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Aldrich Guest House

900 Third St., Galena, IL 61036
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Aldrich Guest House
Ranked #5 of 35 Galena B&B and Inns
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Ithaca, New York
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14 hotel reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

I had forgotten how pretty wallpaper can be. It's wonderful to stay in a house that is decorated like the grand old lady she is. The rooms I saw were all lovely and feminine without being frilly or overdone. The hosts were very friendly and helpful, and the gourmet breakfast was fabulous. I would definitely return.

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you! We hope to see you again soon! More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

What a find! The room was comfortable, the breakfast was exceptional, and we really enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch. The home is walking distance from downtown and Grant's home is just up the hill. However, it is off the beaten path, which made it nice and quiet. We loved the fact that U.S. Grant and Lincoln had visited... More

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Thank you Melissa & Steve; We're so glad you had a wonderful anniversary celebration and enjoyed all that Galena has to offer. More

Streamwood, Illinois, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

B& B's are all nice for intimacy, uniqueness, and friendliness, but Brian and Fran go above and beyond! Gluten free cookies for my wife, wonderfully decorated Galena home, great food, and extremely accommodating hosts! Don't go for the wi-fi, I used my phone for a hot spot as the signal was too weak, but who cares, we were there to... More

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
4 May 2013

Thank you for the review, we certainly enjoyed visiting with you and really glad it was warm enough to relax on the porch. I wish you would have let us know you were having a problem with the wi-fi. We could have helped you out with it or let you use our computer. Hope to see you again soon! More

Rockford, Illinois
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

5 stars across the board... and we mean it! Everything I could review was exceptional, but the warmth and friendliness of Fran and Brian outdid everything else. (See our review here : https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=559445747429431&set=a.192060194167990.44022.191315524242457&type=1&theater) We were told that once you stay at a B & B, you'll never go back to a hotel, but we never expected such pampering. This was... More

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. An anniversary is a very special occasion and we're glad you spent it with us and in Galena. More

Chicago, Illinois
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Please note: We prefer B&B's and not hotels, so we're used to the quirks of the B&B style of staying somewhere. You cannot compare what you expect at a hotel to staying at B&B it's just going to be different -and we like that.) We loved the Victorian style home and decor. Our room (The R.H. McClellan room) had amazing... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

It was our first time at a B&B and the experience was amazing. My daughter and I had booked only one night and decided to stay one more nigth. Fran and Brian are truly great hosts. I highly recommend the Aldrich Guest House. We love the history behind it, the decor, and it is very close to town. One piece... More

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
3 April 2013

Thank you both so much, we had so much fun hearing about your upcoming wedding! More

Vinton, Iowa
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

What an enjoyable experience it was at the Aldrich Guest House. Everything was so clean, Fran and Brian are so friendly, and the food was amazing. When we visit Galena again, we will be sure to stay at the Aldrich Guest House. Thank you!

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bayviewer, Owner at Aldrich Guest House, responded to this review
14 March 2013

We enjoyed visiting with you and so glad your first stay at a Bed & Breakfast was an enjoyable experience. There is so much to explore here in Galena that we hope to see you again soon. Thank you! More

New Glarus, Wisconsin
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

My husband and I went to Galena on Feb 9 to watch our nephew ski in a competition. The Aldrich Guest House is within walking distance of the downtown area and only a 15 minute drive to the ski area. Fran and Brian were great hosts and Fran made an amazing breakfast. All the rooms were tastefully done in period... More

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Kildeer, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

Our stay was at the end of January, so, the weather wasn't exactly in our favor, however, our stay at the Aldrich Guest house couldn't have been cozier. It was for my wife's birthday, so, I wanted everything aside from the weather to be as nice as possible. The lovely room and warm hospitality made for a better than perfect... More

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Wheeling IL
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012 via mobile

Another lovely weekend in Galena. Fran and Brian are excellent hosts. The Inn is lovely and the food always memorable. Rooms and the common rooms warm and comfortable. A good group of guests. The weather was unique, but the inn was warm and welcoming. Hosts are knowledgable of the area and very helpful in helping to plan guests activities.

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Also Known As:
Aldrich Guest House Hotel Galena
Aldrich Guest House Hotel
Address: 900 Third St., Galena, IL 61036
Region: United States > Illinois > Galena
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 35 B&Bs / Inns in Galena
Price range (per night): S$124 - 187
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Historic home, circa 1845, beautifully furnished with antiques and modern conveniences. Large double parlor and dining room can accomodate your reunions, weddings, romantic getaways. Walking distance to Main St shops and restaurants and historic sites and museums. Quiet residential street, large screened porch perfect for relaxing that overlooks lush gardens. ... more   less 

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