Ocala Hotels in Florida: Where to Stay
Ocala hotels in Florida fall into a few clear areas: the big cluster at I-75 and State Road 200, a second group north of town toward the World Equestrian Center, the WEC campus itself, downtown, and the road out to Silver Springs. This guide lists 38 hotels by area, each checked against the brand's own website.
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Where is the best place to stay in Ocala, Florida?
The best place to stay in Ocala depends on your trip. Hotels near I-75 suit travelers wanting easy access and the most choice, downtown hotels put you close to restaurants and the square, and hotels at or near the World Equestrian Center suit horse-show visitors. Book early during major events, when rooms fill quickly.
I-75 at State Road 200 (SW College Road)
Road trips, business travel, families who want a pool and free breakfast, and the widest choice of brands.
I-75 North: US 27 (NW Blitchton Road) and State Road 40
Budget and extended stays, truckers and RVers, and horse-show visitors who want to be between I-75 and WEC.
World Equestrian Center
Horse shows, WEC events, weekends built around the campus restaurants, spa and shops.
Downtown Ocala
Couples, weekend getaways, events on the square, and anyone who wants to park once and walk.
East toward Silver Springs
Glass-bottom boats and kayaking at Silver Springs, and day trips into the Ocala National Forest.
South Ocala: County Road 484 and State Road 200 Southwest
Travelers heading to or from The Villages, Belleview or Dunnellon, and long stays in southwest Marion County.
I-75 at State Road 200 (SW College Road)
The biggest cluster of hotels in Ocala sits around I-75 exit 350, where State Road 200 (SW College Road) crosses the interstate, along SW 36th and SW 38th Avenues. Most major brands are here, along with chain restaurants and shopping on College Road.
Best for: Road trips, business travel, families who want a pool and free breakfast, and the widest choice of brands.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton OcalaOfficial site | 3600 SW 36th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Full-service hotel (Hilton) | Yes, up to 75 lb (fee) |
| Hampton Inn & Suites OcalaOfficial site | 3601 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Free hot breakfast (Hilton) | Yes, dogs and cats (fee and deposit) |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath BrookOfficial site | 4610 SW 49th Road, Ocala, FL 34474 | All-suite (Hilton) | Yes, dogs and cats (fee) |
| Courtyard by Marriott OcalaOfficial site | 3712 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Hotel with bistro and bar (Marriott) | No pets |
| Residence Inn by Marriott OcalaOfficial site | 3610 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | All-suite extended stay, free breakfast (Marriott) | Yes, 1 pet up to 50 lb (fee) |
| SpringHill Suites by Marriott OcalaOfficial site | 4100 SW 40th Street, Ocala, FL 34474 | All-suite (Marriott) | Yes, up to 2 pets (fee) |
| Fairfield Inn & Suites OcalaOfficial site | 4101 SW 38th Court, Ocala, FL 34474 | Free breakfast (Marriott) | No pets |
| Holiday Inn & Suites Ocala Conference CenterOfficial site | 3600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Hotel with meeting space (IHG) | Ask the hotel |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites OcalaOfficial site | 3580 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Hotel with pool (IHG) | Ask the hotel |
| Best Western Ocala Park CentreOfficial site | 3701 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Midscale (Best Western) | Ask the hotel |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham OcalaOfficial site | 3530 SW 36th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Midscale (Wyndham) | Ask the hotel |
| Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ocala SouthwestOfficial site | 3720 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474 | Free hot breakfast (Choice) | Yes |
| Equus InnOfficial site | 3434 SW College Road, Ocala, FL 34474 | Independent equestrian-themed boutique hotel | Ask the hotel |
Searching for the Hilton? Hilton Ocala is the full-service Hilton here; the Hilton Garden Inn is downtown. Marriott says the Residence Inn is open with renovations in progress until fall 2026. More options by exit are in our hotels near I-75 guide.
I-75 North: US 27 (NW Blitchton Road) and State Road 40
North of downtown, hotels line NW Blitchton Road (US 27) and West Silver Springs Boulevard (State Road 40) where they meet I-75. This is the closest interstate cluster to the World Equestrian Center, which sits west of I-75 at 1750 NW 80th Avenue.
Best for: Budget and extended stays, truckers and RVers, and horse-show visitors who want to be between I-75 and WEC.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staybridge Suites Ocala-near Equestrian-AquaticsOfficial site | 4627 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL 34482 | Extended stay (IHG) | Yes |
| Comfort Suites Ocala NorthOfficial site | 3825 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL 34475 | All-suite, free hot breakfast (Choice) | Yes |
| Quality Inn & Suites Ocala I-75Official site | 3767 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL 34475 | Free hot breakfast (Choice) | Yes |
| Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 NorthOfficial site | 1610 NW 35th Avenue Road, Ocala, FL 34475 | Extended stay (Choice) | Yes |
| Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala NorthOfficial site | 3811 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL 34482 | Economy (Wyndham) | Ask the hotel |
| Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL I-75Official site | 3951 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL 34475 | Economy (Wyndham) | Ask the hotel |
| Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference CenterOfficial site | 3810 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL | Economy (Motel 6) | Yes |
| Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75Official site | 3924 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482 | Economy (Wyndham) | Yes (nightly fee) |
| Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75Official site | 3835 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482 | Extended stay with kitchens (IHG) | Yes |
| Studio 6 Ocala, FLOfficial site | 3620 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL | Extended stay with kitchenettes (Studio 6) | Yes |
| stayAPT Suites OcalaOfficial site | 3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34475 | Extended stay with full kitchens | Yes ($25 a day, up to 2 pets) |
| Red Roof Inn OcalaOfficial site | 120 NW 40th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482 | Economy (Red Roof) | Yes, first pet free |
World Equestrian Center
World Equestrian Center runs its own hotels on its campus at 1750 NW 80th Avenue, west of I-75. The Equestrian Hotel has 248 rooms and suites, many overlooking the open-air Grand Arena, and WEC calls it Ocala’s only AAA Four Diamond resort. The Riding Academy Hotel has 390 pet-friendly studios and suites next to The Equestrian Manor.
Best for: Horse shows, WEC events, weekends built around the campus restaurants, spa and shops.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Equestrian HotelOfficial site | World Equestrian Center, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482 | Resort hotel on the WEC campus | No dogs in rooms (per WEC) |
| The Riding Academy HotelOfficial site | 1615 NW 81st Terrace Road, Ocala, FL 34482 (WEC campus) | Studios and suites on the WEC campus | Yes, up to 2 dogs, 75 lb or less ($150 per dog per stay) |
| Home Away from HomeOfficial site | About a five-minute drive from the WEC campus | 95 rental units for up to 8 guests (WEC) | Yes |
More on the campus: our World Equestrian Center guide, the hotels near the World Equestrian Center and the WEC RV park.
Downtown Ocala
Downtown puts you within walking distance of restaurants, bars and the historic square. The choice is small: one Hilton on the square and two hotels on South Pine Avenue, about a mile south.
Best for: Couples, weekend getaways, events on the square, and anyone who wants to park once and walk.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Garden Inn Ocala DowntownOfficial site | 120 East Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470 | Hotel on the square (Hilton) | Yes, dogs and cats up to 50 lb (fee) |
| avid hotels Ocala DowntownOfficial site | 1626 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471 | Economy (IHG) | Yes |
| Comfort Inn Ocala Silver SpringsOfficial site | 1212 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34474 | Free hot breakfast (Choice) | Yes |
Plan your evening with our downtown Ocala guide, and see downtown parking if you are driving in. For a historic-home stay, see bed and breakfasts in Ocala.
Coming downtown: the six-story, 176-room AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Ocala, under construction at 210 W Silver Springs Blvd. and listed by HDG Legacy as "coming late 2026."
East toward Silver Springs
East Silver Springs Boulevard (State Road 40) runs from downtown out to Silver Springs State Park and on toward the Ocala National Forest. A few hotels sit along it.
Best for: Glass-bottom boats and kayaking at Silver Springs, and day trips into the Ocala National Forest.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extended Stay America Select Suites - OcalaOfficial site | 4120 NE Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL | Extended stay with kitchens | Ask the hotel |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites Silver Springs-OcalaOfficial site | 5360 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488 | Hotel with pool (IHG) | Yes |
| Rodeway Inn Silver Springs - Ocala EastOfficial site | 5751 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488 | Economy (Choice) | Yes |
See our Silver Springs State Park guide and glass-bottom boat tours.
South Ocala: County Road 484 and State Road 200 Southwest
A few hotels sit south of the city near I-75 and SW Highway 484 toward Belleview, and one Marriott sits far out on State Road 200 in southwest Marion County.
Best for: Travelers heading to or from The Villages, Belleview or Dunnellon, and long stays in southwest Marion County.
| Hotel | Address | Type | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala - BelleviewOfficial site | 2075 SW Highway 484, Ocala, FL 34473 | Free hot breakfast (Hilton) | Ask the hotel |
| Sleep Inn & Suites Ocala - BelleviewOfficial site | 13600 SW 17th Court, Ocala, FL 34473 | Free hot breakfast (Choice) | Yes |
| Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham OcalaOfficial site | 1770 SW 134th Street, Ocala, FL 34473 | Economy (Wyndham) | Ask the hotel |
| TownePlace Suites by Marriott OcalaOfficial site | 8125 SW Highway 200, Ocala, FL 34481 | Extended stay with kitchens (Marriott) | Yes |
Staying farther south? See hotels in Summerfield.
Ocala Hotels by Budget and Style
Nightly rates in Ocala change with the season and jump during big horse shows and events, so check the hotel's own site for current prices. As a rough guide to the kind of stay each brand offers:
Resort and full-service
The Equestrian Hotel at WEC and Hilton Ocala have on-site restaurants, pools and event space.
Luxury hotels in OcalaBudget and economy
Motel 6, Super 8, Days Inn, Red Roof Inn, Rodeway Inn, Microtel and Howard Johnson, mostly along I-75. Independent motels are in town: Shamrock Cove Inn, Star Motel, Palms Motel, Budget Inn and Silver Princess Motel on South Pine Avenue; Southland Motel and Sun Plaza Motel on East Silver Springs Boulevard; and Countryside Motel on NE Jacksonville Road.
Extended stay
Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Candlewood Suites, Staybridge Suites, Homewood Suites, stayAPT Suites, Studio 6, Everhome Suites and Extended Stay America.
Vacation rentals in OcalaRVs and camping
WEC has nearly 300 RV slips with full hookups on campus, and Marion County has many more parks and campgrounds.
Traveling with a Pet
The Pets column above shows what each hotel's own site says. Fees, weight limits and the number of pets allowed differ from hotel to hotel, and two Marriott hotels at exit 350 (Courtyard and Fairfield) do not take pets. Call the hotel before you book. For places to go with your dog once you arrive, see pet-friendly Ocala.
Ocala Hotels FAQ
What hotels are closest to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala?
The closest are on the WEC campus itself: The Equestrian Hotel and The Riding Academy Hotel at 1750 NW 80th Avenue. Off campus, the nearest cluster is along NW Blitchton Road (US 27) at I-75; IHG lists its Staybridge Suites there as four miles from WEC.
Where should I stay to visit Silver Springs State Park?
Stay on East Silver Springs Boulevard (State Road 40), the road that leads to the park. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Silver Springs-Ocala and Rodeway Inn Silver Springs - Ocala East are both on it in Silver Springs, and Extended Stay America is on NE Silver Springs Boulevard closer to town.
Are there hotels in downtown Ocala?
Yes, but only one sits on the square: the Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown at 120 East Silver Springs Boulevard. The avid hotel Ocala Downtown and Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs are a short drive south on South Pine Avenue.
Which Ocala hotels are near I-75?
Most of them. The largest group is at exit 350 (State Road 200), including Hilton Ocala, Hampton Inn & Suites, Courtyard, Residence Inn and Holiday Inn & Suites. A second group is north of town on NW Blitchton Road and West Silver Springs Boulevard, including Comfort Suites, Days Inn, Super 8 and Candlewood Suites.
Are Ocala hotels pet friendly?
Many are, but not all. Hilton Ocala, Hampton Inn & Suites, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites, Candlewood Suites, Staybridge Suites, Red Roof Inn, Motel 6 and the Choice hotels in town list pets as allowed, usually with a fee. Courtyard by Marriott Ocala and Fairfield Inn & Suites Ocala do not allow pets.
Which Ocala hotels are good for long stays?
Extended-stay hotels with kitchens include TownePlace Suites, Candlewood Suites, stayAPT Suites, Studio 6 and Extended Stay America. Residence Inn (all-suite, with a free daily breakfast buffet), Staybridge Suites, Homewood Suites and Everhome Suites are also extended-stay brands, and WEC rents Home Away from Home units near its campus.
How many Hilton hotels are in Ocala?
Hilton.com lists four in Ocala: Hilton Ocala, Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook, plus Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala - Belleview south of the city.
Flying in? Read about the closest airports to Ocala. Once you are settled, see things to do in Ocala and the best Ocala restaurants.
Sources
Hotel names, addresses and pet policies were checked on each brand's or hotel's website on October 9, 2026. Each hotel's official link is in the tables above.
- Hilton hotels in Ocala (hilton.com)
- IHG hotels in Ocala (ihg.com)
- Choice Hotels in Ocala (choicehotels.com)
- Marriott: Courtyard, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites, Fairfield, TownePlace (marriott.com)
- Wyndham hotels in Ocala (wyndhamhotels.com)
- Motel 6 and Studio 6 in Ocala (motel6.com)
- Red Roof Inn Ocala (redroof.com)
- stayAPT Suites Ocala (stayapt.com)
- Equus Inn (equusinn.com)
- World Equestrian Center lodging (worldequestriancenter.com)
More Places to Stay in Ocala
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or relocating, Ocala has lodging for every traveler — from major hotels and budget motels to vacation rentals, bed-and-breakfasts, RV parks, and forest campgrounds.