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Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck and a railing. - Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (Galena)
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A lobby with a reception desk, a blue seating area, and a mural on the wall. - Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (Galena)
A library with wooden bookshelves, a fireplace, and seating areas. - Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (Galena)
A bar area with wooden bar counters, red upholstered bar stools, and ornate chandeliers. - Irish Cottage Inn & Suites (Galena)
Located close to Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, a library, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Frank O'Dowd's Pub, serves dinner. In addition to a gym and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(201 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a blue checkered sofa, a bed with white linens, a small table with a plant, and framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table with chairs, a TV, and framed artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bathtub, a fireplace, a television, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

Premium Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Galena, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is in the business district. Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Chestnut Mountain Resort. Old Market House and Dowling House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Galena travel guide
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9853 US-20, Galena, IL, 61036

What's nearby

  • A two-story brick building with green shutters and a flagpole with an American flag.
    Grant Home
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A military cannon in a park with autumn trees and a statue in the background.
    Grant Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A large, ornate Victorian-style mansion with a prominent tower, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a decorative iron fence.
    Belvedere Mansion
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A building partially covered with green ivy.
    Dowling House
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A brick building with a green roof, a white door, and a sign that reads "Glenna Welcome Center".
    Old Market House
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Culver's
    6 min drive
  • Galena Roasters
    3 min drive
  • Blaum Bros Public House
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Frank O'Dowd's Pub

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 27.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Hot tub access

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites 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 Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

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

What time is check-out at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion. Grant Park and Old Market House are also within 1 mi (2 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

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1095 out of 1469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1469 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. Quiet room, comfy bed and wonderful shower. The restaurant and bar serve amazing food and drinks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and comfortable, great staff, delicious breakfast buffet. close to town. Always a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and property was excellent!!! People and workers were very friendly!!! Liked the shuttle to town especially the driver who took us!!all around a great stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dwaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, pool and jacuzzi were great. The inn is close grants house and not too far from town as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

doris

Liked: Staff & service
Enjoyed the coffee/tea bar and the breakfast was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place, especially the bar that was connected to it great atmosphere wonderful people nice breakfast very clean. Highly recommend going back to Galena again and staying at the Irish Cottage Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was welcoming and informed us about the free breakfast, the afternoon tea, and the entertainment in the Pub (Thursday thru Sunday). The hotel is very charming , food was good & the live entertainment on Thursday was excellent! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool and hot tub are great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent breakfast. Clean hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite staff....Really Great Stay.☺️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting Galena. The rooms are clean and spacious. The complimentary breakfast is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shuttle service to downtown was the best thing. The breakfast was terrible. The room was fine, but not worth the price we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Irish Cottage is exceptional in every way. The calm, impeccable rooms and common spaces make this hotel a comfortable haven.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and amenities. Loved the view from the back deck.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Free shuttle to town or you can walk which takes about 15 minutes . Excellent breakfast . Great Irish restaurant/ bar right next store . Nice pool and hot tub . Rooms are very comfortable,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and I loved the Irish Pub next door! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael, DeAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very high end feel to the lobby, library room and bedrooms. Very clean and up to date. Loved the carry through of the Irish theme throughout. Food at the restaurant was great and breakfast each morning , which was included, was very good. Easy to get to all the local places.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, check in and out was easy. The serving and dining staff were excellent, as was the food. Their Rueben is the best I’ve ever had, and breakfasts were great! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donavon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Nice restaurant Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

BRiAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall experience was good. The staff were nice, building & room was clean & well kept. I would stay again while visiting Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and quiet. Breakfast was very good. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every minute we were there was excellent. The employees were wonderful, the food and drinks exceptional, and the room was perfect. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place. Friendly staff from check in to breakfast to departure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Staff was very nice. Bar was nice and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026