Lafayette, LA

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Lafayette

Find the best Lafayette areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Lafayette

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, Children's Museum of Acadiana and Cathedral of St John are top sights worth seeing.

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Sterling Grove Historic District

If you're spending time in Sterling Grove Historic District, you might enjoy its live music and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center or Children's Museum of Acadiana.

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River Ranch

While River Ranch might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thomas Park and Grand Marche Shopping Center.

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Freetown - Port Rico

While Freetown - Port Rico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Children's Museum of Acadiana and Cathedral of St John.

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McComb-Veazey

When in McComb-Veazey, you can plan a visit to Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is AED 328 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
AED 328
AED 378 total
20 Sep - 21 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"Extra help in the restaurant. One of the staff was extremely rude (Caucasian male) and not helpful but everyone else were great and the hotel was clean and serviced well. The bartender service was excellent."

Reviewed on 26 August 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center

3 out of 5
1321 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is AED 301 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
AED 301
AED 346 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lafayette by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lafayette by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3903 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Lafayette LA
The price is AED 301 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
AED 301
AED 346 total
24 Sep - 25 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Lafayette by IHG
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Enclave 1 Bedroom Suites

Enclave 1 Bedroom Suites

3 out of 5
110 Winged Elm Ln Lafayette LA
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Village at Southpark Shopping Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Very nice facility and exactly as described. Received door code about 30 minutes before I got there and received precise instructions on how to leave it. Also a very fair price and convenient location. I will certainly book again."

Reviewed on 26 August 2026

Enclave 1 Bedroom Suites
Enclave 2 Bedroom Luxury Homes

Enclave 2 Bedroom Luxury Homes

3 out of 5
400 Highland Oaks Ln Lafayette LA
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions The Village at Southpark Shopping Center ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Very nice and close to stores and restaurants. Very nice neighborhood."

Reviewed on 24 August 2026

Enclave 2 Bedroom Luxury Homes
Cute & Cozy Modern Cottage on Bayou; Central Lafayette

Cute & Cozy Modern Cottage on Bayou; Central Lafayette

Lafayette LA
Stay at this cottage in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Acadian Village Shopping Center and Ostrich Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"The Azalea cottage is perfect for the two of us and the dog. It is hidden away right on the bayou, but also clise to everything we needed. With the neighboring Evangeline house, it would be perfect for a family gathering. Everything was clean and ready for us. Check-in and check-out were super easy. ..."

Reviewed on 11 August 2026

Cute & Cozy Modern Cottage on Bayou; Central Lafayette
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Lafayette attractions

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette

8.6/10 (816 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Louisiana at Lafayette, during your trip to Lafayette. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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