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The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Beaux Arts hotel near Ohio River

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service

Explore the area

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101 Front St, Marietta, OH, 45750
  • Marietta College
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mound Cemetery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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River view King | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

River view King

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

King Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Queen Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Queen Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Marietta

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ohio River and Marietta College. The Castle and Ohio River Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Marietta College - 7 min walk
  • The Castle - 18 min walk
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 2 min drive
  • Washington County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive
  • Marietta Memorial Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪River Town Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse BBQ - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

3-star Beaux Arts hotel near Ohio River
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3-star Marietta hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1918
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Marietta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 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 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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel to the airport?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel is 6.6 mi (12-min drive) away from the Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on Mar 3, 2025 start from $120.0, excluding 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.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

Is there free parking at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have a pool?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have a restaurant?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel is home to Riverfront Bar & Grill, which features light fare and brunch.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel to downtown Marietta?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Marietta.

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our a stay was what we expected. Overall good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room looking over river, welcoming staff, great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great (fun)location. Old hotel with full service. Little things, which should be relatively easy to fix e.g. bedside lamp didnt work, TV wouldnt get local channels (as listed on in room guide), wi fi was weak to not available in room, a few small ants on bathroom floor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good meeting point for extended family
Old historic hotel with antique furniture and some recent upgrades to bed and bath. If the old charm is your thing, you’ll love it. If you like modern and shiny new, you won’t. There were excellent food and beverage choices. Many weekends have music or comedy shows as an extra ticket. It was great for us since we met family and this was halfway point. Overall, it worked nicely for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
It was a nice place to stay and a great location downtown. Amber at the bar was great and a delight to talk to.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ida

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older hotel, but it is really really nice and very pretty great location beautiful spot on the river. The price was excellent. Two good restaurants on site with the Starbucks inside the building. definitely should stay if you get a chance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I liked the history of the hotel. Our room was ok and the bathroom was to small. There was no sound proofing at all. We could hear everything going on outside the hotel all night (loud traffic, music from the bars, and people walking down the street talking.) that was very annoying. We thought we were getting breakfast included, only to find out that its only during the week you get it included. We did try the buffet and it was not great. We did enjoy the bar a couple of nights for a drink. It was an experience but I don't think we'll stay again. The town of Marietta was great and the history amazing. Everyone we met there were super nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie, Medina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Fort Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lafayette is an historic hotel and the rooms are furnished with period-appropriate furniture. It is right on the water front of the Ohio and Muskingum rivers and there is a nice waterfront walking area. The restaurant food was good and reasonably priced. We’ve stayed here multiple times over the past few years.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lafayette is always a great place to stay when we visit Marietta. We love the area and the fact the shops and restaurants are all within walking area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and old, not honeymoon, but great historic overnight. Great service, stingy on towels though. Town is a clean college town, with nice trails along the Ohio. Weird thing though, they let a half naked guy dance at the end of the street by hotel downtown from 8pm to around 11pm blaring music. Seems harmless, but weird if you want to throw a penny in fountain at that time period. There are random homeless people along trail, but they don't beg, this is oddly standard around college towns. No ghosts in hotel, even went in basement with all the nerd stuff, nothing. Very nice historic hotel, so don't get me wrong. A must visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic Lafayette Hotel is worth a visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classic Hotel
Very nice getaway stay in Marietta, Ohio. This classic hotel was wonderful with bar and restaurant service. Great location on the Ohio River in downtown historic River City. Highly recommend the experience. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice - clean and interesting Historical property with great views of the Ohio River from our room and the food service was great too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

VernaAnn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
This historical building is lovely. Our room was spacious w a sitting area and 2 bathrooms. Very very cool. Overall cleaniness was good. Wallpaper was pealing off the walls. There were stains on the chairs, but linens were crisp and clean. Window AC units and ceiling fans. This was fine for our Oct stay, not sure how it would be in July or August. Lobby was pretty, but there was an odd odor and carpet could use a good cleaning. All in all a good place to stay. Close to everything. Wlka le to bars and restaurants and quaint downtown shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024