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A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a teal wall.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, a coffee station, and a large window providing a view.

A modern indoor space with a market area, seating, and a counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

1. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

2.7 km from Discovery Center

Jennifer

Rp1.127.637

Rp1.257.405 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A covered porch with brick flooring, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

A compact bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

A building with a brick facade, a small tower with a weather vane, and a covered entrance area.

A gazebo with a roof, a bench, and a small table.

2. Shamrock Cove Inn

Historic Downtown, 1.5 km from Discovery Center

Greg

Rp966.546

Rp1.077.699 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A patio area with outdoor furniture and umbrellas, a white gate, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a microwave.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with wooden tables and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

2.6 km from Discovery Center

Ken

Rp1.370.347

Rp1.527.937 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden desk, and a small table.

A hotel lobby with a dining area featuring tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a vending machine.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A building with a covered entrance, numbered 1212, surrounded by landscaped gardens with red and purple shrubs.

4. Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs

2.2 km from Discovery Center

Conrad

Rp1.194.937

Rp1.332.355 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and a white exterior wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering city views.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown

Historic Downtown, 1 km from Discovery Center

Melinda

Rp2.266.908

Rp2.527.602 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with large windows, blue doors, and a parking lot visible through the windows.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in microwave, a stainless steel sink, and a trash can.

A room with a large window, a brown armchair, and a small wooden table.

A room with a framed picture, a television, a lamp, a dresser, and a chair.

6. Ocala Cove Motel

3.2 km from Discovery Center

Leigh-anna

Rp869.891

Rp969.930 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A building with a covered porch, potted plants, and a sign indicating a security office.

Two single beds with geometric patterned bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a red wall with framed pictures.

A microwave and a television mounted on a wall, with a wooden cabinet below.

A building entrance with a security camera sign, a window, and a door.

7. Holiday Motel Ocala Downtown I-75

2.1 km from Discovery Center

Presler

Rp1.020.243

Rp1.239.685 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A large, white building with a central entrance and a covered walkway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by white buildings with balconies, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a white rug, and wooden flooring.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a variety of food items displayed on the counter.

8. The Riding Academy Hotel

12 km from Discovery Center

Tamsyn

Rp4.011.166

Rp4.472.449 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A grand hotel entrance with a covered patio, large columns, and a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers.

A person floating in a pool using a pink inflatable ring.

A bakery with shelves of baked goods, a glass display case, and a marble floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of a sports arena.

9. The Equestrian Hotel

13 km from Discovery Center

Giovanni

Rp5.622.076

Rp6.268.615 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a stone fireplace.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a chalkboard with 'A Great Day Starts with Breakfast'.

A reception desk with a 'HELLO Ocalas' sign, a self-service kiosk, and a minibar area with snacks and beverages.

A modern hotel with a mix of beige and brown exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear sky.

10. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

17.3 km from Discovery Center

Carolyn

Rp2.112.082

Rp2.354.971 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a desk lamp, and a window with blinds.

A hotel with a parking lot, trees, and a clear sky.

A breakfast buffet with a display of cinnamon sweet rolls, a sign reading "THIS IS HOW WE ROLL", and a patterned wall in the background.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Silver Springs - Ocala by IHG

7.3 km from Discovery Center

Allyson

Rp1.575.112

Rp1.756.250 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, multiple tables, and a television screen.

A reception desk with a dark wood finish and a lit-up panel, framed pictures on the wall, and a large poster on the right.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a telephone.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

7.2 km from Discovery Center

RICARDO

Rp2.125.915

Rp2.370.395 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating areas.

A modern hotel with a white and brown facade, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a TV.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall with text, and a storage room in the background.

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

7.6 km from Discovery Center

Erick

Rp1.853.083

Rp2.066.188 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a view to a balcony.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and a television on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

14. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

5.5 km from Discovery Center

Anais

Rp1.503.516

Rp1.676.420 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a stone wall, wooden benches, and a white fence.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a 'Market' sign, and a view of a snowy landscape through a glass wall.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and exercise equipment.

15. Equus Inn Ocala

6.5 km from Discovery Center

Cheily

Rp1.272.618

Rp1.418.969 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An outdoor patio with a curved blue sofa, a glass-top table with a fire feature, and a wooden pergola with string lights.

A paved walkway with trees and a fence, leading to a pool area.

A pool area with a clear pool, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

8.9 km from Discovery Center

Kenneth

Rp1.962.625

Rp2.188.327 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a 'Stay Apt Suites' sign, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a parking lot.

17. stayAPT Suites Ocala

4.8 km from Discovery Center

Farid

Rp1.772.001

Rp1.975.781 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, white columns, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor dining area with tables, chairs, and a variety of drinks and desserts.

A lobby with a central round table, a reception desk, and a ceiling with hanging light fixtures.

18. Hilton Ocala

7.1 km from Discovery Center

David

Rp2.040.128

Rp2.274.743 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A park with red pathways, potted plants, and a statue.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a telephone.

A building with a sign reading "ENTRANCE" and the number "3041" on the facade.

A building with a sign reading "ENTRANCE" and the number 3041.

19. Silver Princess Motel

4.1 km from Discovery Center

gary

Rp1.342.425

Rp1.496.893 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a wooden table, and a kitchen area with a TV and shelves.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a barbecue grill, surrounded by a stone building with the sign "EVERHOME SUITES".

A modern living room with a dining area, a blue sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a small seating area.

20. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

5.3 km from Discovery Center

Christopher

Rp1.354.059

Rp1.509.776 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Discovery Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Shamrock Cove Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites	8.4 Very good 493 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs	8.2 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown	7.8 Good 734 reviews	View

Top Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Equus Inn Ocala

10/10 Excellent

"Pleasantly surprised! It was quiet and I had a good sleep. Nice breakfast but, loved the wine and beer self service taps. Right? Pay at the desk, pour yourself and, surprisingly the wine was quite good! I will stay again next time I'm in the area."

Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs

8/10 Good

"We only stayed one night, but the hotel was good."

Shamrock Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot & location, always stay here when in Ocala."

Other attractions near Discovery Center

Tuscawilla Park

Learn about the local history of Ocala when you take a trip to Tuscawilla Park. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Reilly Arts Center

You can make plans for a show at Reilly Arts Center during your stay in Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Ocala Downtown Square

8.8/10 (669 reviews)

Ocala Downtown Square is just one of the places to see in Ocala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and monuments.

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Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP

Enjoy an outing to Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP during your stay in Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Hampton Aquatic Fun Center

You can take time to visit Hampton Aquatic Fun Center during your travels to Ocala. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues.

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Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology during your travels in Ocala.

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Fort King

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Ocala with a stop at Fort King. Discover the area's live music or seek out its horse riding.

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Regal Hollywood - Ocala

You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Ocala during your travels to Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Discovery Center?

Discovery Center is located in Ocala. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 54 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Discovery Center?

Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Discovery Center. Another good option is Shamrock Cove Inn, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Discovery Center?

Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Discovery Center.

What can I see and do near Discovery Center?

You can enjoy live performances at Reilly Arts Center and Ocala Civic Theater. Create some family memories at Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Easy Street Family Fun Center. A trip to Paddock Mall and I-75 Super Flea Market might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Discovery Center hotels

1. avid Hotel Ocala Downtown by IHG

2. Shamrock Cove Inn

3. Baymont by Wyndham Ocala Suites

4. Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs

5. Hilton Garden Inn Ocala Downtown

6. Ocala Cove Motel

7. Holiday Motel Ocala Downtown I-75

8. The Riding Academy Hotel

9. The Equestrian Hotel

10. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Ocala

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Silver Springs - Ocala by IHG

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala

13. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ocala

14. Candlewood Suites Ocala I-75 by IHG

15. Equus Inn Ocala

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ocala at Heath Brook

17. stayAPT Suites Ocala

18. Hilton Ocala

19. Silver Princess Motel

20. Everhome Suites Ocala I-75 North

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Top Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Equus Inn Ocala

Comfort Inn Ocala Silver Springs

Shamrock Cove Inn

Other attractions near Discovery Center

Tuscawilla Park

Reilly Arts Center

Ocala Downtown Square

Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP

Hampton Aquatic Fun Center

Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology

Fort King

Regal Hollywood - Ocala

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