The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows (San Diego, US) from 223 £/night

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The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows - San Diego

2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92104·View on map

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Overview

Historic 1946 hotel with the iconic Weissmuller Pool and seven themed bars

Pool & Swim Club

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows San Diego features the outdoor Weissmuller Pool, designed by Olympic swimmer Johnny Weissmuller. Bungalow-style rooms provide direct access to this pool, and a pool bar serves tropical cocktails and snacks. Guests can also purchase pool memberships that grant entry to special summer events.

Dining & Bars

On-site dining includes HOPE 46, a 1950s-style diner open 24 hours, and Quixote, a Mexican restaurant with a mezcal-centric menu. The lobby bar offers New Orleans-style cocktails, while The Gutter serves craft drinks alongside two bowling lanes. A coffee bar in the lobby provides espresso, cortados, and pastries.

Rooms & Accommodations

Room types range from classic king rooms to poolside bungalows with balconies overlooking the pool. Each room includes a fully stocked in-room bar with spirits, tools, and cocktail cards. The Lafayette Hotel is pet-friendly and offers accommodations for families and business travelers.

Entertainment & Nightlife

The hotel houses seven bars, including Lou Lou's jazz club with live music, The Gutter bowling alley, and a pool bar. The Gutter also has pool tables, skee-ball, and basketball games. Historic photographs from the 1940s and 1950s are displayed throughout the property.

Location & Services

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows is 8 km from San Diego International Airport and a short walk from The Observatory North Park. Nearby attractions include San Diego Zoo (3 km) and Balboa Park (5 km). The hotel offers valet parking, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a fitness center.

Pool: Outdoor Weissmuller Pool designed by Johnny Weissmuller
Dining: 24-hour diner HOPE 46 and Mexican restaurant Quixote
Rooms: Poolside bungalows with direct pool access
Entertainment: Seven bars including jazz club and bowling alley
Services: Valet parking, concierge, 24-hour front desk
Location: 3 km from San Diego Zoo, 5 km from Balboa Park

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site at USD 22 per day.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Year renovated:2012

Number of rooms:133

Former name

Lafayette Hotel

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Rooms and availability

Classic Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed1 Double bed

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Room Mobility accessible

Max:

2 persons

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Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 22 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Solarium

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Snorkelling

Services

Valet parking
Housekeeping
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Solarium

Room features

Ironing facilities

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Essential information about The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

💵 Lowest room price	223 £
📏 Distance to centre	2.8 km
✈️ Distance to airport	8.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport	San Diego International, SAN

Location

2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92104

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2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92104

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2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92104

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Zoo

San Diego Zoo

2.4 km

Park

Old Trolley Barn Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Hillcrest

900 m

Museum

San Diego Museum of Man

2.8 km

Store

Sprouts Farmers Market

680 m

Museum

San Diego Natural History Museum

2.6 km

Parking area

North Park

2.1 km

Museum

USS Midway Museum

5.6 km

Landmark

Simply Local

1.3 km

Landmark

Maven

1.3 km

Church

Grace Church San Diego

910 m

Museum

San Diego Air & Space Museum

3.4 km

Landmark

AxeVentures Axe Throwing

1.2 km

Landmark

Spanish Village Art Center

2.5 km

Park

Morley Field Sports Complex

1.9 km

Museum

Marston House Museum

2.2 km

Landmark

AMC Mission Valley 20

1.6 km

Gallery

Protea Gallery

1.3 km

Shopping Area

Mission Valley Center

2.0 km

Museum

Fleet Science Center

2.7 km

Store

Barons Market North Park

1.7 km

Garden

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

2.3 km

Landmark

California Tower

2.8 km

Store

Whole Foods Market

1.8 km

Park

Bird Park

1.8 km

Landmark

Ace Hardware

1.6 km

Museum

Museum of Photographic Arts

2.8 km

Botanical Garden

Botanical Building

2.7 km

Museum

The San Diego Museum of Art

2.7 km

Museum

J.A. Cooley's Automotive Musuem

550 m

Restaurant

Hope 46

0 m

Restaurant

Red Fox Room

30 m

Restaurant

Pomegranate Restaurant

220 m

Restaurant

Negociant Urban Winery

240 m

Restaurant

Harar Ethiopian Restaurant

280 m

Restaurant

Pizzeria Bruno Napoletano

610 m

Restaurant

Big Front Door

830 m

Restaurant

Hundred Proof

820 m

Restaurant

Parkhouse Eatery

1.1 km

Reviews of The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

7.6 /10

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FAQ about The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows?

You can visit Fleet Science Center, placed about 25 minutes' walk from the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows or Museum of Photographic Arts, which is 2.9 km away.

What is the nearest airport to the 3-star The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows?

San Diego International airport lies within 10 km of the 3-star The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.

Does the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel have a car parking on site?

Guests of the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel can take advantage of parking.

What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-bar Red Fox Room offering American cuisine.

Does the hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 3-star The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel?

Guests of the 3-star The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does a room at The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel cost?

The price for a room in The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel starts at $184.

What are the room types offered by the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel?

The The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows hotel provides such room types as King Room, Deluxe Queen Suite, and Deluxe King Suite.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Every room at the hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a safe box for guests' security.

Is swimming pool available at the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows?

Yes, the The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows features a swimming pool.