The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Single Room (Viola) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie) | Room amenity

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Garden View (Lene) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this bed and breakfast

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast
Coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a library are available at this bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Garden

Map of Galena, IL

Nearby attractions

Maquoketa Caves State Park

26.3 mi

Long Hollow Canopy Tours

8.5 mi

Crystal Lake Cave

9.7 mi

Galena - Jo Daviess County Historical Society

0.3 mi

Available Rooms

Single Room (Bess)

1 Queen • 182 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room (Viola)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room (Amanda)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

1 Queen • 279 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

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9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL

4-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Garden

Map of Galena, IL

Nearby attractions

Maquoketa Caves State Park

26.3 mi

Long Hollow Canopy Tours

8.5 mi

Crystal Lake Cave

9.7 mi

Galena - Jo Daviess County Historical Society

0.3 mi

Available Rooms

Single Room (Bess)

1 Queen • 182 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room (Viola)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room (Amanda)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

1 Queen • 193 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

1 Queen • 279 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0

Outstanding(52 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Great place to stay

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Beautifully restored Victorian house, within walking distance to main shopping street. Victorian decor not really my taste but I appreciate the details.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Downtown Galena is a 2block walk. The rooms were beautiful and very quiet. Breakfast was fantastic also

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Great experience all around.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

It's very quaint and comfortable and I liked the family-style breakfast in the morning as all of the guests were able to talk to each other. The host was also nice as well and I enjoyed the various activities (such as the morning coffee and evening wine cheese tea) and things to do.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Carol & Katie were excellent hosts

5.0 / 10.0

May 2023

our stay was amazing. clean old home emaculent furnishing. I think we were the last to make our reservations, because the B&B was full for the 3 days that we stayed. I did not see any other rooms available when I booked. we had a smaller room with a queen size bed, but very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent was able to meet new people and was very entertaining. all of them were repeat guests and some even knew each other from previous visits. This was our first time going to Galena I am going to make sure it is not my last. over all one of the best mini vacations we have ever had. By the way Galina was #1 also did not have a bad meal in 3 days that we stayed, full of things to do and see.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

We enjoyed our stay very much there. We love the old house and all the stuff that goes with it. The staff was wonderful. The food was great. We really enjoyed ourselves.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Cute little Bed and Breakfast close to all the shopping. Breakfast was astounding.

1.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

CAUTION! Don't stay here if you are sensitive to mold!!! Or have allergies or asthma. On our recent stay we encountered horrible air quality conditions. We had a two night stay planned and left a night early, opting to stay at another local hotel. When we brought this manager's attention they did nothing to make improvements (switching rooms/ airing out the room), or a refund. We attempted to communicate all of this with the owner and have yet to receive a response(and it's been a few weeks) On a positive note, the cookies they put out were fantastic!

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

This was the first time my wife and I stayed at a Bed and Breakfast. We were very impressed with everything from the check-in to check-out. The Steamboat House is very impressive and historic. Our room was very nice and the breakfasts we were served were excellent. The Steamboat House is only a 5 minute walk to downtown, so we did not move our car during our 2 night stay. We will definitely be going back to the Steamboat House during our next stay in Galena. Carol's hospitality made this a very pleasant trip.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Owner was excellent and very accommodating

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Everything about our stay met our expectations. Great host, beautiful gardens, interior wonderfully decorated, with main level having both a piano and billiard room. Breakfast was scrumptious.

4.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

First time staying at a BB. Had a pleasant time. Inn keepers were kind and helpful.

4.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

There are quite a few bed and breakfast places in Galena. It is an old historic home, the inside was decorated nicely, we made use of the pool room which was fun. One suggestion would be to clean up the large front porch a bit, hide the bottle of round up, etc. This is the first impression and the front porch could be such a great focal point. The breakfast each day was very good and it was nice to meet and talk with the other guests. The location was great, just a few blocks from downtown. Overall a nice place.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Beautiful rooms and excellent breakfast.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful Historic B&B within walking distance to downtown. Awesome breakfast that caters to guest's health needs.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Enjoyed the breakfast and the pool table. Very convenient walk to Main Street.

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Enjoyed the breakfast and the pool table. Very convenient walk to Main Street.

5.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

We highly recommend The Steamboat House! We stayed at here on our first trip to Galena and we’re so impressed. We hadn’t ever stayed at a Bed & Breakfast so weren’t really sure what to expect but couldn’t have had a better experience. Everything was very clean and Covid friendly! Carol is so kind and welcoming. The home is beautiful and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. The wine at 5 PM was a lovely time to explore the beautiful house. You can see the amount of care Carol puts into everything with the seasonal decorations and the pristine condition of the house. We stayed in Viola and really appreciated the fireplace in our room and morning coffee right outside the door! We will definitely be back!

4.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

Being at the Steamboat House Bed and Breakfast felt like travelling in the time machine. What a beautifully maintained place. We particularly enjoyed the library, with its floor to ceiling shelves filled with books and decorations. The room was charming; however, we with there was a table for extra convenience. The wine and cheese plate in the evening was a nice touch. The biggest let down was the breakfast, consisting of coffee, fruit juice, small fruit bowl, and a muffin. Some eggs and sausages would be nice.

4.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

2.5 / 10.0

Mar 2020

The breakfast was exceptional, and lots of it. Wine and cheese, and cookies and beverage offerings were a nice touch throughout our day. The period decor of the house filled our stay with interesting discoveries in every room.

5.0 / 10.0

Mar 2020

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2020

Quiet, peaceful, great weekend escape. The house was exciting and decorated so well. Our room had a fire place which made the experience much more cozy. The wine time with cheese made the house feel like a vacation just hanging out.

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2020

5.0 / 10.0

Jan 2020

The Steamboat House has a great location, within an easy walk of Main Street. The home has lots of features to enjoy like the billiards and movie collection. We stayed in Lene and were very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious each morning, but I could not enjoy the full breakfast on either day. I do wish we were told in advance what would be served or were asked about dietary needs.

5.0 / 10.0

Dec 2019

Beautiful, excellent food and Carol is wonderful. We met 6 new friends. Will go again. Dawn O'Regan

2.5 / 10.0

Dec 2019

Beautiful, excellent food and Carol is wonderful. We met 6 new friends. Will go again.Dawn ORegan

2.5 / 10.0

Oct 2019

A great location for exploring Galena and the surrounding area. Good breakfast, comfortable room and we enjoyed the Halloween decorations throughout the house. This was our second stay and would definitely recommend staying at this bed and breakfast.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

We loved all the Halloween decorations dispersed throughout the house. We loved the fresh coffee at 7:30am. We loved the fantastic breakfasts. We loved the cookies in the evening. We enjoyed our linens, comfortable bed with out fireplace in our room. We loved the location to walk into town. Thank you to Carol and her daughter for a fabulous time!

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Carol was a great host . Nice big suite and comfy bed.

5.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Beautiful decor. Friendly and welcoming proprietor. Delicious breakfast. Personalized service. We received a call within an hour of checking out that we had left something behind so we were able to retrieve it easily. Highly recommend!!

5.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

This house was amazingly furnished. Our room was very comfortable and coffee bar was right outside the door. Served wine around 4:00 which we looked forward to. Beds were comfortable and only had one problem with a hair dryer and outlet, but that was quickly solved. I would stay here again. It's so close to downtown Galena and very quiet.

2.5 / 10.0

Mar 2019

It was great very friendly people. Beautiful antique furniture and house.

2.5 / 10.0

Feb 2019

Our first B&B experience. The small staff was very friendly, and even emailed before the stay to ask about food allergies. Coffee and hot water in carafes just outside the bedrooms at 7:00 was handy. Breakfast was big and tasty. Location just a block away from Route 20, but very quiet. Library filled with wonderful books, games, and movies. Staff was very accommodating to our schedule, and really knew the area. Room was comfortable, and attached bathroom included a shower. You can charge some phones with the alarm clock. Wi-fi and phone reception seemed fine. Our wintertime stay gave us a good idea of icy weather in a hilly region! Staff arranged for multiple applications of salt, sand, and a bit of gravel for the sake of good traction in the driveway and small parking area. Although this was a couple's trip, the set-up would be perfect for a girls' weekend, as the guest rooms are all on the 2nd floor, with a central parlor with chairs and cards.

2.5 / 10.0

Jan 2019

Great location. Wonderful hostess. Excellent accommodations. Highly recommend.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2018

Among the best B&Bs I have stayed in. Beautiful home, very clean and comfortable. Very good breakfasts. Appreciated the information about the surrounding area that was in our room and led us to explore a new area outside Galena. Within walking distance of Main Street which was perfect for attending the Halloween parade and walking tor dinner Friday night. Would definitely return and recommend to friends.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Galena?

The average price for a rental in Galena is $236 per night. This rental is $30 above the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and tv.

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The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Galena, IL

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Single Room (Bess)

Single Room (Viola)

Single Room (Amanda)

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Bed and Breakfast in Galena, IL

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of Galena, IL

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Single Room (Bess)

Single Room (Viola)

Single Room (Amanda)

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Galena?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

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