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The Steamboat House

605 S. Prospect St., Galena, IL 61036

Bed & Breakfast

Luxury & location in a historic mansion, only 1.5 blocks to shops & dining. Wine time daily, three-course breakfasts, spacious guestrooms with fireplaces, a billiard room & lovely gardens await.

Your carefree getaway begins at this exquisite and historic Bed and Breakfast - The Steamboat House. This mansion is just one block from historic Main Street of Galena, IL, where you can enjoy the town's architecture, more than 115 shops, wineries, a brewery, and fine restaurants.

Enjoy modern luxury surrounded by history in a spotlessly clean, fresh atmosphere. This grand 7,000 square foot inn offers privacy in the form of five spacious and beautifully appointed guestrooms, cozy parlors, and a wraparound front porch and screened garden gazebo where you can tuck away to read or work. Social opportunities are also offered in the billiard room, library, formal parlor, and huge formal dining room. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind getaway, relax, and try something different at The Steamboat House.

What's happening nearby...

42nd Annual Nouveau Parade & Celebration

Galena Cellars Wine Tasting Room •  Nov 20 @ 11AM

Galena Cellars' 42nd Annual Nouveau Celebration features a festive Main Street parade, the release of the 2026 Nouveau wine, and a weekend of live music, wine…

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Galena’s Jeep Jingle

Nov 28 @ 5PM

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Galena with the Jeep Jingle at 5 PM, Santa’s tree lighting, and an evening of treats, activities, and…

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Galena Holidaze Festival

Green Street Plaza  •  Dec 05 @ 11AM

The Galena Holidaze Festival is bringing the magic of Christmastime to Galena, Illinois.

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