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Smart Stay Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lafayette with free parking

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
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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 current price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

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1620 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA, 70506
  • Moore Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cajundome
    ‪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
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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

  • Cathedral of St John - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Moore Park - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Cajundome - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cajun Field - 8 min drive - 8.7 km

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

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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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Stay Inn on 13 Apr 2025 start from AU$113.43, 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. 159 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 320 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Review of Smart Stay Inn in Lafayette, LA
Not what i expected. Limited amenities. No tissue in room , no breakfast. Could put a couple of bottled waters in room for coffee. Room had slight odor, like urine smell upon arrival. Lysol took care of. Total bill was to be 76.00 but in checking charge from Hotel.com it charged me 79.81, WHY THE EXTRA INCREASE?.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Some improvements needed
The hotel room needed a couple of chairs and maybe a table, also a larger wastebasket. There was food left in the freezer of the refrigerator from a previous guest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First room someone had smoked. Asked for another room. Second room tub was full of blood. Left and booked a room at another hotel. Area was also not safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sara, Houston

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were greeted by very gracious, friendly staff and there is easy parking. That said, I have to be honest and state the reason the parking is easy is that the motel is the only thing around. It is quiet because there isn’t anything to bother you. When we pulled in, we were a little uncomfortable, but it was completely fine. The room was lovely! New furniture, comfortable bed. Mini fridge with actual small freezer with its own door. New flooring. There were two things that kept us from giving 5 stars. The room had a very distinct smoke smell. It was not overpowering, but you could tell it had been covered up when renovated instead of ripped out. The bathtub had been painted instead of replaced. We slept well and checked out easily. Hopefully they will correct these issues and you will have a 5 star stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I was disappointed about was the tub had a lil rust but the room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and bathrooms are excellent, no blocked drains in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briya

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luther

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No cameras in property parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of their way to allow early check in without extra charge
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Manuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible
I booked that place due to its reviews which are probably fake. I booked a non-smoking room. The room I got smelled like a ashtray. It was dirty. Sticky floor in the bathroom, for sure it was not cleaned. There was even blood on the door frame to the bathroom, which has been tried clean off. When I wanted to ask for another room, no one was at the front desk available. I just left the place then and looked somewhere else to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time we've stayed here, and may be our new go-to stay when visiting family in Lafayette. In a neighborhood right off of the highway, so it's very easy to get places while still offering cleanliness, simplicity, quiet and seclusion
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean with a remodeled bathroom. The sheets were clean and the bed was comfortable. A lot of space for parking. Truck parking for Truckers that is passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

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

8/10 Good

andony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

grace

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a couple fighting the whole night and the cops were called … The property did not do any housekeeping the whole 4 days I was there ( not even trash ) when we arrived they clearly did not clean the room from the person before us there was food left in the refrigerator!! Definitely don’t stay here if you like to be clean and safe .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Desk person was very nice. Bathtub peeling. No outside trah cans.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024