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Grant Hills Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Galena with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Grant Hills Motel offers relaxation and convenience with a seasonal outdoor pool and in-room WiFi. Laundry facilities save time on longer trips, and the 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is always available.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Triple Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Basic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Basic Single Room, Mountain View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room, Mountain View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Galena is home to Grant Hills Motel. Grant Home and West Street Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galena Golf Club and Eagle Ridge Resort Golf.
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9372 US Hwy 20 W, Galena, IL, 61036

What's nearby

  • Grant Home - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Grant Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Old Market House - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Grant Hills Motel

Property highlights
Grant Hills Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Grant Hills Motel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Decks/patios, separate sitting areas, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
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
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to November 01

Property is also known as

Grant Hills Motel Hotel
Grant Hills Motel Galena
Grant Hills Motel Hotel Galena

Frequently asked questions

Does Grant Hills Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Grant Hills Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Grant Hills Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grant Hills Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Grant Hills Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grant Hills Motel located?

Situated in Galena, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Grant Home, Grant Park, and Washburne House Historic Site. Belvedere Mansion and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Grant Hills Motel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a last minute trip and we were looking for a cheap stay. For the price it was a very nice place and made for a nice weekend trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and close to Main Street! Will come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean neat and comfortable. Nothing fancy but a great value for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outdoor pool was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, helpful, pool accommodations were great ,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pool was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t expecting a motel to be so nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old motel but you get what you pay for with a low price. Pet friendly & that’s we stayed here. Great outdoor space on the backside of the motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's always clean and quiet. I love having picnic areas with grills and a fire pit. Just a really nice place to stay and literally minutes from downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect room for my family of 6
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Suki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is nice, and the staff was very friendly. However, the condition of the room could be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, quick check in. Comfortable beds. The town has so many bars, shops, restaurants. Would return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older charm beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ash

This was more than I was expecting for a roadside motel! Excellent, friendly service, clean and quiet rooms and facilities, and they accomodated an extra early check in. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have not stayed for a few years but was not disappointed with the current owners. Pool was nice and warm and clean just like the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The walls are dirty. More fire pits. We had to wait all night for the one.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Surprised it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Disliked: Amenities
rather old and small for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable and the staff was very nice and very convenient to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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