The Central Motel

Motel with outdoor pool, near Fort Cooper State Park

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Classic Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Escape to The Central Motel near Fort Cooper State Park, where the warm sun and tranquil surroundings invite you to unwind. Soak up the fun in the outdoor pool with sun loungers or grab a bite at our on-site restaurant. With bike rentals available and helpful staff, your stay is sure to be an adventure.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Picnic area
Limited hour front desk
Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Free self parking

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Tomorrow

Nov 3 - Nov 4

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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About the neighborhood

721 US Highway 41 S, Inverness, FL, 34450

What's nearby

Fort Cooper State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Citrus County Speedway - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Citrus Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Lakeside Golf and Country Club - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 46 min drive
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
‪Nine State Brewery - ‬2 min drive
‪Pinscher’s Pizzera - ‬5 min walk
‪Lin Garden II - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Central Motel

Enjoy your visit to Inverness with a stay at The Central Motel. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 54 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant

What to do

Hiking/biking trails
Discount at nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Picnic area
An outdoor pool

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

State tax ID - 593710990

Also known as

Central Inverness

Central Motel

Central Motel Inverness

Motel Central

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The Central Motel Motel Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Does The Central Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Central Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Central Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Is parking offered on site at The Central Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Central Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Central Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The Central Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Central Motel like?

The Central Motel is a short 14-minute walk from Fort Cooper State Park and 14 minutes' walk from Cooter Pond Park.

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The Central Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Restaurant

Bed

Location

Bike trail

Breakfast

Balcony

Value

Shower

What guests liked

Restaurants nearby were very good and offered a variety of options, including discounts for guests. (13 reviews)
The on-site restaurant and nearby breakfast options were highly praised for their excellent food and convenient location. (9 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, described as nice, beautiful, and great by multiple guests. (8 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 27, 2025

Great place to relax!

This was a rather comfy and personal motel. It was very clean and the staff were all very friendly. I would definitely consider staying again should the need arise.

Dave, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 21, 2025

location, staff, cleanliness, entire stay - excellent

Alexander, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 25, 2025

Really loved staying at Central Motel nice small operation just off the bike path

HARRY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 10, 2025

Nice motel with great value. Clean with a great pool and breakfast place next door.

Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 6, 2025

Beautiful property, very friendly staff, and restraunt onsite

Teresa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 17, 2025

5 stars

I stayed here for several nights while visiting friends. The room was immaculate, very nice staff.

Heather, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 27, 2025

The room was spotless, very comfortable beds. The staff was very friendly! The room I was in #2, right next to the office, was very convenient, but you could here everything that went on outside - people talking, & the traffic.

Bobbie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 29, 2025

Very clean rooms that have everything you need. Very clean Resturant with excellent breakfast.

Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 30, 2024

The associated restaurant was incredible!

Dale, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 24, 2023

Very cute place to stay

Patty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 30, 2025

This is a well maintained old Florida Motel. The property also has a great restaurant on site. My wife was very pleased that the high ratings it got, were true!

Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 17, 2024

Great place to stay when flight training at The airport

Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 10, 2025

Quiet, easy parking. Very clean. Shower was great. Bed very comfortable and pillows as well. Air works well. Safe environment. Very friendly owner. Delicious restaurant next door, for food, pastries and coffee.

Richalee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 18, 2024

Great place to stay. Friendly, helpful staff

Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 13, 2025

Great Stay in Inverness

Very clean room. It was comfortable and roomy. Bed was comfortable

Bove, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 21, 2025

Surprisingly clean room and updated bathroom for a roadside motel. Good choices for dining options like bakery next door for breakfast and cedar River seafood for lunch or dinner nearby. A surprising good pizza place at a newly opened, La Pergola in Inverness.

Raechung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 31, 2025

Very friendly staff. Rooms siutrd our needs perfectly. Convenient location for our needs and wants. Great adjacent restaurant serving breakfast all day. Great adjacent bike trail w email rentals on path.

colleen, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 2, 2024

Super clean room, nice beds and helpful staff. I will stay again.

Zayra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 2, 2024

Clean and friendly staff

Olivia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 1, 2024

Clean place with friendly staff. Pool looked nice. Highly recommend this place.

Tom, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 9, 2024

Nice old style Florida motel. Close to where our trip was. Would book again.

Patricia E, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 8, 2024

Every time we go there the rooms are spotless and great service throughout. Congratulations on keeping the motel up and making us feel welcome

Eddy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 24, 2024

Great stay at fair price

Have stayed here numerous times over last few months. Always clean, quiet, and well kept. Staff is friendly and helpful. Much more relaxing than the franchise hotels.

Dave, 2-night trip