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
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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101 Front St, Marietta, OH, 45750
  • Marietta College
    7 min walk
  • Toy and Doll Museum
    16 min walk
  • The Castle
    18 min walk
  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional)
    12 min drive

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Room options

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

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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
  • The Castle - 18 min walk
  • Campus Martius Museum of the Northwest Territory - 2 min drive
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 2 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

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

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
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Lafayette grand Riverboat Era Hotel Marietta
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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 Dec 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on Jan 3, 2025 start from $130.0, 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 enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Marietta based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Ohio River and Riverside Artists Gallery. You'll also find The Castle and Ohio River Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 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

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

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

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself was unique and the fact that it was set in the 50s and we appreciate older buildings and enjoy our stay in such a place. Didn’t like ? There was nothing we didn’t like about the place. It was better than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food. Negatives-Noisy street traffic at night, little bathroom space, no MW or frig. All that said we would stay at the Lafayette again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with partner
Love the Antique furniture but the room was very small and the wallpaper was peeling off the walls. Window air conditioner was so noisy you couldn’t hear the tv. Overall our stay was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Brunswick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint. So glad they kept the original ambience of the era it was built. Plenty of sitting areas throughout the hotel to sit, relax, gather, and gab
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carrie, Lincolnton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. They advertise free breakfast but it’s only free Mon-Thursday. It doesn’t specify that unless you scroll down into fine print. They use the banner of free breakfast. However, it’s close to great food. River walk, and entertainment!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So, there is no free breakfast if you are staying on the weekend despite all the advertising that breakfast is offered. Some of the throw pillows on the bed were stained. There was obvious upkeep needed in the facility.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reb, Niagara Falls

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the history and how it was keep like the original days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Perry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved staying in the old place. Your room and bathroom will be small. Our room was musty, like it had been closed up. Every window in the lobby and room was filthy, carpet felt grubby, but furnishings, sheets and towels were super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Machel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

deb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel. It’s old, but its history and grand design makes it worth it. The staff were so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Probably won’t stay again!
Not impressed with the hotel. Shower was so bad both myself and husband skipped it this morning. Bugs!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

keith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property is old and dated basically worn out. The toilet in our room is so close to the sink we cannot use it in the sitting position. The furniture is old and sone nice antique pieces but all the chairs need restuffing. We could not use the ac in our room it was too loud to sleep or have a conversation on arrival they put us in the lesser garage room than we had booked and it took a lot of conversation to get it changed and they blamed Expedia for everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, SINAJANA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

james

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Marietta
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are regular guests at the Lafayette. The hotel is charming and located right next to the magnificent Ohio River. It is near several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

judith

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024