One of the nicest places I have ever stayed at. Where to begin? The inn is impeccably restored. It…read moreis a beautiful building, and our suite was thoughtfully, elegantly designed and stocked with every comfort. We loved the lush fresh flower arrangements in our room and throughout the entire inn. The common areas (breakfast area/living on main floor and the outdoor patio) are similarly beautiful, with comfortable seating and beautiful vistas. The food - from the afternoon appetizer/cheese/wine tray to the incredible breakfast - was really delicious. And I could go on. If you're at all contemplating a stay in Galena, this is the place to go! It is romantic, quiet, nurturing, luxurious.

The facilities at Jail Hill Inn are EXQUISITE! Everything that you could possibly imagine was at…read moreour disposal. The decor was GORGEOUS! And everything was very high-end. For instance, the carpeting was what you would find in a mansion. The linens and towels were luxurious. We were provided with a bottle of wine and appetizers in the evening. There was a nice variety and a more than ample amount. Breakfast in the morning was out of this world! 3 Courses!!! Entrees were expertly prepared and delicious -- and healthy! Probably our favorite was the steel-cut oats with fruit and a banana foster sauce -- YUM! Again, these portions were very generous. Our host, Matthew, was very kind and attentive. I don't think there are enough superlatives to describe our experience!

Resa and Chris run the best B&B ever. Everything was so wonderful from the clean, beautifully…read moredecorated rooms to the 4:00 happy hour on the patio to the DELICIOUS 3 course breakfasts. They were great hosts to us on our honeymoon beginning with a cake in our room upon arrival. They were very quick to point out our must sees and had menus for all the major restaurants. We can't wait to go back.

The owners were so kind and welcoming. They helped suggest activities, shops and restaurants. The…read morelocation was perfect and the house was absolutely stately! I loved all of the period pieces, cleanliness of the rooms and the smells. We enjoyed our stay immensely.

We had a wonderful time! Accommodations were tidy and the art was pleasant. Do not…read moremiss Sunday breakfast, superb treatment like I've never experienced before!

Beautiful stay with gracious and communicative hosts. Walking distance to downtown. The apartments…read moreare above an old brewery and have high ceilings with lovely skylights. It is on Route 20, but that didn't bother us.

This was our first time at a B&B so we did not know what to expect but we were so happy with what…read morewe experienced. The host was very nice and cooked for us an amazing three course breakfast each morning. It was like we had a gourmet meal unlike our usual breakfasts when we go out and certainly not like what we eat at home. We really enjoyed the other guests at breakfast and our 5:00 happy hour with a plate of cheeses and crackers with wine was wonderful. Sometimes we spent up to two hours or more just sitting around talking with them. The host even went out of her way to purchase beer for us which made it extra special touch for us. Thank you so much for making our first experience a good one. Highly recommend!

My wife and I spent 3 days in Galena in mid-week just to get away for a bit. Figured we'd engage in…read moresomething where we could relax and enjoy. We decided to do a Bed & Breakfast instead of a hotel. We got room 5 which has a clawfoot tub in the bathroom, 2 windows (one with a view to the street, the other with a view to their landscaped area) which had a lot of space. The hosts offer a cocktail hour at 5:00 with a fresh snack and a few drink choices. Breakfast is made fresh daily and varies from day to day. The location is excellent; at the end of a quiet street yet 3 blocks from all the shops in downtown Galena. Very close to a couple tourist attractions. The hosts are very attentive and helpful and have been doing this for many years (yet are selling the place...)

The accommodations are both lovely and comfortable. The breakfast, exquisite. The host, Paul? On…read morethe Yelp scale of one to five, Paul was a solid ten. I said what I said. He was gracious beyond description, and flawlessly accommodated our atypical special requests. This experience was truly hospitality at its very best.

Very nice stay. Host was very kind and accommodating. Breakfast was amazing. Rooms were decorated…read morenicely and it made for a nice romantic weekend.

Hellman House is an awesome three story Victorian home in almost original condition, serving as a…read morebed & breakfast. There are four guest rooms. The largest is called the Master Suite, and the others are named after the original owners daughters. We stayed in the "Eleanor" room, which is the smallest of the rooms. We came on Christmas Day and were the only people there. Rita, the innkeeper, was extremely pleasant, accommodating and helpful. She told us the history of the house, how she became the ninth owner and also helped us find the only restaurant open on Christmas within a 30 mile radius. She then gave us a gift of local wine and a tiny Christmas ornament. So great! Another thing I appreciated about this B&B is when I was looking up places in Galena, I noticed a rather disturbing trend of a lot of places having beautiful buildings, but then were either ridiculously expensive or else inside things got really hokey. Like with in room jacuzzi tubs or everything Super Girly with pink and lace exploding everywhere. Thanks for keeping it simple & elegant, Hellman, we are excited to come back again.

My wife and I had such a nice stay at Hellman Guest House that we can't wait to go back and stay…read moreagain. Rita is a welcoming and friendly host who is happy share information about the history of the house and the town of Galena. The breakfast was very good! The location is perfect for its views as well as its proximity to Main Street. We strongly recommend Hellman Guest House if you plan to visit Galena and the surrounding area.

I chose this place because it was convenient downtown and had free parking. Turned out to be a…read moregreat decision, as we walked the downtown area often, and found it was wonderful to have a reserved parking place when there were lots of people visiting. As noted on the website, the rooms are on the second floor and the stairs are steep -- no elevator. So just be prepared. It's an old building, so there are some creaks and groans when you walk the hall or rooms, but it is so quaint! The antique furniture is lovely. The beds are very comfortable. The bathroom is roomy and the water pressure worked well (always a plus for my husband). The HUGE cinnamon roll awaiting us when we arrived was wonderful!!! And we thought the price per night was affordable (under $200). Being at the end of Main St makes it more quiet than uptown further. Just an enjoyable place to stay.

Love it - nothing to not like about it. Walk in to an open door and the key is in the door. Fresh…read morecinnamon bread waiting for you, with coffee. Quaint rooms. Comfy beds and pillows. Nice decor in room and bathroom. The victorian style is lovely. Clean. Quiet. Downtown in the thick of shops, beverages, restaurants, and people. Park along the levee, behind building for convenience and at no charge (for the weekend anyway). Sweet location.

We had a fantastic weekend in the Lena and I are staying here. Made it that much better…read more Carol was great and was especially accommodating to anyone with celiac. One of the reasons we stayed here was because of the reviews and that they had gluten-free items here. As advertised, everything was gluten-free for me, but was "normal" for my wife. It is close to downtown Galena, super wash shops. We will be back.

Spent a wonderful weekend in Galena staying at this beautifully restored Gothic Revival mansion…read morebuilt in 1855. Our Sunday evening stay and delicious included Monday morning formal breakfast was the highlight of our trip to the Galena territory and nearby Dubuque, Iowa. Super clean property, with luscious bedding, sumptuous historical surroundings and an attentive and caring innkeeper. A real delight and terrific way to spend the weekend before Christmas. Thank you again Carol for a very warm stay in lovely Galena.