North Central Florida

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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 Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.

Historic Downtown
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University Heights

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 Paddock Mall.

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

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 Playground and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.

Haile Plantation
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Duckpond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.

Duckpond
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is CA $116 per night from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7
CA $116
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,447 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2024

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Equus Inn Ocala
Equus Inn Ocala
2.5 out of 5
3434 Sw College Rd, Ocala, FL
The price is CA $135 per night from Jun. 9 to Jun. 10
CA $135
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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 helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,059 reviews)
"Really nice place. Breakfast was really good. I recommend totally!"

Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2024

Equus Inn Ocala
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $183 per night from Jun. 10 to Jun. 11
CA $183
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,230 reviews)
"Great venue. Clean and good service"

Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2024

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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
2.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hampton Aquatic Fun Center ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Very clean, great for families and great communication"

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Barsala At Thirty Fourth
Barsala At Thirty Fourth
3.5 out of 5
3701 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and ...
7.4/10 Good! (44 reviews)
Nice stay
".We stayed in a one bedroom apartment. It was lovely for a longer stay. The apartment had the basic dishes so you could have breakfast. The pool was lovely to dip into on a hot day. The gym was a good gym"

Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2024

Barsala At Thirty Fourth
Private Island Waterfront Oasis w/ Kayaks + Pool Table + Many More Activities!
Private Island Waterfront Oasis w/ Kayaks + Pool Table + Many More Activities!
Dunnellon
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Dunnellon. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Rainbow Springs State Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
Best Rainbow River rental!
"We were very pleased with all aspects of this rental. Host was pleasant and communicative, house was well maintained, updated, clean, well stocked, there was plenty of sleeping and bathing available for large parties, and the river location was superb! We will stay here every trip we take to the ..."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Private Island Waterfront Oasis w/ Kayaks + Pool Table + Many More Activities!
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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