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A covered outdoor area with a stone wall, wooden benches, and a white fence.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

A spacious lobby with a large mural of horses, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a 'Market' sign, and a view of a snowy landscape through a glass wall.

1. Equus Inn Ocala

12.6 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Cheily

NT$2,304

NT$2,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern hotel with a red and beige facade, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, a coffee station, and a large window providing a view.

A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a 'Market' sign.

2. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

15.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jennifer

NT$2,041

NT$2,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a view to a balcony.

A modern hotel lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and a television on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

3. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

11.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Phyllis

NT$3,273

NT$3,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating areas.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a large mirror.

A modern hotel with a white and brown facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall with text, and a storage room in the background.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

11.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Erick

NT$3,366

NT$3,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a parking lot and a covered entrance.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a hot water dispenser, and a sign that reads 'MUST. HAVE. COFFEE.'

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a blue oatmeal container, condiments, and utensils.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jay

NT$3,413

NT$3,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, milk and creamer dispensers, and a bowl of sugar packets.

A laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and stacked laundry baskets.

A breakfast buffet setup with a self-service yogurt station, cereal dispensers, and a hot food station.

6. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

James

NT$2,304

NT$2,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, potted plants, and a seating area with a cushioned chair.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and multiple windows.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

12.1 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Quirino

NT$4,442

NT$4,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with a blue sectional sofa, a small ottoman, and a large wall mural of horses.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a horse statue in front.

A long counter with various food and beverage dispensers, wooden cabinets, and wall-mounted artwork.

8. Comfort Suites Ocala North

11.7 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Catherine

NT$2,501

NT$2,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights against a sunset backdrop.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a large window.

A bar setting with a bartender pouring a drink, a dining table with plates, and a bar counter with various bottles.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. The living room has a sofa and a lamp.

9. Staybridge Suites Ocala-near Equestrian-Aquatics by IHG

10.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Allison

NT$3,933

NT$4,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, white columns, and potted plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables, chairs, and a variety of drinks and desserts.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, and chandeliers.

10. Hilton Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

David

NT$3,693

NT$4,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a stone fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a chalkboard with 'A Great Day Starts with Breakfast'.

A reception desk with a 'HELLO Ocalas' sign, a self-service kiosk, and a minibar area with snacks and beverages.

A modern lounge area with a brown leather sofa, round tables, and chairs.

11. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Michael

NT$3,823

NT$4,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A large, white building with a central entrance and a covered walkway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a white rug, and wooden flooring.

A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by white buildings with balconies, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a variety of food items displayed on the counter.

12. The Riding Academy Hotel

5.2 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Tamsyn

NT$7,261

NT$8,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a beige sofa, a green armchair, and a blue patterned rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a brown leather sofa, a small wooden table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern hotel dining area with a counter, buffet, and seating.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a market refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a decorative wall piece.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

12.3 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Sergii

NT$2,566

NT$2,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A room with a teal sofa, a matching ottoman, a small table, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of the balcony through the door.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A room with teal walls, a teal sofa set, an orange stool, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A room with a sofa, a table, a chair, a TV, a desk, and a lamp.

14. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Judith

NT$2,731

NT$3,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A conference room with round tables and chairs, brick walls, and a modern ceiling with exposed beams and lighting.

A spacious indoor area with a herringbone-patterned floor, exposed ductwork, and brick walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

11.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Keith

NT$1,681

NT$1,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a wooden table, and a kitchen area with a TV and shelves.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a sleek countertop.

A modern living room with a dining area, a blue sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a barbecue grill, surrounded by a stone building with the sign "EVERHOME SUITES".

16. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

DENSEY

NT$2,451

NT$2,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A patio area with outdoor furniture and umbrellas, a white gate, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a red leather chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with wooden tables and chairs.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

19.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Derek

NT$2,481

NT$2,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a minibar.

A gym with treadmills, a rowing machine, and weightlifting equipment.

A hotel room with a dining area, vending machines, and a television displaying 'Free Wi-Fi All Rooms'.

A swimming pool with a white fence, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

18. Red Roof Inn Ocala

11.1 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Josiah

NT$1,881

NT$2,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio with a curved blue sofa, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a wooden pergola with string lights.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.

A paved walkway with trees and a fence, leading to a pool area.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchenette.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Kenneth

NT$3,565

NT$3,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a wooden bathtub, a bed with white bedding, and a painting of a sunset over the ocean on the wall.

A hotel corridor with blue walls, numbered doors, and a patterned carpet.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a check-in desk, and a seating area with leather chairs.

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North

11.7 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Steven

NT$1,763

NT$1,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Petting Zoo Ocala

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Equus Inn Ocala	9.0 Wonderful 2,485 reviews	View
avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 550 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala	9.2 Wonderful 749 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Petting Zoo Ocala Hotel Reviews

The Riding Academy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The property is so beautiful. The layout was great. Pool area was beautiful. There was a musician playing out by the pool thatwas fantastic. Many restaurants with lots of different choices. Never have to leave the property once you’re there. I would highly recommend it."

The Equestrian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"WOW... It is such a beautiful resort full of high end finishes. We stayed there for Birthday weekend and didn't want to leave. Restaurants are so good, the shops and shows are great. You don't have to leave the grounds for anything!"

Other attractions near Petting Zoo Ocala

World Equestrian Center – Ocala

9.0/10 (286 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Ocala National Golf Club

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ocala at Ocala National Golf Club. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues.

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Golden Ocala Golf Course

7.8/10 (111 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ocala at Golden Ocala Golf Course. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding.

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Stone Creek Golf Club

7.6/10 (54 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ocala at Stone Creek Golf Club. Experience the area's museums and entertainment venues.

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Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training

7.6/10 (20 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training during your stay in Ocala. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Sholom Park

8.0/10 (28 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sholom Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the area's museums, or seek out its horseback riding.

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Circle Square Cultural Center

6.0/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Circle Square Cultural Center during your stay in Ocala. Discover the area's museums, or seek out its horseback riding.

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Candler Hills Golf Club

4.4/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ocala at Candler Hills Golf Club. Discover the area's museums, or seek out its horseback riding.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Petting Zoo Ocala?

Petting Zoo Ocala is located in a welcoming area of Ocala that travelers like for its horseback riding. You'll find 129 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Petting Zoo Ocala?

The Equestrian Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. It's located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Petting Zoo Ocala. Another good choice is The Riding Academy Hotel, located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Petting Zoo Ocala?

Expedia has 129 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Petting Zoo Ocala.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Petting Zoo Ocala, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Petting Zoo Ocala.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Petting Zoo Ocala?

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Our top choices for Petting Zoo Ocala hotels

1. Equus Inn Ocala

2. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

3. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

6. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

8. Comfort Suites Ocala North

9. Staybridge Suites Ocala-near Equestrian-Aquatics by IHG

10. Hilton Ocala

11. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

12. The Riding Academy Hotel

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

14. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

15. Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

16. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

17. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

18. Red Roof Inn Ocala

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North

Compare popular hotels close to Petting Zoo Ocala

Top Petting Zoo Ocala Hotel Reviews

The Riding Academy Hotel

The Equestrian Hotel

Other attractions near Petting Zoo Ocala

World Equestrian Center – Ocala

Ocala National Golf Club

Golden Ocala Golf Course

Stone Creek Golf Club

Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training

Sholom Park

Circle Square Cultural Center

Candler Hills Golf Club

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