Your First Look at The Riding Academy Hotel at World Equestrian Center – Ocala

If you haven’t planned your next trip to World Equestrian Center – Ocala to stay at the newest property addition, The Riding Academy Hotel, you’re missing out on this equestrian-inspired, pet-friendly gem. 

With 390 studios and suites, The Riding Academy Hotel offers a unique blend of comfortable and spacious accommodations and southern hospitality. Rooms can include special features like a pool view, walk-out balcony or “deluxe,” which offers ample space in-room.

Equestrian-Inspired Design

Much like The Equestrian Hotel, World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s existing, equestrian-inspired luxury hotel, The Riding Academy Hotel features many of the tell-tale signs of the Roberts Design Group at work. The gorgeous lobby is warm and inviting, showcasing rich mahogany, custom furniture and “WEC-purple” dining chairs with equestrian charm on full display. 

Noticeable throughout the design is charming art depicting dogs in sports costumes, professorial wigs and jockey silks aboard horses. Whimsy and class combine for a playful-yet-elegant interpretation of World Equestrian Center’s distinguished brand.

Amenities and Features

Guests can stay in shape at the dual fitness centers or indulge in Starbucks Coffee or a craft cocktail from The Tack Room, the gourmet lobby marketplace. The expansive courtyard of the hotel features a stunning pool and playful splash pad, perfect for enjoying the Florida sunshine. 

Just a five-minute walk from the heart of America’s largest equestrian complex, The Riding Academy Hotel is an ideal home base for those exploring the grounds or staying on-site for a horse show. With access to World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s full range of restaurant concepts, plus state-of-the-art spa, retailers and events just a golf cart ride away, there’s no shortage of things to do as a guest.

Future Fun

In 2025, the Event Center at WEC is set to bring 180,000 square feet of restaurant and meeting space, including four additional full-service restaurants, two of which are rooftop concepts, to the World Equestrian Center – Ocala property with convenient proximity to The Riding Academy Hotel. 

The friendly team is waiting to welcome you to The Riding Academy Hotel and provide you with an unforgettable getaway in the Horse Capital of the World^®. To plan your stay at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, visit ridingacademyhotel.com or call the reservations team at 352-325-9935.

About World Equestrian Center

World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.

These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.

Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.

Learn more at wec.net.

Media Contact:
Justin Garner
justin.garner@wec.net