Grant Hills Motel

2.5 star property
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Basic Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
(12 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 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

In Galena .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Galena hotel, you'll find Grant Home and Grant Park. Washburne House Historic Site and Belvedere Mansion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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
  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Old Market House - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Grant Hills Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Galena hotel
Grant Hills Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Galena hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Grant Hills Motel offers 33 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Galena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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

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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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, 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open April 01 and close November 01.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grant Hills Motel to the airport?

Grant Hills Motel is 23.7 mi (31-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grant Hills Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grant Hills Motel.

Does Grant Hills Motel offer free breakfast?

Grant Hills Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Grant Hills Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Grant Hills Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Grant Hills Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Grant Hills Motel have a pool?

Grant Hills Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Grant Hills Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Grant Hills Motel to downtown Galena?

Grant Hills Motel is 1.2 mi away from Galena.

Grant Hills Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 183 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

Cathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen, East Moline

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice small quiet hotel. Nothing fancy but clean and close to Galena downtown
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I immediately had to ask to be switched to another room upon arrival as my room smelled, and there was a big bug on the wall. The sidewalks were cracked and crumbling. One of the chairs in my room was filthy and had a giant burn in the center. I took a photo but I don't see how to download to this review. The floor of the shower was squishy and I felt like I was going to slip or fall over. I realize the rate for this motel was very inexpensive but I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

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

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Towels were prob from 1978 and the cockroaches were big. Otherwise there was a bed in the room. Should be $50 a night. Not sure why it’s over $150!?!?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, convenient and in our price range.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Nice big grassy area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bobbi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good place for very short stay. Rates have become very unreasonable per night for this old antiquated motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Autumn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, pleasant and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was covered in black mold due to extremely moldy air conditioning. I will be requesting a refund as I did not stay in that room and moved to a different hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were simple but clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the firepit at night. Only a 5 minute drive to downtown and has a distillery next door. Will definitely stay here again when in Galena.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Low Cost, Clean Rooms

No-frills motel for a good price. Staff were friendly and rooms were clean. Bathroom was clean as well with newer shower surround.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

kathy

Liked: Staff & service
under new management since staying here last. room wasn't as clean as previous stay(different room). outside area/pool was kept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room smelled like either wet swimsuits or mold and never truly went away. Traffic noise from the highway made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean & quaint and just what we needed. Very affordable & stay was enjoyable. We would definitely return again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CORINNE, ROCKFORD

Stayed 1 night in Sep 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