The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

4-star hotel Excellent 605 S Prospect St, Galena, IL, 61036
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

About The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Amenities<br /><br /> Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.<br /><br />Dining<br /><br /> A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 9 AM to 10 AM.<br /><br />Business Amenities<br /><br /> Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a library, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.<br /><br />Rooms<br /><br /> Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.<br /><br />Attractions<br /><br /> Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. <br /> <p>West Street Sculpture Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi <br /> Linmar Gardens - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi <br /> Belvedere Mansion - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi <br /> Washburne House Historic Site - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi <br /> Grant Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi <br /> Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi <br /> Old Market House - 1 km / 0.6 mi <br /> Grant Home - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi <br /> Dowling House - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi <br /> Old Blacksmith Shop - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi <br /> Horseshoe Mound - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi <br /> Galena Golf Club - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi <br /> J Dubuque Monument - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi <br /> Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi <br /> Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi <br /> </p><p>The nearest major airport is Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 36.3 km / 22.5 mi</p><br /><br />Location<br /><br /> With a stay at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast in Galena, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Belvedere Mansion. This bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from West Street Sculpture Park and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Washburne House Historic Site.<br /><br />Headline<br /><br /> Near Linmar Gardens

Amenities

  • Meeting space
  • Café / coffee shop

Reviews

4.8 / 5
Excellent 110 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The breakfast and service were great. The house and rooms were clean.I would have liked more than one bottle of water per person for a two night stay. The hot tea,coffee and cookies were nice but there weren’t mugs to use.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The Steamboat is a beautiful old home. Parking is onsite. The host, Carol, is very nice, and her breakfasts and table settings were delightful! The B&B is located on a hill close to Main Street, we walked to dinner one night.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Host was very friendly and breakfast was amazing! Very cool house with a great history, convenient to shopping on main street. Loved having wine time in the library.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Beautiful home, felt like a step back in time. Kind and thoughtful hosts. The little touches like coffee service, cheese and wine happy hour, fresh cookies in the evening, were much appreciated. The breakfast was amazing! Convenient parking in the rear- we walked everywhere and let the car sit during our visit.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Overall the experience was wonderful. Carol was very accommodating and the breakfast she provided was very good. This was our first time at a Bed and Breakfast and we really enjoyed it.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    We had a wonderful stay at this bed and breakfast! The place was spotless, cozy, and beautifully maintained. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home. Breakfast was delicious and thoughtfully prepared each morning. You can really tell they care about their guests’ experience. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and comfortable getaway.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The breakfasts were phenominal with the french toast croissant simply to die for. The rooms were very comfortable and the location was within easy walking distance of the main street with shops and restaurants.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Great staff. Clean place. Cheese and wine in the evening. Coffee tea set up nightly and in the morn.

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Breakfast was outstanding everyday!

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Our stay at the steamboat house was SO much fun. The other people staying were lovely and the innkeeper and her daughter were so sweet! They were so accommodating, made amazing breakfast, and the space was just gorgeous. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again!

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    Wonderful staff with easy check-in/out. Enjoyed the evening wine and cheese along with late night cookies and hot drinks. Coffe available right outside the room at 7:30. Short, 10-15 minute, walk to shopping and restaurants. Great stay!

  • Engine customer Nov 2025

    Beautiful home, the host Carol was fantastic and all the small touches this b&b has to offer were so thoughtful. Highly recommend and will be staying here for future trips!

  • Engine customer Nov 2025

    Everything about Steamboat exceeded our very high expectations. We checked in shortly after 4 and were promptly and pleasantly greeted by Carol, the innkeeper. She was not overbearing but just the right amount of pleasantries. She gave us a quick tour then guided us to our fantastic room. Steamboat is immaculate with all the amenities, period furnishings and history we could ever ask for. The breakfast was incredible and the several daily snacks with wine, tea and coffee were unique. Carol even offered to drive us to town for dinner. Our stay was full of UNREASONABLE HOSPITALITY!!!!

  • Engine customer Oct 2025

    Exceptionally accommodating staff in historic building, but remember that all rooms are on the second floor, reached only by a long and narrow staircase that limits access for mobility challenged senlors.

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    Everything was great!

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    The room was fine and clean, and the bed was comfortable. One small piece of cheese put out for the 5:00 cheese and wine. Coffee is not served until 7:30 and breakfast is not until 9:00. We had to check out at 8:30 for a tee time and asked if there was anything to take with us. Even a piece of toast or a muffin to go would have been nice.

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    This was a lovely and very convenient B&B. Easy walking distance to Main Street with plenty of period furnishings.

  • Engine customer Aug 2025

    Excellent experience!!

  • Engine customer Aug 2025

    The hostess was friendly; made you feel welcome. Breakfast was delicious. History of the house and furnishings was set to time period and made you feel what it was like in the 1800's

  • Engine customer Jul 2025

    A+ tremendous experience from A to Z. Carol is so nice and the home is just Wow. Would not change one thing. Built in 1855 and it was meticulous!

Frequently asked questions about The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offer parking?
Yes, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers free parking on-site.
Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast have a fitness center?
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast located, and how walkable is the area?
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast is located at 605 S Prospect St, Galena, IL 61036. With a Walk Score of null, the area is rated null. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

House rules

Check in4:00 PM
Check out11:00 AM

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