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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.0
out of 5
282 reviews
Intimate and Quaint

Very comfortable rooms and bedding! Had the Huevos Rancheros for a late breakfast. It was very... See full review

  • MissO
  • Apr 23, 2012
Adequate

If you set "Motel 6" in mind, you won't be disappointed. If you expect more, you will certainly... See full review

  • Jenniferandkids
  • Mar 30, 2012
Colonial-style mansion epitomizes elegance next to San Diego Zoo
Dating back to 1946, the Lafayette opened as a popular spot for celebrities and movie stars to socialize for nights at a time. With live music in the Red Fox Room and Piano Bar, the property still celebrates its Hollywood roots today. The Lafayette is the closest hotel to the San Diego Zoo. Guests receive free Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access and on-site parking is also available. The on-site L Bar & Grill overlooks the hotel's Olympic-sized, Terrazzo-tile swimming pool.
Highlights
  • Historic property dates back to 1946
  • Closest hotel to San Diego Zoo with free shuttle
  • Listen to live music in the Red Fox Room and Piano Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi
Rooms

The Lafayette Hotel & Suites offers 131 small but elegant rooms, including four suites. Each room comes standard with a flat-screen TV, mini refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer and an in-room safe. Complimentary high-speed Internet access is available in all rooms.

Features

Built by Larry Imig in 1946, the Lafayette Hotel & Suites spent its first few decades as a popular spot among celebrities and movie stars. In addition to an impressive guest list, several prominent local figures have been permanent residents, including clothier Bill Solof, restaurateur Ray Lubach and San Diego Padres manager Lefty O'Doul.

Despite extensive renovations in 2009 and 2010, much of Lafayette's historic grandeur still exists today. One highlight of the San Diego property is the original, Olympic-sized Terrazzo-tile pool.  Guests and locals flock to the Red Fox Room & Piano Bar, which still hosts nightly entertainment. Guests also receive complimentary access to an on-site fitness center and free Wi-Fi Internet access in the lobby. The hotel offers 24-hour laundry service (fees apply) and parking is also available on site.

All guests receive complimentary shuttle service to the San Diego Zoo.

The on-site restaurant, the L Bar & Grill, sits in the hotel lobby and overlooks the pool. Guests can order light snacks in the Red Fox Room and Piano Bar as well.

Dining

The Red Fox

Sample a delectable fusion of mouth-watering steak varieties and creativley prepared seafood favourites alongside refreshing cocktails.

Hours:
Monday – Thursday  (11am – Midnight)
Friday – Saturday (11am – 1:30am)
Sunday (4pm – 1:30am)

Imig's Kitchen & Bar

Start the day with a modern twist on breakfast and brunch served in a relaxing and open setting.The restaurant also serves mid-day cocktails.

Hours:
Everyday (7am – 3pm)

Holidaymakers at Lafayette Hotel and Suites can also try out sumtuos cuisines, craft beer and local homecooked meals at North Park neighbourhood restaurants nearby. The hotel front desk can arrange for recommendtions and reservations.

Transportation
  • MTS Bus (3 blocks)
  • San Diego Trolley (1 mi/1.5km)
  • San Diego International Airport (4 mi/6 km)
Attractions
  • San Diego Zoo (1 mi/1.5 km)
  • Petco Park (2 mi/3 km)
  • Old Town (3 mi/4.5 km)
  • Sea World (4 mi/6 km)
  • Qualcomm Stadium (5 mi/9 km)
  • Point Loma (6 mi/10 km)
Business
  • 10,000 square feet of meeting space
  • Courtyard for outdoor events
  • 24-hour business center

 

Lafayette Hotel and Suites Rooms

Manor King - 1 King Bed
Pillow top California King mattress , triple sheeting with duvet. Desk. Smart power with 3 outlets & 2 USB charging ports, iPod/MP3 Ready AM/FM Clock Radio. 37-inch LCD television with expanded cable including 4 Showtime channels. Complimentary wireless Internet . Laptop-compatible safe. Coffee maker. Traditional shower/tub combination featuring Speakman showerhead. Hair dryer. Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Manor Queen - Two Queen Beds
Two pillow top Queen mattresses , triple sheeting with duvet. Desk. Smart power with 3 outlets & 2 USB charging ports, iPod/MP3 Ready AM/FM Clock Radio. 37-inch LCD television with expanded cable including 4 Showtime channels. Complimentary wireless Internet. Laptop-compatible safe. Coffee maker. Traditional shower/tub combination featuring Speakman showerhead. Hair dryer, Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Poolside Room - 2 queen beds
Two pillow Top Queen Mattresses , triple sheeting with duvet. French doors opening directly onto or overlooking the famous Weissmuller Pool. Desk. Smart power with 3 power outlets & 2 USB charging ports, iPod/MP3 Ready AM/FM Clock Radio. 40-inch LCD television with expanded cable including 4 Showtime channels. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Laptop-compatible safe. Coffee Maker. Traditional shower/tub combination featuring Speakman showerhead. hair dryer, Air conditioning. Non-Smoking.
Suze Suites
Two private bedrooms separated by French doors each with its own bathroom, traditional shower/tub combination featuring Speakman showerhead. One room offers a twin over full bunk bed, multi-purpose dining table, 4 chairs, chalk board wall, smart power with 3 outlets & 2 USB charging ports and a 32-inch LCD television. Separate and private parents' bedroom has a pillow top California King mattress , triple sheeting with duvet, built in desk, microwave, refrigerator, laptop-compatible safe, I-Pod/MP3 ready clock radio, 40-inch flat screen TV, complimentary wireless internet and expanded cable including 4 Showtime stations. Non-Smoking.

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Hotel Map

Area served
San Diego, CA
Nearby airports
(SAN)San Diego International Airport
Area description
Located in North Park area of San Diego. One mile from San Diego Zoo, one mile from Mission Valley and minutes to downtown, SeaWorld and all San Diego Attractions.

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Elevators
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Free parking
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Night Club
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Ramp Access to Buildings
  • Restaurant
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Solarium
  • Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest
  • Wheelchair accessible elevators
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Red Fox Steak House
The quintessential steakhouse that doesn't just reach for the lounge vibe, it helped define it. The entire interior was shipped to the United States for blonde cinema actress, Marion Davies, and was dismantled (again!) and installed at the Lafayette during the 1950's. If the history and nightly piano doesn't get you, the stiff cocktails, steak, and seafood surely will. Hours: Monday - Thursday (11am - Midnight) Friday - Saturday (11am - 1:30am) Sunday (4pm - 1:30am)
Imig's Kitchen & Bar
Loved by locals and guest alike, Imig's serves up a modern, casual and honest twist on breakfast and brunch. The relaxed and open setting gives guests the perfect space to gather daily for breakfast, brunch (or both, after all you're on vacation) or a mid-day custom cocktail overlooking the historic Weissmuller Pool. Hours: Everyday (7am - 3pm)
North Park Neighborhood Restaurants
Quickly becoming nationally recognized for it's culinary diversity and appreciation for craft beer, the neighborhood offers Lafayette guests an incredible opportunity for food exploration. We encourage you to dine with us once (ok, maybe twice) and then experience the local cuisine within our wonderful neighborhood! Our front desk can assist with recommendations and reservations.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (282)

Ratings and reviews for Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Overall score

3 / 5
282 out of 282
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3.4
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.1
Location:
3.5
Value:
3.4

62% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
MissO
San Diego, CA
Apr 23, 2012

Intimate and Quaint

Very comfortable rooms and bedding! Had the Huevos Rancheros for a late breakfast. It was very good! Patio space is small but it works. Parking spaces are small so drive a compact car. Did not appreciate the Housekeeping Service annoyingly knocking on our door at 8 am and then 9:30 am. Checkout time is 11. Hello! Big question: Would I stay here again? Yes!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

2
Jenniferandkids
Denver, CO, USA
Mar 30, 2012

Adequate

If you set "Motel 6" in mind, you won't be disappointed. If you expect more, you will certainly feel let down.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

3
Rich From Philly
Business
Philadelphia, PA
Mar 21, 2012

Decent Value for Older Hotel

I stayed here for business. The staff was helpful right from the start. Any question or request I had was answered immediately and thoroughly. I was definitely impressed by the service. The hotel itself is an older hotel with pictures of its glory days throughout the lobby. Outside the lobby, the hotel felt a bit run down. The elevator was dark and the buttons would not light up. I enjoyed the quotes from celebrities that they had outside of each room. The walls in my room were bare of decoration and could use a coat of paint. The bed was comfortable and the linens seemed brand new. The room was cleaned very well, it just felt old. You could easily hear noise from the hallway and the room next door. The shower temperature kept fluctuating from cold to hot. It was a good value but I can't say it didn't have its downsides. Replacing the carpets and painting the walls would help a lot in improving its appearance. As I was in town for business, I didn't use the hotel for much more than winding down before bed and then sleep. I was happy with the hotel in that respect but I'd want things to be improved a bit before I could see staying there for a getaway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Kellyocoee
Ocoee, Florida
Mar 20, 2012

Great Breakfast and Location

The desk clerk said they served a small breakfast and I expected donuts and fruit, but we had juice, all kinds of fresh fruits, sweet rolls, cheeses and a hot dish of a Mexican pork hash that was delicious. No one left hungry. The location was great for heading to the zoo and we loved our room that opened to the pool, although it was too cool for us to go in.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Great location for heading to the zoo and a beautful pool for after you get back!

Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Miss Cee
Cypress, CA, USA
Mar 19, 2012

Quaint Escape!

This is such a cute hotel! I love the old school feeling of the lobby and the rooms, and the pool was amazing. It's just a few minutes away from the downtown area and the beach. I would definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
brandy01
Boise, ID, USA
Mar 10, 2012

WOW!!!!

my husbund & myself stayed the next day we had a cruise the staff printed out directions to the pier,they were sooooo friendly,understanding just wish we had stayed there instead of going on thre Carnival 9 days, the food in the rest was excellent(at the hotel)the room was sooo much better next time will book the hotel instead of the cruise(which was soooo bad)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Beaudex
Haines, OR
Mar 2, 2012

Best Kept Secret in San Diego!

It was the best deal around and what a nice surprise. Its not like a luxury resort, but very nicely renovated. Super clean. Worth the value. Take your own hair conditioner.. and soap of choice, they seem to spare expense on this but that is my only negative comment I can come up with. I had read that and packed some. They serve very light continental breakfast but its well done. Very good coffee. We had brie cheese one day, lots of great fresh fruit, crossaints (sp), another specialty bread, very good, and sweet rolls, misc cheeses.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Red Fox Steak House accessible they the hotel, dark atmosphere but nice good meal, great service

Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

5
Esmocarrs
Fontana, CA, USA
Feb 28, 2012

Amazing Hotel

This was an amazing experience. This was my first time in San Diego and the the staff was helpful and kind during the check in process. We stayed at the susie suite and it was a family room but it was perfect for our group since we where there with plans to party. The room had plenty of space to party and also relax. I cannot complain about this place at all.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Short drive from hotel

The Gaslamp is fantastic but get there early parking is crazy or just take a cab.

Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

3
teacher traveler
Wenatchee, WA, USA
Feb 25, 2012

Good enough

This was an historically interesting hotel, and they have tried hard to renovate. We found the location to be less than desirable. The price is certainly fair, but we wished we had booked something a bit more upscale for our first visit to San Diego.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Lafayette Hotel and Suites

Reviewer score

4
Felix5
Ontario, CA, USA
Feb 23, 2012

Classic

The Stay was nice although there were a few things to improve I like it. The breakfast was cold and Verry little option. I would recomend a warm breakfast and with more selection. You can tell a rennovation has taken place but it should be complete when they leave the room. On our doors you could see where the old sign was with old paint while the rest of the door has new paint. The rooms I requested were changed but we were accomidated with something nicer so that was good. other than that keep up the good service and complete the rennovations going and this hotel shall be modern in no time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
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