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The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast

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Front of property
Single Room (Viola)
Library
Single Room (Bess) | Balcony
Billiards

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June

Explore the area

Map
605 S Prospect St, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Grant Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Grant Home
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room (Viola)

Single Room (Viola)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room (Bess)

Single Room (Bess)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 26 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room (Amanda)

Single Room (Amanda)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Galena

At The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Belvedere Mansion and West Street Sculpture Park. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers in the lobby and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 9 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Galena B&B include Linmar Gardens and Washburne House Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Grant Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Market House - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dowling House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grant Home - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Galena bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1855
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1855
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Galena
Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast
Steamboat House Galena
Steamboat House
The Steamboat House Bed Breakfast
The Steamboat House & Galena
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Galena
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast on 25 Jun 2025 start from NZ$357.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast.

Is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast family-friendly?

No, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast is an adults-only property.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

No, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property restoration was very good. They put in a lot of work to decorate for the holiday. The owner was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored Victorian house, within walking distance to main shopping street. Victorian decor not really my taste but I appreciate the details.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downtown Galena is a 2block walk. The rooms were beautiful and very quiet. Breakfast was fantastic also
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great experience all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carol & Katie were excellent hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joerg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little Bed and Breakfast close to all the shopping. Breakfast was astounding.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

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

MOLD ISSUES!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

First Time Bed And Breakfast Patrons

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John, Sugar Grove

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was excellent and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Twyla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time staying at a BB. Had a pleasant time. Inn keepers were kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kim

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

Labor Day Getaway

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Historic B&B within walking distance to downtown. Awesome breakfast that caters to guest's health needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the breakfast and the pool table. Very convenient walk to Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely. Just what I imagined a Victorian home to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha, Chicago, IL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020