306 South Bench Street, Galena, IL 61036, United States of America
#1 of 9 vacation rentals in Galena
Guests' ChoiceBased on 50 apartment reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
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Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Melinda
United States of AmericaThe toilet was terrible.
It was a great location, we could drop off our bags or come back for a rest or use the bathroom, since it’s right downtown.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Tamara
United States of AmericaThere was nothing we didn’t like
The three of us just went for a day getaway and overnight stay. Perfect for what we needed!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Melinda
United States of AmericaThere wasn't anything to not like. If you are really tall the entry way seems very low. Fortunately we were mostly short!
Love it's on the main street and easy to pop in and out of if you need too! Also love it has a parking spot! It is older which is part of the charm.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 30, 2023
Carol
United States of AmericaLots of stairs to get to downtown, but very doable. Even with a bum knee it was fine
Excellent location, right in the middle of everything
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 25, 2023
Jennifer
United States of AmericaLocation was perfect for walking. Off street parking very convenient. Nice and quiet.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Jenna
United States of AmericaGreat location! Loved the view. We will book here again for sure!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 4, 2023
Robert
United States of Americabedroom air conditioner needed help
Great location and very comfortable
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 12, 2023
Tammy
United States of AmericaLocation and parking VERY CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 12, 2023
Park
United States of AmericaThey need to show address better in back and clean up even the neighbors need to clean up there put some flowers out and clean it all up back there the neighbors looked like they just threw their trash back there how 😝 gross!!
I liked the easy way to get in and out. And go down and eat supper and walk back how great!!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Karen
United States of AmericaThe weather! It rained all day Sunday.
We had no problems! Parking was easy. There are stairs down to main street very close to the property. We enjoyed the windows overlooking Main St.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 25, 2023
Ron
United States of AmericaThe living room area is a little cramped with large furniture.
Location is exceptional. Everything we need is there. The bed is incredibly comfortable!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: November 19, 2022
Ron
United States of AmericaExtremely comfortable bed. Cozy space and excellent location. Perfect for two people.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: July 3, 2022
Sarah
United States of AmericaThe location was great - just at the back of the Main Street - walking distance to so much!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: October 23, 2021
Cindy
United States of Americalocation is perfect
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: October 21, 2021
Diane
United States of AmericaLocation was great.
Had allergy issues ... wondered if there might be mold in the a/c.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: August 30, 2021
Jennifer
United States of AmericaAfter shopping and walking around, the steps right in the door were exhausting. But everything else was great!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 27, 2021
Hilary
United States of AmericaEasy to grab keys, great free parking spot, location was amazing, clean, tidy, clear instructions on how to work all electronics, communication from owners on when needing to check out and move car. This charming spot was perfect and much larger than I thought it was going to be! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 7, 2021
Carol
United States of AmericaTV reception was sketchy. Kitchen could use a straight edge knife and scrubby for doing dishes. Couldn't figure out how to use the exhaust fan in the bathroom. Lighting was pretty dim.
Loved the location and designated parking.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: August 3, 2021
Ray
United States of AmericaWell, if you could work on the weather that would be nice :) it was in the mid-90s, but it didn’t stop me from shopping!
Location was perfect! Close to everything; we didn’t have to move the car.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: July 15, 2021
D
United States of AmericaPerfect location and it was great that parking is included
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: June 17, 2021
Tonya
United States of AmericaWe couldn’t find anything we didn’t like, but can I request a mixing bowl and baking dish in the kitchen for our next trip? My sister and I like to cook when we are together.
This place had everything we needed but the best is the accessibility to Main St. We could come back to the apartment and cool off and head back when we were ready to shop or eat again!
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Greco
United States of AmericaI really don’t expect much from an Airbnb type of booking, because I do look at photos and read descriptions and understand what I’m getting. However, in these photos, it did not show how unclean it was. So what I do expect at any place that I ever stay is for it to be clean. I did take photos and let the owner know and I also left a note for the cleaning service asking them to please deep clean for the next guest. There was a $40 cleaning fee within the booking charges so I’m not sure exactly what the $40 went towards when the place was extremely filthy. Here are a few examples of how the place was unclean and like I said, I did take photos and sent them to the owners. Also, we were only there for one night. The bathmat in the bathroom was hiding a decent amount of wet hair from previous guests and mold in the corner on the floor by the tub, baseboards in the bathroom were extremely stained and dusty. It was so dusty on many furniture surfaces that I was able to write words and have it be seen. There were many crumbs and spilled coffee grinds on the floor in the kitchen. And no, I did not make coffee or use the stove or the microwave at all during my stay. You could tell that sadly there is a lack of care in this place as I’m not sure how often the owners come back to take a look at it, however, if the owners do trust somebody to look after it, I suggest that they find somebody else. There are many things that need to be replaced, I understand that this has a certain Galena charm to it which I understand. However, for example, the burner plates for their stove are severely dirty, and it doesn’t take much money to replace those if they can’t be cleaned. The seal on the bathroom tub and the grout with the bathroom tiles was severely stained. Also, just a good deep clean would make the world of difference in this quaint and cozy place. Just small things like that would make a huge difference. And also not cost a lot of money.
The location of the property was fantastic! It was very easy to get to all the shops and restaurants. I didn’t have to move my car once and everything that I needed to get to was within three blocks. Bev, the owner, was gracious enough to let my daughters and I arrive early we really appreciated it as we were traveling from Chicago. She was great with communication as well. This was a Mother and daughters trip for one evening. My daughters are 11 and 12.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Wirtz
United States of AmericaObviously building is extremely old, and I am sure they did the best they could without breaking the bank with a professional remodel. I am a contractor btw. But to bill this as a "penthouse" is a serious stretch. 3rd floor 1 bedroom apartment on main Street with good access would be more appropriate.
Location was great
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 5, 2023
Alisha
United States of AmericaThe outdoor lighting was a bit sparse at the approach and at the door.
The unit has all the creature comforts one would need for a few days stay.
Stayed in November 2023
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