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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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

Traditional Room

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

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

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

Premium Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Dowling House - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬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 luggage storage and securing valuables. 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.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites on Jan 4, 2026 start from $82.49, 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.

Will I be able to park 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

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, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book 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. 938 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1242 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

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, nice place, breakfast was good. Quiet as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a cute hotel. The library in it feels cozy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family

Mini vacation stay at Irish Cottage, Galena IL

Great clean unique hotel. Loved all the Irish culture and ambiance. The attached bar, Frank O’Dowds, is a wonderful unique Irish pub. We saw a great band on Friday & Saturday nights. The pub is the same place you go for their continental breakfast; don’t wait too long to eat because breakfast favorites will run out fast. The room are very comfortable and clean. The bathroom toilets could be upgraded to a higher, handicap accessible height. Overall great stay, great staff and servers. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kitzia

I always stay here when in galena. Convenient location, clean, friendly staff, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well run, staff was very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms. Felt like an Irish cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed going to the pub.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Very comfortable. Loved the Irish Pub attached and fun band playing Friday & Saturday. Free shuttle service into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here. We like the shuttle service to downtown, the pub and it’s nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay. The staff was awesome and it was great to have transportation back and forth to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Geri

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay; less than 10 minutes to town. Staff very friendly and the breakfasts were delicious. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacy

The Inn is just getting very run down. The Irish Pub/Restaurant is showing its age. We paid a lot for a sub par hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa, kenosha

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

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Light fixture in the room was broken, front desk staff on one day was short and gruff in their responses. Otherwise the hotel was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025