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Lafayette Hotel & Club

Name: Lafayette Hotel & Club
Address: 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, California, 92104, San Diego, US

★★★★·9.3/ 10Excellent

·Hotels

📍2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, California, 92104 · San Diego ↗

📞001619.296.2101·Official site ↗

Electric car charging stationMeeting roomsFront entrance ramp24-hour front deskLuggage storageFree WiFiAll 27 facilities +

Review

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Relaxed and ready for anything, the newly redesigned Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows blends unique style and exceptional service with eco-friendly practices to become your ideal travel companion. Reserve a room and see for yourself why this California boutique hotel was a one-time haven for iconic celebrities and continues to be a destination worth discovering again and again.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 205 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-12

Guests praise the unique retro design, diverse dining, and attentive service. Common complaints include small rooms, poor soundproofing causing noise, lack of traditional room service, and confusing front desk access.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.3

Location9.2

Cleanliness9.1

Value9.0

Facilities8.8

Surroundings8.8

＋ PraisedUnique decor and design details · Comfortable beds and room amenities · Attentive and friendly staff · High-quality dining experience

－ ComplaintsLoud noise at night · Crowded pool area · No room service · Maintenance or cleanliness issues

KEYIdeal for adults seeking unique vibes and social scenes. Avoid if you need quiet sleep or traditional hotel services.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationWhere is the hotel located and what are nearby attractions?＋

Nestled in University Heights, it is minutes from San Diego Zoo and Hotel Circle, with easy access to Balboa Park.

diningIs breakfast provided? What dining options are available?＋

Breakfast is available for a surcharge. Guests can dine at Quixote or enjoy drinks at multiple bars and lounges.

coupleIs this hotel suitable for couples?＋

Highly recommended for couples. 90 guests praised the retro luxury design and attentive service (9.3 rating) as romantic.

familyIs the hotel family-friendly? Are there child facilities?＋

Parents liked the bunk beds and pool. However, note that weekend noise and poor soundproofing may affect rest.

roomHow are the room size and soundproofing?＋

Common complaints include small room sizes and poor soundproofing causing night noise, especially on weekends.

serviceWhat is the service level? Is there room service?＋

Service score is 9.3 with attentive staff and SMS concierge. However, traditional room service is lacking.

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Room types · 13

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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RoomClassic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 × Queen Bedup to 4

2 Queen BedsLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

2 × Queen Bedup to 4

2 Queen BedsLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Family Suite

1 × King bed / 1 × Bunk bedup to 6

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bunk BedLayout - 2 bedrooms Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Petite Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bedup to 2

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Petite Room, Bunk Beds

1 × Bunk bedup to 2

1 Double Bunk BedInternet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedLocated on the top floor, balcony with pool views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedLocated on the ground floor with pool views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

2 × Queen Bedup to 4

2 Queen BedsOverlooking the pool Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Room, Balcony, Poolside

2 × Queen Bedup to 4

2 Queen BedsBalcony with pool views Layout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedLocated on the top floor Internet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

1 × King bedup to 3

1 King BedFeatures a private deck/patio Layout - Bedroom and living roomInternet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

2 × Queen Bedup to 5

2 Queen BedsFeatures a private patio Layout - Bedroom and living roomInternet - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps Entertainment - 50-inch LED TV with cable channelsFood & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)Sleep - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippersPractical - Laptop workspace, guidebooks, and wardrobe or closetComfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and heatingNeed to Know - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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DiningSights

Soichi

japanese · ★ Michelin

$$$$

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Mabel’s Gone Fishing

seafood · Bib

Charm is in abundant supply at this popular gathering place, from the name and décor (both of which honor an owner's beloved dog) to the easygoing, friendly staff. But it's more than just window dressing that draws in the crowds. A focused menu highlights excellent local seafood with a simple-yet-satisfying approach that blends Californian and Iberian cuisine, and the results are undeniably delicious. Case in point is the crispy, meaty swordfish schnitzel, served with salsa verde and creamy tonnato sauce alongside a salad of caper berries and shaved fennel, for a winningly bright, briny combin

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Great Maple

American

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897m

Cucina Urbana

italian · Bib

Cucina Urbana, like the other siblings in the Urban Kitchen Group family, is an amiable place that promises a good time. It’s casual, festive and popular with the locals—the kind of spot where nearly every table is filled on a Tuesday afternoon.The California-Italian menu has seasonal offerings, such as a burrata and stone fruit salad, as well as a variety of brick oven pizzas with playful twists, like a pepperoni pizza with Calabrian chili and a honey drizzle. Fresh pastas, including the torchio alla norma with eggplant, chili flakes and ricotta salata with basil, are always a good bet. Wine

3.2km

Trust

American, International

$$$

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Siamo Napoli

italian_pizza

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1.2km

Morning Glory

breakfast · Bib

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LOLA 55

mexican · Bib

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4.7km

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Lafayette Hotel & Club

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 13

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Family Suite

Petite Room, 1 King Bed

Petite Room, Bunk Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Poolside

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Poolside

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Poolside

Room, Balcony, Poolside

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Patio

Facilities · 27

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