Located near the World Equestrian Center – Ocala, The Riding Academy Hotel offers a convenient retreat with an outdoor pool and free self parking. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, and unwind knowing the helpful staff is available 24/7.
World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Golden Ocala Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
I-75 Super Flea Market - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
Ocala Downtown Square - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 61 min drive
Ocala Station - 19 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
New! The Riding Academy Hotel
New! The Riding Academy Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
390 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 122
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Grab bar in shower
Shower grab bar height (centimetres): 122
Room amenities
Be entertained
65-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20.00 for adults and USD 15.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 200.0 per stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 New! The Riding Academy Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, New! The Riding Academy Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at New! The Riding Academy Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at New! The Riding Academy Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at New! The Riding Academy Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at New! The Riding Academy Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at New! The Riding Academy Hotel and nearby?
New! The Riding Academy Hotel has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around New! The Riding Academy Hotel like?
New! The Riding Academy Hotel is located a short 5-minute walk from World Equestrian Center – Ocala.
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New! The Riding Academy Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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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 Exceptional
10 May 2025
Great hotel
From min we walked in to we left they where very nice and room was so clean and comfy
Shadee
Shadee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 May 2025
Excellent stay, very accommodating. Friendly, clean hotel
pamela
pamela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2025
Beautiful Hotel!!
This is one of the nicest hotels I’ve been to!
Beautiful, wonderful staff and super clean! This was my second time here and I can’t wait to come back! Thank you!
Lynn
Lynn, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
This a very nice resort style hotel.
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Is a really good hotel a must see and stay
Luis
Luis, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Perfect location for venue events we were attending
Kim
Kim, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Beautiful hotel, comfy bed, definitely recommend this place
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Beautiful hotel, great people, and ease of access to WEC
Marlene
Marlene, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Excellent Hotel
Eamonn
Eamonn, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Loved our visit.
Kathy
Kathy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec 2024
Fantastic stay!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Beautiful property, exceptional customer service would definitely stay here again
Allie
Allie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
Loved our stay!
Laurie
Laurie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Beautiful hotel! Super clean and great staff!
Delightful hotel with awesome staff and beautiful, comfortable rooms.
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Thank you!
The pillows could be a bit better on the bed; however, overall, my partner, and I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. It was absolutely clean. The service was kind and friendly and prioritized our needs. I will definitely be wanting to stay here again.
Madison
Madison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
Absolutely FABULOUS stay!!! They were so amazing and the accommodations for our dog were just as awesome!!!
Anna
Anna, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
Beautiful hotel
Awesome stay. The hotel was beautiful. The rooms were large & clean. The hotel grounds themselves and the available amenities were fantastic. Would absolutely stay again. The ONLY draw back is you are about 20 minutes from anything - restaurants, grocery stores, even fast food.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Great hotel
Minerva
Minerva, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Beautiful place
lyubov
lyubov, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Beautiful property! A very helpful staff at the front desk when I checked in with my pup :)
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2024
Great place.
Edwin N
Edwin N, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2025
Gorgeous resort
What a beautiful resort with gorgeous decor. It was very close to all things at World Equestrian Center.
Serena
Serena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Lovely property! We also enjoyed seeing the horses on our drive around. Excellent food as well.
Valorie
Valorie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec 2024
The Christmas lights and decorations are incredible! Beautiful place to stay!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
10/10
Everyone at the hotel is friendly and so accommodating! Loved our stay!