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Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property
Guests lounge by the palm-fringed outdoor pool or savor fine dining on the property, while the multilingual staff stands ready to help plan daily adventures.

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Lafayette Hotel & Club in San Diego offers a poolside bar, cabanas, dry cleaning, al fresco dining at two restaurants, and an on-site cafe. Near the San Diego Zoo, it features high-speed WiFi and a multilingual team that impresses guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Wonderful
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
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(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Balcony, Poolside

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

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  • Sleeps 3
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  • Sleeps 5
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Petite Room, 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

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Family Suite

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Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in University Heights, a neighborhood in San Diego, Lafayette Hotel & Club is near the airport. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92104

What's nearby

  • Balboa Park
    Balboa Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • J.A. Cooley Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Diversionary Theatre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Adams Avenue Park
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Morley Field Sports Complex
    6 min drive - 1.2 miles

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
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    7 min walk
  • Wendy's
    10 min walk
  • Denny's
    3 min walk

About this property

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Upscale hotel near Balboa Park
Consider a stay at Lafayette Hotel & Club and take advantage of a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to 3 bars and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Outdoor furniture, an elevator, and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 139 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • 50-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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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

Frequently asked questions

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Lafayette Hotel & Club pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 45 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 100 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 38 per night.

What time is check-in at Lafayette Hotel & Club?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lafayette Hotel & Club?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lafayette Hotel & Club located?

Located in University Heights, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Balboa Park and 1.8 mi (3 km) from San Diego Zoo. Mission Valley Mall and Adams Avenue Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Rio Vista Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1262 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1622 reviews

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decorated really cool, and fun pool parties
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and everything is very good. Place has a fun atmosphere and everyone in staff is friendly and helpful with requests. Location is good for exploring North Park restaurants and shops. Rooms are fun and linens are comfortable. If you don’t want to leave the hotel you have plenty of options for entertainment on site. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness
The Lafayette is such a wonderful destination in itself! The retro-charm is so special and authentic! Lots to do at the pool, bar, restaurant, music venue, game-room, and 24 Hour Diner that is fabulous! We keep going back for this unique experience! Also clean an cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean many things to do in hotel, bars, club, game room and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had the most amazing time at the Lafayette. I called an hour and a half before we made it to the hotel, letting them know we just got married, and they not only gave us a complimentary upgrade to an extremely nice room but also hooked us up with champagne. The staff was extremely nice, the amenities were great, and we would 1000% come back. The pool, ambiance, and food were also amazing. We highly recommend staying here to celebrate or just hang out!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar and restaurants. Loved sitting by the fire and having coffee in the mornings. Drinks at the bar were top notch. They should refresh the rooms without having to ask.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Everything was there! A bar for drinking, a pool for lounging, a diner for eating, and a restaurant for more eating. The place was one of a kind, and we plan on coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, very clean, good food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon Karlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great restaurant and bar options onsite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of a kind. The pool area is stunning. Restaurants are great. Hip, busy scene at the bars and restaurants, yet quiet and cozy in your stylish room. The design of everything is over the top-- it was a treat to stay here. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful maximalist dream. We had a great stay here to celebrate our wedding. We’re glad we sprang for the king suite - it was awesome. Loved all the personalized touches, and we had everything we needed. Staff was kind and accommodating. We’d definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really cool hotel. Loved the decor, great atmosphere round the pool and bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Page

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff! Our room was above the bowling alley, and the noise didn’t stop until 1:30 am😳 The earplugs in the room should have given us a heads up. The restaurant on site was delicious & so fun! Great menu selection. Drinks were small and pricy but good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and everything about the place was amazing! Had a great time in a great space :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome. Room was great. Would recommend and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arpan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful! And the diner has excellent food for very reasonable prices. The cocktails were good too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, overall great vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stellar experience all around! Great service, incredible ambience, fantastic music, food, drinks, amenities, and fine touches that made our stay memorable and a new favorite on our list.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice staff, super easy number to text front desk for whatever you needed. lots of food and drink areas on site. beautiful decor
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful eclectic room, good water pressure and comfy bathrobes. Great bar -or use the fully stocked bar in the room! Great pool area also, just didn’t have time to enjoy it Would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and property were excellent. Will be coming back here during summer
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026