Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

3.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Grant Home
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Dinner served, Irish cuisine
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Dinner served, Irish cuisine

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9853 US-20, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Grant Home
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Grant Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬
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Room options

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(133 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galena

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion. This 3.5-star hotel has 76 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Grant Home - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grant Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Market House - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Grant Home
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. There's free parking and a free area shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
49-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, coffee makers, and phones are also available.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). The spa is open select days.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Frank O'Dowd's Pub

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 3,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 27.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Hot tub access

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Irish Cottage & Suites Galena
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Hotel
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Galena
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Hotel Galena

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

As of Jul 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites on Jul 29, 2025 start from $107.1, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

This hotel is located in Galena, a short 11-minute walk from Grant Home and also 14 minutes on foot from Belvedere Mansion. You'll also find Grant Park and Washburne House Historic Site less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites include a casino?

No, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites serves free buffet breakfast at Frank O'Dowd's Pub each morning.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional), which is 23.4 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites.

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 879 out of 1161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1161 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really lovely stay. I have no complaints and it was even cost-effective! Hot breakfast was great, and we loved tea time with scones in the late afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sungjoon

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

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to relax in the evening and explore beautiful Galena during the day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Irish pub and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will bw staying here sgain
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norm and Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was a delight. The inn was very attractive with nice sitting areas. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. A continental breakfast and plated breakfast were included with your room and served in the pub dining area. We loved our stay and would recommend it to anyone visiting Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S. Elaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vintage!!!! Beautiful fireplaces in Library and breakfast room, detailed wood panels and cozy seating areas. pool, spa, and exercise room, clean and spacious. My Queen Suite featured beautiful decor and modern bath, very happy with my stay! Wonderful hotel and restaurant staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Realknice

Awesome stay all around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Irish Cottage Inn. Check in was a breeze, and the facility itself very cute to explore. Their afternoon tea offering was a nice addition to their outstanding breakfast. We had dinner at Frank O'Dowd's and enjoyed the décor and live music. The dinner and drinks were great, and it was nice to walk back to our room after a fun day in Galena. My only complaint is that the bed could use a mattress pad as they were not the best. However, the room was quiet, with very clean and new bathroom. A very short drive to downtown Galena. We will certainly consider a repeat stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Continuous shuttle to down town area, no long wait.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet hotel. We visited mid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

DEFINITELY A PLACE IN MY HEART

It was a such wonderful place & our visit was much too short. However we will definitely return there. This was a anniversary getaway for us. Many things in town are closed in town on Mondays but we always made it work regardless. The Irish Cottage staff were absolutely great & willing to help in any way. Plus they serve a nice hot breakfast that is included in room. We loved the all the Irish decor down to the imitation coal burning fireplaces (one of my favorite things) & the restaurant is so cozy. We were quite impressed with their outststanding library & collections. We left with great memories of this charming place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was super cute and the staff was friendly. We enjoyed the food and entertainment at the restaurant. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and pretty building. Very old looking but rooms are nicely equipped with USB ports, bathroom is remodeled adequately. Feels like you are in an old European hotel. Amenities are ok. Breakfast is ok. Service was ok. Shuttle is available and other than a potential 15 minute or so wait, very convenient. The attached pub does have amazing food at dinner. Best Reuben I’ve had in many many years. Live music was ok. Overall good hotel but nothing outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025