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1. Downtown Lodge Ocala

15.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

NT$1,958

NT$2,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

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

2. Equus Inn Ocala

12.6 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Cheily

NT$2,311

NT$2,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a TV.

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

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

11.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Shannon

NT$3,379

NT$3,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

4. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

11.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Phyllis

NT$3,198

NT$3,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

A modern indoor space with a market area, seating, and a counter.

5. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

15.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jennifer

NT$2,048

NT$2,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a blue roof.

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

A Best Western hotel with a modern facade, palm trees, and a clear sky.

6. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

James

NT$2,312

NT$2,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a blue patterned wall.

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

7. Comfort Suites Ocala North

11.7 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Catherine

NT$2,518

NT$2,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A breakfast buffet with a bakery section, a coffee station, and a sign indicating the availability of breakfast.

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

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jay

NT$3,427

NT$3,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large sofa.

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

10.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Allison

NT$3,949

NT$4,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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

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

A pool area with a clear pool, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple windows.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Kenneth

NT$3,579

NT$3,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A lobby with a round table, wooden reception desk, and a chandelier.

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

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

11. The Riding Academy Hotel

5.2 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Tamsyn

NT$7,314

NT$8,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large glass sculpture, and vibrant artwork on the walls.

12. Hilton Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

David

NT$3,720

NT$4,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

A modern hotel with a mix of beige and brown exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear sky.

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

13. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Michael

NT$3,851

NT$4,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

12.1 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Quirino

NT$4,204

NT$4,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

12.3 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Sergii

NT$2,575

NT$2,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a small seating area.

16. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

DENSEY

NT$2,469

NT$2,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

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

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

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

17. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

19.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Leonard

NT$2,499

NT$2,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 conference room with a podium, tables, and chairs arranged for a meeting.

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.

18. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Judith

NT$2,742

NT$3,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

19. Red Roof Inn Ocala

11.1 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Josiah

NT$1,894

NT$2,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A grand hotel entrance with a covered patio, large columns, and a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers.

A reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk, white chairs, and a shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of a sports arena.

A bakery with shelves of baked goods, a glass display case, and a marble floor.

20. The Equestrian Hotel

4.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

David

NT$10,211

NT$11,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Top Petting Zoo Ocala Hotel Reviews

The Riding Academy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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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!"

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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. Downtown Lodge Ocala

2. Equus Inn Ocala

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

4. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

5. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

6. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

7. Comfort Suites Ocala North

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

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

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

11. The Riding Academy Hotel

12. Hilton Ocala

13. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

16. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

17. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

18. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

19. Red Roof Inn Ocala

20. The Equestrian Hotel

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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