Is parking available at the hotel?

Free self-parking is available on-site. The parking is limited but convenient for guests.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Breakfast is not specifically mentioned, but guests can grab a bite from the snack bar/deli available on-site.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 25 per pet, which may vary based on the length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is situated in the heart of Lafayette, within a 10-minute drive of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Girard Park. Nearby attractions include Beaullieu Park (1.0 mi), Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital (1.1 mi), and Topgolf (1.2 mi).

What are the policies for children staying at the hotel?

Children are allowed at the hotel, and there is no mention of a minimum age for staying for free.

Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch

Average nightly price at Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$78
February	$103
March	$99
April	$97
May	$89
June	$88
July	$94
August	$75
September	$76
October	$93
November	$86
December	$75

What guests think

At Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch by IHG, travelers praise friendly staff, generally clean, spacious suites with kitchens, and a convenient location, while others report inconsistent housekeeping, pet-related odors or dampness, occasional pests, and tricky parking or entrance access.

Noise impressions vary: some found it quiet, others heard hallway or traffic noise. Overall, expect an extended-stay style experience rather than a full-service hotel.

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Facilities

Pet friendly environment noted by several guests; parking can be tight and the entrance is awkward to access.

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Shauna

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The outside of the hotel left little to be desired. Upon checking in, I found out that they had remodeled and just reopened 2 days prior. Trees had just been removed from the front and that was why the parking lot had work trucks and was messy. The rooms were very nice and clean. The hallways were lit well. The staff was pleasant and very friendly. I would recommend and would stay again.

6

Rachel

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room wasnt super clean when i arrived but an ok hotel. Convenient location just busy busy and not alot of parking.

8

William

Jun 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had some great Cajun food and met some nice folks in the gazebo. Overall a good stay.

8

Nicola

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

If you have a dog this is an awesome choice. I did not and the dog next door whined for two days. The hotel is in an excellent location. Tiffany on night duty was absolutely amazing- loved her. I had a safe and trouble free stay. Would definitely return.

10

John

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is well kept and offers a great value. Aside from access issue, location is great.

10

Amari

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking is terrible after a certain time at night. There’s literally no where to park so you have to park in Dairy’s Queen parking lot. But besides that the hotel is lovely and very clean.

10

Miranda

Jun 10, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Pet friendly! And Staff friendly and go above and beyond to help with anything you need!

8

Brandi

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is nice, our room was a good size. Lobby is small,we had a team staying for regionals so the kids didn’t have a big hang out area inside but they made due and the staff was great

6

Tina

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There were a lot of people that seemed to be living there and making it like home. Drinking and smoking in the stairwell, dogs, barking, people with the doors open cooking and having gatherings. People up all during the night like it was an apartment complex where people lived having a party.

8

Sarah

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was convenient and seemed safe. It has a difficult entrance for cars, however.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe the hotel and rooms as clean, but there are recurring reports of inconsistent housekeeping, odors or dampness (often pet-related), and occasional mold or pests.

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NaToya

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean

4

adrienne

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room not properly cleaned. Found used condom by the dresser and I have a toddler that moves around quickly.

2

Edward

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Allow pets in hotel and rooms were very stink and has roaches

10

Carl

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing and clean

10

John

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was clean and very nice staff. Check in was quick. Room is very comfortable. I have been using this hotel every time I'm in town.

10

Kisti

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was nice and clean

6

LEAH

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom had hair particles all over in the bathroom this is the second time Ive stayed here and had the same complaint hair all in the tub and in the sink I won’t be returning I shared my experience last time

4

Christopher

Jan 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was great. Room seemed to be clean but there was mold on the wall.. staff “cleaned” the mold off of the wall.

4

John

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was clearly pet friendly. We didn't bring ours but our room smelled like a dirty dog. The floors were spongy and felt wet. The ac worked but when you went near it you could smell the dog smell even worse.

6

JAMES

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sheets on bed had hair so obviously they weren’t changed. I complained and they changed them the next day. No breakfast at this location. Sketchy people hanging around outside. People in hallway making noise. Hotel is in high traffic area so noisy. Wouldn’t stay here again.

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Rooms

Guests often highlight spacious suites and full kitchens; some mention AC humidity issues, mattress comfort complaints, minor maintenance, and mixed noise levels.

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Kimberly

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Always choose this hotel because it’s really nice, clean spacious rooms full kitchen and the shopping around has so many restaurant options and regular stores. I have stayed her twice already will stay again when I travel back.

10

Kimberly

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This my second time staying at this property when I’m in town. It’s really convenient and the hotel itself is nice, clean & may I add that it smells really good in the lobby. The rooms are very spacious I love that it’s equipped with a kitchen and a full size refrigerator. I’ll definitely continue to stay here when I come back.

10

Norbert

Dec 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We spent 3 nights at the hotel. Overall great experience, nice well appointed room with kitchen, very clean, comfy beds. The three reception counter persons we interacted with were all very attentive and helpful with any questions and made you feel appreciated as a guest. The only 2 remarks being the thru the wall Ac/heating unit made some noises when cycling, off mostly, and the (free( wi-fi is somewhat weak and is unprotected, no security installed, so do not use for any sensitive communications such as online banking or purchases.

10

Gregory

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious and clean room. Very modern decor. A little street noise but not too much.

10

Hailey L

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

friendly staff..clean room..slept great!

6

Brittney

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room had a horrible smell every time we walked in. I requested a king bed and got 2 double. And floor was sticky in kitchen area. It was quiet but not satisfied with the room.

8

Joyce

Feb 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Smoothe sailing. Room nice, bed very comfortable and all amenities you need.

10

chad

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

the stay was good, room was clean, staff was friendly, but the bed mattress was hard as a brick!!! lol, other than that, the stay was very good, opposed to the candlewood suits we stayed at in new iberia louisiana back in october 2024 was horrible, the room was dirty, the fridge had leftover food still inside, the bathroom was horrible, i complained to the manager and you would think that we would get some kid of accomidation for the horrible room, we got nothing

8

Kelley

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick easy check-in. Clean property. Family friendly. Rooms were spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Located on a high traffic street but no obvious road noise in the room

10

Karen

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice suite. Would definitely stay again

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful with smooth check-ins; a few reviewers reported unresponsive or unprofessional handling of issues and limited housekeeping support.

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Caroline

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was super helpful with random needs that came up

2

Natasha

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We booked a Candlewood Suites room in Lafayette in advance for 5 nights, hoping to enjoy our stay while exploring the area and visiting the crawfish festival. The problems started piling up right from the beginning. My key to the room was not working, the phone in the room to call the service desk wasn’t working either, had to go downstairs to have it recoded. Preparation for dinner didn’t go well either as the stove was out of service. The clerk pretended to have sent a technician, who never showed up. The room was depressingly humid and smelly. Everything was sticky and damp to the touch, there was mold growing between windows. It was the worst hospitality experience ever. We couldn’t spend a single night in the suite, moved to another hotel. The management didn’t care to refund me at all for any of the prepaid 5 nights.

10

Emanuelle

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were friendly, helpful and exceeded all expectations of the hotel. I called to confirm my reservation and she had the room ready when I arrived. The best experience I’ve ever had with a front desk agent.

10

Robert

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy, the clerk was friendly and the hotel looked clean...

10

Thomas

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, very good experience. The reception staff were great.

10

Josh

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service

2

Kennedy

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Mouse in the room. One associate told me to deal with it on my own.

10

Leah

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing!

10

Andrea

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Friendly staff everyday; very cordial! Courtesy was a plus! hotel was kept tidy!

4

Richard

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no house keeping, and no staff to take of issues.

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Location

Located in a generally good, convenient area close to restaurants, shopping, and sports venues; several note high traffic and a tricky entrance, with parking sometimes scarce.

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Kimberly

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Always choose this hotel because it’s really nice, clean spacious rooms full kitchen and the shopping around has so many restaurant options and regular stores. I have stayed her twice already will stay again when I travel back.

10

Stanley

Feb 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and close proximity to all entertainment

6

Rachel

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room wasnt super clean when i arrived but an ok hotel. Convenient location just busy busy and not alot of parking.

10

William

May 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were in Lafayette for a graduation. This is our third stay at this venue and all have been great. It is located so we are close to family and other sites of interest

10

John A

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was probably the nicest hotel we’ve ever stayed at as a family. Front desk lady was so polite and helpful. We were there for travel ball and the location was great in relation to the sports complex. Room was so nice and clean. You cannot beat the kitchenette in the room. Thoroughly impressed. We intend to book and stay again for future trips.

10

John

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is well kept and offers a great value. Aside from access issue, location is great.

10

TONI MORTILLARO

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and convenient.

8

Logan

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was clean and in a good area. There are plenty of restaurants and shopping stores close by. We will stay here again.

8

Sarah

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was convenient and seemed safe. It has a difficult entrance for cars, however.

8

Kelley

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick easy check-in. Clean property. Family friendly. Rooms were spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Located on a high traffic street but no obvious road noise in the room

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Dining

Reviews point to many nearby restaurants, and in-room kitchens support self-catering; little is said about on-site dining beyond that.

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Kimberly

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Always choose this hotel because it’s really nice, clean spacious rooms full kitchen and the shopping around has so many restaurant options and regular stores. I have stayed her twice already will stay again when I travel back.

10

Kimberly

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This my second time staying at this property when I’m in town. It’s really convenient and the hotel itself is nice, clean & may I add that it smells really good in the lobby. The rooms are very spacious I love that it’s equipped with a kitchen and a full size refrigerator. I’ll definitely continue to stay here when I come back.

8

Vanessa

Feb 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very hospitable and nice! Good customer service. Nice clean room and all around nice area to be in. Plenty of food places stores and shops .

10

Norbert

Dec 23, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We spent 3 nights at the hotel. Overall great experience, nice well appointed room with kitchen, very clean, comfy beds. The three reception counter persons we interacted with were all very attentive and helpful with any questions and made you feel appreciated as a guest. The only 2 remarks being the thru the wall Ac/heating unit made some noises when cycling, off mostly, and the (free( wi-fi is somewhat weak and is unprotected, no security installed, so do not use for any sensitive communications such as online banking or purchases.

8

William

Jun 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had some great Cajun food and met some nice folks in the gazebo. Overall a good stay.

10

Dominic

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious, clean, and quiet. Had everything that I needed to cook a lovely meal & and the customer service was also amazing! I would stay here again! 10/10, most definitely recommend!

10

Talita

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and fresh soon as you walk in. Kitchenette a plus. Holiday traveling its been raining.

10

Keigen

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I loved that the kitchen et actualy had the equipment to cook in and not just a microwave the room was well clean and the staf was so helpful deff will book again

8

Logan

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was clean and in a good area. There are plenty of restaurants and shopping stores close by. We will stay here again.

6

JAMES

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sheets on bed had hair so obviously they weren’t changed. I complained and they changed them the next day. No breakfast at this location. Sketchy people hanging around outside. People in hallway making noise. Hotel is in high traffic area so noisy. Wouldn’t stay here again.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $83	2 $80	3 $88	4 $78	5 $77	6 $94	7 $98
8 $69	9 $74	10 $77	11 $81	12 $106	13 $156	14 $137
15 $74	16 $77	17 $77	18 $77	19 $77	20 $90	21 $90
22 $77	23 $77	24 $77	25 $86	26 $96	27 $96	28 $86
29 $69	30 $74

Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch by IHG

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Studio Suite

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