The Central Motel

Motel with outdoor pool, near Fort Cooper State Park

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December 2025

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January 2026

Property grounds - The Central Motel (Inverness)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Central Motel (Inverness)

Exterior - The Central Motel (Inverness)

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - The Central Motel (Inverness)

Escape to The Central Motel near Fort Cooper State Park, where the warm sun and tranquil surroundings invite you to unwind. Soak up the fun in the outdoor pool with sun loungers or grab a bite at our on-site restaurant. With bike rentals available and helpful staff, your stay is sure to be an adventure.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Picnic area
Limited hour front desk
Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Free self parking

$91 nightly

Dec 20 - Dec 21

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Tomorrow

Dec 15 - Dec 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Classic Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities

$89 nightly

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

721 US Highway 41 S, Inverness, FL, 34450

What's nearby

Cooter Pond Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Fort Cooper State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Citrus County Speedway - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Citrus Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 46 min drive
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
‪Nine State Brewery - ‬2 min drive
‪Lin Garden II - ‬17 min walk
‪Pinscher’s Pizzera - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Central Motel

The Central Motel is a great choice for a stay in Inverness. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 54 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant

What to do

Hiking/biking trails
Discount at nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Picnic area
An outdoor pool

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

State tax ID - 593710990

Also known as

Central Inverness

Central Motel

Central Motel Inverness

Motel Central

Central Hotel Inverness

The Central Motel Motel

The Central Motel Inverness

The Central Motel Motel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Central Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Central Motel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 150.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Central Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Central Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Central Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The Central Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Central Motel like?

The Central Motel is a short 14-minute walk from Fort Cooper State Park and 14 minutes' walk from Cooter Pond Park.

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The Central Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Restaurant

Bed

Location

Bike trail

Breakfast

Balcony

Value

Shower

What guests liked

Restaurants nearby were very good and offered a variety of options, including discounts for guests. (13 reviews)
The on-site restaurant and nearby breakfast options were highly praised for their excellent food and convenient location. (9 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, described as nice, beautiful, and great by multiple guests. (8 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 8, 2025

Always super clean and great front desk service.

Bianca, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 25, 2025

Very safe, plenty of parking. Staff was courteous, rooms cleaned daily.

Joanne, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 6, 2025

the hotel is very clean spacious they are remodeling, the pool was great, and the staff was very kind

pemig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 24, 2025

Clean comfortable room

ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 21, 2025

location, staff, cleanliness, entire stay - excellent

Alexander, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 27, 2025

Great place to relax!

This was a rather comfy and personal motel. It was very clean and the staff were all very friendly. I would definitely consider staying again should the need arise.

Dave, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 10, 2025

Nice motel with great value. Clean with a great pool and breakfast place next door.

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 6, 2025

Beautiful property, very friendly staff, and restraunt onsite

Teresa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 9, 2025

Very very clean safe place great restaurant also good people good food highly recommend both motel and cafe

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 24, 2025

Best place ever! We stay all the time, close to restaurants and the lake.

JOANN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 30, 2025

Staff and facility are excellent. The restaurant next door is outstanding!

Dale, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 1, 2025

We had a wonderful stay. It was quiet, clean, safe and conveniently located to everything we visited. The staff were friendly and helpful. Can't wait to come back for another stay!

Joanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 29, 2025

Very clean rooms that have everything you need. Very clean Resturant with excellent breakfast.

Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 30, 2024

The associated restaurant was incredible!

Dale, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 15, 2025

Great place to stay! Very clean!

CINDY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 28, 2025

Proximity to the State trail.

John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 30, 2025

This is a well maintained old Florida Motel. The property also has a great restaurant on site. My wife was very pleased that the high ratings it got, were true!

Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 10, 2025

Very clean rooms and grounds. Nice restaurant beside the Motel. Staff was very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend

David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 22, 2024

Convenient location..excellent staff.

Francisco Emeric, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 20, 2024

Great place to stay

As always clean and comfortable room with excellent service to make you feel at home

Eduardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 3, 2024

Clean , good service and good restaurant

LUIS, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 3, 2025

Ideal Stay, Ideal Breakfast & Lunch

The Central Motel is ideal for everyone who wants to enjoy the Withlacoochee Trail. The Central Cafe next door is wonderful and we both loved the new menu.

Russell, 3-night trip