The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel in Marietta

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Beaux Arts hotel with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Dates

April 2025

May 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Free airport shuttle
Room service

Explore the area

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

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Room options

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

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

City view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

River view King

River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Junior Suite

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Queen Junior Suite

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Marietta

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel places you next to Ohio River and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Marietta College. This 3-star hotel has 77 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

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

Beaux Arts hotel with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

Guests staying at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include free local calls, safes, and ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

$97 per night

Apr 29 - Apr 30

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)

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

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

This property welcomes pets for free
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Check-in: 3 PM—-noon
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lafayette grand Riverboat Era

Lafayette grand Riverboat Era Hotel

Lafayette grand Riverboat Era Hotel Marietta

Lafayette grand Riverboat Era Marietta

The Lafayette A Riverboat Era

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Hotel

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Marietta

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Hotel Marietta

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Apr 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on May 1, 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.

What is there to do around The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Marietta, just steps from Ohio Riverfront Park and Ohio River, and within a short walk of People's Bank Theatre. You'll also find The Castle and Ohio River Museum less than a mile away.

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

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including access to a chef as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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

Yes, The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Riverfront Bar & Grill on weekday mornings.

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel is Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional), which is 6.6 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel.

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Jan 24, 2025

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

Jan 20, 2025

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

Jan 20, 2025

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

Jan 20, 2025

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

Jan 8, 2025

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

Jan 6, 2025

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

Jan 5, 2025

Excellent. Marietta is a lovely town.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Traveled with partner

Jan 4, 2025

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

Jan 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel was fun and great location

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Jan 2, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with partner

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very old but well maintained hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with partner

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was a good stay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Dec 17, 2024

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

Dec 17, 2024

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

Dec 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pleasant experience

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Dec 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very unique property and well maintained, however very cold in rooms when only heat comes from the bathroom, and shower never gets very hot.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittanie

Dec 8, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Dec 7, 2024

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

Dec 7, 2024

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

Dec 5, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Dec 4, 2024

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica

Dec 4, 2024

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