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Smart Stay Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lafayette with free parking
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Bathroom
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Explore the area

Map
1620 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA, 70506
  • Northgate Mall Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moore Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lafayette

At Smart Stay Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Dorsey Park and Donlon Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Added amenities include a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Lafayette hotel include University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Cajundome.

What's nearby

  • Moore Park - 6 min drive
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 7 min drive
  • Cajundome - 7 min drive
  • Girard Park - 7 min drive
  • Cajun Field - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Lafayette Station - 5 min drive
  • Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlies Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kevin's Seafood - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Smart Stay Inn

Hotel in Lafayette with free parking
As a guest of Smart Stay Inn, you'll find a vending machine and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Smart Stay Inn was completed in August 2023.

This Lafayette hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • No smoking on site
Smart Stay Inn offers 122 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 423-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Lafayette hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 423-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 40 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 60.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 83-3598430

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Smart Stay Inn Hotel
1620 N University Ave
Smart Stay Inn Lafayette
Smart Stay Inn Hotel Lafayette

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Smart Stay Inn?

Smart Stay Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Smart Stay Inn?

As of 31 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Stay Inn on 2 Feb 2025 start from NZ$128.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Smart Stay Inn?

Yep, Smart Stay Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Smart Stay Inn?

No, Smart Stay Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Smart Stay Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Smart Stay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 275 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
average
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Standard place, it was alright
Not bad place, pretty standard, bed was high, I had to climb up(!) but comfortable, although the fitted sheet was too small and wouldnt stay on, it barely covered the bed! Shower was hot. No tea/coffee facilities in the room but you can get them between 6-11am, and the train line is across the road so you do hear them rolling through every 10-20 minutes from about 4:30am, well that’s when I first heard them anyway.
Stags out front
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ll stay here again!
Comfortable bed & room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was a bit sketchy, but I never felt unsafe. I was woken up several time during the 3 nights with sirens- which I know they couldn't do anything about. We didn't always have hot water. Which after being at a festival all day sweating and hair full of dust was irritating. The bathtub had been painted and was peeling. The room was clean, bedding and floors clean. Owners were very friendly and pleasant. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

WEICHENG

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very nice stay. Could use some minor cleaning. Ice machine is in an inconvenient spot. The neighborhoods close to the hotel look pretty rough. For the price it was a very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ileana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente servicio
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Staff & service
Basic as, but good enough
Basic and reasonable, but what is it with American motels not mopping the floor! Anyway this place is basic, convenient to highway, and room was quiet. There was ok room service for a 2 night stay, but the guy who checked us in was very helpful and gave us some restaurant/bar suggestions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, comfortable and freshly remodeled. The clerk and staff were appreciative and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bed was comfortable. In general, the room was very nice & clean, but the tub had a lot of rust spots & there were a lot of little pieces of napkins & trash, etc.on the grass areas and in the parking lot. I would stay there again, but would like them to fix the tub and clean up debris outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
only issue we had was the room was damp. not sure if this is an air conditioning issue, but we noticed our clothes after hanging in the room for over 24 hours, were all damp. other than that, great room, great people working there, and everyone staying were nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittney

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Troy

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We didn't like how clean the bed was, then my wife notices something sticking out under the bed. So we slide the bed to the side and there was filthiness all under the bed. Told management and they gave us another room and the same filthiness under that bed. Send a straw and plastic bag someone had use to do drugs. The man who probably own it came and send it and said he was so sorry. He open another room and said please stay. My wife slide that bed to the side and filthy to. I have photos. They need to shut that motel down and really clean under the beds and a good cleaning to all of the rooms. The rooms are remodeled. It is just the nastiness and it ain't acceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

APRIL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodating and Friendly
The room could use a little TLC but was clean, comfortable and suited my needs. The staff was amazing! They accommodated my need for an early check in and were very friendly. Check in and check out were quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Tamika

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk agent was nice upon check in then after advising him of the initial room we checked into conditions, he began to be rude. There was hair and cobwebs everywhere and the towels were dirty. There was food behind the bed as well ass food stains on the floor.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Efrem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Y
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The first two nights were okay but the third night wasn't manger banned us after we asked for clean sheets because of bugs in the bed, we were told housekeeping wasn't available until morning so naturally we asked for a different room upon attempting to check-in the following day we were notified we were banned as per management
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed was comfortable, the room was clean, and the ac was cold. It looks a little sketchy from the outside but I ended up staying three nights. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024