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Smart Stay Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Lafayette with free parking

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, a smaller bed, and a desk with a flat-screen TV.
Comfortable room with two single beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.
Guests can enjoy a convenient stay in this motel with a central atrium and accessible parking.
Bathroom features a shower enclosure, grab bar, and toilet with a convenient towel rack.
Guests can park adjacent to the building under a covered walkway.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July

Room options

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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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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 - 4.4 km
  • Cajundome - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cajun Field - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Girard Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 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 remodelled in 2023 and located near University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
  • A vending machine
  • 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

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

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

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 17 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart Stay Inn on 22 July 2025 start from AU$117.05, 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.

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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 402 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This hotel was amazing! Reasonable pricing! Nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Conveniently located. Good bang for your buck!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

Overall it was a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

It was ok. Priced about right for 3 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

It was a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Cheap and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10

Worst property I’ve ever stayed at! Room was fine but very basic. Property looked like it was abandon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

It was quite and very close to I-10 like I wanted it to be.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Staff was polite
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10

Room was dirty and the bathroom have hair on the floor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10

The bed linen was full of hair - I’m unsure if it were rodent hair or human. I checked out two hours after checking in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Perfect for one night stay, newly renovated and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff was friendly. Room was clean, bed was very comfortable and it was quiet during the night. Rooms had been recently remodeled.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10

The rooms was remodeled but the staff didn't bring towels nor clean daily
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Roaches in the rooms. Trash in the parking lot everywhere and the bed sheets had a stain on them.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

There was front desk personnel available 24/7. I have no complaints with the facility.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They are well on their way to renovating the facilities. Our room was clean, the beds were firm, the sheets and comforter were quality products, and the AC had to be turned up so we weren’t too cold. This place is a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10

This was not a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025