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Belle Aire Mansion Guest House

3.0 star property
Southern hospitality shines at this charming B&B where guests start their day with a homemade breakfast before relaxing near the outdoor barbecue area

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Belle Aire Mansion Guest House offers a peaceful rural retreat with thoughtful amenities. Enjoy a free full breakfast, browse books in the cozy library, or connect to WiFi in common areas. Helpful staff can arrange weddings, and the outdoor barbecue area is perfect to unwind.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Individually decorated, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Blue)

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Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Canopy Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Ruthie's Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Victorian Room)

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Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Garden Vue Suite) | Individually decorated, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden Vue Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage, Private Bathroom (The Bungalow)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Galena, Belle Aire Mansion Guest House is in a rural area and near the airport. Old Blacksmith Shop and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Market House and Dowling House. Linmar Gardens and Dubuque Art Center are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and ski equipment rentals, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Galena travel guide
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Map
11410 Rte 20 W, Galena, IL, 61036

What's nearby

  • Grant Park
    Grant Park
    6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion
    Belvedere Mansion
    6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Casino hotel and convention center by Upper Mississippi on calm misty morning at Dubuque Iowa
    Q Casino
    18 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Galena Golf Club
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    14 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    3 min drive
  • Culver's
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Bread & Vine
    5 min drive
  • Fried Green Tomatoes
    6 min drive

About this property

Belle Aire Mansion Guest House

Bed & breakfast in a rural location
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House provides amenities like free full breakfast and a library. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free internet.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1836
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 1 2026 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Belle Aire Mansion Guest House B&B Galena
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House B&B
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House Galena
Belle Aire Mansion Galena
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House Galena
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House Bed & breakfast
Belle Aire Mansion Guest House Bed & breakfast Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is Belle Aire Mansion Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Belle Aire Mansion Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Belle Aire Mansion Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Belle Aire Mansion Guest House located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Galena Golf Club and within 3 mi (5 km) of J Dubuque Monument and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum. Old Market House and Dowling House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Belle Aire Mansion Guest House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 434 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts are very pleasant. Breakfasts were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality was excellent. The host took the time to answer all my questions related to the planning of my trip. The breakfast meals prepared by the host were delicious. I will certainly recommend this property to any friends or family who are vacationing in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful location and quiet and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy place. Extremely welcoming and acommodating hosts, great breakfast. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Excellent service, very friendly folks. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilda

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

Friendly and comfortable B&B

Lovely B&B. Clean, spacious. Host was very personable. Made us feel right at home. Breakfasts were delicious. Highly recommend hotel belleaire mansion guest house
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorraine and her husband, Jan, are excellent hosts! Our stay felt like we were visiting family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic house with elegant room choices, terrific breakfast, 24 hour snacks and delightful hosts. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The House in the Country is an exceptional B&B. Christina and John are fabulous hosts. and chef—the big breakfast was wonderful! Our room was full with antique furnishings. The large bathroom had a plethora of toiletries. She and
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were so sweet and upgraded our room to a suite for free since it was open. And made us the best breakfast in the morning. I'll be back in the summer for sure to have coffee on that balcony porch 😍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were fantastic! They were so hospitable and welcoming 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience with little extra touches. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Outstanding bed and breakfast

Wonderful experience. We stayed in the Garden Vue Suite and were extremely happy with the room. It was very spacious and charmingly decorated. Our hosts Cass and Steve were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast both mornings was delicious. We will definitely stay there again if we are in the Galena area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorainne and Jan are the most wonderful hosts! They are very friendly and I felt welcomed the second I walked through the front door. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Scott!

Great hosts, great service, great food. Great Scott!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely B&B with great hosts

My husband and I had a wonderful time in Galena. Lorraine and her husband were perfect hosts who made us feel at home. Breakfast was excellent. The B&B is not walking distance from downtown, but there are shops and a good Mexican restaurant nearby. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

The owners are very personable providing freshly baked chocolate chip cookies in the room. They go above & beyond our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice and rooms reasonably priced. The breakfast was good. Cass, the innkeeper was very sweet, friendly and helpful. Her twins are adorable. However, I think that the towels need an upgrade and bathroom essentials should be included even if that means that she raises her prices. Also, some additional lighting is needed on the front of the property to be easier to find. My overall stay was great! Thanks again Cass and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful stay, gracious hosts

We had an amazing stay at the Belle Aire Mansion. Lorraine was beyond welcoming. My sister and I enjoyed our rooms, the morning on the veranda, a delicious breakfast. Lorraine ensured breakfast met my sister's dietary needs. We enjoyed "gabbing" with Lorraine and Jan and all the thoughtful touches.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Staff & service

Great service but very small room and bathroom

The Owner is very nice and friendly, breakfast was fantastic but the room is very small , tiny bathroom and uncomfortable bed. Overall it was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I cannot say enough about our stay at Belle Aire Mansion. Loraine and Jun are the most charming hosts that I have ever had. The BnB is the best. Her breakfast were terrific. They were both very entertaining and valued our visit with them. They were very appreciative of our visit and I would not hesitate to go back there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorraine, Jan & Lexie are fantastic hosts. Extremel knowledgeable of the area. Our breakfast was delicious. The only downer was having to leave our favorite town & our favorite hosts and new friends. We will be back to the Belle Aire just as soon as we can.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Steve and Cass and kids are very friendly,The food was wonderful. They also had snacks and coffee readily available. Chocolate chip cookies fresh out of the oven at night. The house is old but a lot of charm. For persons with difficulty climbing stairs there is a bungalow with a ramp,behind the home. Our room was small bed squeaky, but they did have bigger rooms . We were not in the room very much . The town has a lot of history and things to explore nearby. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

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

A Gracious Gem

Belle Aire is a gracious old mansion kept in pristine condition by Lorraine and Jan who have operated it for decades. Some of the rooms are enormous, others a bit more intimate. Lorraine puts her heart into her breakfasts, which are not only delicious, but also presented with a certain flair. As you approach from Hwy 20, you may wonder about the business development nearby. I can assure you that is all quite irrelevant once you step in the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023