Located on the west coast of Florida, the city of Tampa attracts thousands of visitors every year. Tampa is close to the Gulf of Mexico and is warm and sunny most of the year. Tampa has been ranked number 5 in "Forbes" magazine's America's Best Cities for the Outdoors. Tampa has lots to offer in terms of outdoor activities, recreation and beaches. The open expanse of the Florida wilderness makes Tampa a great place for horseback riding and equestrian sports.
The Equus Meadow Inn & Riding Stable is an equestrian-lover's dream come true. Hosts Sandy, Ken and Milly are proud to provide their guests with personal touches, such as the daily breakfast served by candlelight in the formal dining room. The rooms are charming and cozy with warm and luxurious Victorian furnishings. Equus Meadow Inn & Riding Stable sits on a vast country estate with horseback riding stables on premises that are open to its guests. It offers privately guided trail rides for groups of up to four people and welcomes people with no riding experience.
Equus Meadow Inn & Riding Stable
6812 George Road
Tampa, FL. 33634
813-806-5566
equusmeadowinn.com
The Don Vicente de Ybor Historic Inn is both elegant and romantic, but features only 16 guest rooms, so you should make reservations well in advance. The building was built in 1895 and has undergone 2 million dollars-worth of renovations before reopening as a boutique hotel. Relax amidst Persian rugs, authentic antiques, four-poster beds, wrought-iron balconies and chandeliers collected from all over the globe. It is conveniently located just minutes from Misty Farms, a local stable that provides more than 15 acres for horseback riding.
Don Vicente de Ybor Historic Inn
1915 Republica de Cuba
Tampa, FL. 33605
813-241-4545
donvicenteinn.com
Misty Farms Riding Stables
7515 Lonestar Pl
Riverview, Fl, 33578
mistyfarms.net
The Marriott Tampa Airport offers convenience and comfort with state-of-the-art amenities and high-speed Internet access. The Marriott is just a short walk from the Tampa Airport terminals yet provides access to all of the recreation and activities that Tampa has to offer. Bike and jogging trails, bowling, sailing, snorkeling and water skiing are all just a short drive away, and horseback riding at Hunter Oaks Stables is available a mere 18 minutes up the road. Services at Hunter Oaks Stables include group and private riding lessons, as well as beginner-to-advanced show training.
Tampa Airport Marriott
Tampa International Airport
Tampa, Florida 33607 USA
813-879-5151
marriott.com
Hunter Oaks Stables
5305 Interbay Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33611
813-835-7227
