North Central Florida, FL

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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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Historic Downtown

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocala Downtown Square and Reilly Arts Center.

Historic Downtown
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University Heights

4/5(31 area reviews)

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

University Heights
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Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Ocala Downtown Square and Reilly Arts Center.

Historic District
If you visit Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, FL, make sure you go on one of the famous glass bottom boat tours. We took one and were lucky enough to have our boat pass right over two friendly manatees. #florida #silversprings #manatee

Fort King District

3/5(20 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Fort King are top sights worth seeing.

Fort King District
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Haile Plantation

If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.

Haile Plantation
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West Ocala

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Ocala and surrounding area, you can visit Ocala Downtown Square and Reilly Arts Center.

West Ocala
Equus Inn Ocala
Equus Inn Ocala
2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL
The price is AED 427 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
AED 427
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ocala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,340 reviews)
You won't be dissapointed staying here
"I got this room just to get away for new years eve. The price was extremely reasonable. The room it self was exceptionally clean, nicely decorated and with the after 10 quiet rule was good for sleeping even with the new years eve celebration. I would definitely come back if I visited Ocala again. ..."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Equus Inn Ocala
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
The price is AED 417 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 417
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
Beautiful & Clean
"The hotel is beautiful and clean, and the staff is friendly. We loved that the pool was heated and the gym was beautiful and had great equipment."

Reviewed on 30 December 2024

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is AED 347 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 347
AED 390 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,171 reviews)
Great night stay
"Nice stay due to a traffic home. Great location and comfortable room and convenient surroundings. Check in and check out staff were friendly and knowledgeable."

Reviewed on 1 January 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Ocala
stayAPT Suites Ocala
3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hampton Aquatic Fun Center ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
Ocala stay
"Cleanliness was fair to good. Microwave was functional, but the display was not, glass stove top was in bad condition."

Reviewed on 11 December 2024

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
Dunnellon
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Dunnellon. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Rainbow River and Aquatic ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
Amazing property!! 10 out of 10!!
"Our family has been gathering in Dunnellon for 5 years now for Thanksgiving and our rental this time was the best rental we have found by far. It was so great we have already booked it for 2026! The property is beautiful, the house has such a great set up for a large group with so many great spots ..."

Reviewed on 5 December 2024

Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
Ovedale Lodge.  A cabin on a three acre estate in Horse Country, Ocala
Ovedale Lodge. A cabin on a three acre estate in Horse Country, Ocala
Ocala
Stay at this cabin in Ocala. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Petting Zoo Ocala and Ocala National Golf Club are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 17 November 2024

Ovedale Lodge. A cabin on a three acre estate in Horse Country, Ocala
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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