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Ocala Cove Motel

Ocala Cove Motel

2 out of 5
2210 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL
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The price is $49 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28

Situated in Ocala, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munroe Regional Medical Center and Ocala Regional Medical Center. AdventHealth Ocala and Kindred Hospital ...…

3.7/5Good! (30 reviews)

"Thank you for a wonderful 1 month stay at your motel. I enjoyed the soft, comfortable bed, the full-size refrigerator, the free WiFi and great location in Ocala. I will come again."…"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2020

Ocala Cove Motel
Sun Plaza Motel By Magnuson Worldwide

Sun Plaza Motel By Magnuson Worldwide

2.5 out of 5
5461 East Silver Springs Boulevard, Silver Springs, FL
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The price is $70 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28

Situated in a state park, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wild Waters Theme Park and Silver Springs State Park. Silver Springs Nature Theme Park and Appleton ...…

3.5/5Good! (313 reviews)

"Used bar of soap in shower But quiet and comfortable beds"…"

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020

Sun Plaza Motel By Magnuson Worldwide
Silver Princess Motel

Silver Princess Motel

2 out of 5
3041 South Pine Ave, Ocala, FL
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The price is $65 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27

Situated in Ocala, this motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Munroe Regional Medical Center and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Ocala Regional Medical Center. AdventHealth Ocala ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (192 reviews)
Silver Princess was a GEM.

"Great presence from the highway, covered entry way for registration, it was pouring rain. The clerk was off duty but the process was prompt. I thought that I had prepaid but learned that the card was only for registration purposes, so I used my AMEX. The room was initially a little muggy due to the ..."…"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2020

Silver Princess Motel

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Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75

Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75

2 out of 5
3924 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $46 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5

Situated in Ocala, this motel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Paddock Mall and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ocala Downtown Square and Ocala Grand Prix. Ocala Regional Medical ...…

2.9/5 (124 reviews)

"Attendant not knowledgeable about check-in regarding online handling. Took longer , almost didn’t stay there. Upper staff helped to resolve issue.Otherwise, clean, comfortable... basics are good."…"

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2020

Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75
Shamrock Historic Inn

Shamrock Historic Inn

2 out of 5
215 S Pine Ave., Ocala, FL
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Located in the heart of Ocala, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocala Downtown Square and Ocala Regional Medical Center. AdventHealth Ocala and Kindred Hospital ...…

4.4/5Excellent! (161 reviews)

"The Shamrock was a delight, charming to the max! We loved the location, a short walk to the downtown restaurants and bars. Dianna was a wealth of knowledge of the town. It is the most dog friendly place we've ever stayed. We will stay there again!"…"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020

Shamrock Historic Inn
Budget Inn

Budget Inn

2 out of 5
2901 S. Pine Avanue, Ocala, FL
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Situated in Ocala, this motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Munroe Regional Medical Center and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Ocala Regional Medical Center. AdventHealth Ocala ...…

3/5 (27 reviews)
Poor management

"Management was a hassle"…"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2020

Budget Inn
Economy Lodge

Economy Lodge

2 out of 5
5350 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL
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Situated in Silver Springs, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wild Waters Theme Park and Silver Springs State Park. Silver Springs Nature Theme Park and Appleton ...…

1.7/5 (27 reviews)
Very bad service

"We reserved a hotel room in the Economy Lodge in Ocala, Orlando Fl and when we arrived it was being remodeled and they charge me for the whole price for nothing, we had spend the night on the road."…"

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2018

Economy Lodge
Shangri La Motel

Shangri La Motel

2 out of 5
2230 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL
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Situated in Ocala, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munroe Regional Medical Center and Ocala Regional Medical Center. AdventHealth Ocala and Kindred Hospital ...…

2.4/5 (13 reviews)

"Was fine except for check in, they didn’t have my reservation? What’s up with that?"…"

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2020

Shangri La Motel
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Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center

Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center

2 out of 5
3810 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL
The price is $43 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
3/5 (966 reviews)

"I have a son with autism and this was the perfect place to stay. Every single staff member was so good to him. They were so kind!!! The rooms are okay, but no refrigerator or microwave. We made due with a cooler and my air fryer that luckily I had. But over all it was a great experience for my son ..."…"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2020

Motel 6 Ocala, FL - Conference Center
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL

3 out of 5
3951 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala, FL
The price is $59 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
3.9/5Very Good! (954 reviews)

"Everything was very good , quiet nice. I enjoyed The time in Howard Johnson Hotel"…"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2020

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ocala FL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ocala, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ocala, FL

2.5 out of 5
3720 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL
The price is $61 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
3.9/5Good! (972 reviews)

"Quiet and safe surroundings. Clean. Hot breakfast with eggs sausage and potatoes."…"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2020

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ocala, FL
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Ocala Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 7 affordable motels in Ocala among the more than 110 hotels and other accommodations. When you pick one of these budget accommodations, you might not have many of the amenities found in a traditional hotel but you'll save more cash to use on your vacation.

Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy all that Ocala has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Paddock Mall, Don Garlits Museum of Racing, and Appleton Museum of Art.

Fun fact: Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler driving along America's major roadways. Motel properties often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool.

Here are some of Expedia customers' recommended Ocala motels available to book:

Sun Plaza Motel By Magnuson Worldwide

  • Stay within a 5-minute drive of Silver Springs Nature Theme Park and Appleton Museum of Art.
  • Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Silver Princess Motel

  • An outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a flat-screen TV.
  • It's located within a 10-minute drive of Paddock Mall and Appleton Museum of Art.

Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala

  • Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
  • Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Paddock Mall.

Shamrock Historic Inn

  • It's located within a quick 5-minute drive of Paddock Mall.
  • Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay.

Budget Inn

  • Stay within a 10-minute drive of Paddock Mall and Appleton Museum of Art.
  • Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Things to Do in Ocala

In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Ocala for the museums and entertainment venues.

Here are some popular places:

  • Paddock Mall
  • Don Garlits Museum of Racing
  • Appleton Museum of Art

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

  • Ocala National Forest
  • Florida Horse Park
  • Sholom Park

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

  • Silver Springs Nature Theme Park
  • Wild Waters Theme Park
  • Petting Zoo Ocala

Ocala is also notable for its:

  • Horseback riding
  • Rollerskating

Best Time to Visit Ocala

Figure out the ideal time to visit Ocala by checking the seasonal weather details below:
  • The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and December are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 81° F and nighttime temperatures average 44° F
  • April-June: 93° F is the daytime average and 54° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 93° F and nighttime averages are around 66° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 89° F during the day and 45° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 50.79 inches in a year

How to Get to Ocala and Around the Area

Ocala Transportation
NameTypeDistance
Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.) Airport 4.2 mi (6.8 km)
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) Airport 31.9 mi (51.3 km)
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) Airport 39.9 mi (64.2 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Ocala?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Ocala has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Ocala Equestrian Complex, Florida Horse Park, and Silver Springs State Park.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveler driving along America’s major roadways.
What are the best motels in Ocala?
Ocala Cove Motel: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Florida Horse Park and Ocala Equestrian Complex. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Sun Plaza Motel By Magnuson Worldwide: An outdoor pool along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of Silver Springs State Park. Silver Princess Motel: Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Florida Horse Park and Ocala Equestrian Complex. Super 8 by Wyndham Ocala I-75: It’s located within a quick 5-minute drive of Ocala Equestrian Complex. 2 outdoor pools along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Shamrock Historic Inn: Stay within a short 9-minute drive of Ocala Equestrian Complex. Enjoy the in-room fireplace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in Ocala?
Take time to check out the museums and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area while you’re sightseeing. Visitors to Ocala speak highly of its shops and restaurants. Some popular places to visit include Ocala Equestrian Complex, Florida Horse Park, and Silver Springs State Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Ocala National Forest, Ocala Downtown Square, and Lake Weir. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Don Garlits Museum of Racing, Ocala Grand Prix, and Silver Springs Nature Theme Park.
What's the weather like in Ocala?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Ocala to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 61°F. Average annual precipitation for Ocala is 51 inches.
What are my options for getting around Ocala when staying in a motel?
We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Ocala to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is located 39.9 mi (64.2 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.), which is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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