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The Riding Academy Hotel

The Riding Academy Hotel
The Riding Academy Hotel – Ocala, FL
The Riding Academy Hotel – Ocala, FL
Check in 12:00 AM
Check out 12:00 PM

About The Riding Academy Hotel

Located in Ocala, 14 miles from Silver Springs, The Riding Academy Hotel has accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. Rooms contain a closet and a flat-screen TV, and certain accommodations at the hotel have a balcony. Rainbow Springs State Park is 16 miles from The Riding Academy Hotel. Gainesville Regional Airport is 46 miles from the property.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.9 / 5
Excellent 950 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Amazing, I love it. Staff awesome, very clean even though the hey allow dogs, good parking on site, they have golf cart for you to move around. Very nice and quiet

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean and spacious room.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Excellent place to visit even if you are not horse rider.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Lovely

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Wonderful

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very nice rooms

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The only area that could use improvement is the guest experience at check-in. We arrived just over two hours early and were told our room was already ready, but we would need to pay an additional $50 to check in early or wait until 4:00 PM. While we understand and respect the policy, the welcome felt rather impersonal. It would have been nice to receive a brief introduction to the property, such as where to find dining options, the pool and its hours, or other amenities guests can enjoy. Breakfast was another disappointment. There is no hot breakfast, only grab-and-go items, and they are quite expensive. Adding a hot breakfast or offering more reasonably priced options would make a big difference. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay thanks to the beautiful property and the exceptionally clean, comfortable room. With a warmer welcome and a few improvements to the breakfast options, this would easily be a 5-star experience.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Who ever checked me in cared enough to ask why we came town, after explaining it was our 25th anniversary, she immediately upgraded our room and extended our check out time. That kind of service is special and deserves recognition, it was very special and made my wife very happy! Thank you again!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The bed was one of the most uncomfortable beds I have slept on. For the price, I would expect a better bed; which is why I gave a lower rating. The hotel was beautiful. The food was great. The room was nothing special.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Amazing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

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  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Absolutely had a wonderful stay. The room was very nice and comfortable. They allow dogs but I had my Great Dane service dog with no issues. They gave her a cute pink and white bandana, a comfy bed and have a beautiful dog park. They also were super nice giving us a room directly across from the dog park gate.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Decoration

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful hotel , exceptional service and great food

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nice hotel but needs some improvement. Doors have significant gaps so light and noise from hallways blaze in the room at night. Also, if you have any allergies at all beware (lots and lots of dogs). Perfect for riders and pet owners.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Room was clean and nice, but was told for a fee we could upgrade to a balcony room with pool view. I agreed and when we got to the room it was not a balcony room, and you could only see the pool if you craned your neck. I went back down thinking they made a mistake, but was told “sorry we didn’t have any balcony rooms”. Nicholas then said “you only booked plain studio, and Joe you have a pool view” in an unpleasant tone. Don’t pay to upgrade, as it’s a bait and switch.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This hotel seems almost brand new. It’s beautiful, clean and very pet friendly. Lots of amenities to include a beautiful pool.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This property is one of the most clean and maintained properties I have ever stayed at. Well appointed and spacious rooms. Friendly staff and great meal and shopping options onsite.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Amazing!

Frequently asked questions about The Riding Academy Hotel

Does The Riding Academy Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Riding Academy Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Riding Academy Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Riding Academy Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Riding Academy Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Riding Academy Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Ocala, see business hotels in Ocala.
Does The Riding Academy Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Riding Academy Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Riding Academy Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Riding Academy Hotel is located at 1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, FL 34482. With a Walk Score of 6, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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