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Average
3.0/5
Based on 47 guest reviews
- Airport shuttle provided
- Fitness + Health Center
- 77 rooms in property
- 5 floors in property
- 24 suites in property
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Group friendly rating of 8.6/10
- 5 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local Attractions
Fenton Art Glass Factory, The Castle, Ohio River & Campus Martius Museums, Valley Gem Sternwheeler, Trolley Tour Inc.
Map & Landmarks: The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel
Verified Reviews of The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Everyone was pleasant and extremely helpful."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I love this hotel! Our first visit was over 50 years ago and it's taken awhile to get back. Retirement has helped. Lol! They are always so busy. I guess that's why they've been around so long. ❤
Betty S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
20-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 17 to Fri Oct 18 2024 at a $121.99 average nightly rate. 
"Here for the LST, fell in love with Marietta Ohio!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I loved the hotel and everything about it. There was so much history to see just in the hotel!
Jerrie M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 12 to Fri Sep 13 2024 at a $139.50 average nightly rate. "Very beautiful and historical hotel with friendly and accommodating staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We stayed in a room with twin beds, perfect for two people. Very comfortable with a beautiful river view.
Eileen M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Aug 04 to Mon Aug 05 2024 at a $103.30 average nightly rate. "Fine Historic Hotel on the River"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
A fine historic hotel with more than adequate accommodations, a great location on the river close to excellent restaurants.
Philip J. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
31-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 29 to Tue Jul 30 2024 at a $120.00 average nightly rate. "Came to Marietta for Great American Race and local car show."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Quaint hotel, made me appreciate that grand old lifestyle of the riverboat days.
Robert L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 22 to Sun Jun 23 2024 at a $135.00 average nightly rate. "Very nice getaway after Ohio River dinner cruise!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Only about 35 minutes from home but decided to stay just to see how it was. We were down the evening of the 14th for a dinner cruise on the Ohio River. Stayed the night to do a little shopping this morning. It sure beat driving home then back today. Wonderful staff, great breakfast with excellent staff there as well.
Steve H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 14 to Sat Jun 15 2024 at a $135.00 average nightly rate. "Love Staying Here"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything was great and we enjoyed our stay. We love staying there.
Erica L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 08 to Sat Mar 09 2024 at a $150.00 average nightly rate. "Beautiful, Historical and Very Cool Experience."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This was such a beautiful hotel to stay at! The environment was great and the whole experience was wonderful. Felt like going back in time. Highly recommended!
Kelli H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
21-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 17 to Sun Feb 18 2024 at a $87.30 average nightly rate. "Nice"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We really enjoyed our stay.
Larry H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
02-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 30 to Sun Dec 31 2023 at a $122.00 average nightly rate. "Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Wonderful hotel! Thoroughly enjoyed the whole stay will be back.
William P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Dec 14 to Fri Dec 15 2023 at a $87.00 average nightly rate. "Loved This Historical Hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I loved this historical hotel, the location is perfect and the staff was great. We ate at the Gun Room and it was delicious.
Cheri M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
14-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 03 to Mon Nov 06 2023 at a $79.99 average nightly rate. "Very Cool Experience!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
This was a very cool experience! The hotel is very clean and it felt like we were on the Titanic. It takes you back to a prior time with all of the antiques. The location is great and there are wonderful views of the Ohio River. It was a very neat experience. The employees were very kind and accommodating. I would stay there again because it was very clean and the location was perfect.
Judith W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 10 to Sun Nov 12 2023 at a $78.30 average nightly rate. "Love the view!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
A great stay. Love the view!
Joyce E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 01 to Fri Nov 03 2023 at a $112.00 average nightly rate. "Lovely old hotel in beautiful riverfront setting."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
It really has that old hotel feeling and that's a good thing. Right on the river and an easy walk to restaurants and shopping. Great in hotel bar with friendly staff and delicious food served in the bar overlooking the river. And free breakfast! Our room has quiet.
Pamela K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 29 to Wed Nov 01 2023 at a $127.00 average nightly rate. "Lots of Character Plus a Top Notch Breakfast!"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
I like older hotels with a lot of character. The breakfast was top notch with way too much food for one person but it was tasty. The staff I interacted with were all nice and professional.
Mollie R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
02-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Oct 30 to Tue Oct 31 2023 at a $122.00 average nightly rate. "Great Place!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great place, everything was fine!
Donald K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
02-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Oct 30 to Tue Oct 31 2023 at a $92.99 average nightly rate. "A stay to remember!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Very impressive hotel and good dining.
Joesph B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 03 to Mon Sep 04 2023 at a $125.99 average nightly rate. "Great Hotel with River Views!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We chose the Lafayette on the basis of its location right on the river. Because of the layout of the hotel and annex I think almost every room has a river view and there's a park right outside the door and you are literally steps from the river. It's an old hotel but NOT A BIT shabby. Our room had great mattresses and a brand new and spotlessly clean bathroom. We lucked out in that our third floor room was right around the corner from the stairs to the roof terrace with tables and chairs and nicely and planted with well tended impatiens around the edges and views of town and river. The food in the Lounge and Gun Room restaurants was good but there are also restaurants from brewpubs to fine dining a short walk away. Excellent boat watching and never having to use the car for our whole three day stay made this a perfect location for us. Staff was always friendly and helpful. We couldn't have had a better experience.
Susan S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
17-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 14 to Wed Aug 16 2023 at a $85.57 average nightly rate. "Loved the authenticity of the hotel!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Loved the authenticity of the hotel! We would highly recommend this to our friends!
Debbie H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 07 to Wed Aug 09 2023 at a $122.00 average nightly rate. Property Description
One of the last riverboat-era hotels, it opened on July 1, 1918, and was named in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette, who visited the city in 1825 at a site near the hotel. An 11-foot pilot wheel from the steamboat J. D. Ayres is featured the lobby. The Lafayette hotel overlooks the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers and is in the heart of historic downtown Marietta. We have 77 unique guest rooms, Gun Room Restaurant & Riverview Lounge and beautiful banquet facilities. Other features include room service, laundry and free airport shuttle service to Wood County Airport.The Lafayette Offers a delicate blend of the past and the present. We combine exquisite riverboat-era furnishings and our legendary Gun Room restaurant with a variety of modern entertainment options such as our seasonal Saturday night Comedy Club. Weekend packages are our specialty with year-round getaways including Jazz & Blues Weekends, Romance Weekends and much more. The Lafayette also offers the very best accommodations for annual heritage events in Marietta, such as the Sternwheel Festival and Historic Harmar Days.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2012 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 77 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 77 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Suites: | 24 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 5 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 5094 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 500 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 1.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11:00 AM - 11PM |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hours prior to arrival date | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | $300.00 |
| Total Taxes: | 13.25% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 7.25 Per Night |
| City Tax: | 6.00 Per Night |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 7.25% |
| Additional Person Fee: | 5.00 Per Person (& Per night) |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 18.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 50.00 Per Function |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 6.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 7.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 8.49 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 15.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 14.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 7.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 18.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 16.99 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Morning Break Cost: | 5.00 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 5.00 Per Person (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 20.00 Per Item (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Banquet Soda: | 1.50 Per Item (Plus tax & Service charge) |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 1.50 Per Item (Plus tax & Service charge) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
Airport & Shuttle Information
Wood County Airport located 12 miles for Hotel
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.Breakfast Information
For guest staying Sunday through Thursday nights our rates include a Traditional Breakfast. This includes two eggs any style with choice of bacon, ham or sausage. Also includes hash brown or home fries and a choice of toast or English muffin. Weekend Rate does not include breafast, however there are different options available at an additional cost per person.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.There is a $50 Pet deposit. Housekeeping to check room upon check-out. If there are no issues pet deposit will be refunded.
Internet / WiFI
Wi-Fi available through out the hotel at no additional cost.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Busy Bee Restaurant - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this local favorite. Located 0.2 miles from The Lafayette.
- Lunch: The Galley - Indulge in fresh seafood and waterfront views at this popular restaurant. Located 0.4 miles from The Lafayette.
- Dinner: Marietta Brewing Company - Enjoy delicious craft beers and a diverse menu of American cuisine. Located 0.3 miles from The Lafayette.
- Activity: Ohio River Museum - Explore the rich history of the Ohio River and its importance to the region. Located 0.5 miles from The Lafayette.
- Breakfast: The Original Pizza Place - Start your day with a delicious breakfast pizza at this local pizzeria. Located 0.2 miles from The Lafayette.
- Lunch: The Buckley House - Experience upscale dining in a historic setting at this renowned restaurant. Located 0.4 miles from The Lafayette.
- Dinner: The Levee House - Enjoy fine dining with a view of the Ohio River at this elegant restaurant. Located 0.3 miles from The Lafayette.
- Activity: Valley Gem Sternwheeler - Take a scenic riverboat cruise and enjoy live entertainment on the Ohio River. Located 0.6 miles from The Lafayette.
- Breakfast: Third Street Deli - Start your day with a delicious breakfast sandwich or bagel at this local deli. Located 0.2 miles from The Lafayette.
- Lunch: The Town House - Enjoy classic American comfort food in a charming atmosphere at this local favorite. Located 0.4 miles from The Lafayette.
- Dinner: The House of Wines - Savor a variety of wines and gourmet dishes at this cozy wine bar and restaurant. Located 0.3 miles from The Lafayette.
- Activity: Marietta Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise - Take a leisurely boat tour and admire the scenic beauty of the Ohio River. Located 0.5 miles from The Lafayette.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel.
Feel free to use the The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Marietta event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| The Grand Ballroom | 72 x 70 x 12 | 5040 | 300/300 | -- | 350 | 121 | 130 | 115 | --/-- | 500 | 500 | 500 |
Close This The Grand BallroomEntering the Grand Ballroom, you will be delighted with the atmosphere. The room is surrounded with lighting that dims to give the perfect ambiance for your event. Looking above you will be enthralled with the glamour of the chandeliers that hang. This Ballroom wouldn't be complete without the rotating Disco Ball to enhance any dancer that enters this room! Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 5040 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 72 x 70 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $350.00 USD Full Day Rental: $700.00 USD Evening Rental: $700.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $700.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Sternwheel Room | 72 x 34 x 12 | 2448 | 150/150 | -- | 75 | 50 | 70 | 50 | --/-- | 250 | 225 | 220 |
Close This Sternwheel RoomThis room has the perfect look for Any event! With the beauty of the hardwood floors and the glamour of the chandeliers from above, this room is the Perfect area for any Event! Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2448 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 72 x 34 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $350.00 USD Full Day Rental: $350.00 USD Evening Rental: $350.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $350.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Mississippi Queen Room | 36 x 28 x 12 | 1008 | 90/84 | -- | 30 | 24 | 50 | 24 | 6/5 | 90 | 101 | 101 |
Close This Mississippi Queen RoomThe Mississippi Queen Room is a very Elegant Room that is perfect for any type of event that you are planning. Area Lobby is conveniently located right outside of the room for any type of break release for meetings. Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1008 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 28 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 3 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $150.00 USD Full Day Rental: $150.00 USD Evening Rental: $150.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $150.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Delta Queen Room | 36 x 36 x 12 | 1296 | 90/90 | -- | 45 | 58 | 50 | 31 | --/-- | 120 | 130 | 130 |
Close This Delta Queen RoomThe Delta Queen Room is a very popular meeting room for all occasions. Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1296 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 36 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $100.00 USD Full Day Rental: $100.00 USD Evening Rental: $100.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $100.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Rufus Putnam Room | 32 x 18 x 10 | 54 | 30/30 | -- | 28 | 32 | 28 | 32 | --/-- | 28 | 5 | 5 |
Close This Rufus Putnam RoomThis room is a very popular meeting room. It has a Mantel that is decorated with beautiful flowers to fit the season, or event. Conveniently near restrooms, the Lounge as well as the Gun Room Dining Room. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 54 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 32 x 18 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 7 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $75.00 USD Full Day Rental: $75.00 USD Evening Rental: $75.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $75.00 USD | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel have?
There are 77 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel?
Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel?
For guest staying Sunday through Thursday nights our rates include a Traditional Breakfast. This includes two eggs any style with choice of bacon, ham or sausage. Also includes hash brown or home fries and a choice of toast or English muffin. Weekend Rate does not include breafast, however there are different options available at an additional cost per person.
How much does internet cost?
Wi-Fi available through out the hotel at no additional cost.
Can I get a AAA rate at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at The Lafayette a Grand Riverboat Era Hotel?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
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