Hosting a Conference or Event in Lafayette

Conference hotels in Lafayette rank by meeting and event capacity, helping planners and travel managers compare options for corporate events, large meetings, and conferences. Among the top hotels you can book through Engine is Candlewood Suites Lafayette by IHG, whose largest event space runs about 29,000 square feet and accommodates up to 12 people across 2 event spaces and 81 guest rooms. Attendees booking their own rooms can also search and compare these properties on Engine.

Engine booking data shows July is Lafayette's busiest month for business travel, with about 54% more room nights than the city's average month. If your event lands in July, book the room block early.

Lafayette is home to Purdue University and draws corporate events, academic conferences, and industry meetings year-round. The hotels on this list serve organizations of every size and industry, whether your team is attending a regional conference or hosting a multi-day corporate event. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine; for a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking, and for 8 or fewer you book self-serve. Engine Spaces, Engine's meeting-and-event venue product, lets planners find and request meeting and event space across 40,000+ venues, so you can handle both sides of your event through Engine.

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Candlewood Suites Lafayette by IHG

2-star hotel 4.0 Great (348)

Candlewood Suites Lafayette by IHG offers 2 event spaces and 81 guest rooms. Its largest event space runs about 29040 square feet and hosts up to 12 people.

  • Free parking avail.
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Doubletree by Hilton Lafayette East, IN

4-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (1003)

Doubletree by Hilton Lafayette East, IN features 9 event spaces, with The Ballroom spanning about 3000 square feet and hosting up to 300 people. The property has 128 guest rooms.

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Holiday Inn Lafayette-City Centre by IHG

3-star hotel 3.7 Great (1007)

Holiday Inn Lafayette-City Centre by IHG provides 5 event spaces across 147 guest rooms. The Grand Ballroom, its largest event space, runs about 7500 square feet and accommodates up to 350 people.

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Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, IN

3-star hotel 4.8 Excellent (1378)

Drury Inn & Suites Lafayette, IN has 180 guest rooms and 1 event space. Its largest event space runs about 2665 square feet and hosts up to 138 people.

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Courtyard Marriott Lafayette

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (994)

Courtyard Marriott Lafayette offers 122 guest rooms and 1 event space. The Boilermaker runs about 783 square feet and accommodates up to 64 people.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lafayette East by IHG

2-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (764)

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lafayette East by IHG has 83 guest rooms and 1 event space. Its largest event space runs about 725 square feet and hosts up to 45 people.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Lafayette

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (825)

Residence Inn by Marriott Lafayette provides 108 guest rooms and 1 event space running about 529 square feet. That space accommodates up to 30 people.

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lafayette

3-star hotel 4.0 Great (344)

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lafayette offers 74 guest rooms and 1 event space. The TownePlace Suites Meeting Room spans about 400 square feet and hosts up to 25 people.

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Quality Inn & Suites Lafayette I-65

2-star hotel 3.6 Great (1550)

Quality Inn & Suites Lafayette I-65 features 2 event spaces across 122 guest rooms. Its Guest Meeting room runs about 936 square feet and accommodates up to 94 people.

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Comfort Suites Lafayette University Area

2-star hotel 4.2 Great (1010)

Comfort Suites Lafayette University Area has 62 guest rooms and 1 event space. Meeting Room A spans about 768 square feet and hosts up to 21 people.

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Comfort Inn Lafayette I-65

2-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (1012)

Comfort Inn Lafayette I-65 provides 81 guest rooms and 2 event spaces. Its largest event space runs about 336 square feet and accommodates up to 24 people.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I compare when choosing where to hold a large meeting in Lafayette?
Start with the size and layout of the largest event space, then check how many meeting rooms the property offers if you need breakouts or concurrent sessions. Guest-room count matters when attendees are staying on-site, and you'll want to confirm the hotel can accommodate your block. Amenities like AV, catering, and breakfast vary by property, so ask about those during your request.
What makes a hotel a good fit for a conference in Lafayette?
Look for a property with enough event space to seat your group comfortably and enough guest rooms to house attendees if they're staying overnight. For example, Holiday Inn Lafayette-City Centre offers a largest event space of about 7,500 square feet (the Grand Ballroom, which holds up to 350 people), 5 event spaces total, and 147 guest rooms. On-site catering, flexible room setups, and accessible parking also help when coordinating a multi-day event.
How do conference attendees get to Lafayette, and is it easy to stay near the airport?
Lafayette is served by Purdue University Airport, and many attendees also fly into Indianapolis International Airport, about an hour south. Hotels in Lafayette are a short drive from Purdue and downtown, making ground transport straightforward. If proximity to the airport is a priority, confirm shuttle availability or plan rideshare options for your group.
How do I book a block of rooms for conference attendees through Engine?
For a stay of 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can search, compare, and book self-serve on Engine. Both options give you access to pre-negotiated rates and consolidated invoicing, with no membership fee.
How does billing work when I book multiple rooms for a corporate event?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you receive a single invoice for the entire block rather than managing individual receipts. You can choose from multiple payment options, and there's no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it easier to track spending and reconcile expenses after your event wraps up.

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