Lafayette Hotel & Club

All in one getaway. No reason to leave the property once you get there. Great food and vibes. The staff is delightful. Can’t wait to go back.

Amazing all around. Bar cart was next level

Beautiful hotel

Stayed here with my girlfriend for a 2 night girls trip. The hotel is visually stunning and not a detail is spared. Check in; the bell hop was helpful. But there are no bell carts. There was a $38 per night parking fee I wasn’t aware of. At check in, the staff was friendly, but the woman who checked us in spoke very fast and when giving directions to our room was unclear. She also didn’t offer assistance with our large luggage and she did with other guests prior to us. So we had to lug the luggage down the pool stairs and go find our room. We didn’t realize there wouldn’t be a ramp or elevator. The double queen pool room is amazing and again, beautifully designed. There is no coffee pot, just a hot water warmer and instant coffee. But the front desk does have coffee in the morning and the diner is 24 hours, and it’s not a far walk. If you want a chaise by the pool on a busy day or industry Mondays, you have to save your chaise by about 6:30am. And they will only let you save it for 45 mins with a towel or items, so you cannot retreat to your room for more than that. But the vibe by the pool with the DJ was fun and we had a great time. There is poolside drinks and food. The service was spotty throughout the hotel. We had good service in some areas and not in others. So I’m not sure if they have continuity in their customer service training. The worst was at the Quixote restaurant and at times, the front desk. All in all a great stay, and would stay again.

my favorite hotel i’ve ever been to.

the only small note would be 9am DJ start time on monday morning. other than that, love the vibes and overall space.

the smeg electric kettle was awesome! Loved the pool, jazz, decor, etc. Great stay!

Great stay! Will definitely be back.

Always a great stay. The vibes are immaculate and the staff is always very efficient and nice. We love coming here!

Extreme details very unique

Absolutely beautiful and very clean. This is the only hotel I plan on staying at while in San Diego going forward. Only wish there was a full sized mirror in the room.

A must stay. Exceeded our expectations. The attention to details and first class service. We will be coming back.

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.

The staff were fantastic & accomodating. I alsoadore your recent rinnovazione & new additions. Thank you ever so much.

Excellent

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!

Am amazing retro hotel with a friendly and knowledgeable staff It has incredible amenities with ultra cool vibes. 5 Stars

Amazing property!

This hotel is unmatched!!! The attention to detail is insane, location is great but you’d never want to leave the property anyway!! The drinks, the food, the pillows! 12/10 stars!

I was left a little puzzled about the mini bar in rhr room and couldn’t find a price list. I didn’t ask either I was just so intrigued by it. I’d definitely stay again!

Just utterly amazing in all ways. We got the king suite. It felt like I was in cabin on the orient express. The pool the diner the bowling alley the bar. So SO good.

Loved it. Especially the enchanting book of history in the room.

We loved the vibe, the decor and the amenities at this hotel. Will definitely go back!

I have stayed here quite a few times and it’s always been great. I’ve always given this beautiful hotel an excellent rating. But, this time it gets a good. Not to worry, we will definitely come back. We just hope things go back to excellent.

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

One of my favorite places to stay, you don’t have to leave the hotel. Great food, drinks, staff, and amenities.

Stayed at this hotel last November and now. Nice hotel but it would be great if they could take wet towels and bring fresh towels each day without having to ask. Our shower did not have a door or curtain so water was almost all over the bathroom floor and we need to put our towels down.

This the best place everything under one roof

Lovely hotel, very aesthetic place

Came here as a solo traveler for my birthday to see Yebba at the Observatory up the street. Let me say this my experience was amazing! Staff was super chill and sweet. The vibe of the hotel is soo me. I felt at home immediately! Please go to Quixote and grab lunch if you have time. My experience was beautiful. So grateful to have the privilege of staying. Thanks so much.

Everything about this hotel was great. The decor, amenities, restaurants, staff are all reasons why I will return.

Everything was wonderful! Will definitely be back!

The most beautiful hotel with so many amenities.

Too many people on a pool pass.

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!

Amazing stay! The staff is super generous and helpful. The pool is a must!

A really fun hotel to stay in however if you’re planning a quiet and relaxing stay I probably would not recommend this hotel. The walls were very thin so I could hear my next-door neighbor up the music and every word in their conversation. And then on the other side of my room, I could hear clearly a toddler banging on everything and screaming. Otherwise, I really enjoyed my stay. The staff were great and the food was good.

I stayed here for a birthday staycation everything was literally perfect. My friends and I loved all the little details, the access to the pool very aesthetic. The only negative thing we could say is the server at the diner was so rude I get a 2 am shift would suck ass but I will of tipped better if he didn’t give so much attitude. He told a lady oh you’ve never heard of an omelet before? He took forever to greet us when it was dead. I’m assuming he was just having a bad day but I worked as a bartender and I didn’t take it out on my guests.

Pros: Incredible interior design. Every space is beautifully done, very unique with high end finishes and makes you feel like you’ve gone back in time. Food and drinks are delicious at all spots. Staff is very kind and as helpful. Valet parking was easy and they got our car relatively fast even during busy times Lively atmosphere (also a con) Cons: 1st one is us specifically, I don’t know what went wrong but we booked a balcony room poolside but they gave us a ground level poolside. This is technically an upgrade monetarily, but to us it kind of put a damper to the stay. I specifically booked a balcony because I wanted to be close to the action but still be able to remove myself. Our room was in the corner and people kept seating in our outdoor seating, one point we were asleep and there were people sitting and drinking/laughing on our seats. I didn’t want to constantly have to ask people to move so most of the time we just let them be. Staff tried to change our room but none were available. The noise is the big con. I knew this was a party hotel going in but I didn’t think it would be that loud in the rooms. Music blasting from the hotel until 2am and then the room above us starting blasting music from 6am. So no sleep Saturday night. You could feel it in your bones. Come during the weekday for chill vibes. Weekend if you don’t mind noise!

This is an older retro 1940's style hotel. The rooms are small, but the decorations are spectacular. The carpets have cheetah print, there is a pool that is completely pink and green following the palm tree vibe. Pictures within the hotel are fun and worthy of instagram. The bar includes bowling alley, basketball and skeeball games, pool tables and foosball. The diner on premise is very good, prices are reasonable and they are open all the time.

This is a must stay place in San Diego

Amazing Property. Unlike any other.

Just one of my favorites hotels ever..that is all.

Breakfast on the terrace was wonderful. Great vibe and great food.

This hotel is really cool, I wish I had stayed longer than one night. Everything was super clean, the staff super nice, and the food and drinks were amazing. Easy check in and check out.

I was so excited to celebrate my birthday here, and it exceeded every expectation. Not only did I have the best time, but my girls and boyfriend loved every second of it too! We’re definitely a hard group to impress, so the fact that we’re already planning our next trip back says everything. I truly couldn’t have imagined a better place to celebrate such a special occasion. Thank you for such an unforgettable experience — can’t wait to come back!

Very accommodating and what a lovely place!!

Pros: Unique design throughout, beautiful pool, good tunes playing at a not too loud volume. We arrived a few hours early and they had our room ready quickly. Neighborhood has nice restaurants, bars and shopping a walk / short ride away. Dyptique toiletries. Personalized stationery was a nice touch. Pros depending on your vibe: Very much a party scene - lobby bar was busy, there was a dance club in the basement, apparently a jazz club somewhere on the property. Young clientele. Very extensive minibar options. Cons: Pool was slammed. We were not able to get a lounge chair while we were there from 11-4. We sat at a table for a couple hours without anyone taking our order. Basement club was right below our room (214) playing loud, bass heavy music until 1230am, rattling the many glass bottles of liquor for sale. Room was dark with poor lighting. Loud people in the hallway throughout the night. All-in-all, probably a great place if you want to party, not so much if you’re looking for a relaxing night.

Yes, everything was good besides the pool. They ran out spaces for locals at $20 so there’s no room for guest.

The rooms were clean and colorful

Love the overall vibe of the hotel. Beautiful rooms and great service. No room service but the concierge are extremely sweet and helpful and multiple food spots are open 24 hr!

awesome experience.

Absolutely amazing!!! This hotel is beautiful, stylish and very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool, diner, bar and jazz show. It is more than just a hotel stay, it is a whole experience! Loved it and will be back!

I love the amenities of The Lafayette such as the Lobby Bar, Diner, the pool and the room decor is so fun. However, it’s not the best hotel if you want to get a good night’s sleep. Since many of the guests are partying in the hotel, there is noise going on well after 2 A.M. On my floor, there were doors slamming every 5 minutes and the vents in the bathroom were oddly projecting loud conversations from people in other rooms. Definitely the worst hotel experience I’ve had in terms of noise from the surrounding rooms. I got absolutely no sleep, which was a bummer. I wish the hotel had designated quiet hours for people to follow. If you’re okay with the noise, it’s an amazing hotel!

Nice

Rooms were clean, challenging to get to our building as sometimes the cut through the pool area and sometimes they were locked. No coffee maker or coffee in the room which ar $350 per night we should have had that.

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The staff was amazing, everyone was so nice and friendly!

Staff were so attentive, helpful, responsive and kind! Lovely stay, well worth it! If you’re hoping for a quiet stay, this isn’t it. Although they do supply ear plugs that helped tremendously. If you’re looking for fun and great people watching, this is the place for you!

i loved it i had so much fun

We had a fantastic time. Planned on going out in north park but just ended up enjoying the hotel!

Perfect

The vibes were amazing and the staff was impeccable. We loved our room and the mattress was incredibly comfortable! Highly recommend.

Great staff. Fun spot for a girls weekend.

Drinks are strong and good, staffs are nice and friendly.

Amazing ambiance and vibes. It was our second time staying here and we will for sure be staying again soon.

Really cool, vibey hotel. Funky decor, excellent food & drinks. Club Lou Lou is a must. The noise is a bit much on weekends. I was kept awake until almost 3 am with club level noise - 2nd floor room. Other than that, really impressed!

Great rooms, super cool design and decor. A lot to do on the property. Devin at the front desk is phenomenal!! Thanks Devin for make my wife’s weekend away with her girls amazing!!

Loved the hotel but the staff was rude. Did not less us sit down on any chairs just to eat food outside or inside. Hotel was beautiful but no elevators if you have kids or stroller.

One of the better hotels I’ve ever stayed in and I absolutely can’t wait to go back and bring family and friends. You will not be disappointed. The staff is amazing.

I loved this hotel. It was absolutely my type the staff was lovely and I would go back.

Staying at the Lafayette is always a truly magical experience. We continue to come back because the staff is fantastic and so attentive, the atmosphere is exceptional, the rooms are clean and there is so much to do and eat right on the property.

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.

If tranquility is what you looking for i would say this is not the place..this is a party hotel so if thats what you looking for then this is the place

Amazing food and decor

I love the hotel. It was a little overcrowded, you have security in the front since it was Christmas and hold off some people behind because you couldn’t even walk in there.

no place else like it

If you’re into insta posing by the large pool, you’ll love this place. It draws a mostly younger crowd, genZ/millennials, at least while I was there. Lots of nightlife, music and posing at the various bars/clubs on premises. There were a few families with kids which was a bit of a surprise. The food and drink at the various restaurants and bars was excellent and reasonably priced. While my room was beautiful, the biggest drawback for me was the lack of any surface or drawer to put away my stuff, not even a luggage rack, so everything wound up on the floor. Housekeeping service was only available by request, not automatic. I don’t think I would return to the Lafayette but I can see why a lot people would love it.

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!

Wonderful, quirky, fun stay in a great neighborhood! So much to do at the hotel that we need to come back and try some new things! One drawback: checkin and checkout are awful. The front desk doubles as a coffee bar, which is a cool idea, but without enough staff, you end up standing and waiting, holding all your luggage, while the front desk staff makes fancy coffees. Definitely not a good idea. But everything else about this place is awesome!

Staff was extremely attentive everywhere we went. We ate at the diner as well as Quixote, experienced LouLou’s and the bar in the lobby. Well worth the money and a great vacation destination

My wife and I had the most amazing time at the Lafayette. I called an hour and a half before we made it to the hotel, letting them know we just got married, and they not only gave us a complimentary upgrade to an extremely nice room but also hooked us up with champagne. The staff was extremely nice, the amenities were great, and we would 1000% come back. The pool, ambiance, and food were also amazing. We highly recommend staying here to celebrate or just hang out!

Decorated really cool, and fun pool parties

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!

We loved our stay. The pool was an amazing vibe, stake out your spot early. Highly recommend dinner at Quixote. Also, check out Lou Lou’s - get there when the doors open to get a great table.

Went bowling, had a great time!

Loved it! Will be back

Fun hotel, the pool area and bars are open to the public which makes it difficult for actual hotel guest to find pool chairs and even get a towel. Pool was overcrowded and dirty. Game room also packed, due to allowing outside guests to enter. Its vibe is great, lots to explore within the hotel.

Cool

Wonderful time

Cons: idk if construction was going on but we heard hammering around 8am. Then we heard construction workers in rooms so that was annoying. Coming for rest and getting loud sounds is disappointing. There’s no phone in the room and ice is basically a mission. We also don’t have a garbage can in our room. The water in our shower was also backing up. The toilet paper is cheap. Idk if I’d stay here again but I am glad I stayed because it’s one of those places I would’ve always wondered what it’s like.

Clean rooms, attentive staff good vibes

Great location, party vibe at the pool and bars. A very cool place

The decor at this hotel really stood out to me, every detail felt thoughtfully curated and beautiful. The service was exceptional, and the amenities were top-notch. I also loved the activities and games available; it they made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Honestly, everything about this place exceeded my expectations, and I would definitely come back.

Clean many things to do in hotel, bars, club, game room and restaurants

Everything about that stay was perfect

We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff was friendly and accommodating, the rooms were clean, and the amenities were wonderful.

Stunning place especially if you’re a fan of the great gastby!..

They should refresh the rooms without having to ask.

Great staff! Our room was above the bowling alley, and the noise didn’t stop until 1:30 am😳 The earplugs in the room should have given us a heads up. The restaurant on site was delicious & so fun! Great menu selection. Drinks were small and pricy but good.

Hell yeah

Everything was perefect

This hotel is one of a kind. The pool area is stunning. Restaurants are great. Hip, busy scene at the bars and restaurants, yet quiet and cozy in your stylish room. The design of everything is over the top-- it was a treat to stay here. We'll be back.

A beautiful maximalist dream. We had a great stay here to celebrate our wedding. We’re glad we sprang for the king suite - it was awesome. Loved all the personalized touches, and we had everything we needed. Staff was kind and accommodating. We’d definitely return.

But the power went off at 10 o’clock and didn’t come back on until four or 5 o’clock in the morning. They were aware of this, we were aware of this when we checked in. It wasn’t a state that I paid for…

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.

Do NOT book a room here. Just come for a drink… but if you do please ensure you have 40 minutes to wait for th drink and DO NOT give these fools your credit card. They will lose it!

The staff and hotel were exceptional. That said, the room itself is too maximalist for my taste. It was just too much and it gave me a migraine. The lighting in the bathroom and in the vanity area was so poor that you couldn't even see to put makeup on. All in all, there are no major complaints.

Great pool atmosphere and vibe the area. All around fun.

We have great time it was birthday my daughter

Very trendy hotel. Highly recommend this place

Amazing atmosphere amazing everything will be coming back

Staff and accommodations could be improved. Hotel is gorgeous and that’s about it.

Amazing place, great service, and super comfortable bed. Planned to see a show at Lou Lou’s, went for drinks at the bar after, had a late night snack at the diner to wrap the night up. A must if you’re in San Diego

The room decoration is stand out, the ambient is super nice.

We had a great stay at the Lafayette Hotel. The highlight of our visit was the outstanding customer service from Brendon at the Gutter Bowling Alley. He was attentive, friendly, and went out of his way to help us get our drinks quickly. His professionalism and positive attitude really enhanced our experience. Excellent service like that makes a big difference. We would definitely return.

A totally unique and wonderful experience!

Wonderful at Christimas!!! Stunning, quaint, all the bells and whistles in the room.

Our stay at the Lafayette was really great! The staff was particularly helpful in helping us make the most of our time in San Diego. We also loved the unique design aesthetic of this place. It was very pretty inside

Coolest hotel! Everyone working there was so great the restaurant in the hotel was amazing as well! Will be back

Beautiful ambiance and interiors, our room was a bit loud from 9am-11pm because of our proximity to the pool & outdoor bar, if you want something quieter don’t book the balcony rooms. Staff was friendly and accommodating, though quality of service varied depending on who was working. Overall a great experience, definitely a property to visit if you want to have fun and party a bit. We would come back!

Room was great! Staff was good. The gates around the pool should be worked on to make them a bit quieter.

Great design.

It’s a beautiful hotel in a fantastic location, with plenty of amenities including a great pool, lively bar, 24-hour diner and even a bowling alley. That said, it’s very much a party hotel. You should expect loud music throughout the day and evening — which you can hear from your room — as well as a steady stream of influencers gathering around the bar and pool. There’s also no housekeeping service. My room wasn’t cleaned during my stay, which feels quite surprising given the price point. Service overall was minimal — no assistance with luggage, and you’re required to carry your bags up stairs and across a busy pool area to reach your room. For what you pay, it doesn’t quite deliver a luxury experience.

Hotel was amazing. Everything stood out. This property is beautiful, clean and has an amazing vibe. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Valet, concierge, bar tenders, servers, all amazing. Room was amazing, clean, nice view and very well maintained. Favorite hotel I’ve been to by far. Would recommend and will be back.

10/10. Amazing experience. Definitely a destination hotel. Book the restaurant at least a few weeks before you come. Very “moody” vibe. Very very cool. Would stay here again.

Not sure how this hotel has been awarded anything. The pool is pretty and that’s about it. No bell hop, rooms are through the hotel, through the pool, and up multiple flights of stairs. However, no mention of this anywhere on the hotels website. Did not feel safe at all, my room was in the middle of no where overlooking a busy street. Complete waste of money

Could use some improvement. I waited 30 minutes for my check multiple occasions throughout my visit. The restaurants and bars are severely understaffed. Shower had no door so water was spilling everywhere during showers. Bathroom window latch was broken. Difficult to open

Beautiful hotel, great food and drinks, cozy room.

Staff barged in our room without knocking, put us up in a room directly near the staircase to the lobby so it was so noisey the entire night, it felt like guests were in our room with us. Amenities for pool lacking—no service in the pool area, servers would not even bring your drink to you. Did not meet our standards.

Cute boutique hotel that puts attention to every detail! However it is small and a lot of outside guests visit since it’s open to the public. It can be crowded and loud

The hotel is absolutely stunning, it was my boyfriend as I’s anniversary and the hotel staff was very kind and gave us a complementary champagne bottle! The valet parking was worth it and the staff are super helpful as well and respond fast to any questions you have. I loved and enjoyed our stay at the Lafayette hotel.

Great staff, fantastic amenities, terrific eateries

Room did have a dirty carpet stain from previous people. Other than that service was great, great environment. Definitely will return in future. Beautiful aesthetic!!!

This place is insane!! Will blow yyou away with class and style!!

Would happily stay again

Stunning hotel, I could have stayed there all day looking at every little design detail.

Such a beautiful hotel. It was my first time and it was such an aesthetically pleasing hotel lobby & room. I did have some minor issues but not enough to rate it low. The conditioner and body wash bottles were empty. There was hair left behind from someone else on the towels and I felt as though the bathroom could’ve been cleaned a lot better. There was no do not disturb sign in our room, but not a huge deal. Definitely an older hotel so that is definitely the vibe. I would stay here again.

Staff was awesome. Room was great. Would recommend and will stay again.

This hotel was so unique it transported me to another place, which was just what I needed after a long work day. The restaurants were also very different and delicious. My room was beautifully decorated and I marveled at who the designer might have been. I will stay there again when in San Diego.

Unique place to stay

Our room was lacking. Still had garbage on the heater from the last guests, and cold air came in through the doors all night. Music at 8:45am was a bit obnoxious. Mainly the rooms need a few more amenities besides soap in the bathroom, and we only had a tiny garbage next to the toilet. No garbage can in the room. And no way to stream apps on the tv like Netflix. The in room bar was amazing though! The service was mediocre at best at breakfast and with the valet. The concierge was good.

nice staff, super easy number to text front desk for whatever you needed. lots of food and drink areas on site. beautiful decor

Bar services understaffed. Takes too long to get drinks in all the bars of the hotel.

Is phenomenal. The staff was so friendly and helpful the entire stay. I’m a big coffee person, and my latte was excellent every morning and beautifully made. The room was smaller than I expected but very comfortable. I have a bad back and woke without back pain. There is a lot to do in the hotel alone, and much to do around town within walking distance. I would not hesitate to stay here again. It was a great experience! Oh, and the restaurants onsite were all excellent too! Every dish I ordered was delicious- my husband, too!

The staff and ambiance is nice. But the hôtel has no room service nor do they have daily room turnovers.

Stellar experience all around! Great service, incredible ambience, fantastic music, food, drinks, amenities, and fine touches that made our stay memorable and a new favorite on our list.

Upgraded to a pool suite but did not realize it was upstairs. It’s a little difficult when you have a lot of luggage. The room was nice but the shower did not get very warm. It would get hot for a second and then turn freezing cold. Not a desirable shower. The guy at the hostess stand at the diner was very rude and not helpful whatsoever. We sat outside and it was difficult to get service and our food took a very long time to come out. We had to wait almost 30 minutes to receive our check after being finished eating. We had to hunt down our server. I was hoping for a better experience overall.

The staff was so nice and everything about the place was amazing! Had a great time in a great space :)

We are elderly and didnt know we would have to haul ourselves and bags up more than one flght of stairs. This should be stated clearly on the room description. I have arthritis and it was very difficult.

LOVED IT

Really cool hotel. Loved the decor, great atmosphere round the pool and bar.

Very cool and classy hotel. Great stay through the week. Very loud on the weekends if your room is around the pool.

my best friend and i stay here annually for her birthday and it's ALWAYS the best time! we love EVERYTHING from the vibes to the food and delicious poolside drinks + hanging at the lobby bar. also - COMFIEST BEDS AND BEDDING EVER

Nice staff, very clean, good food

Great restaurant and bar options onsite

The staff is very nice and helpful but the valet and check in system aren’t great. Really need a new way to check in, my friends room wasn’t even ready and we arrived an hour or so after check in time. The place was packed with people who were not even guests and could barely walk around. The line was awful but the staff was kind, however for the price, not sure this place is worth it anymore.

Everything about this hotel was perfect. From the ambience, the coffee, the bar & amenities. 10/10 recommend.

My stay was incredible! Concierge was so helpful and kind.

The staff and property were excellent. Will be coming back here during summer

Amazing hotel

decorated, updated and had everything you needed on the bar. Overall all the amenities at the hotel the restaurants were good, the Bar was super fun, the pool was beautiful vintage look and the Club was also super cute and decorated, but i think the DJ was having a bad night bc her music was okay..

Clean room, friendly staff, overall great vibes.

Make restaurant reservations when you book your room

Overall great hotel. All staff were very friendly and the Christmas decorations were beautiful. Had a great experience. Would love to come back in the future!!

We also loved the whole experience and decor at the Hotel during Christmas season. Lou Lou's lounge and The Gutter were so much fun! I 100% recommend staying at the hotel and enjoying all the amenities. You will not regret it.

Quixote, the on-site Mexican restaurant, was hands down one of the best meals I’ve ever had. Lou Lou’s Jazz Club was an absolute blast for New Year’s Eve.. pure joy from start to finish. The Circle Bar was always buzzing, full of energy and life, and Gutter (the bowling alley bar) was packed in that perfect, electric way that just makes the night better. I’m already plotting my return. This is officially a once-a-year getaway kind of place.

It was during xmas season, so it was crazy busy. Lot of so called influencers taking pics all over the place, which was annoying. Couldn't check in til after 4pm, but staff were all friendly and the place was beautifully decorated. Rooms are good size with an incredible mini-bar, never seen one like it. Would likely stay again, we are local so don't stay in hotels in SD much.

Amazing property.

Not sure the Holidays are the best time to stay here as it was so crowded. Long lines...

The hotel is beautiful! And the diner has excellent food for very reasonable prices. The cocktails were good too!

They made it special for the occasion and the room was fabulous!

Everything was great!!

Food is always so good

But bravo to the incredible valet team who were doing amazing work with patience and grace. And if you are in town during the holidays, peek in to see the decor. It is stunning. But brace yourself for lines that aren't even present in NYC these days.

The Lafayette Hotel is one of my new favorite hotels! It was so incredibly decorated for the holiday season. Absolutely spectacular! It was busy and filled with guests around Christmas. Very lively! So much to do there and it's a lot of fun! It's the perfect getaway whether you are visitIng from out of town or a local here in San Diego.

Amazing Customer service!! When we walked in to our room, we noticed that there was a leak on the sealing of our room. We went to notify them at the front desk and they took very good care of us with another room. Very friendly staff and will recommend everyone to stay here.

We paid a high premium for this room and it was right next to the bar which we did not know when booking, so was extremely noisy and kept us up at night (bar closes later on Friday nights). There was also a huge fight happening in the middle of the night between guests in the room next door, so we were up from around 2-4am. The staff themselves were lovely but no one was able to resolve the situation for us, didn't offer us a room or any compensation for being disturbed for hours in the middle of the night. Considering the price we paid, this is really not OK. They then texted us and asked for feedback, and didn't really have anything to offer when I shared my experience. They should really disclose that the room is right next to the bar in advance, so that guests can have the option to pick it or not. It is a fun lovely hotel but the rooms not being soundproofed enough being that close to the bar really soured our experience.

Christmas and it was virtually impossible to be seated for meals or at the bar. The hotel room was incredibly cramped. The bed, however, was comfortable and pillows & linens were great. The shower was odd - rain shower head was tilted inwards to avoid the water being splashed out onto floor creating awkward water flow. Sink wouldn’t drain. The very elaborate bar in the room was so big there was very little space to walk around the bed. Very dark decor in room - felt cave like. The hotel itself is interesting “maximalist decor” with a fun vibe - especially the pool area, but overall our experience wasn’t that great. We travel a lot and mostly stay in 4 star properties. We were only here for location near family and didn’t want an AirBnB. I honestly wouldn’t stay here again. Was it an “experience “? Yes. Felt a bit like Disneyland at Christmas with all the chaos included.

Beautiful stay with amazing amenities. Can’t wait to come back!

The hotel itself was beautiful. But not sure if it was the time of year or not what we expected. But it was insanely crowded and noisy. We ended up checking out early and not staying a full night because of the loud music and crowds of people we could hear from our room up till 11 PM. Also there was a constant humming/shrieking sound whenever someone used the water or bathroom. So not sure if the plumbing or pipes were having issues.

Fun stay over all. Staff are great!

Check in staff rude

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Amazing hotel, great staff and awesome food!

Decor is amazing. Minibar in the room was a very

Everything

this last time and its on the older side of the hotel it was kind of ghetto. There was carvings on the wood inside the bunk bed and way too much carpet that's my big hang up here way too much fabric in the rooms so bring your benadryl for a nights stay. They have to pick wither fabric for decor or hardwood floors it's too much. The rooms in the back of the hotel have a smell of mold so i had to out essential oil around the room. Otherwise so much i love about this hotel just the rooms too much carpet

Everything Amazing minus so many people

Room was clean and smelled so good, staff very friendly!!

Enjoyable an

Very clean and tidy, super beautiful.

Gorgeous hotel and ambiance, but they focus more on the bar scene than providing great service to hotel guests. The concierge doubles as a bar tender, that about sums up this hotel’s priorities. It’s a fun place to stay if you can get a good deal, but I would not overspend expecting a 4 star experience.

The rooms are comfortable, clean, eclectic and possibly the best minibar selection of top shelf products anywhere. The property invites you to discover and play and socialize. The bar and food programs are superb.

Fun place with lots of energy. It is a big party almost all the time. Beware of loud music and this place is not for everyone, but it is very cool!

Feedback: The shower water was not hot, and the shower leaked water all over the floor every time someone showered. Full length mirrors or more mirrors would be nice for multiple people being able to get ready at once. There were randoms wandering the floors and all restaurants and bars were packed with outsiders. It would be nice to have security by the stairs. And limit the number of outsiders because the people who pay to stay were having to leave the premise to get food/drinks.

Beautiful place, lots of attention to detail. Overall great vibe. Would stay again

The room was clean and well supplied. They even thought to provide a carafe of fresh water. Nice touch!

Very noisy! Fun and cute hotel but not ideal for work trips. Music blares until late at night, out door speakers by the pool was next to the hotel rooms, and pool bar is open late night. Staff not attentive and only way to communicate is via text.

We did eat dinner at their restaurant the Quixote. It’s beautiful but quite dark. We couldn’t see much of our food. It’s also loud—the ceilings and floors are tile. Like the lobby bar area, this restaurant was crowded. Ok, so back to the room. The bed was far too soft for my taste, but the linens were quality. The bathroom is small, but again, no one should come here expecting the Four Seasons. This place is all about atmosphere, decor, and cool photos. Every staff member we encountered was helpful and pleasant.

Clean room but a bit concerning how many non-guest are allowed through the gates of the hotel such as the pool area or rooms towards the back of the hotel. It felt unsafe at night time. Especially when staying with a child.

Did not have breakfast

These guy do a terrific job always love coming here. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. We will be back

My wife loved everything about this vintage hotel.

Very hip place to stay with lobby bars always hopping. Rooms were cute and nice neighborhood.

Great staff

Fun!

Amazing location and venue but a little noisy. Maybe just Thanksgiving weekend but guests partied all night. Hard to sleep. Pool music starts blasting at 9am.

Overall atmosphere.

gorgeous decoration in all hotel amenities. staff is fun engaging and attentive to customers. the room was beautiful. the pool is a delight. we loved our stay.

Everything

Lots to do and eat

Overall a great stay. We went on a Saturday evening during the holidays so as expected, it was very busy. The staff was very polite and helpful throughout the night. The room was clean, with lots of snacks and a mini bar. The only downside we really had was limited outlets which is not a big deal. 10/10 would recommend.

The hotel and staff were all wonderful. We ate 2 meals in the diner, both times the meals for each person were delivered up to 30 minutes apart. The restaurant was completely out of seriously basic items (potatoes, onion rings…) and getting water to the table took 15 minutes. The condiment bottles on the table were empty. Both times. Ex servers notice these things. But we’ll return and hope they have better organization.

JUST WOW! What a memorable experience spending the day and night at this Stunning Landmark. The holiday season is AMAZING here! Our room was beyond detailed and decked with the coolest vibe ever! Just an incredible 24 hours! BRAVO!!!!

The environment was so much fun!

Good stay - very loud in certain rooms on the weekend

Staff was horrible. Especially Denise at the front desk. Rude as can be. Room was dirty and loud.

Food was 10 out of 10 FANTASTIC, the eggs Benedict and the banana French toast was mind blowing. The hand crafted cocktails were ridiculously good. The customer service was very professional and I felt that all my needs were met. I will definitely be coming back.

I booked The Lafayette Hotel for my birthday weekend, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations! From the moment I called to inquire about a room upgrade, Gabriel was incredibly gracious and helpful — and to my delight, the room I had hoped for was available. Check-in was smooth, and the lobby? Spectacularly decorated and full of character. My room (King Suite with balcony) was ready upon arrival, allowing me to settle in right away. I was especially touched to find a handwritten birthday/welcome note from Gabriel waiting for me — such a thoughtful gesture and the perfect start to my stay! The room itself was beautifully designed, unique, and so comfortable. Even though it rained, I still enjoyed the charm of the balcony, and my absolute favorite feature was the freestanding bathtub just steps from the king-size bed — a dream! I got to soak and unwind after a long day out, and it felt like pure luxury. The hotel also offers so many great spots to lounge, dine, and be entertained — from the stylish common areas to the fantastic shows at Lou Lou’s. It truly feels like the place to be, and I’m already looking forward to my next visit. Thank you, Lafayette team, for making my birthday so special!

Clean room, staff were fantastic, they went above and beyond! The Amenities on the premises were great and fun! Definitely staying here again!

Everything was more than perfection, I had an excellent time. The pool was amazing very comfortable, the bar had excellent cocktails and great atmosphere. I enjoyed the pool table although it was difficult to actually get a table it was fun. Great service and staff. Everyone treated me as a guest wonderfully and helped with anything I needed.

This hotel is very unique and very special. The diner, bars, pool area etc. are phenomenal. We had a petit room, so I should have been prepared for it to be small, which it was. Overall, this was a great stay and we will be back for sure! Super fun.

I originally booked a multi-day stay at this hotel, and then cancelled my stay 5 days before check in (3 days before the hotel's stated policy for full refund/no charge). Despite this, the hotel charged my credit card for one night's stay ... a blatant money grab. Hotels.com got involved, and they were the ones (not Lafayette Hotel) to eventually refund me for the charge. I will never again consider staying at Lafayette Hotel. Their shady business practices reflect poorly on them.

Room was nice but bathroom needs more lights. Balcony was nice but overseeing the bar area made it very noisy. Asked for clean towels and they were never delivered. We don’t use towels twice at home but had to in a hotel that charges $500+ per night.

Loved everything, I could stay there forever

A truly unique experience. I can’t get over how reasonable the in room bar options are priced and how many options there are. Like no other hotel anywhere. The coolest fitness center ever. Super friendly and great food, great portions and great prices. Third time I’ve stayed there. It gets better every time.

The Lafayette is a great spot to stay or even just visit. It’s got its own unique vibe. The rooms are unique, the staff is great, and the food and drinks are top notch. I highly recommend the Lafayette.

The hotel is beautiful art deco and was already wonderfully decorated for Xmas. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The food is delicious and LuLu's club is a fantastic venue. This is a must stay in San Diego and great for a staycation like we did.

This property is next level, unique and historic. Had a fabulous time here.

Staff were professional and friendly. Hotel was beautifully decorated and attention to detail and service was amazing. Every bar was a must see and drinks were delicious .We will definitely be coming back.

Kitchy rooms but need way more staff. The check in counter they made a coffee bar now, so there’s always a line if you need something.

The room smelled so fresh and clean when we opened the door.

Other fun games. Lafayette has a great layout and stylish. The pool is gorgeous and heated. The staff is incredible. If you need to charge your car you need to bring your own plug. That was a little disappointing. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

heated as well

Love everything about The Lafayette!

The entire property is gorgeous and the rooms are well thought out and just amazing overall

absolutely gorgeous hotel with great food & bar options. art everywhere you look and really friendly staff. heard the hotel was renovated a few years back; unfortunately still left much to be desired as far as plumbing, hot water, noise insulation.

This place was amazing. There were so many options and variety! The staff was wonderful and so helpful. The place isn’t just a hotel it’s an experience!

Excellent customer service from front desk staff

Lovely place, courteous staff, great vibe, better on weekdays due to noise but still great.

Every aspect of the stay was amazing. Can’t wait to come back.

Gorgeous hotel with lots to do. The staff were all amazing and attentive, that's hard to find nowadays. Cant wait to come back!

Such a cool vibe. Great place to stay.

All of the above!

Classy

Another great stay at the Lafayette! Great location in North Park, great ambiance, and friendly staff. Poolside room, what could be better?

Amazing property. Have stayed before and will be back because everything here is always perfect. The hotel smells amazing. The hotel bar is top notch and the attached restaurants/bars are really great too and offer amazing food. My favorites are the boozy milkshakes at the 24 hr diner in the lobby and anything from Xijote. Not to mention all the shampoos, soap, etc. is Diptyque branded which is so luxurious! Lafayette is on the forefront of San Diego staying classy!

Such a cool, retro vibe Hotel, beautiful bedroom, with a Diner, bowling alley, bar and swimming pool all on site. Great experience!

Everything was amazing

Such a fun atmosphere and friendly staff.

Great stay! Would definitely return!

This hotel is fun if you’re looking to party, but if you’re looking for somewhere quiet this place is not for

10/10 looooove loooove this place will be coming back

The decorative details within the rooms and around the property we incredible

my bill was an issue but it was all sorted out quickly :)

The staff went above and beyond for my birthday. My friends and I had an amazing stay , definitely can’t wait to come back!

I travel a lot around the world, and I always look for something that’s not ordinary, but this hotel is truly something else. From the moment you walk in, you can feel it’s special, the design is stunning, vintage but stylish, the service was warm and genuine, the front desk girl was so kind and helpful. The hotel has two bars, a Mexican restaurant, and a diner, everything was perfect, the drinks were amazing, and what’s cool is that each bar has its own vibe, you don’t even feel like it’s part of the same place. The room was beautiful, every detail was thought out, the in-room cocktail bar, the branded touches, the lighting, everything felt warm and well designed. Honestly, this hotel is on another level.

The hotel had a classy atmosphere with perfect ambiance throughout. The staff were friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. Both the bar and the pool were outstanding and really elevated the experience. Highly recommended!

Everything about Lafayette is outstanding! The attention to detail, customer service, food and beverage options, and overall vibe is the best around. The manager was generous and attentive. We will never stay anywhere else.

Great spot

Love love this place. I definitely recommend this place to couples. U don’t have to leave the hotel they have everything.. only issue the AC went out and the AC tech was able to repair it

Had a nice stay. If you want a seat at the pool get there early, first come first served and people hog seats with towels entire day to only use it an hour or two. Hotel shouldnt allow that as there’s limited seating. The attached Mexican restaurant is “fancy” Mexican, not that great in our opinion. Attached diner was good. Drinks decent but weak alcohol content and expensive. It’s definitely a party location, there were five bachelorette parties there the weekend we went. Parking pricey too as valet only. We enjoyed our stay but it’s a little pricey for what you get. The surrounding area is horrible! A happy ending massage parlor a few doors down, and lots of homeless around too. Probably will not return but worth a visit once.

Clean room, comfy bed, amazing atmosphere, walkable neighborhood.

I came to San Diego specifically to stay at the Lafayette. My dad worked at this hotel when it first opened in 1946, and visiting there has been a goal of mine for many years. I was very impressed. It was beautiful and I love the art deco theme throughout. The staff was awesome and made me feel so at home. I felt so close to my dad. It was a very emotional trip. Thank you to all for making my stay so special.

The hotel is fabulously decorated! It's beautiful. The staff is friendly and attentive. I would stay there again and tell family and friends to so the same.

Beautiful decorated hotel, tons of amenities. Wish it was not so hard to find a chair by the pool but other than that our room was away from the main pool area and it was quiet and relaxing at night. Room was lovely, bathroom was a bit small. Overall, was a great experience.

Very nice place

Walking through the doors of the hotel is like stepping into an art deco time warp. The decor is divine, the smell intoxicating, and dining options superb! We throughly enjoyed our stay.

Front desk staff was amazing and the property is stunning. We can’t wait to go back!

The staff is super friendly. Had a fun short stay.

Clean, comfortable, fun vibe. Love it.

Beautiful! Comfortable, and really impressed with the entire hotel. Will return!

Everyone was great, especially the guys in Valet.

Vibes were just immaculate. 10/10

This is a unique one of a kind top line hotel. Highly recommend.

Amazing hotel. Staff warm and attentive. Amazing bar and food choices. LOVE the pool. Booked a room that opened to pool but it did not secure pool chairs/spots. It was before check in and all pool chairs were taken. .

The coolest place ever

We love the hotel. It's beautiful, charming, and relaxed. Our room was eclectic, which we liked, but pretty cramped. The bathroom door creaked loudly, and the bathroom window was out of its channel and could not be reset, though it couldn't be forced open.

No hot water and no housekeeping.

Beautiful, unique property. Unusual decor, loved the balcony overlooking the pool. Surprising to find no luggage rack, iron but no ironing board, no tissue box, only 6 hangers and none for slacks or skirts, inconvenient way of turning on shower, and relatively poor lighting for putting on makeup, all amenities one expects to find in a 4-star hotel.

Amazing, celebrated my birthday here with girlfriends and it was everything and more!

So cute and perfect!!

Friendly and competent staff, nicely decorated hotel. Street parking a challenge in densely populated neighborhood. Overpriced but centrally located to freeways and attractions. Wouldn't stay here again.

Took my husband here for his bday. Felt like we were in Vegas. Dope experience! We didnt have to leave. Everything was there including a 24 hour diner!

Unique decor.

Loved it!

The music by the pool when we were there was awesome I loved the vibes everyone was jamming the pool service attendants were amazing! Girls trip and we had a complete blast!!

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Such a fun Hotel great food wonderful bars and tons of things to do . Fantastic pool wonderful rooms. Just so entertaining. Loved this Hotel

The aesthetic and atmosphere

Too many people

The service by restaurant/pool bar waitstaff was terrible. One server flat out said what did he care if someone didn't like his lack of service? He could care less. That was a recurring theme. Once they brought you a drink or food, you didn't see anyone for more than an hour unless you flagged them down. We only had one really nice, attentive waitress in the big inside bar. The food was hit or miss. Also, the place was teeming with incredibly obnoxious "influencers". It was hard to avoid their bright flash photography blinding you everywhere. The hotel itself was beautiful. I loved the decor. If you want a cool looking hotel/pool and you don't plan on eating or drinking there or if you don't care if you get super crappy service, then you might enjoy it. I would actually go again, but I would go somewhere else for every meal.

My friend and I enjoyed an awesome and relaxing time at the hotel. The pool was wonderful and the service through out the hotel was fantastic. My only complaint was the our A/c did have a little issue that was fixed, and also the walls being thin. You could hear people slamming doors and music from down stairs. All together everything was perfect and I can’t wait to come back!

Initially, I was unhappy with my stay due to my room being right above Lou Lou’s where a wedding was taking place. The walls and floor vibrated and rattled and the music was loud. I understand that this hotel is party hotel more than a relaxation hotel but the noise was too much especially being right above it. I told management and they moved me to a nice bungalow and made my stay complimentary which turned my negative experience into a positive one. Talk about customer satisfaction! I appreciate the accommodation.

Absolutely loved the boutique style hotel, the front desk staff was so sweet and they were awesome with accommodating us with a late check out while we finished some work. Would definitely recommend. :)

So unique!

A very and unique stay. Felt like an all inclusive vibe, where you dont need to leave the premises. Beautiful and detailed decor. Food was amazing. Bars everywhere:) A fantastic stay

Loved the decor and everything in between!

Amazing hotel full of restaurants and bars

Amazing time

The Lafayette has great style, solid 24-hour food, and amazing overnight staff — one even walked us to the elevator, which was a rare and appreciated gesture. Please give the guy a raise as I’ve never had that at a hotel. But for what I paid (about $490 total with room, valet, food, and one drink), it fell short on value. Valet isn’t 24/7, so we couldn’t get our luggage at check-in and had to track it down in the morning ourselves — despite already being charged for valet and the room. Food was tasty but not exactly what I ordered, and was left on the floor instead of on a cart. Espresso tonic in the café was great, but a little orange peel garnish would’ve made it special. Stirred a simple in-room drink, which was cool as I get to bartend in my room — just not $29 cool. For that price, I could’ve stayed at the Madonna Inn (which has free parking) and gotten a more complete, iconic experience. Who cares if it’s downtown — that shouldn’t justify premium pricing without premium service. Great hotel, but it needs better follow-through to match the cost. I’d stay again because I liked the vibe and staff, but it’s pricey. I hope next time I get to enjoy the pool, bowling, bars, and other amenities. Hopefully they up their game so the experience matches the cost.

i had previously been to the pool bar at the lafayette and since then have wanted to stay here. and i could not have made a better choice! we had a blast, went to Lou Lous, bowling, chilled at the pool, and never really had to leave the hotel. While on the pricer side, the charm and detail in each corner of this hotel makes it a truly magical and unique place. Will definitely stay here again, recommend 10/10.

This was a great experience from the moment I arrived until checkout. I will be back!

This is such a cool hotel! It has everything from a 24 hour diner, awesome Mexican restaurant, speakeasy style bar with games, a jazz club, super cool lobby car, pool and great pool bar / restaurant. The room and hotel decor is so unique! You don’t have to leave - it has it all!

The staff was very accommodating and friendly, the music in the diner and around the pool was too loud so it was hard to talk above it. The lighting inside some areas of the hotel was very dark making it hard to see in the lobby, restaurant and guest room. No room service available and ice available only in the lobby. The decor was around the hotel was very interesting. The food overall was very good.

Amazing attention to detail and guest services! Def recommend for an adult getaway!

This is a fun and funky, maximalist property. It is party central from 4pm to 1am. I would not recommend it if you are traveling with children. The diner is fantastic.

I absolutely love this place! Great food and great people all around

But the show-stopper is the mini bar inside the rooms. They are too incredible to perfectly describe but they include full bottles of every type of alcohol, vintage recipe cards, all the tools for making a perfect cocktail, all on an ornate cart with gold snakes as drawer handles. The rooms also have retro kettles and gorgeous glassware. It's so unique! One note - some of the rooms are so close to the club that the noise is deafening. Don't stay in these or you will be up all night!

The ambiance of the Lafayette was incredible - so trendy and loved all the restaurant/bar options at the hotel.

I really enjoyed it !! 😍

1-check and repair non-functional outlets in guests rooms 2-provide Kleenex 3-provide more than one tiny trash can in the bathroom - a larger one by the desk would be good.

The property is definitely worth a visit. It’s cool and funky, fun and energetic. I would caution that it’s not necessarily family friendly in that the pool is like that of the casino where a lot of people that are not staying there come to party loudly. The pool is very crowded. It’s a very hot spot to visit, which was not good for family. It wouldn’t be appropriate to have children Out there, especially on the weekends.

As guests in our 60s, we found ourselves significantly younger than most other visitors, who were mainly there for lively events. Multiple bachelorette parties took over the hotel, and by Friday evening, the entire lobby turned into a nightclub with loud music pounding from the basement. The atmosphere was far from quiet or peaceful, making it difficult to get any restful sleep. The front desk staff did their best, accommodating us by relocating us to the quietest room available, but overall it was still a disappointment in terms of noise and rest. Given its party-centered environment, the Lafayette Hotel and Club feels more like a nightclub with rooms rather than a relaxing hotel stay. Considering this, a rename would better reflect the hotel's true character, perhaps to something that highlights its nightlife focus rather than the more traditional "hotel and club" feel it currently presents.

This could be one of the best properties in California but it isn’t. The fact that the hotel and pool is opened massively to the public. The place gets overcrowded, messy, chaotic and unpleasant. Great place to party, not great place to stay. The whole hotels smells like a Frat party 24/7.

The attention to detail will blow your mind! The interior and exterior design will transport you! Highly recommended!

This was my first time to San Diego and the Lafayette team made it extra special. My partner and I stayed to celebrate our anniversary. We were pleasantly surprised when we received a room upgrade and bottle of champagne upon check in. I can’t wait to come back and stay again

The staff is doing the bare minimum, looks unprofessional, and the bathroom in the room smells like pee. When I asked the staff if they could clean it, they said they only refresh the room when you leave, so you will not have clean towels or sheets anytime soon. Super noisy. You can hear the jazz band playing in your room, and hear every conversation with your plug in your ears, courtesy of the hotel. The lame AC sounds too. Only you can sleep there while drunk. To check in or out is an adventure. The staff do not know or have ever seen what white glove treatment is; they do not believe in it, and they are too jealous to care. I went for the interior design, and that will never disappoint you. Another cool thing is the speakers in the room. No phone in the room. You need to use your phone to call or text them. They overcharge you in advance. You have to say WTH is this? Like I say, the staff have zero education of any type.

Amazing experience

amazing!

If it means anything to you there’s no room service or ice machines but those things are easy to look past.

The staff were extremely helpful

This hotel is geared to guests who want to party and not to tourists who want a quieter time. I knew the hotel had a ‘pool scene’ but I probably should have done my research to find out that tickets are sold to non guests to access the pool from 10am. At the weekend it’s rammed. This means if you check in on a Saturday you won’t get to your room till 4pm and there is no space by the pool. The partying goes on till around midnight on Saturday (they do provide ear plugs). As other reviews say the decor of the hotel is fabulous and the beds are comfy, the food is good and the service at the diner excellent. However they do not service the room and even when we asked they just replaced towels but not the water or the used coffee cups. Not a big deal except we’d paid over $500 pn. We requested a late check out for our last day so we could enjoy the pool as it was quieter on Monday morning, and even though their website says they will give these, we had to push hard to an extra hour. If you are staying Mon-Thurs the pool is lovely and the hotel scene is not overwhelming. But do not stay here at the weekend unless you are there to party. Expedia should make this clear in the description.

The Lafayette Hotel in San Diego is an absolute gem! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beautiful amenities and attention to detail. Everything you could possibly want is right on site—an amazing bar, a gorgeous pool with its own pool bar, a fantastic restaurant, a fun arcade, a well-equipped gym, and even a 24-hour diner. The 24-hour coffee was a lifesaver (and delicious!). Every corner of this hotel is thoughtfully designed and simply stunning. My best friend and I had such a beautiful trip here. It was truly an unforgettable experience that will stay with us forever. We can’t wait to come back!

Bizarre decor, shower to hard, constant partying around the pool, pool over crowded

10/10

It was a unique and beautiful Hotel, lots to do on property and close enough to many other attractions , the pool was warm and plenty of room to swim and enjoy! Thanks for a great time in San Diego!

Booked as a gift for daughter. They loved the hotel and all its amenities!

Beautiful hotel! And the staff was very sweet and helpful! I really can’t complain about much. We did stay in the most affordable room so it was probably too small for 4 people but a couple would be fine. Only other issue was TV glitching a lot. Other then those two minor things all was good!!

Everything was Fab

This is such a swanky and chic property. From the time you enter the lobby you are taken back with the old world decor. It has such an eclectic vibe and nostalgic feel. The decor is stunning and there is so much history here. It’s a must stay and play hotel. The rooms take you back in time but are very well kept and comfortable. The pool has an adult day party vibe with great music and attentive servers. There are plenty of bars, a 24 hr diner plus a separate yet onsite bowling alley with pool tables, basketball games and another bar. The lobby bar is a must with bar tenders that can make you any kind of drink you want! It’s a great place to sit, drink and people watch. We had a great time and will be back soon!

Every corner was perfect!

This hotel is amazing. The only thing I will say that personally I would have liked better is the pillows were too soft for my taste. And I would have liked a full length mirror.

Adorable bouquet hotel. Great Mexican restaurant connected. Fun bar with games downstairs. Wonderful staff

Beautiful and unique property. Lots of dining, bars and entertainment available on site. Enjoyed our entire weekend there and only left once for a planned dinner.

everyone was lovely the ambience is everything, definitely coming back.

Aside from that, excellent staff and beautiful property - we thoroughly enjoyed

Everything was excellent. The hotel itself is a trip!

Overall i would not be booking this hotel again, it was an experience as the hotel is historical, but for nearlt $300 a night it was below expectations and obverpriced when the main amenity wasnt avle to be used. Very disappointed as this was also by birthday trip.

The room itself was rather small but worked for an overnight stay. The bathroom was also very small and had no room to lay out bathroom accessories. The lack of the shower door also led to water coming out of the shower which was a mess. The valet fee of $38 was a bit excessive.

loved it

Best place, so many amazing small details. Great food

Excellent for celebration

Sweetest little boutique Hotel in San Diego. The rooms are absolutely adorable. The hotel staff is wonderful. the gutter is fun place to hang out. the Mexican restaurant attached with Oaxacan style food is great.

Great, trendy hotel. The staff is very nice and attentive, however no daily housekeeping till your 3rd full day. They do have a Concierge that you can text and they will bring you fresh towels, ice, or take out the trash. The rooms and restaurants are beautifully decorated. This is however not a quiet place, its busy and full of excitement. If you are looking for a quiet place, definitely not the place, but if you want night life and fun this is your place. I personally liked it and loved the decor and the restaurant options located right on the property. The only drawback is the fight for space at the pool. I was a guest and had to get up quite early to secure my lounger, mind you i had a pool access room. The hotel also sells day passes to the pool, so the pool at times can get very crowded. They do their best to keep up with the demand and they do have pool side service, if not you are always welcomed to walk up to the poolside bar. The hotel has fantastic dining options, Beginners diner, Quixote, Lou lou's bar( for drinks), and the Gutter for some fun and entertainment. Great place overall, only drawback is the pool chaos.

Such a unique hotel experience, incredible vibes

Very cool design and they were helpful when I asked to change rooms. But be prepared for a party hotel, probably my fault for not realizing that. Even after moving rooms the noise was really loud late into the night but at least we didn't hear the bowling. My main issue was the amenities, they are

Came for girlfriend's birthday and was one of the best stays we have ever had. Room was beautiful and clean, property was gorgeous, staff was very kind and helpful, and the dining options on-site were amazing snd surprisingly affordable. My personal favorite aspect was easily Beginner's diner's banana pudding French toast. As a diner and French toast fan, it was exactly what I was looking for. Make sure to get to the pool early to get a chair if thats your plan for the day. Check-in and check-out was incredibly easy and stress-free. Highly recommend for any occasion or just a simple overnight stay!

Great bar and pool!!! perfect for waiting for an early check in. Really cool vibe around the hotel and the room was awesome. Great mini bar options

The hotel spaces are amazing. The 24 hour diner might be one of the best in SoCal. The tapas restaurant was stellar, and like all things at this hotel a lot for the eye to take in. The maximalism of the hotel & rooms might be too much for some, others will find this a utopia. Also best assortment of alcohol in the mini bar was probably ever regardless of the price. Not a party hotel by any means, but definitely on the younger side/energy. Overall a great stay in a very California hotel away from the hustle & bustle of downtown or gas lamp.

There was also a constant sewer smell by the pool that was super unpleasant. I have a feeling the building in general has plumbing problems. The hotel may have been renovated (mostly re-decorated) but the pool is the same as it was 15 years ago. Also be prepared to share your pool time with people buying pool passes but not actually staying there. Finding a chair to sit in is cut throat. The pool was crowded and dirty both days we were there.

My six year old loves it.

We ha

They did a beautiful job renovating the Hotel for about 30 million dollars.. it’s beautiful and well appointed especially if you have a maximalist style like me. It’s too bad they spent zero dollars educating & training the staff! The Concierge upon check in was not friendly or welcoming at all! She never smiled once. When we arrived in the room I texted the Concierge for ice.. they took forever so we gave up and went to the pool. The pool was packed and they ran out of towels. I requested an iron/board to the room.. they stated they don’t have one. They said that there is a steamer in the closet.. there was but it didn’t work! I have never stayed in a hotel that didn’t have an iron/ board available. We had dinner at Quixote and it was excellent. Our waiter, Sean was lovely, very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu… he was friendly and smiled often unlike the Concierge. We went to Lou Lou’s to see the band.. bar staff there were not friendly or welcoming either. The room was clean and bed was comfortable but it was very loud & not conducive to sleep. We had breakfast the next morning at the Diner and our server, Taylor was excellent, friendly, welcoming and attentive. We checked out by 11:00 and again were treated like we didn’t matter! When I got home, I realized that I left my silk robe there.. I have called 10 times to retrieve it… no answer! They have not answered the phone all day!!! I spent a lot of $$$ so disappointed!

They don’t have a cleaning service for your room. They don’t make your beds however they will send you towels and take your trash. I found this inconvenient.

Their are no phones in room to call the desk for service. No service for room valet bags service. No amenities

The hotel is super nice and pretty the only downsides are the fact that you can only access the front desk through text and the fact that the hotel gives soooo many day passes for the pool that the people staying at the hotel can never actually get a chair and it’s super crowded. We would come down for breakfast at 10:30 and the pool would be packed

Such a beautiful and fun hotel

The food was great. The service was amazing and the hotel was very clean.

I had an amazing experience at the Lafayette. Being a native San Diegan, I would recommend this hotel to all my friends and family.

Extremely beautiful and unique boutique hotel

Room was thankfully very quiet and pretty comfortable. Staff was very friendly. Location is excellent. Room could use a few more amenities: full-length mirror, coffee pot or pot to boil water, luggage rack, box of tissues. Diner is fun and central bar is pretty and lively. Pretty much a big party, but again, was happy to have gotten a quiet room.

I will definitely stay there again . Just wonderful.

Beautiful renovation and attention to detail. Very crowded on the weekends and not enough pool chairs for guests. Go during the week if you want a more relaxing time.

One of the best hotel experiences of my life! You can tell by the photos, this place is lovely. Every element is thoughtful. Admittedly, I was worried that it was going to be all talk and no walk, but service was EXCELLENT. Worth every penny. Will be going again and recommending to friends.

wifi is a bit spotty and the room was a bit dark

Hotel was extremely understaffed. Bars had LONG queues and staff was visibly stressed. Hotel is NOT 4-star. No housekeeping, even on request. No room service. Standard room was full size bunk beds, NOT a double bed — thankfully the hotel moved us bigger.

Floors filthy. Can hear everyone¿s noise. Hallways smelling pot. Not ideal for those with kids.

Very good

Exceptional

iconic style and decor was very on trend loved the hi they did not disclose they were closing Sunday

The location and that all the rooms are not on top of each other

it is way past it’s time. I wish we would’ve known it was closing. They had no amenities. No ice. Ni wiFi. Nothing in the little shop. Very limited bar menu. Not clean…Wish them well in the new remodel. I’m sure it will be lovely when it reopens.

Big pool good for lap swimming and open at 7 am. No coffee the last day. The restaurant was closed and I was not informed beforehand that the hotel was closing and the restaurant would be closed on Sunday.

Cockroaches in rooms. Uncomfy, squeaky beds. Loud AC.

The pool was straight out of a Doris Day movie. Our room had a patio overlooking the pool which was lovely early morning. And, poolside cocktail service was a surprise treat. Bed was very plush and pillows comfortable. Location was wonderful. Everything needs paint. Rooms, corridors, lobby. No refrigerator or microwave in the room. When I arrived there was no shower curtain and the toilet roll holder was falling off the wall. Maintenance and curtain did come promptly which was a plus. The poolside music was loud for an afternoon nap but was off when we returned from dinner.

Construction going on right outside our room at 7:30am.

The common facilities were great (pool, lobby, restaurant)but the rooms were gross. Rooms were grungy and dirty. Empty spaces on the wall where pictures should have been. Overall gross. We actually cancelled our stay and went somewhere else. Hotel staff didn't seem surprised that we weren't happy there.

Bad

FALSE ADVERTISING, Don’t put a picture of the pen house bathtub with a regular suite. Being lied to.

dirty old not a good location

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Good

Cockroach in room. Interaction with front desk staff not great. Younger girls seemed annoyed when I asked for a pool wristband (which is their policy). Luckily the server at the pool caught us on our way out and mentioned to go back a grab a towel.

Hotel parking and the room air condition