The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel

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Independent
8.8 (212 reviews)
101 Front St, Marietta, Ohio, 45750 , Marietta , US
1-740-373-5522

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Boat tours nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Elevator
Free airport transportation
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Historic charm
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Small room size
Unclear breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
The room needed a deep clean and had issues with bugs, making cleanliness a concern.
Service
9.6
Staff was described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.64
The hotel has a wonderful location along the river with easy access to shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.59
Rooms were criticized for being extremely small, with issues like a trip hazard and no refrigerator.
Amenities
8.62
Basic amenities present but lacking in some areas like cleanliness and functionality.
Value for Money
8.58
Adequate value for the historic charm but some guests felt items like the breakfast pricing were unclear.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Breakfast was delicious and cooked to order, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
9.1
Guests enjoyed their stay despite some cleaniness and room size issues, valuing the location and charm.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:30

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in a 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Gourmet Dining
Treat yourself at Riverfront Bar & Grill and savor room service with a bar/lounge.

Convenience & Comfort
Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, event facilities, and a complimentary airport shuttle.

Step into luxury at The Lafayette A grand Riverboat Era Hotel, where modern amenities meet historic charm. Book now to experience the best of Marietta.

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CMH

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Pets allowed (no fees)

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 212 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Patricia • partner
8
Pros:

Had a nice waterview from the room which was nice. As far as the room, very small, no refrigerator no microwave, very small bathroom. It was smaller than my bedroom at home.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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DAN
10
Pros:

Parking is easy and convenient

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Mark • partner
6
Pros:

Very interesting old facility

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen
8
Pros:

Clean room, nice view of the River. Love the history of the hotel and Marietta.

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Braden • family
10
Pros:

Nice area for walking around and enjoying time away with out the busyness

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Karl
10
Pros:

Older hotel with lots of character!

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Joan
6
Pros:

It is an old historical hotel. The carpet felt dirty. The easy chair in my room was wet. Too much furniture made the already small room feel even smaller.

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Frank
10
Pros:

Nice

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Sandra S.
8
Pros:

Enjoyed the property and the Marietta area as first time visitors; also enjoyed the facilities dining and several venues in town for lunch/dinner.

2025-10-03 • via Nuitee
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Wayne
6
Pros:

The hotel could be so much more.
I understand it is an older hotel but there could be more done with the inside

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • partner
8
Pros:

The hotel was right in the water and had period decor. The bathroom was a lot smaller than I was expecting. There were many fun shops a walkable distance from the hotel. We parked at the hotel and walked all around Marietta. It was a fun experience.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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DUANE • partner
10
Pros:

This hotel had lots of character and charm. Located in a beautiful area and within walking distance of may attractions/ restaurants.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • family
6
Pros:

We were unable to check in at the scheduled time. Property is tired and in need of update.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Melissa
10
Pros:

Really cool, o

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Renana
10
Pros:

The location was wonderful and the building was beautiful, and right on the confluence of the two rivers!

2025-09-23 • via Nuitee
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Kerry
10
Pros:

Beautiful view of the river from the park adjacent to the hotel. Easy walk to the downtown area for for eats and entertainment

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Renana
10
Pros:

Enjoyed having the riverfront so close and explorable.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Virginia
6
Cool old hotel needs a good deep clean
Pros:

I understand this is a very old building, but it needs a deep clean and paint. We were in the annex built in 1939. There were big pieces of paint peeling off the walls. The corners and baseboards were filthy and needed painting. Mattress was spongy and uncomfortable. Bathroom smelled like urine, the caulk around the base of the toilet looked to be the culprit. There were bugs of some sort crawling around on the ceiling and wall, they were coming out of the ceiling fan. The room had a funky smell but we realized the second day we could open the window and get some fresh air. Our room faced the river and it was nice to watch the barges go past. Air conditioner wasn't too loud. Parking was across the street along the river, fairly convenient and free. The staff was friendly and the food in the gun room was good. They have free breakfast during the week, order off the menu which was very nice. Elevator is tiny and dirty. The way the hotel is laid out the rooms in the annex are a pretty long walk from the elevator. Water pressure in the shower was good.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Darla • family
10
Pros:

We have been wanting to stay here for a while now and we are really happy that we did!
The hotel was nice and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed there with family and they were really happy with it also!

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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william • family
10
Pros:

The staff are very helpful and very polite

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee