Frank O'Dowd's Pub serves authentic Irish cuisine in a charming setting near Galena's historic attractions, creating the perfect blend of comfort and local culture
Located near Grant Home and Grant Park, the Irish Cottage Inn & Suites offers a free breakfast buffet. Guests can dine at Frank O'Dowd's Pub for dinner and enjoy drinks at the cozy bar. The property features an indoor pool with sun loungers and an onsite spa.
Located in Galena, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites is in the business district. Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Chestnut Mountain Resort. Old Market House and Dowling House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Galena travel guide
9853 US-20, Galena, IL, 61036
What's nearby
Grant Home
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Grant Park
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Belvedere Mansion
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Old Market House
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Dowling House
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
30 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store
4 min drive
McDonald's
4 min drive
Bread & Vine
2 min drive
Fried Green Tomatoes
3 min drive
Galena Roasters
3 min drive
About this property
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites
Hotel remodelled in 2023 and located near Belvedere Mansion
Located close to Grant Home and Grant Park, Irish Cottage Inn & Suites provides a free breakfast buffet, a library and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Irish cuisine restaurant, Frank O'Dowd's Pub, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
A free local area shuttle, meeting rooms and a TV in reception
A vending machine, a computer station and a gift shop
Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
49-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
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
Restaurants on site
Frank O'Dowd's Pub
Things to do
Gym
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Free area shuttle
In-room microwave
Indoor pool
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
2 meeting rooms
3,000 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Pool hoist on site
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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4 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Renovated entire property - July 2023
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 27.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Business centre/computer access
Concierge service
Faxes
Fitness centre access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls
Hot tub access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Irish Cottage Inn & Suites have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?
As of 1 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites on 16 June 2026 start from AU$213, including 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.
Is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Irish Cottage Inn & Suites?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Irish Cottage Inn & Suites located?
Situated in the business district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Grant Home and Belvedere Mansion. Grant Park and Old Market House are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The stay was very nice and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a nice place to stay for a reasonable price.
We were pleased with the space of the room! And the staff was very nice and accommodating. The breakfast was great too. It was a cute and unique place to stay.
Nice room. The hotel has a nice 'Irish' bar with a restaurant. Had hot breakfast in the morning. Only complaint is the shower gel and the shampoo dispensers were empty after the first day.
The breakfast menu was fresh and staff all around to help with whatever you needed. Same with the rooms, we were there for an extended weekend, and everything was at our fingertips, if we needed something more, we just had to ask. Didn't need to leave the property for a good time, but just had to explore downtown Galena.
This Property is amazing. The King Suite was very clean and spacious, bed very comfortable. The staff is very attentive and helpful. Parking is nice and easy even with the restaurant there. Restaurant and Inn pricing very reasonable amd the food was Very good! The included breakfast buffet was also very good and filling. Will most definitely be staying there again
Hotel Bar/Restaurant was exceptional - food was delicious and entertainment was great! Free breakfast - on Sunday it was a FULL buffet and on Monday it was complimentary made to order breakfast! The hot tub ensuite was clean, relaxing and a definite plus to the room! My only negative would be the couch in the suite was terribly uncomfortable.
Kristyn
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joel
2 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The check in was seamless and the staff was courteous.
Joel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
6 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, super friendly desk help. Very quiet and cozy beds.
The room and the entire hotel was clean and comfortable. The gym (handful of cardio machines and a resistance weight-training machine) and pool are both small, but given we went during the off-season, we always had it to ourselves. Free breakfast was good.
Room was spotless. Newly renovated. Very friendly staff. Buffet breakfast was great. Shuttle service to main downtown is available for guests , morning until night time. Hotel is also walkable to downtown if you like hiking.
Highly recommended.