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Hotel Galena

2.0 star property
Hotel in Galena with free breakfast

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Terrace/patio
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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Hotel Galena, in a prime shopping district, offers a peaceful retreat with free continental breakfast. Guests enjoy garden views, a spa tub, and in-room WiFi. Express check-in and concierge services make exploring nearby shops easy.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Classic Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Single Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Basic Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Deluxe Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Single Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Junior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Junior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Grand Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
324 Spring St, Galena, IL, 61036

What's nearby

  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grant Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Market House - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grant Home - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Hotel Galena

Hotel in a shopping district
Hotel Galena provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Expedia mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 20.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Galena Hotel
Hotel Galena Galena
Hotel Galena Hotel Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Galena pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Galena?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Galena?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Galena?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Galena located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Linmar Gardens, Belvedere Mansion, and West Street Sculpture Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Hotel Galena Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 221 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very personable and attentive. The hotel was clean and updated. We really enjoyed our stay there and will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this boutique hotel. It is within walking distance of downtown Galena. The staff was friendly and helpful with accommodations and recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great staff, nice quaint little place, very “boutique”, on a busy road
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room, will stay with them again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

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

Relaxing get away

Wonderful staff replyed to our needs to keep us happy and heard. Clean and comfortable rooms. Breakfast area was a little small but they kept it well stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Denise was very nice checking us in. Nate was in touch for anything. Great place! The bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boutiquey hotel was the perfect place for our first time in Galena. A short walking distance from Main St., its traditional/modern aesthetic was very welcoming. It’s very clean and the staff and owners are so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. It's welcoming, comfortable, and we really liked our room. Nate met us upon arrival and was very warm & friendly & professional. Everything was as advertised and we highly recommend Hotel Galena. We are planning a return to Galena and the staying at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the old feel and the friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful relaxing hotel. Definitely in our plans to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique property, well maintained and clean. Nate (the owner) was very helpful - everything from keeping us up to date about check in via text and even carrying our bags to our room!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Great place to stay!

We were very happy with our stay. Wonderful suite. Nick made our stay perfect, he works so hard with caring for our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, clean, great location. Definitely will be back !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nate was a fantastic host & breakfast each morning was lovely. Quick walk to all the shops and restaurants. You can’t beat the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute hotel. Everything you need. Close to all Galena has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Highly recommend!

Fantastic stay! I travelled with my young daughter for a little mom/daughter getaway. Hotel Galena was so sweet! Accommodations were extremely comfortable and welcoming. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. The manager Nate was fantastic and very welcoming. The room was cozy and very clean. Fireplace and jacuzzi, comfortable bed and chairs.About 2 blocks to restaurants and great shopping. Stay there. You will love it . Great continental breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was INCREDIBLE
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here again. Quaint, very clean, and unique. Nate was extremely helpful, suggesting excellent places to eat. He carried our bags from our car and to an upper level room for us!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breeanna

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

Great hotel and location

We absolutely loved Hotel Galena. Nate, the owner is so hospitable. The rooms were cute, comfortable. Nate goes all out for the comfort of the rooms. Comfy beds, Google for music, smart TVs with all the streaming services. Quick walk to the fun Main Street of Galena and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Cozy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely hotel. Close to the town. Easy parking. Cozy and clean room. Friendly owner. Definitely it’s a great experience to stay overnight when you visit galena.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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