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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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Reception
Lobby sitting area
Point of interest
Sundeck
Lobby

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
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Marietta Memorial Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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River view King | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

River view King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Queen Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Marietta Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Washington County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪Boat House of Marietta - ‬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 Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on Jul 2, 2025 start from $125.0, 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. 575 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1009 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

Paul

Traveled with partner
Our room had a broken lamp shade and wall outlet to plug coffee pot in was bad!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Place ooozes with history n nostalgia. Historical gem! Rooms need work. We rented one of the better rooms, but it needs TLC. I live in an old house, so I’m used to it, but there are basic maintenance items to stay appealing. Don’t remodel it, but keep things clean and repaired.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a very unique hotel. We've stayed there numerous times.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historical vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was a unique stay. The property was great with gorgeous finishes. Some say the property is haunted. I did not find any proof of this. The staff at the property were friendly and very helpful. Particularly the front desk. I had to leave early but because of the staff would definitely return when back in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

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

Celebrate

Amazing place, celebrating our 50 year
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at the hotel,we had trouble getting into the room,I had to go down stairs and have our room keys reactiviated,then our room was so cold like walking into a walk in freezer.I called the front desk and the girl on duty told me how to work the heater in our room. It finally warmed up after about an hour ,then the next morning I got up to go get my husband and myself breakfast couldn't get the deadbolt unlocked to get out of the room.It took my husband turning using both hands to finally get it to unlock.I was like are we locked in from the inside.lol. The bed was hard neither one of us slept good,if it hadn't been that we were from out of town I would've have left in the middle of the night. We were in room 511. The hotel itself was very clean and the front desk worker was very nice,breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Lafayette is an old hotel. The rooms are very small and there doesn’t seem to be any soundproofing between rooms. We could clearly hear the conversation next door. The maids come by fairly early, and even if your “Do Not Disturb” sign is on the door, your are awoken but the squeaky wheels of their cart and their knock on other doors, and their call of “Housekeeping”. We had a room with 2 twin beds and there was no room to leave open even one of our suitcases. The food in the restaurant was adequate, ( go to Austyn’s across the street for a better meal) and the bar was fine. The employees were helpful and friendly, except for one bartender who charged us $15 for a shot of low end tequila, even after we explained we had been charged much less the night before. Her colleague the next day repaired the mistake and we appreciated that. The last straw for me happened on the last night when the fire alarm went off at 3 am for several minutes and then again at 6 am. We asked when we checked out that morning and were told it was due to some construction work. No offered us a discount of any kind for the inconvenience. I expected more. These photos from the lobby show the hotel in two different floods. It made me wonder if there could be underlying mold.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the originality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Worthington

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

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast you'll ever get at a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Best location in Marietta for walking tours

Superior location at the heart of Marietta (Riverboat lane). Has elevator for the elder guests. Rich in history. Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here once a year and it is always great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

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