The Riding Academy Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
9.8 (291 reviews)
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd, Ocala, Florida, 34482 , Ocala , US
1-3524147900

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Smoke-free property
Free self parking

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and Immaculate
Accommodating Staff
Good Amenities
Beautiful Location
Cons:
Noise Issues
Limited Dining Options

Categories

Cleanliness
10
The property was noted to be very clean and immaculate in several reviews.
Service
10
Several reviews referred to the staff as accommodating and kind.
Location
10
The location was praised, though some mentioned challenges with dining options nearby.
Room Quality
9.2
Feedback included complaints about noise from the air conditioning and other disturbances.
Amenities
10
Amenities like the Tack Room and golf cart rentals were positively highlighted.
Value for Money
10
Many considered their experience worth the price, highlighting overall satisfaction.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Limited dining options were pointed out as a drawback, but quality was noted when available.
Overall Experience
10
Overall guest satisfaction was very high, despite a few negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:55

Property Description

Recreation and Amenities:
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool and complimentary wireless internet access.

Delicious Breakfast Options:
To-go breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Convenient Facilities:
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self-parking is available on-site.

With a stay at New! The Riding Academy Hotel in Ocala, you'll be a 1-minute drive from World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 6 minutes from Golden Ocala Golf Course. Book now to experience comfort and convenience at our hotel in Ocala.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

  • Pets

    Only dogs are allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 291 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 10
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Melody • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jeffery • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

The hotel and amenities were amazing and we lived the grounds and all there was to see.

Cons:

We were displeased with the check in process and being denied access to the pool just one hour prior to our check in time. The pool was not over crowded and it would have been nice to be able to wait pool side for our room to be ready.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • couple • us
10
Beautiful property
Pros:

The property is beautiful and very clean. Everyone is polite. The coffee and muffin at the tack shop was very good. Will definitely stay here again when we are in town.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
9
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Allen • couple • us
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • us
10
The perfect place to stay when I’m in Orlando.
Pros:

The check-in desk staff was friendly and efficient. The entire property is beautiful-manicured to perfection. We had a large spacious immaculate room. The room was perfect; it was even cleaned while we went to breakfast. I can’t say enough about this place.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful location and decor

Cons:

Na

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • us
10
Pros:

We have eaten breakfast each of our stays at Emma’s patisserie, which is excellent.

Cons:

We have stayed at the property three times this year and each time we’ve checked in the process has been very clunky and long. Improvement could be done in the check-in process.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Lou • couple • us
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Pia Sternberg • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything is perfect except the breakfast. There is no breakfast. There is always a good breakfast at good hotels in Sweden where we are from.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Paolo • couple • it
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Jeinmy • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • couple • us
9
Relaxing
Pros:

Location, well kept grounds, restaurant choices, big rooms

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Rai Burch • couple • bm
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • couple • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful setting

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • br
10
Um sonho de estadia!!!
Pros:

Gostei de tudo, o hotel é perfeito, o atendimento maravilhoso, a estrutura muito bonita e funcional.

Cons:

Não tenho nada que possa dizer que não gostei.

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Camelia • couple • us
10
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • couple • us
10
Beautiful hotel
Pros:

Comfortable and spacious room, cafe offered excellent breakfast choices.

Cons:

Nothing....

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Marco • extended_group • it
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee