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The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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River view King

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Queen Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
101 Front St, Marietta, OH, 45750

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

Hotel near Ohio River
Located close to Marietta College and The Castle, The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a rooftop terrace. The on-site restaurant, Riverfront Bar & Grill, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, light fare, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A ballroom, a front-desk safe, and bicycle parking
  • A banquet hall, coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 77 individually furnished rooms boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • A personal chef, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Lafayette
  • Gun Room
  • Riverfront Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1918
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Lafayette grand Riverboat Era Hotel Marietta
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The Lafayette A Riverboat Era
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 2, 2025 start from CA $170.1, 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.

How much is parking at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel located?

Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ohio River and Marietta College. The Castle and Ohio River Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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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

8/10 Good

Edward

Hotel was fun and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli

I stay here once a year and it is always great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Best breakfast you'll ever get at a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Very nice antique hotel, definitely haunted.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

It was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Very old but well maintained hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Marilyn

Beautiful room looking over river, welcoming staff, great food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Always a great stay
A fantastic stay in a historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Very clean, comfortable, and quant. All the bars, shops, and restaurants of downtown are within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

My husband and I enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Love the originality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

james

Great place to stay in Marietta
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

The historic Lafayette Hotel is worth a visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick

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

Nancy

Lived the hotel and the town. Adorable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

Stanley

Very nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

This hotel property is a great historical location. Marietta is a lovely environment to experience the charm of the Ohio River Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

The property is old and lots of history. Would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

William

Historical Hotel with a strong area legacy. Enjoyed the hotel bar & rooftop patio overlooking the Ohio River.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024