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Smart Stay Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lafayette with free parking

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Smart Stay Inn offers a welcoming atmosphere steps from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, extended parking, and reliable in-room WiFi. The smoke-free environment creates a comfortable base for exploring the area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM225
RM272 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

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

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
1620 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA, 70506

What's nearby

  • Moore Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Louisiana at Lafayette - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cathedral of St John - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cajundome - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Cajun Field - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Smart Stay Inn

Hotel remodelled in 2023 and located near Cajundome
Smart Stay Inn provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 122 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 423-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Renovated entire property - August 2023
  • Smoke-free property

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 18 kg per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended

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 at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 83-3598430

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is Smart Stay Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Stay Inn on 19 Nov 2025 start from RM 225.37, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Smart Stay Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Smart Stay Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 40.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Smart Stay Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 60.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Smart Stay Inn located?

Situated in Lafayette, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Dorsey Park and Donlon Park. West End Park and Saint Anthony Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Smart Stay Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 455 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very enjoyable stay. Rooms very clean and good size. Should have a table in room,!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edmond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice TV
See BELOW
Cobwebs behind door
Rat droppings
JUST NASTY
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing! Reasonable pricing! Nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bernardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs and roaches
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for one night stay, newly renovated and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, broken down and no toilet paper!! No staff onsite to help either!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay...

It was a great stay i enjoyed the hotel very much.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations. Great place to stop sleep and go would recommend to anyone that is in this area and looking for a great hotel for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac was cold, plenty of space in the parking lot, and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified 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

10/10 Excellent

CDebra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great great stop
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Kereth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Adequate. The price was right and the staff were friendly and capable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at this hotel. Truly a hidden Gem
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Derix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not bad for a motel

We were on a weekend ball trip with my daughter. It was good for one night and very clean and remodeled rooms. Outside environment was a bit sketchy but we didn’t have any issues
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was front desk personnel available 24/7. I have no complaints with the facility.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thaer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, calm and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management is amazing and room was very clean and updated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great except the shower/tub was peeling away with huge metal rust spots on the bottom that kept us from using it during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelle

👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025