Lafayette Hotel & Club

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near San Diego Zoo

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

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2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92104
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Balcony, Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

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

Petite Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Petite Room, Bunk Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

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

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

University Heights stay.Your stay at this University Heights hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. Mission Valley Mall and San Diego Natural History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Balboa Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 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
  • ‪Beginner’s Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lafayette Hotel & Club

4-star hotel near San Diego Zoo
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 5000 square feet (465 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Lafayette Hotel & Club. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 139 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 5000 sq ft of conference space
  • 465 sq m of conference space
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 45 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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

How close is Lafayette Hotel & Club to the airport?

Lafayette Hotel & Club is 5.8 mi (17-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lafayette Hotel & Club on Oct 8, 2025 start from $226.0, excluding 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.

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lafayette Hotel & Club.

How close is Lafayette Hotel & Club to the beach?

This hotel is 9 mi (18-min drive) from Mission Beach and 11 mi (20-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Lafayette Hotel & Club, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 38 for adults, USD 7 and 38 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Lafayette Hotel & Club?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Lafayette Hotel & Club?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 38 per night.

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club have a pool?

Lafayette Hotel & Club features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like a poolside location, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Lafayette Hotel & Club have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lafayette Hotel & Club to downtown San Diego?

Lafayette Hotel & Club is 3 mi away from San Diego.