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The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Reception
Outdoor pool
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Coffee shop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June

Explore the area

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1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible King Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen Suite with Balcony

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Ocala

At The Riding Academy Hotel you'll be within a 5-minute walk of World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, spa services and laundry facilities. To-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Ocala hotel include Ocala Downtown Square and Rainbow Springs State Park.

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Florida Horse Park - 24 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 19 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salted Brick at Ocala Preserve - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Riding Academy Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. The Riding Academy Hotel also features spa services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This Ocala hotel is smoke free.

  • 390 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Riding Academy Hotel offers 390 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Calluna Spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Tack Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower (122 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately USD 20.00 for adults and from USD 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD200.0 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Riding Academy Hotel?

The Riding Academy Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riding Academy Hotel?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on 1 June 2026 start from AU$269, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Yep, The Riding Academy Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Yep, Calluna Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

The Riding Academy Hotel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

Does The Riding Academy Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Riding Academy Hotel?

No, The Riding Academy Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 788 out of 879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 879 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Seymour

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! The World Equistrian Center was breath taking
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA, DARIEN

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and a great, convenient location for riders. The only problem is the noise. It can get noisy during early morning, and the guests next to our room were very loud. I had to complain, and the front desk was very apologetic. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful hotel. Great value and I can’t wait to book it again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and the entire facility was like I could only imagine at Staying at Buckingham Palace. Rooms were spotless and totally roomy and amazing. Food venues and bars were terrific.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Beautiful Facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every thing was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best- always enjoy staying here when I travel to Ocala for work!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Madison L

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, helpful staff and incredible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, beautiful facilities and nice staff. We had so much fun walking around to see the horsing competitions. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I stayed here because it was comparable to other places I stay in price when in the area. Upon arrival I was informed TV service was out. This was the night of the college football championship. They directed me To go to a restaurant offsite of I wanted to watch it. I asked if there was going to be any discount or service recovery and they said no. I also wanted to print something out from an email but the computer in the business center was absolutely worthless due to all the security controls on it. To their credit the front desk staff said I could send it to one of them via email and they would print it out but I wasn’t comfortable with that. The building overall is austere and weird. Definitely feels like a stable if that the theme they were going for. Bed was very comfortable. Room was a little cold but ok. No hot tub but large pool. The fitness facilities are split into 2 very small rooms. Some of the equipment was out of order. I went to the spa at the sister property and it was also very odd. After changing, you have to walk through the check in area to get to the lounge to await your treatment. My massage therapist must have been in a rush because I booked an 80 minute massage with a scalp massage add on and she told me I had plenty of time for the massage in a snarky way. Shalmalso didn’t do the scalp massage and left in a hurry. Overall odd vibe. Lots of signs to not touch anything and not to eat in the lobbies or sitting areas. Will not go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were not comfortable. A little on the soft side.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

erika

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

GINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There were not valet parking available on this property, it is an inconvenience for the great Resort Property it is
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

erika

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

RHODA, PALM BEACH GARDENS

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious room. Very clean. And nicely-decorated. Off site restaurants are a 2 minute drive or walking distance. Shopping nearby. Pool is very nice. Starbucks coffee shop in the lobby Miles at the front desk is very helpful, knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make sure we were all happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026