Equus Inn Ocala

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Paddock Mall

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Enjoy a meal with a view of the outdoor area from the central reception desk.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a white fence, with lounge chairs and a shaded area.
Secluded outdoor seating area with benches beneath a covered structure, surrounded by lush greenery and a picket fence.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a spacious reception area with a digital kiosk and comfortable seating.
Two single beds with white bedding and a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a lamp, set against a neutral backdrop.
Escape to Equus Inn Ocala, where a warm welcome awaits near HCA Florida Ocala Hospital. Savor the free breakfast buffet, unwind by the firepit in the garden or lounge by the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff, this hotel offers a convenient retreat.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
$91 nightly
The total price is $101
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474

What's nearby

  • Paddock Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 12 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 50 min drive
  • Ocala Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Equus Inn Ocala

At Equus Inn Ocala, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of World Equestrian Center – Ocala. You can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 152 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 5 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite extended parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Fence around the pool

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1987
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Beer & Wine Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 9 2025 to September 9 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Quality Inn Ocala
Quality Ocala
Equus Inn Ocala Hotel
Equus Inn Ocala Ocala
Equus Inn Ocala Hotel Ocala

Frequently asked questions

Does Equus Inn Ocala offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Equus Inn Ocala does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Equus Inn Ocala?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from August 9 2025 to September 9 2025 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Equus Inn Ocala?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Equus Inn Ocala?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Equus Inn Ocala?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Equus Inn Ocala and nearby?

Equus Inn Ocala has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Equus Inn Ocala like?

Equus Inn Ocala is in the heart of Ocala, a short 7-minute walk from Paddock Mall and 14 minutes' walk from College of Central Florida Ocala Campus. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Equus Inn Ocala Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with various options, including customized omelets and daily changes, offering a step above the typical property breakfast. (122 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, described as excellent, nice, and very welcoming by multiple guests. (45 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient location with plenty of dining options within walking distance. (22 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Clean, comfortable, everything you need at a reasonable price.
Kerri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy and the staff was super friendly even though it was late.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Take advantage book!

I booked because it was cheap and looked nice and I was so surprised! This place was beyond my expectations and we will definitely stay again!
Jeannie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

On the outside the Equus Inn is a solid block of grey and red, however inside the hotel boasts modern renovations and exceptional comfort. Greatly enjoyed my stay.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is older but recently renovated and is very nice. Service was excellent both at the front desk and in the breakfast area.
Darcy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

would highly recommend staying here. Room was clean and nicely updated and loved the horse theme. Good breakfast.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice older property with great breakfast.
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy, quaint, friendly service
Jean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Go to spot to stay with or without my dog
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel that looks recently refurbished.
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in Ocala
Randa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very nice hotel, friendly staff and helpful on working TV. Clean, easy to get to places
Mary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good breakfast, close to many thing
CHRIS, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly staff, lovely pool and outdoor area
Jessica, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Didn’t stay. Checked out
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, spacious room. Nice staff. We would stay here again in the future!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super nice staff, clean room, and a lovely pool outdoor seating area.
Jessica, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good: Room was clean and quiet. Desk staff is friendly. Grounds are well kept. Bad: The coffee they serve with breakfast is awful. I would have no hard feelings if ya'll get a decent espresso machine and charge by the cup.
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property worked great and they accommodated putting our group all together.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very accommodating and so nice. A pleasant stay thank you so much!!
Stacey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and great place
Claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Great service. Good breakfast.
Stacey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Nice stay, rooms very nice. Outdoor elevators to get to rooms.
paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Hotel, nice courtyard with good size pool, and a Gazebo, where you can relax in the eve with a drink. We would stay there again.
Karin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location

Meeting business client then personal leisure time.
Douglas G, 3-night trip