Grant Hills Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Galena with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Front of property
Basic Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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9372 US Hwy 20 W, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Place, Grant Home
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Belvedere Mansion
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grant Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Single Room, Mountain View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Galena

Located within a mile (2 km) of Grant Home, Grant Hills Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Grant Park. This 33-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Grant Home - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Grant Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Washburne House Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Grant Hills Motel

Hotel in Galena with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
At Grant Hills Motel, guests have access to a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sitting areas, free newspapers, and free long-distance calls are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to November 01.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Grant Hills Motel Hotel
Grant Hills Motel Galena
Grant Hills Motel Hotel Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Grant Hills Motel?

Grant Hills Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Grant Hills Motel?

This hotel is located in Galena within a short 19-minute walk of Grant Home. You'll also find Grant Park and Belvedere Mansion within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Grant Hills Motel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Grant Hills Motel include a casino?

No, Grant Hills Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grant Hills Motel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 until November 01.

Is Grant Hills Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Grant Hills Motel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Grant Hills Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Grant Hills Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Grant Hills Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Grant Hills Motel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay.

Does Grant Hills Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Grant Hills Motel?

The closest major airport to Grant Hills Motel is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 23.7 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Grant Hills Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Grant Hills Motel comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Grant Hills Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 175 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night.=nicely remodeled, very clean and convenient. The wall heater/ air unit is loud. Otherwise all was good!! Found out when leaving there's a kitchen for quests to use downstairs, very nice! Had not known about though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MARGARET RESNICK

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very easy, the young man at the front desk was very friendly. The firepit was a great way to spend time with friends at the end of the day. The room was a little dingy and one of the beds had what appeared to be sand in it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in Grant Hills Motel, very safe and relaxing place to stay for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Neal

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for me but could be fine

I checked in and Ronny at the front desk was helpful and kind. The room was very nostalgic looking but once I saw the potential black mold on the lamp shades and the window that wasn’t fully closed I immediately didn’t want to stay. The bed was also not comfortable and the walls are paper thin. I was there about 20 minutes and went to the desk and said I didn’t want to stay. They did refund me quickly and there was no issue. Sad I couldn’t stay - it’s super cute. Maybe my room was just the dud.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has been updated with an outdoor poor and fire pit. For a nights stay it was great. Refrigerator and microwave in the room. Small room but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Lake Barrington

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the firepit in the rear! Rooms are small but clean! Stayed there several times!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safe and comforting

I feel very comfortable here and the people are very friendly and helpful. The things they offer as a family stay is great. I have been here 2 times now and will stay there again on some upcoming trips with family and friends
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

don

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!!! Housekeeper very sweet and helpful. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie A

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was convenient and affordable to downtown Galena.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second stay. Consistent experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cosme

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

brian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
not the cleanest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kari

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

Great place to lay your head.

Basic motel room. No frills.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arselia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not like anything about this property. Staff that we had to call for service to begin. insisted that I need to pay again when I had the receipt in my hands. Beds are awful and super uncomfortable, Web sight said I had a mountain view, I look out the window and saw trees from the ground to the sky. Please show me where in Illinois is there a mountain? I have lived here all my life and do not know of mountains in the flat lands. Web sight said that I had a queen bed, it was a Full size bed. Very upsetting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean neat and comfortable. Nothing fancy but a great value for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel is clean, manager & staff are very welcoming and can’t beat the location. Rooms are ok esp since we don’t spend much time in the room while sightseeing anyways, but could use an update. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a last minute trip and we were looking for a cheap stay. For the price it was a very nice place and made for a nice weekend trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and close to Main Street! Will come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inger

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan, ROCHELLE

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025