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 Moncus Park.

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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.

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 327 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
AED 327
AED 376 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,093 reviews)
"It was fine"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is AED 311 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
AED 311
AED 358 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,011 reviews)
"The Doubletree in Lafayette is always very clean. The staff is polite and very helpful. My room was excellent. I believe I was on the sixth floor very near the elevator, which is what I love! And again it is a great multipurpose hotel, it’s great for business trips, great for solo trips, and great ..."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
Staybridge Suites Lafayette by IHG

Staybridge Suites Lafayette by IHG

3 out of 5
129 E Kaliste Saloom Rd Lafayette LA
The price is AED 398 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
AED 398
AED 457 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (854 reviews)
"Friendly staff. VERY clean property."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Staybridge Suites Lafayette by IHG
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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.
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 Cajundome and The Village at Southpark Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"One of the best places I've stayed while visiting home!"

Reviewed on 2 June 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Property was perfect for our family!"

Reviewed on 24 June 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 Cajundome and Acadian Village Shopping Center are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Cozy, within a good location!
"Cozy and quaint, but convenient location to everything one could need for an awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 16 June 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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