The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

3.0 star property

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Property entrance
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Queen Junior Suite

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

River view King

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

King Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King 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 a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ohio Riverfront Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • 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
  • Ohio River Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Boat House of Marietta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Levee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

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.

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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 transportation

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

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
  • 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
  • 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

  • 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
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
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel on Apr 8, 2026 start from $94, 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.

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 River Valley and Ohio Riverfront Park, and within a short walk of Ohio River. You'll also find People's Bank Theatre and The Castle 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 good for couples?

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 breakfast for a surcharge at Riverfront Bar & Grill.

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, there aren't any 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. 593 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was small but clean. The mattress was ok and the Tv was very small. The ambiance was very nice. Old world hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly and Stoney, Massillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always so nice and helpful. Shoutout to Heather she is always so kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

i-yang

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rude Behavior Description: Melissa, the manager, was rude in these specific ways: · She used a cranky, dismissive tone from the start. · She refused to listen or help with the issue about the bill. · She cut you off, stating she was "done talking" with you. · She abruptly ended the conversation by saying "goodbye" while you were still trying to resolve your problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. The atmosphere is like stepping back in time to the Riverboat era.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the bar area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly, pinetops

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Julie was amazing in the bar.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant is horrible. But i love everything about the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are extremely small, bed was not a queen, was miserably uncomfortable with the springs poking through. We checked out a day early and went to a different hotel so we could get some sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay in a old, classic hotel. Only spent the night. Did not have a chance to use the restaurant or bar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice! It’s an old historical hotel, so naturally has a little wear and tear. Seems to be very well maintained. Atmosphere was great. Quite and relaxing! Definitely worth the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
great old hotel... but, way too much walking required from elevator to river-view rooms. Take care if any mobility issues
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice all around!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its our favorite hotel in Marietta. Within walking distance to everything downtown. Very clean, very comfortable, but love the nostalgia and charm of the old building
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historic landmark on the Ohio River. Lots of character and in good working order
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place. The town is lovely. Lots of history. Lots of walkable places to see. Lots to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025