Property Description
The unique Lafayette Hotel has over 15,000 square feet of meeting space, perfect for large general sessions or private board rooms, and everything in between. The Lafayette Hotel is your "one stop shop" for business and relaxation. We believe modern travel should be about flexibility, simplicity and exploration. The Lafayette Hotel is centrally located with a relaxing atmosphere, award winning food, highly qualified staff, and spacious guest rooms.We know San Diego culture. The Lafayette Hotel is embedded within the vibrant North Park, Infamous Hillcrest area, and the busy downtown Gaslamp District. Our San Diego community is renowned for its global conventions, exciting nightlife, shopping, dining, and multi-cultural arts and music scene. The Lafayette Hotel redefines what it means to be a community minded hotel.Distinctive in style but similar in personality, our thoughtfully appointed San Diego accommodations offer a welcomed alternative to chain hotels for a Southern California experience that you won't forget. Whether you're here for a convention, business or industry meeting, or company incentive trip, our guest rooms & suites provide the perfect foundation for success and relaxation at The Lafayette Hotel.
Green Sustainability
Certification via the Green Lodging Program: Environmentalist Level.This is the highest level of program participation. Environmentalist Level hotels achieved a field survey score of 351 or more points.
What you need to know
Hotel Features – The Lafayette Hotel San Diego is located just east of Balboa Park. Built in 1946, the hotel is famous for hosting such celebrities as Ava Gardner, Bob Hope, and Betty Grable. The hotel offers many luxurious guest rooms and 12,000 square feet of conference space that’s ideal for a banquet, party, or meeting.
Guest Rooms – Each of the well-appointed guest rooms at the Lafayette Hotel San Diego offers comfortable bedding, air conditioning, high-speed Internet access, free local calls, a coffee and tea maker, desk, clock radio, cable television, microwave, refrigerator, and a shower/tub combination.
Nearby Attractions – Located in North Park, the Lafayette Hotel San Diego is close to many area attractions. During your stay you’ll be less than five miles from the San Diego Convention Center, Old Town San Diego State Park, Balboa Park, Old Globe Theater, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, Spanish Village Art Center, Starlight Bowl, and the San Diego Zoo.
Amenities – As a guest of the hotel, you can take advantage of the on-site bar and patio, business area, heated pool and spa. Those staying at the Lafayette Hotel San Diego also enjoy perks such as a complimentary daily newspaper, printing and copying services, free parking, and shuttle service to the nearby San Diego Zoo. When it’s time for a bite to eat, be sure to check out the “L” Bar and Grill and the Red Fox Steak House – both inside the hotel. Each serves daily specials, specialty cocktails, and delicious dishes for you to enjoy during your stay.
Expert Tip –The well known Red Fox Room and Piano Bar is located inside the hotel and is the ideal place to unwind at the end of the day. The venue features nightly entertainment that includes live music and other acts.
Details / Other Expenses
Check In: | 3:00 PM |
Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
Year of Last Renovation: | 2018 |
Floors: | 4 |
Rooms: | 133 |
Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
Non Smoking Rooms: | 133 |
Handicap Rooms: | 5 |
Rooms with 1 Bed: | 37 |
Rooms with 2 Beds: | 68 |
Suites: | 20 |
Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
Meeting Rooms: | 4 View Spaces |
Meeting Space: | 15000 sq. feet |
Banquet Space: | Holds 525 people |
Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.3 Mi |
Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
Lounge/Bar Hours: | 7AM-9PM |
FEMA Approved: | Yes |
Pool Info: Voted BEST pool in San Diego! The Weissmuller Pool is an outdoor half Olympic sized swimming pool designed by the first Tarzan and USA Olympic 5x gold medal winner & swimmer Johnny Weissmuller. The pool opened with the hotel in 1946, is part of the Lafayette Swim Club, and open to all hotel guests. Pool hours are 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The pool's heating system is part of The Lafayette's environmentally friendly green technology. |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Individual 24 Hours/Group 30 - 120 days |
Nightly Parking: | 22.0 |
Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
Total Taxes: | 12.70% |
Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
Occupancy Tax: | 10.70% |
City Tax: | 2.00% |
Parking Fee: | 18.00 Per Night |
Porterage Fee: | 6.00 Per Person (Round Trip) |
Additional Person Fee: | 15.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Lindbergh Field is approx 5 miles away. Convention Center is approx. 5 miles away. One way taxi expense approx $13.00
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Full Breakfast available in Hope 46 restaurant. Price starting at $12.95 per person a la cart and continental $21.00.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are
not allowed.
Parking Info
Overnight indoor parking is $22.00 per night.
Internet / WiFI
Free High-Speed Wi-Fi Internet (About 10MBPS) in entire hotel, including meeting spaces.
Cleaning Policies
Guest rooms are deep cleaned in between each guest's stay. Hand sanitizing stations have been added in the lobby. All staff are required to wear protective masks and gloves while cleaning in guest rooms and public areas.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: Cafe 21 Gaslamp - Farm-to-table eatery serving a locally sourced menu - 2.5 miles
- Lunch: Lucha Libre Gourmet Taco Shop - Vibrant spot for Mexican wrestling-themed decor and tacos - 2.7 miles
- Dinner: Ironside Fish & Oyster - Trendy spot for seafood and craft cocktails in a converted warehouse - 4.2 miles
- Activity: San Diego Zoo - Iconic zoo known for its panda exhibit and conservation efforts - 3.1 miles
Day 2
- Breakfast: The Mission North Park - Simple, healthy Latin-inspired breakfast and lunch - 3.4 miles
- Lunch: Hodad's Ocean Beach - Legendary local burger joint with a surf theme - 7.1 miles
- Dinner: Born & Raised - Stylish steakhouse with a mid-century vibe and rooftop views - 2.6 miles
- Activity: Balboa Park - Vast urban cultural park with museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo - 2.8 miles
Day 3
- Breakfast: Great Maple Hillcrest - Modern American eatery known for maple bacon doughnuts - 1.9 miles
- Lunch: Phil's BBQ - Famous for mesquite-grilled BBQ meats and casual setting - 5.3 miles
- Dinner: Juniper & Ivy - Refined, modernist cuisine in a chic industrial space - 3.2 miles
- Activity: USS Midway Museum - Historic aircraft carrier turned museum with interactive exhibits - 4.5 miles
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