Chestnut Mountain Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly ski-in/ski-out resort with 2 restaurants

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Property amenity
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
8700 W Chestnut Mountain Rd, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Two Queens

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 435 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard 2 Queen Beds

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard King Bed

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Galena

Near the slopes.At this Galena resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chestnut Mountain Resort and 6 miles (10 km) of Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge. Mississippi River and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve - 14 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Belvedere Mansion - 18 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Grant Home - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 29 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Off Shore Bar & Grill - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Richman's Cafe - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪River Ridge Brewing - ‬65 min drive

About this property

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Family-friendly ski-in/ski-out resort with 2 restaurants
Have fun with onsite winter activities, including downhill skiing and snowboarding and in warmer months, enjoy mountain biking and ziplining. Conveniences like ski storage, skiing lessons, and ski equipment rentals allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the resort's bar.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. Public spaces have free WiFi. This ski resort also offers an indoor pool and ski passes. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Galena resort is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Chestnut Mountain Resort offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available for a fee: USD 9 to 16 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat tours
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Segway rentals/tours
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowboarding
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9.00 to 16.00 per person
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Chestnut Mountain
Chestnut Mountain Galena
Chestnut Mountain Resort
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Chestnut Mountain Hotel Galena
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chestnut Mountain Resort to the airport?

Chestnut Mountain Resort is 31.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chestnut Mountain Resort.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Chestnut Mountain Resort, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9.00 and 16.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort have a pool?

Chestnut Mountain Resort features an indoor pool.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Chestnut Mountain Resort to downtown Galena?

Chestnut Mountain Resort is 7 mi away from Galena.

Chestnut Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Tranquil setting near Galena

Great resort close to Galena and wineries. Friendly staff and good food at decent prices. Rooms were clean but not fancy but overall worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs in multiple rooms. Had to move twice at midnight with no help or cart. Staff was rude and was Only offered a partial refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Astrid

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Clean, fairly comfortable, and very convenient to stay on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Bed was comfortable and room was reasonably clean. Unfortunately had a bacon grease smell we could not get rid of. Ski area was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

IOANNIS

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jaimuthukumar

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was okay no room service though we stayed for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dale, Milford

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fun stay at Chestnut Mountain Resort. The facility is out dated and has an old feel, but our room was tidy. The bathroom was very small. We had a family gathering over the weekend. Several of us went skiing and had a good time. The rest of us played games. The large gathering room closed when the ski hill closed. We were disappointed because we wanted to continue to play games after skiing. We had a large group and needed tables to play our games. The lady that told us the room was going to close was very rude and demanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dafina

Traveled with family and small children
Nicely positioned resort on the ski slopes. Ideal for a weekend getaway for families
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very rundown and the room smelled of disinfectant. The hostess in the restaurant was very unprofessional and rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick ski trip

The resort was great for skiing in and out. Overall the staff was friendly and helpful. The property does not have an elevator making it hard to bring luggage and ski equipment upstairs. The building overall and the room we stayed could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Cedar Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

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

Will stay again

Great experience with great service and amenities. Will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place offers disc golf! Another wonderful option to enjoy the outdoors for free. They charge rental fee for the disks if you forget to bring your set but; otherwise, FREE to play! Meander thru their part of Illinois with the fall colors as your backdrop. Have the Mississippi River on your right the sun on your left and the wind blowing behind you! It is heaven. We'd go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024