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The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows
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University Heights, San Diego
"amazing package option for the Mississippi Room!"(2 Tips)
"I love the neighborhood vibes and cute vintage feel."(2 Tips)"Poolside room was given to me because I asked for a good view."(3 Tips)
"This place is hip, dapper, nostalgic and awesome!"(3 Tips)
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Adan MedinaDecember 22, 2013Poolside room was given to me because I asked for a good view. Front desk attendant was extremely nice. I will definitely be staying here when I return. Only small problem was the thin walls. Awesome.
Steve MurphyApril 3, 2014The staff at the front desk and at the restaurant were very friendly and helpful. They gave me ideas as to what to do with my trip to San Diego while I was there. They were a great team.
- Brea SimpsonFebruary 28, 2022My new fav hotel in SD. I love the neighborhood vibes and cute vintage feel.
- JoanneSeptember 9, 2012This place is hip, dapper, nostalgic and awesome! My tub fills when Im taking a shower, but really, least of my problems! Bar, pool, and good company! Nice staff too
A trendy retro style hotel with a huge swimming pool. Very well appointed and regularly has good shows in the Mississippi Room.
Ed BelmonteAugust 12, 2015Great pool parties, nice crowd, the pool is the best, rent a room and enjoy the day!
TriburbanMarch 13, 2013Every room has a designated movies tar. We stayed in the Jimmy Stewart room. Very clean and the bath soaps are fantastic!!
Alex HennesseyNovember 9, 2015Cool 1940s-1950s vibe; decent drinks. Interesting guests make for good people watching
Amanda FoleyOctober 26, 2016A nice (but slightly pricey) place to hang by the pool for the day, if you'd like.
A lot of fun to be had in this somewhat campy hotel from the 40s. The Johnny Weismuller designed pool is a constant party.
- Kate GlennJanuary 26, 2013Best Venue for Vintage Wedding Receptions with amazing package option for the Mississippi Room!
JonesMay 21, 2022Yea the vintage feel and pool scene are nice. Rooms are lacking though. Refreshed with paint but still outdated. Also no fridge in the rooms
Fun hotel. Chic feel. Great pool... they just haven't figured out the customer service side of things..
Awesome funky little hotel, get a pool suite if you can swing it!
Hudson SutlerJuly 20, 2017This place is a cross between a Motel 6 and the Beverly Hills Hotel... the result is an Ace Hotel type of experience. Read more
Kayla B.July 28, 2011Hotel has lots of history and so much potential, but is in need of serious updating. However, rooms were clean, staff was nice, and pool was great.
The Blues Specters Band is the house band!!! Come by and see me sing the damn blues baby!!!!!!!!
Ask for Christelle, the Asst. G.M., the best in the business. She will take care of you. This hotel has history. You can feel it
Don't bring your own beer, they take it, but its cool for them to have pint glasses around the pool.
Leo VirgoDecember 29, 2011Keep activities towards the center of the bed to avoid tipping the mattress over.
ElleDecember 28, 2012Maids are SO loud in the morning. "Por vida!" Nice beds tho. Restrooms are not private at all. Checkers were fun tho. Walls are thin.
Rick SmithOctober 24, 2010Though it is a historical place, it is far from its glamour days. Beds are saggy, no hot water and no internet in the room!
Sydney The SquidSeptember 28, 2010This pool is nasty. Yeastiness and pregnancies via the unwashed hipsters that swim here.
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The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows
2223 El Cajon Blvd (at Louisiana St)
San Diego, CA 92104
United States
San Diego, CA 92104
United States
Located in San Diego’s North Park district, this historic boutique hotel features charming rooms and suites, event space, and outdoor pool.
Open (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(619) 296-2101
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
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"I think this place has a lot of unfair reviews. I found beautiful spaces, gardens and pools, pretty ok food at the restaurant, enjoyable vintage atmospheric music and really nice rooms."
Abraham Morales - 8.8
"Hip, awesome hotel on Pacific Beach. Terrific water views, and the restaurant is great (try the Lobster club sandwich)."
Roger Ehrenberg - 8.0
"Get the pork confit starter. Comes w polenta and greens w cranberrys Big enough to share, or as a small meal"
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