Ocala Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Ocala

Find the best Ocala areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Historic Downtown

Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

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Historic District

Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

North Magnolia Business District

While North Magnolia Business District isn't home to many top sights, Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Fort King District

If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Fort King are top sights worth seeing.

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West Ocala

West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Equus Inn Ocala

Equus Inn Ocala

2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd Ocala FL
The price is 1.863.527 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
1.863.527 ₫
2.077.568 ₫ total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,276 reviews)
"Really good hotel, very big and spacious. Big refrigerator and the beds were very comfortable. Best hotel for its price."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Equus Inn Ocala
The Equestrian Hotel

The Equestrian Hotel

5 out of 5
8510 NW 17th Lane Ocala FL
The price is 6.179.362 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
6.179.362 ₫
6.889.988 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (705 reviews)
"Awesome stay!!! Helpful staff, delicious food also!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

The Equestrian Hotel
The Riding Academy Hotel

The Riding Academy Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1615 NW 81st Ter Rd Ocala FL
The price is 4.396.524 ₫ per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
4.396.524 ₫
4.902.124 ₫ total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (955 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Living room, two tvs and a luxury bathroom. Parking was close and plentiful. Room was cleaned every day. Ice machine was close and always working.. In and out keys worked to perfection. No problems, no complains. Totally enjoyed my stay."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

The Riding Academy Hotel
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Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

3 out of 5
1610 NW 35TH AVENUE Ocala FL
Stay at this apartment in Ocala. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Ocala Downtown Square and World ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (244 reviews)
"Enjoyed my space"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North
Pet-friendly Home Close to WEC Ocala!

Pet-friendly Home Close to WEC Ocala!

3 out of 5
Ocala FL
Stay at this cottage in Ocala. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions World Equestrian Center – Ocala and HITS Post Time Farm are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"The space is great but bedsheets & pillowcases were not so cleaned, had stains some hair & lint .On 2nd day, they gave us a new bedsheets!!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Pet-friendly Home Close to WEC Ocala!
stayAPT Suites Ocala

stayAPT Suites Ocala

4 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd Ocala FL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Ocala Downtown Square and Florida ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

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Stay near popular Ocala attractions

Florida Horse Park

8.6/10 (308 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Florida Horse Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area or seek out its horse riding.
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