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

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows - A Historic North Park Hotel with Olympic Pool and Classic American Dining

Located in San Diego's vibrant North Park district, The Lafayette Hotel stands as a restored historic landmark featuring the iconic Weissmuller Pool, designed in 1946 by five-time Olympic gold medalist Johnny Weissmuller. This 3-star San Diego hotel preserves its 1940s and 1950s heritage through vintage photography displays in the lobby, pool area, and Mississippi Ballroom. The property houses HOPE 46 restaurant, serving classic American cuisine in an unpretentious setting. Five distinct event spaces include the Mississippi Ballroom with 300-person capacity and a 2,025-square-foot venue overlooking the pool. Guest rooms feature high-speed WiFi, flat-panel TVs, and modern amenities. The hotel sits 6 miles from San Diego International Airport and 1.5 miles from San Diego Zoo. Within 0.5 miles, guests can access J.A. Cooley's Automotive Museum, Sprouts Farmers Market, and multiple dining options including Red Fox Room and Steakhouse, Eclipse Chocolate Bar & Bistro, and Mama's Bakery & Deli.

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows: Pros

- Historic Red Fox House features authentic English pub decor - Summer membership program offers 100 days of pool and fitness center access - Located in a neighborhood with art installations, craft breweries, and the Observatory North Park theatre - 180-square-foot meeting room equipped with latest A/V technology

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows: Cons

- 6 miles from San Diego International Airport - Pool access limited to specific seasonal periods

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Getting around

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City Center
San Diego 1.7 mi
Airports
San Diego International (SAN) 5.2 mi
El Cajon (CJN) 12.9 mi
Train
Coaster Santa Fe Station 3.1 mi
Santa Fe Depot 3.2 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Baggage storage
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Wind surfing
  • Snorkeling

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Stores/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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Location

2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92104
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2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States of America, 92104
Nearby
Museums
J.A. Cooley's Automotive Musuem
1900 ft
Restaurants
Pizzeria Luigi
500 ft
2121 El Cajon Blvd
Mama's Bakery & Deli
700 ft
4237 Alabama St
Denny's
900 ft
2445 El Cajon Blvd
Mystic Mocha
2000 ft
2105 Mission Avenue
Pop Pie Co
2500 ft
4404 Park Blvd
Roberto's
2200 ft
2744 El Cajon Blvd Between Idaho Street & Oregon Street
Olympic Cafe
2800 ft
2310 University Avenue
Colima's Mexican Food
2700 ft
2302 University Ave
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