Lafayette Hotel & Suites - Overview

Conveniently located to all shopping, entertainment and business areas, the historic Lafayette Hotel & Suites is, indeed, the best lodging choice in San Diego. We are just minutes from the beaches, shopping at Mission Valley and Fashion Valley Malls, historic Old Town and Gaslamp districts, Coronado Island, Sea World, the San Diego Convention Center, downtown San Diego and Mexico. San Diego Airport is minutes away, as well as the many restaurants, clubs and shopping venues of Hillcrest.

Built in 1946, the Lafayette has been the site of historical glamour, and offers a unique change from a typical hotel experience. Among its famous guests were Bob Hope, Lana Turner, Ava Gardner and Betty Grable. Inside, the Mississippi Ballroom took center stage where Hollywoods stars came to dance the night away.

To this day, guests can take a dive in the Olympic-size pool, designed by Johnny Weissmuller. The hotel offers two restaurants and a lounge, which include the newly built L Bar and Grill and Poolside Terrace off the main lobby, as well as the locally famous Red Fox restaurant, with its 16th-century Tudor artifacts and popular piano bar.

The hotel is ideally situated in North Park, just east of Balboa Park, and the adjacent neighborhood of Hillcrest. Our location is minutes from the San Diego Zoo and Fashion Valley and Mission Valley Malls, as well as Qualcomm Stadium. We are less than 4 miles from downtown San Diego and the exciting Gaslamp District and Petco Park.

For business or leisure, the discerning traveler wil enjoy a comfortable stay, complemented by gracious service and facilities, which include a business center, exercise room, complimentary breakfast, free daily newspaper and free high-speed Internet access.