The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ocala with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Front of property
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is P10,536
P11,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible King Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Double Queen Suite w/Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Living room
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Queen Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Living room
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL, 34482

What's nearby

  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Golden Ocala Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Hacienda - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotel near World Equestrian Center – Ocala
The Riding Academy Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 390 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • 65-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Property is also known as

The Riding Academy Hotel
The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Hotel
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Ocala
New! The Riding Academy Hotel Hotel Ocala

Frequently asked questions

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:30 PM.

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

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riding Academy Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from P 10,535.72, excluding 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 The Riding Academy Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Riding Academy Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Riding Academy Hotel located?

Situated in Ocala, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Ocala National Golf Club and Petting Zoo Ocala are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 503 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 559 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great hotel for the price Awesome staff Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great property and huge rooms. Everything was super clean and all the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Very nice property! Room very confortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Spacious rooms, great staff. Very convenient for horse shows at World Equestrian Center
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Loved our suite, beautiful, peaceful, great staff. Beds were comfortable, everything was clean. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Enjoyed every moment we were there!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Beautiful property, Beautiful room, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

This property is beautiful and very well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

This was my second time staying in the property. Love that there’s so much to do here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Always a pleasure staying at the Riding Academy! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We loved staying there . It was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great property customer service was outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent, most enjoyable time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

We love this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful house with comfortable accommodations. Definitely planning to come back for more stays.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

A very beautiful location, wonderful pool, lots of dining options. Easy to walk, drive and park in and around hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful rooms and property. Loved the pool/splash pad for the kids. Tack room had good food and drinks. Staff was very amazing. Beds were not that comfortable…..they were way too soft for my liking and water pressure in shower not that great. Excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

The property was good, clean, new. Decor fit the riding experience. The staff super friendly as you walk around the complex. Great coffee shop and breakfast but no restaurant to dine in. Also elevator was out for 3 days with no explanation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great property wonderful people overall an excellent experience. The one thing that was a real damper was that the TVs are not Wi-Fi capable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Really nice facility, over than the construction, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Such an amazing place to stay for adults and adults with children! Clean, cozy nooks everywhere, 2 gyms, fantastic pool! A+
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Overall excellent experience. Beautiful facility.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The Riding Academy always feels so fresh and so beautifully maintained. The lobby furnishing are so beautiful and the staff are professional and always friendly and accommodating. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the showers are just wonderful. The pool is large and has lots of seating options, restrooms and vending as well as walk up ordering from the hotel market. I have stayed many times and will stay many more times to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025