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The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

Property class: 3

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A grand lobby with a large wooden ship's wheel, arched windows, and a patterned carpet.
A luxurious room with a grand piano, blue armchairs, a round wooden table, and a patterned carpet.
A large, historic brick building with a turret and bay windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a decorative iron fence.
A docked riverboat with multiple decks and a bridge in the background.
A grand staircase with a patterned carpet leading to a door, a chandelier, and a ship wheel ceiling design.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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101 Front St, Marietta, OH, 45750
  • Place, Marietta College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Gem Sternwheeler
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view.

Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for River view King

A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

River view King

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a piano, a mirror, and a door.

Room

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

About the area

Marietta

At The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ohio River and Marietta College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .The restaurant, Riverfront Bar & Grill, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business amenities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Marietta hotel include The Castle and Ohio River Museum.

What's nearby

  • Ohio Riverfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Marietta College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Valley Gem Sternwheeler - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohio River Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Stoked Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A 24-hour fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Beaux Arts Marietta hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1918
  • 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths 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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on 3 Dec 2026 start from AU$167, including 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.

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

Yep, The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities, dinner, breakfast, in town and by the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the history of hotel and the location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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5th time staying and never disappoints
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and experience in historic hotel. Staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how old the property was, the coolest hotel ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A classic, historic hotel. A good place to stay for history fans.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and visit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful. Love this haunted historical hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved the location and the overall atmosphere of the hotel. Having a bar, restaurant and Starbucks within the hotel was a bonus. Very enjoyable stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
great historic hotel, we have been staying here for decades ... the staff so so.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Lafayette. So much within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about our visit, highly recommend if you like historical hotels and the town of Marietta.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this hotel and try to stay here every time we’re in town. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The location is great and the hotel has so much character.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Loved the lounge and rooftop bar. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the history for the hotel. The food is great also. Loved how the hotel is in walking distance of so many shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely historic hotel. So much to read and learn about the history or Marietta! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The history of the hotel was fascinating along with all the points of interest of Marietta. What a wonderful place to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, nice staff, easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an old historic hotel!! The food the people and everyone that has to do with this adventure is incredible!! Don’t pass up a chance to stay eat and drink if you are in the area!! A must see and do!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Lafayette hotel. Walking distance to everything downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Probably the dirtiest hotel I’ve ever stayed at …. Staff was lovely and the location was great, but it was hard to get past the filth, and musty scent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Historic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed are stay very much. The hotel is in the best location right by the river and all the downtown shops and restaurants. It definitely like a step back in time with all the history and the antique furniture. The two restaurants were nice and they have a Starbucks coffee bar. The place is old and I'm sure expensive to upkeep so it's not perfect, the rooms are small and dated, but part of the ambiance. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026