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Aldrich Guest House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast

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Room 1 - J. Russell Jones | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi
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Aldrich Guest House welcomes travelers with warmth in a prime shopping location. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, explore or unwind on the terrace, and find a quiet retreat in the library. Amenities include tour assistance, luggage storage, and free WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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Sep 28 - Sep 29
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Tomorrow

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Room 2 - Dr. Edward Bench | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi

Room 2 - Dr. Edward Bench

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Bathrobes
7 bathrooms
  • 19 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 3 - Cyrus Aldrich | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi

Room 3 - Cyrus Aldrich

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
7 bathrooms
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 1 - J. Russell Jones | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi

Room 1 - J. Russell Jones

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4 - Clara McClellan | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi

Room 4 - Clara McClellan

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 5 - R.H. McClellan | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated, free WiFi

Room 5 - R.H. McClellan

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Bathrobes
7 bathrooms
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Galena, Aldrich Guest House is in the historical district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Horseshoe Mound and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve, while Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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900 3rd St, Galena, IL, 61036

What's nearby

  • Belvedere Mansion - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grant Home - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Market House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Grape Escape - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kaladi's Coffee Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Aldrich Guest House

Bed & breakfast in a shopping district
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Aldrich Guest House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Concierge services, a porter/bellhop, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 7 bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1860
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not accept AmericanExpress cards. This property is cannabis-friendly

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Aldrich Guest House B&B Galena
Aldrich Guest House B&B
Aldrich Guest House Galena
Aldrich Guest House
Aldrich Guest House Hotel Galena
Aldrich Guest House Galena
Aldrich Guest House Bed & breakfast
Aldrich Guest House Bed & breakfast Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is Aldrich Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aldrich Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aldrich Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aldrich Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Aldrich Guest House located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is steps from Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion. Grant Park and Grant Home are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Aldrich Guest House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anubhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and comfortable stay with delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The new owners made us feel very welcome. The property is impeccable. Only disappointment was the breakfast, which was beautifully presented, but not substantial (no choice, no fruit, no toast, no meat protein.) Oatmeal followed by avocado toast and one egg)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great owners, great food and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown - within walking distance Hosts were very good Comfortable Rooms

10/10 Excellent

Zuzanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful B&B with excellent hospitality. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Galena. 5/5 in all aspects- location, atmosphere, food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful & historic Bed & Breakfast that is immaculately clean. The breakfast & service is next level. Enjoyed the walkable location to Grant Park, Grant’s House & Historic Downtown Galena.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing innkeepers. They are Polite, friendly, efficient and made our stay wonderful. Great breakfast and comfortable beds. A
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We loved the Aldrich House.

Fantastic experience. The Aldrich House is lovely and the owners make the stay comfortable and welcoming. Our room was perfect for our needs. The breakfast was one of the best ever and we can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at Aldrich Guest House, but we will definitely be back. Our hosts were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious! A short walk to the shops, the location was perfect. We really enjoyed our last minute getaway stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I truly loved staying at the Aldrich House. The service was top notch!! Great conversations, great breakfast! Very clean and tidy! Owners went over and above to please. Also had a great happy hour in screen porch area. Richard and Douglas were the Bomb!! Would definitely like to do again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very nice, friendly, and accommodating. The rooms are all updated and clean. The food was excellent as was the complimentary afternoon cocktail hour. Very walkable and close to downtown. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were completely amazed by our stay in Galena ! Our hosts, Robert and Douglas were wonderful to visit with, experts at the Galena history, restaurants and activities in and around Galena. Our daily breakfasts were all made with fresh ingredients expertly prepared! Cocktail hour was just as exceptional. Our room was beautiful, impeccably clean, with a beautiful view of their many flower gardens. The house was well laid out with many options for relaxation. All of our fellow guests were wowed by their stay, we all voiced the exceptional service, beautiful breakfasts and witty conversation with our hosts. I will always remember what a warm and inviting visit we enjoyed with Robert and Douglas. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan, La Grange Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The innkeepers had luxury hotel experience from Chicago and it showed. Place was beautiful, perfectly maintained. Service was impeccable. Breakfast was delicious. They think of everything. There are even things to purchase, like bottles of wine, even though it's a B & B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Robert and Douglas care about your stay, are personable and friendly. They want you to enjoy the stay! The entire experience of the stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was both me and my partners first time staying at a bed & breakfast and The Aldrich set the bar high! Very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly inn keepers. Offered afternoon refreshments. Breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Aldrich Guest House

Comfortable room, great breakfasts, and tasty drinks each evening. And, the owners were friendly and interesting to talk with. Also a convenient location - just a ten minute walk to Main Street. Very nice BnB in a very cute town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved everything about our stay at the Aldrich house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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