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Smart Stay Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lafayette with free parking

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Front of property
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Explore the area

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1620 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA, 70506
  • Place, Dorsey Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Moore Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Northgate Mall Shopping Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lafayette, LA (LFT-Lafayette Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Lafayette hotel include West End Park and Saint Anthony Park.

What's nearby

  • Dorsey Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moore Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Saint Anthony Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Northgate Mall Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • J W James Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Stay Inn on 26 Jan 2026 start from AU$91.56, 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

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 474 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kali

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

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty Coach roach leg on our towel Hole on the top of the comforter Hole in the ceiling Only 1 set of towels No shower curtain n couldn't get ine til the following morning The hand rail in the shower was only hung on by one side My sons door didnt close completely unless locked
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was filthy. Toothbrush under the bedside table, holes and stains on sheets, pool had black water, trash in parking lot, no cups or trash can in the room. Floor was disgusting. So awful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Macon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, lots of parking for a trailer and staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I never have any problems or issues when I stay at the Smart Stay Inn. It is my hotel of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Adam

Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Very affordable but also a bit sketchy with some other people outside smoking and trucks coming and going
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duwayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business trip

Professional staff with clean rooms that are nice and modern. A plesant surprise and a good value for the price. Truck parking is available.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Disliked: Staff & service
We didnt even stay there. I got lost and no one would answer the phone to help me get to the hotel.😪
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ahmed, Houston

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room , holes and hair on the sheets , it was very bright on the window i couldn't sleep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenyetta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very friendly and polite. Don't judge a book by its cover. The outside might look like it's ran down but the room was very clean. The covers were clean just stained. Other than that I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My 1st choice hotel

I stay at Smart Stay frequently. I never have any problems and I’m never disturbed by anyone or anything in or around the property. It is my 1st choice hotel whenever I come to Lafayette.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

English

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Price was reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025