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

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

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

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

Karen

NT$2,359

NT$2,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A stone fire pit with chairs around it, set in a gravel area with a white fence in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden reception desk, and framed pictures on the walls.

A modern kitchen with a buffet setup, including a refrigerator, toaster, and coffee makers.

A Best Western hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and well-maintained landscaping.

2. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Amy

NT$2,266

NT$2,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

3. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

15.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

mauricio j.

NT$2,071

NT$2,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

11.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Erick

NT$3,437

NT$3,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A modern office space with two desktop computers, a framed abstract art piece, and a wooden reception desk.

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

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

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jay

NT$3,505

NT$3,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, multiple tables, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a telephone.

A hotel suite shop open 24 hours a day with a refrigerated display case containing beverages and snacks.

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

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

12.1 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

RICARDO

NT$3,928

NT$4,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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

7. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

11.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Anais

NT$2,676

NT$2,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

8. Comfort Suites Ocala North

11.7 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Jeeyoung

NT$2,410

NT$2,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

9. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

ramissa

NT$3,760

NT$4,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

10. The Riding Academy Hotel

5.2 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Sharon

NT$5,660

NT$6,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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.

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

10.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Nury

NT$3,983

NT$4,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A corridor with potted palm trees, white paneled walls, and a view of a landscaped area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a central decorative light fixture, and colorful floral wall art.

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

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

12. Hilton Ocala

12.5 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

David

NT$3,632

NT$4,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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 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.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Maile

NT$3,370

NT$3,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a patterned carpet.

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

12.3 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

pedro

NT$2,523

NT$2,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

15. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

11.8 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Christopher

NT$2,410

NT$2,687 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 bakery with shelves of baked goods, a glass display case, and a marble floor.

A person floating in a pool using a pink inflatable ring.

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

16. The Equestrian Hotel

4.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Erika

NT$8,861

NT$9,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A conference room with rows of chairs, a brick wall, and a large window.

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

A hotel room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with white bedding, and a picture on the wall.

17. Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

11.9 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Mary

NT$1,759

NT$1,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a microwave.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

19.4 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Francis

NT$2,439

NT$2,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 a sofa, a table, a chair, a TV, a desk, and a lamp.

A conference room with a central table, surrounded by chairs, and a decorative clock on the wall.

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

12 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Judith

NT$2,963

NT$3,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

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

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North

11.7 km from Petting Zoo Ocala

Steven

NT$1,759

NT$1,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Petting Zoo Ocala

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Equus Inn Ocala	9.0 Wonderful 2,446 reviews	View
Best Western Ocala Park Centre	8.6 Excellent 1,398 reviews	View
avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG	8.8 Excellent 988 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala	9.2 Wonderful 748 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Petting Zoo Ocala Hotel Reviews

The Equestrian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful Hotel !! Everything was amazing"

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Ocala National Golf Club

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

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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)

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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)

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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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1. Equus Inn Ocala

2. Best Western Ocala Park Centre

3. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ocala by IHG

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

7. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

8. Comfort Suites Ocala North

9. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

10. The Riding Academy Hotel

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

12. Hilton Ocala

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocala

15. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

16. The Equestrian Hotel

17. Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75

18. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

19. Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference Center by IHG

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North

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Top Petting Zoo Ocala Hotel Reviews

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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