Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide

Lafayette

A swamp with large cypress trees and water reflecting their trunks.
A church interior with wooden pews, stained glass windows, and a central altar.
A public park with a colorful water fountain, benches, and palm trees.
A pedestrian street lined with trees and shops.
A large red brick building with a central archway and a statue in front.

Stay near popular Downtown Lafayette attractions

A church interior with stained glass windows, altar, and pews.

Cathedral of St John

8.8/10 (150 reviews)
This centuries-old cathedral is famous for its Romanesque architecture, beautiful stained-glass windows, ancient oak tree and museum of religious relics.
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Top hotels in Downtown Lafayette

The Juliet Hotel

The Juliet Hotel

3 out of 5
800 Jefferson St Lafayette LA
The price is ฿3,404 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿3,404
฿3,914 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (838 reviews)
"If you want an Old World hotel that is located in the heart of downtown, then this is great. But it’s old and would need a major renovation to get up to the standards of the Major brands by Marriott, Hilton etc."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Juliet Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette

4 out of 5
1521 W Pinhook Rd Lafayette LA
The price is ฿2,941 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,941
฿3,382 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge).
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 ฿2,698 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,698
฿3,103 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,111 reviews)
"Very helpful and cordial staff."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lafayette Oil Center
Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport

3 out of 5
702 E Kaliste Saloom Rd Lafayette LA
The price is ฿2,487 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿2,487
฿2,873 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Wingate by Wyndham Lafayette Airport
Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA

Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA

3 out of 5
120 Alcide Dominique Lafayette LA
The price is ฿3,848 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿3,848
฿4,541 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay

Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay

2.5 out of 5
807 Hugh Wallis Rd S Lafayette LA
The price is ฿2,546 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,546
฿2,928 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lafayette. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Sonesta ES Suites Lafayette Airport Extended Stay
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Where to stay in Downtown Lafayette

Find the best Downtown Lafayette areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A lake with trees partially submerged in water, surrounded by a clear blue sky.

River Ranch

River Ranch might not have many top sights, but Thomas Park and Topgolf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A cemetery with tombstones, trees, and a pathway.

Freetown - Port Rico

Though Freetown - Port Rico may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of Acadiana.

A dense swamp with tall trees and a calm water body.

McComb-Veazey

While there might not be top attractions in McComb-Veazey, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galeries Lafayette Shopping Center and Children's Museum of Acadiana.

A green fountain with three tiers in a brick circular basin, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.

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.

Downtown Lafayette Travel Guide