Weekend Getaway from Marietta, Ohio
If you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway from Marietta, Ohio, The Inns at 8th and Main offers a peaceful escape just a short drive away in the heart of Southeast Ohio.
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Located in historic McConnelsville, our boutique inn is the perfect home base for scenic drives, visits to The Wilds, and the charm of a quiet river town. Whether you’re planning a one-night stay or a full weekend away, this is a place to slow down, recharge, and enjoy the experience without the crowds.
Looking for more ideas? Explore our full Southeast Ohio Weekend Getaway guide to start planning your stay.
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Why Marietta Visitors Choose McConnelsville
Marietta has everything you came for — Ohio’s oldest city, the Ohio River, Campus Martius Museum, the Valley Gem Sternwheeler, Historic Harmar Village, The Castle, kayaking along the Muskingum and Ohio Rivers, and some of the most significant history in the entire state.
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Just 44 minutes away, The Inns at 8th and Main offers a quieter place to settle in at the end of the day. Guests looking for a bed and breakfast near Marietta, Ohio often choose to explore the riverfront and historic streets by day, then return to McConnelsville in the evening, where 190-year-old stone walls, luxury linens, and a homemade breakfast create a more personal and relaxed experience.
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For guests traveling with a well-behaved dog, The Jane Suite offers pet-friendly accommodations on the first floor, making it easy to enjoy both Marietta and a relaxed stay at the inn.
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The Drive Is Half the Fun
Route 60 north from Marietta follows the Muskingum River through the Appalachian foothills, rolling river valleys, and small Ohio towns that most people drive right past without stopping.
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Locals call it the Route 60 River Run. Give yourself an extra 20 minutes and take it slow. You'll be glad you did.
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What's Waiting When You Arrive
Two beautifully restored 19th-century properties on Main Street in McConnelsville — four suites in the Stone House, built in 1835, and two spacious kitchenette suites in the Morris House, built in 1844.
Every morning, Dan is up before you are, cooking a scratch-made breakfast served on vintage china in our historic dining room. It's the kind of breakfast that makes you linger over coffee longer than you planned.
Amy will know your name before you arrive and remember how you take your coffee before you ask.
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A Refined Alternative to Hotels in Marietta
• Avoid busy tourist corridors
• Stay in a quieter historic town
• Enjoy scenic Route 60
• Return to luxury linens and breakfast
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While You're in the Area
McConnelsville is worth a morning of its own. The 1892 Twin City Opera House, the Muskingum River, antique shops, local coffee, and some of the best small-town wandering in southeast Ohio — all within walking distance of your room.
And The Wilds, one of Ohio's most remarkable wildlife experiences, is just a short drive away.
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Marietta Day Trips Worth Planning
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Campus Martius Museum- the story of Ohio's first settlement told through one of the state's best small-city museums.
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler- a genuine Ohio River sternwheel cruise, spring through fall. Book ahead.
Historic Harmar Village- walkable, charming, full of antiques and local shops just across the bridge.
The Castle- a stunning Gothic Revival home built in 1855, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Marietta Adventure Company- kayak or bike the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers with the best outfitter in the region.
Peoples Bank Theatre- live music and theatre in a beautifully restored 940-seat venue in the heart of downtown.
Mound Cemetery- a 2,000-year-old Adena burial mound and one of the most historically significant sites in Ohio. Free to visit.
The Lafayette Hotel- Marietta's iconic historic hotel right on the river. Worth a stop for a drink, even if you're staying with us.
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Planning Your Visit to Marietta?
How far is The Inns at 8th and Main from Marietta, Ohio?
The Inns at 8th and Main is located 35 miles from Marietta, Ohio, approximately a 44-minute scenic drive through the rolling hills of Southeast Ohio. Many guests enjoy spending the day exploring the riverfront, museums, and historic streets of Marietta before returning to the quiet charm of McConnelsville for a relaxed evening and a full home-cooked breakfast the next morning.
