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
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, Balcony, Poolside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Petite Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Petite Room, Bunk Beds

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Family Suite

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in University Heights, a neighborhood in San Diego, Lafayette Hotel & Club is near the airport. Port of San Diego and Torrey Pines Golf Course 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 Snapdragon Stadium, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Map
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
  • San Diego Black Ensemble Theater
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Observatory North Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Adams Avenue Park
    5 min drive - 1.7 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
  • Taco Bell
    7 min walk
  • Wendy's
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 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
    • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
    • A porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
    • 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Lafayette Hotel & Club?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lafayette Hotel & Club on Jun 16, 2026 start from $286, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 3 mi (5 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

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1327 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1701 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite places to stay, you don’t have to leave the hotel. Great food, drinks, staff, and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the vibe, the decor and the amenities at this hotel. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Am amazing retro hotel with a friendly and knowledgeable staff It has incredible amenities with ultra cool vibes. 5 Stars
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place! We had our first date here and this second visit was to celebrate our time together. Very clean rooms, staff very friendly at reception and also Valet Food from “the Dinner” 🤔 7/10 and service was not good Drinks were Fab! And when we sat at the bar the service staff was so great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the hotel. It's my most fave hotel on the west coast. I look forward to stayung there again & as soon as possible. The staff were fantastic & accomodating. I alsoadore your recent rinnovazione & new additions. Thank you ever so much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so rn to stay at!! Everything was clean and the attention to detail to everything is amazing! Their pool was my favorite. If you like night life and a lively atmosphere this place is for you! Next time I definitely want to try their sister hotel! Also the food and drinks were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Especially the enchanting book of history in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was Exceptional! Hotel was Aesthetically Pleasing, the rooms were so cool and it had the best mini bar I’ve ever seen inside a room! Great for a couple’s getaway, girls getaway and to celebrate any occasion. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Khloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, beautiful, stunning, gorgeous. There aren’t enough words to describe this property. The 24hr diner was not only convenient, but delicious. The room was beautiful and comfortable. My husband and I enjoyed our getaway eating breakfast by the pool or having a cocktail at their fabulous bar. Plenty of fun things to do on the property. Amazing for a getaway or girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, fantastic amenities, terrific eateries
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

TIM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, very clean, good food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon Karlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great restaurant and bar options onsite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Shant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff. Extremely polite staff. Great pool atmosphere and vibe the area. All around fun.
Stayed 1 night 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
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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
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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