I thought this place would have, "Charm", "Elegance" when in which it had NONE of the above! HUGE disapointment. The outside of this hotel looks like it would be fantastic, a few steps in and it has a HORRIBLE smell....a smell of sewer. When I approached the Front Desk SUPERVISOR with the issue, her reply was, "I know Honey....don't worry... more

Beautifully-appointed old building. Room was small but spotless. Definitely a refreshing change of pace compared with cookie-cutter chain hotels. Comfortable bed. Great Location. Would definitely recommend. I got a great deal through travelocity, but standard room rates were already pretty good. more

This is a lovely old hotel with charm and history galore. Some of the rooms are small, but I've had both a queen room and a king room, both are suitable. The King Suite is far more spacious, and other than wishing I had a fridge and a slightly bigger bathroom, I was enchanted. It's charming, and if you like... more

I stayed at the Lafayette Hotel this week on business. I had read the negative reviews, but I have to say I was mostly pleased. The staff was very nice and helpful, the lounge is great, the location is spectacular and the room was quaint, but small. I don't know how things are during the weekend, but it was very... more

Well, I finally decided to write this. I had to stay here because my usual, the Hampton, was sold out. It was Marietta College Homecoming and I guess the alum have figured out not to stay here. The other reviewers are correct - this place is worn out and needs to be either closed or totally gutted. It limps by... more

You really cannot beat the location of this hotel at the confluence of the Hocking and Ohio Rivers; the scenery is so beautiful. You are next to the small and quaint shopping of "downtown" Marietta and within walking distance of the Valley Gem (river boat ride), Trolley Tour, and River Museum, Campus Martius Museum, and Railroad Walking Bridge over the... more

We chose the River Romp deal and upgraded the room. Had a balcony overlooking the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers and LOVED our stay. Realized this was a historic motel, so not the amenities of modern ones. Would recommend the hotel, with the stipulation that the room has a balcony overlooking the rivers. more

I needed to write this review to tell just how bad this place is, if it helps someone get a good nights sleep my job is done. With nearly 50 years of staying in hotels/motels I thought I've seen it all. I am not a picky traveler, I read some of the reviews on here and find the people who... more

After reading several negative reviews before our trip, I wanted to share my experience! We had a wonderful stay and loved the atmosphere at the Lafayette Hotel. By historic hotel standards, the room was a good size; it was comfortable and clean. The view of the river is glorious and the restaurant was very good. We walked around town and... more