This 109 room Hampton Inn & Suites Ocala - South hotel is uniquely located just over an hour's drive north from Walt Disney World, 45 minutes south from the University of Florida and hour and a half east to Daytona Beach. This centrally located hotel is the perfect stop to just about anywhere in Florida. One thing you will notice while you are here is the scenery. With over 600 horse farms in the area Ocala, Florida is known as the Horse Capital of the World. Ocala also has the distinction of being the birthplace of the last Triple Crown Winner. Located just over 3 miles from this hotel is the Florida Horse Park, a premier venue for international unique events. Every year riders from all over the world compete at the Horse Park. Whether you are a golfer or enjoy the outdoors, this centrally located hotel is the perfect choice. Just minutes from the hotel, you can choose from one of our many PGA sanctioned golf courses in the area. If you're an outdoorsman then visiting one of our beautiful state parks is a must. If you are visiting Ocala for the first time, you may want to visit Silver Springs Attraction, Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, the Appleton Museum of Art, the Ocala Civic Theatre, the Ocala Historic District and of course the Florida Horse Park. This hotel is committed to offering our guest's the best possible customer service available. We are dedicated to making your stay a memorable one. If you are planning a family reunion, booking a sports group or scheduling a meeting we can assist you personally or you may choose to use one of our on-line booking tools that will make your event stress free!