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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
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • 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

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 - 0.4 miles
  • The Castle - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Washington County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Marietta Memorial Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

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

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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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The Lafayette A Riverboat Era
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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 Apr 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on Apr 20, 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. 568 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a great place to wake up!

The Layfette is a historic hotel so it comes with the quirkiness of age. The floors squeak and the rooms are more compact but that is just part of the experience of staying in a hotel from another era. Our room had a newly redone bath and shower in a period black and white tile that fit the theme. The best surprise of the two-day visit was the breakfast. We are all accustomed to the typical hotel breakfast with plastic eggs, etc but the Layfette must have a Michelin Chef in that kitchen. They provide a voucher for a Traditional Breakfast or you can apply that toward anything on the menu, just pay the difference. I had the General's Pancakes and then the Stuffed French Toast. WOW! The extra flavors in both of these were just perfect. Everything was so good! Every other hotel breakfast will be nothing but a disappointment. A great start to the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful old hotel with great on site dining. The rooms have been modernized but it still feels like an old hotel. It is right on the river and has a great local feel to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with group
Excellent. Marietta is a lovely town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice antique hotel, definitely haunted.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fun and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very old but well maintained hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lived the hotel and the town. Adorable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana, Raleigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At the onset, I was worried. The front desk didn't have coverage at check-in. Waited 30 mins before finding someone in the bar to find the needed staff. That was the only downside. The hotel is old, historic, well maintained and elegant. The staff was excellent in all areas. The breakfast was made to order and excellent. The bar was excellent. The room was extremely clean and temperature control was easy. Ive been to Marietta many times. This was my first stay at this grand hotel but it won't be the last. So much better than a chain hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittanie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Service wasn’t great and couldn’t get room service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel has a lot of history in it. The bar was nice. The rooms are descent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Below expectations

Biggest disappointment was the price. We really thought we were going to have a luxury, memorable stay. Just average. Second biggest disappointment was the Thanksgiving buffet. I found a couple items I could eat but, for the price, I expected something special. Gun Room now looks like a diner. Not fancy at all. No breakfast offered on Thanksgiving but no discount on room rate either. Finally, no football games were available in our room or in the bar. Drove 6 hrs to get there and we made the best of it. But wont be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison, Gallipolis

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Bethaney

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel does not have breakfast included, for trying to seem like an old school service oriented hotel it seemed more like a cheap hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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