Featuring free WiFi, Aldrich Guest House is set in Galena, 400 metres from Belvedere Mansion, and a 5 minute walk to Main Street. Complementary full breakfast is available to all guests. Some units include a seating area where you can relax. The rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. Central air conditioning is features on all of the units. There is a shared lounge at the property serving daily hors d’oeuvres, wine, Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and homemade cookies. Galena Historic District is 500 metres from Aldrich Guest House, while Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum is 600 metres away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Galena
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tim
    United States United States
    Our hosts were great! They were extremely friendly and informative. The rooms were clean, quiet and well-appointed with nice linens and toiletries. The breakfasts were scrumptious and beautifully displayed.
  • Christy
    United States United States
    Robert & Douglas were fabulous hosts. The Aldrich House was magnificent. Breakfasts were delicious. Beds were dreamy. Location was walking distance to the Visitor’s Center, Grant Park, Trolley, Grants House, Washburn House, Belvedere Mansion,...
  • Jay
    United States United States
    House was clean, well organized, and within easy walking distance to downtown.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Douglas and Robert

Company review score: 10Based on 50 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are the sixth owners of the Aldrich Guest House, which was one of the first Galena homes converted to a Bed and Breakfast in 1984. We both grew up in the Midwest – Douglas in Rushville, Indiana and Robert in Monroe, Michigan. College and employment brought both of us to Chicago in 2003. After being partnered for 5 years we were married in February of 2012 with the legalization of equal marriage in Illinois. In 2010, both of us shifted our customer service careers to hospitality, a field we were both interested in for some time, and quickly became passionate about – Douglas at Westin Michigan Avenue and Robert at W Lakeshore then Trump International Hotel and Tower Chicago. Shortly after, we began making plans for our own bed and breakfast which we planned to open in Chicago until we fell in love with Galena. Coming to Galena was like coming home for us, with the perfect mix of the rural life we enjoyed growing up and the city life we grew to love in Chicago.

Property information

At Aldrich Guest House Bed and Breakfast, Galena’s #1 rated bed and breakfast, you will find elegance and luxury perfectly blended with modern sophistication, graceful references to the storied history of the mansion, and unsurpassed professional, intuitive, yet unobtrusive service.

Neighbourhood information

Only a 5 minute walk to Main Street, you are perfectly situated to enjoy the Galena trifecta of “Eating, Shopping, and Drinking” or to explore the stunning surrounding hills by hiking, biking, or skiing. We are a perfect getaway to simply enjoy time together with your special someone, or to have a friends or family reunion. Whatever your reason for visiting Galena, Aldrich Guest House Bed and Breakfast is the ideal home away from home.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Aldrich Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Aldrich Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Mastercard Visa Discover Aldrich Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Aldrich Guest House

  • Room options at Aldrich Guest House include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Aldrich Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Aldrich Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Bowling
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Pub crawls
    • Live music/performance
    • Happy hour

  • Check-in at Aldrich Guest House is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at Aldrich Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free

  • Aldrich Guest House is 750 yards from the centre of Galena. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.