Lafayette, LA

Travel Guide

Lafayette showing a bar and night scenes as well as a small group of people
Lafayette which includes a city as well as a small group of people
Photo provided by Philip Gould /Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
Lafayette showing bird life and a pond
Photo provided by Denny Culbert/Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission

Where to stay in Lafayette

Lafayette which includes food

Downtown Lafayette

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lafayette, The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lafayette
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River Ranch

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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 Grand Marche Shopping Center and Acadiana Mall.

River Ranch
The last free standing Borden's ice cream shop in the US.

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 Alexandre Mouton House and The Acadiana Center for the Arts.

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Sterling Grove Historic District

Downtown Lafayette's historic district boasts 43 contributing properties, including the Charles H. Mouton House and Saint Genevieve Church. Explore the area's rich history, dating back to 1848, amidst charming residences.

Sterling Grove Historic District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA
The price is SAR 411 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
SAR 411
SAR 473 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff at the hotel are absolutely the best! Very friendly and helpful. The dining options were also great. The rooms are slightly dated, but were very clean and certainly nothing of concern. This is my third stay."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
2.5 out of 5
1321 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA
The price is SAR 318 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 318
SAR 365 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Always stay here when in Lafayette staff is super friendly bery clean room and comfy beds"

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Comfort Suites Oil Center
Comfort Suites Oil Center
2.5 out of 5
114 Rue Fernand, Lafayette, LA
The price is SAR 334 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 334
SAR 384 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (880 reviews)
"Will definitely stay again when I visit the area."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Comfort Suites Oil Center
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.
Brand New, Modern home  In The Heart Of Lafayette
Brand New, Modern home In The Heart Of Lafayette
Lafayette
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cajundome and Beaullieu Park are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great house and location
"House was brand new and really nice. Couple of minor issues that the host responded to immediately! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 5 November 2024

Brand New, Modern home In The Heart Of Lafayette
Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
Lafayette
Stay at this cottage in Lafayette. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Cajundome and Acadian Village Shopping Center are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Plenty of Room to Play
"We came with the kids and the dog for Thanksgiving break. We picked this house because it said it was on the water and 2.5 acres. It did not disappoint! The dog loved having all that room to run and fetch. The kids loved that there was a kayak rental on site and were able to kayak down the river. ..."

Reviewed on 3 December 2024

Spacious, Waterfront Cottage + 2.5 Acres on BAYOU in the HEART of Lafayette!
LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed,  comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed, comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
Lafayette
Stay at this vacation home in Lafayette. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cajundome and Woodland Village Shopping ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Concert Get away
"House was very clean, beds were comfortable, located in a central area. Just didn’t realize it was a unit in a complex of townhouses. Host was very nice day to communicate with and LOVED no chores!"

Reviewed on 9 April 2025

LALALAND -2 master suites, king bed, comfort & location “No chores” at checkout
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.

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