One Of The Oldest Hotels In Ohio Is Also One Of The Most Haunted Places You’ll Ever Sleep

Ohio’s oldest town is bound to host a haunting or two.

The historic riverboat town of Marietta is known as the first permanent settlement of the Northwest Territory. It’s a beautiful town, known for its Victorian-style houses, European ambience, brick streets, sternwheelers—and ghosts. Lafayette Hotel is a historic treasure with plenty of paranormal activity.

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Right across the Ohio River stands Ohio's most haunted hotel. It's one of the most popular paranormal attractions in the historic town. Amy Farr/Flickr Address: 101 Front Street, Marietta, OH, 45750 This old-world hotel dates back to 1918, and is rumored to be haunted by its former owner. The third floor is infamous for paranormal activity. Richie Diesterheft/Flickr Guests have reported unexplained oddities for years. Missing items, suitcases turned upside-down and emptied shampoo bottles are just a few of the reported occurrences. Mike/Flickr Some employees even refuse to go to the third floor. (If you're looking for a good scare here, be sure to request a room on the third floor—if you dare.) Mike/Flickr

For more information about the hauntings and an inside look at Lafayette Hotel, watch the video below:

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Have you ever stayed the night here? Did you have any spooky encounters? Let us know what your experience was like!

If haunted Ohio is something you love to explore, be sure to check out our previous article: The Ultimate Terrifying Ohio Road Trip Is Right Here — And You’ll Want To Do It.