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Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property

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A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.
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A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.
A large swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a striped facade.
A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $331
$288 nightly
$331 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

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2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92104
  • Place, San Diego Black Ensemble Theater
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Observatory North Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a chair, and a dresser.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

A room with two beds, a chandelier, and a patterned wallpaper.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bench, and a small table with a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

A room with two beds, patterned bedding, a stone floor, and a chandelier.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bench, and a small table with a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Balcony, Poolside

A room with two beds, red curtains, patterned bedding, a chandelier, and a view through a green door.

Room, Balcony, Poolside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a clawfoot bathtub, two armchairs, and a small table.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

A four-poster bed with a zebra-patterned bedspread, a clawfoot bathtub, and a vintage lamp.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

A room with a red carpet, a zebra-patterned sofa, two ottomans, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Petite Room, 1 King Bed

A traditional room with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a lamp.

Petite Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Petite Room, Bunk Beds

A room with a bunk bed, a small table with bottles, a lamp, and a cabinet.

Petite Room, Bunk Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A room with two beds, a chandelier, and a patterned wallpaper.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A four-poster bed with a zebra print bedspread, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a decorative headboard.

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

With a stay at Lafayette Hotel & Club in San Diego (University Heights), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. .This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Hotel Circle.

What's nearby

  • J.A. Cooley Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Diversionary Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Observatory North Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Balboa Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Mission Valley Center Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Colima's Mexican Food - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club offers 139 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include slippers and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 139 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features gift shops/newsstands, wedding services, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Grab a bite at Quixote, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 5000 square feet (465 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 4 meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and noon.
Quixote - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Beginner's Diner - This diner serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
LaFayette Lobby Bar - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.
LaFayette Pool Bar - This cocktail bar is located by the pool. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
The Gutter - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 7 to 38 for adults and USD 7 to 38 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Beginner's Diner
  • LaFayette Lobby Bar
  • LaFayette Pool Bar
  • Quixote
  • The Gutter

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 5,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 45 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 38 for adults, and USD 7 to 38 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 38 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Lafayette Hotel
Lafayette Hotel Club
Lafayette Hotel & Club Hotel
Lafayette Hotel & Club San Diego
Lafayette Hotel & Club Hotel San Diego

Lafayette Hotel & Club Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1471 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1873 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Makaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, everyone was so nice and friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ambiance and vibes. It was our second time staying here and we will for sure be staying again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Everything about that stay was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff was friendly and accommodating, the rooms were clean, and the amenities were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel. It was absolutely my type the staff was lovely and I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time. Planned on going out in north park but just ended up enjoying the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great food and drinks, cozy room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food and decor
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Fun spot for a girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing!!! This hotel is beautiful, stylish and very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool, diner, bar and jazz show. It is more than just a hotel stay, it is a whole experience! Loved it and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Griffin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vibes were amazing and the staff was impeccable. We loved our room and the mattress was incredibly comfortable! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drinks are strong and good, staffs are nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, attentive staff good vibes
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay at The Lafayette! The staff were amazing and the restaurant inside was delicious. The amenities were amazing, 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the Lafayette is always a truly magical experience. We continue to come back because the staff is fantastic and so attentive, the atmosphere is exceptional, the rooms are clean and there is so much to do and eat right on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, fantastic amenities, terrific eateries
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, party vibe at the pool and bars. A very cool place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely attentive everywhere we went. We ate at the diner as well as Quixote, experienced LouLou’s and the bar in the lobby. Well worth the money and a great vacation destination
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

O'Necia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no place else like it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very trendy hotel. Highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amparo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning place especially if you’re a fan of the great gastby!..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels I’ve ever stayed in and I absolutely can’t wait to go back and bring family and friends. You will not be disappointed. The staff is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026