11410 US Highway 20 W, Galena, IL 61036, United States of America
#4 of 8 B&Bs and inns in Galena
Guests' ChoiceBased on 220 B&B reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 19, 2024
Magdalena
United States of AmericaThe bed was very uncomfortable and I had a hard time sleeping throughout the night. The water smelled very bad also.
It was very clean and cozy. The home was beautiful
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 13, 2024
Lynn
United States of AmericaGreat breakfast. Friendly hosts. Cleanliness. Good location, very peaceful!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 30, 2024
Deb
United States of AmericaBreakfast was delicious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Mathew
United States of AmericaLoved everything
Lorraine and Jan are the best.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Drifter
United States of AmericaEverything was awesome.
Was a wonderful place to stay! Reminded me of going to my grandparents' house when I was a child. Jan and Lorraine were the pest!! They truly care about each of their guests. They treat you like famiky!! Loved tge stay.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 10, 2024
Lowan
United States of AmericaWonderful couple that own the place. Very nice and easy going.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Nick
United States of AmericaNothing!
Amazing hospitality from hosts Jan & Lorraine!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Maria
United States of AmericaIt’s a very old house with a lot of character - every room is decorated in a different way, with lots of attention to detail. It is 5 mins by car to Main St Galena, so it is very quiet at night. The hosts Lorraine and Jan are amazing - they do love all guests, love their town and their inn. They gave us two beautiful full breakfasts and a jar full of homemade cookies every night. We had a great time and we are ready to go back soon!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 31, 2024
Charles
United States of AmericaWas pleased with all of it.
It was the first time staying at a bed and breakfast as opposed to a hotel. I found the experience very pleasing. It was a nice change of pace to have a homecooked meal for breakfast and have nice conversation with the other guests staying at Belle Aire Mansion.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 9, 2024
Zdenka
United States of AmericaIt was very comfortable. 7 minutes from downtown. The owners are so nice. Clean
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 21, 2023
Roger
United States of AmericaNot a thing
Everything was wonderful and the people were awesome.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 20, 2023
John
United States of AmericaMy stay at Belle Aire Mansion Guest house was perfect. The room was cozy, quaint, clean and quiet. What made the stay outstanding was the attentiveness and welcoming of the innkeepers. The homemade snacks and breakfast were wonderful. I highly recommend Belle Aire.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 2, 2023
Dennis
United States of AmericaThe hot tub in our suite
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 31, 2023
Gary
United States of AmericaBathroom needed some work.
Beautiful old home. Lovely hosts. Great breakfast. Good value.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Louann
United States of AmericaI thought the property could have been lit up a little more out by the highway. I missed the lane coming "home" in the dark.
Breakfast was delicious, but next time I'll bring up food sensitivities to Lorraine. That was my bad for not thinking to do so. The room and bed were very comfortable, and I loved the early morning coffee on the quiet veranda!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 15, 2023
Dennis
United States of Americapeople that ran the house, sweet
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Elizabeth
United States of Americanothing
Fabulous breakfasts, accompanied by warm, friendly fun converations.. Lovely home!!!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Cammie
United States of AmericaAbsolutely nothing , we won't stay anywhere but here from now on, we visit yearly
Close enough to Galena and far enough away that it was very quiet. We like old historic homes and this one was from 1836.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Anna
United States of AmericaThe only thing I found objectionable was the strong smell of the bed sheets from either detergent or dryer sheets. For people sensitive to perfume smells you might consider something more natural and less strong.
Lorraine was a welcoming face at the door as soon as I arrived and continued to make me feel at home to whole time. I liked the choice of coffee table books. The room was very pleasant and I appreciated the small refrigerator in the hall.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Mark
United States of AmericaThere was really nothing to dislike,
Breakfast was five star in my book. I don't think you could find a better breakfast ANYWHERE! Lori and Jan were marvelous and I highly recommend Belle Aire for a most pleasurable stay. We very much enjoyed the breakfast conversations. They were so very helpful to new comers for things to do just ask any time.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Judy
United States of AmericaThis is location is like going to your Aunt and Uncle’s home. They are waiting with open arms. Wonderful place! Will stay again.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 23, 2023
Brock
United States of AmericaBreakfast was fantastic. Presentation was classic. Appealing to sight, smell, taste and touch! So filling, we just had a snack mid-afternoon.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 22, 2023
Rebecca
United States of AmericaNothing
Jan and Lorraine were amazing hosts! Loved their knowledge of area. Felt like I was home away from home! Great breakfast service!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 19, 2023
Linda
United States of AmericaBreakfast was delicious, but the best part was Lorraine and Jan. They were so friendly and welcoming. Enjoyed visiting with them. Will definately stay there again when we visit Galina
Stayed in August 2023
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