The Lafayette Hotel and Club

Built in the wake of the city’s World War II boom, local entrepreneur Larry Imig’s motel – now the Lafayette Hotel and Club – stood out as an example of Colonial Revival and Neoclassical architecture that was rare in San Diego. The hotel, with its celebrated designer pool, quickly grew in status as a local and regional fixture. Star comedian Bob Hope owned one of the hotel’s penthouses, and many other famous entertainers and athletes came to the hotel to unwind. The hotel was even personally owned by Conrad Hilton and served as his headquarters for the San Diego Chargers.

Now, following a renewal in 2023 that was the most extensive since Hilton’s ownership, guests can enjoy the same facilities that were so celebrated decades ago, with engaging new additions. The hotel’s lush rooms and suites, along with many common areas, maintain their traditional ambiance with the added benefit of modernized amenities. These original offerings have been further augmented with new options for dining and sharing with friends and family. And of course, there’s always relaxing by the pool.