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Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

3.5 star property
3.5-star spa hotel near Grant Home

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Dinner served, Irish cuisine
Dinner served, Irish cuisine
Library
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Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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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

Room options

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

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

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

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

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Traditional Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room

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

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Premium Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite

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

About the neighborhood

Galena

In Galena .You'll find Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion within a 15-minute walk of this Galena hotel. Grant Park and Old Market House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

3.5-star spa hotel near Grant Home
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 3000 square feet (279 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites. A free area shuttle within 5 miles is available. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Irish Cottage Inn & Suites was completed in July 2023.

This 3.5-star Galena hotel is smoke free.

  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3000 sq ft of conference space
  • 279 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Galena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). The spa is open select days.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the 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

How close is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites to the airport?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is 23.4 mi (30-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites on Aug 3, 2025 start from $102.49, 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.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

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

Is there free parking at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a pool?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites features an indoor pool.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a restaurant?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is home to Frank O'Dowd's Pub, which features Irish cuisine.

Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites to downtown Galena?

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is 0.9 mi away from Galena.

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 869 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1149 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

Whitney

Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice safe hotel. Great entertainment and beverages in the attached Irish pub.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen, Crystal lake

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very calm and relaxed atmosphere. Aside from the typical morning rumblings of other guests, it was a quiet stay. I would have appreciated hoter water for my shower, though.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Food, fun and rest all in one stop!

Girls trip! 4 of us came from out of state to visit Galena. How delightful that we could arrive to a very clean and friendly Irish Cottage Inn & Suites in the mid-evening, put our bags in our room and walk to the adjoining restaurant, Frank Odowd's for dinner. The food was incredible, the service delightful, the drinks fun and delicious, and the live music made for a great way to end our evening! Then, we walked back to our room that was impeccably clean, the beds and pillows were comfy and the room temperature easy to control. All in all, we had a wonderful time and would encourage others to stay here and do the same. You won't regret it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy drive to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

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

You May Get A Surprise

Room was very clean. Would have liked elevated toilet. First encounter with front desk was so-so. Later staff much more engaging and helpful. Breakfast was very good but no milk or orange juice. Not happy to be told the night before checkout that there was a $10 per person daily amenities fee for things like breakfast, shuttle (not used) afternoon tea and 24 hour coffee bar as well as another additional $50 fee for things that might have been charged to your room (didn't do this). The website says breakfast included but nothing about having to pay for it. I was never told about these additional fees during check-in and only asked when I saw a paper on the front desk and asked about it. Just letting folks know that when they think they have fully paid for their stay, it isn't so.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

10/10 Excellent

Zane

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

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: Offer complimentary shuttle and breakfast, front desk staff was nice. Convenient to have the pub, live music and restaurant on site. Opportunities: The king bed was VERY uncomfortable (needs new mattress for sure), the lighting is awful (super bright lights like a surgical area everywhere), the walls were so thin that it was super loud when people were having fun or closing doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025