The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only B&B with free WiFi

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Front of property
Single Room (Bess) | Balcony
Gazebo
Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie) | Room amenity
Single Room (Amanda) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
605 S Prospect St, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Popular LocationBelvedere Mansion6 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Market House12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrant Home12 min walk
  • AirportDubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)28 min drive

Room options

Single Room (Viola)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room (Bess)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 182 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 279 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room (Amanda)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Galena

In shopping district.Within a 10-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Belvedere Mansion and West Street Sculpture Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Belvedere Mansion - 6 min walk
  • Grant Park - 11 min walk
  • Old Market House - 12 min walk
  • Grant Home - 12 min walk
  • Dowling House - 15 min walk

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
  • Kaladi's 925 Coffee Bar - 9 min walk
  • Fried Green Tomatoes - 15 min walk

About this property

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

4-star adults-only B&B with free WiFi
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 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.

Languages

English

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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. 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 each 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast to the airport?

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast is 22.5 mi (29-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast on May 28, 2024 start from $240.0, excluding 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.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offer free breakfast?

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers free full breakfast every day from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

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

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have a pool?

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast does not have a pool.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast to downtown Galena?

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast is 0.4 mi away from Galena.

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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