The One Place To Sleep In Illinois That’s Beyond Your Wildest Dreams
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There’s a luxury bed & breakfast in Galena, Illinois that is like something out of a fairy tale, and once you arrive, you’ll never want to leave. This is a resort and charming inn all in one, and you’ll wish it was your permanent home.
Whether you like a hotel-style accommodation or a more private cottage option, this spot has it all. Scroll on for more details.
Tucked away in northwest Illinois, Goldmoor Inn & Dining is one of the most luxurious accommodations in the state's premier resort town. It is a castle-like bed & breakfast that is the only one in town that overlooks the Mississippi River.
Though built many years prior, this estate became a hotel in 1980. It is located just minutes from downtown Galena as well as nearby many fun outdoor excursions.
This luxury bed & breakfast features 13 unique suites, each more charming than the last. With names like English Garden, Lancelot Suite, Chef's Quarters, and Turret Suite, these themed rooms live up to their names with Arthurian decor.
There are also two log cabins and three county cottage-style accommodations for more private stays. Offering more space and better views of nature, these options get you closer to the river and further away from it all.
Basic amenities in each room include a fireplace, whirlpool tub, kitchenettes, and king-size beds. Guests can also enjoy the on-site spa for in-room couples massages. There is also a rose garden and pavilion and other lovely views to enjoy all around the grounds.
Another incredible amenity enjoyed at this place is an in-room gourmet breakfast each and every morning. A rotating menu of waffles, French toast, eggs Benedict, and other marvelous classics await guests at their door.
Fine dining is also available at this luxury bed & breakfast. Guests can have meals delivered to their rooms or enjoy them at the Chef's Table inside the kitchen. The menu is seasonal but always includes soups, salads, and fresh seafood, chicken, and steak dishes.
Nature lovers can't get enough of Galena. Stay at Goldmoor Inn or just stop by for the dining to get as close as possible to some of the best views of nature as well as to some of the best hiking trails in the area.
This luxury bed & breakfast is an ideal spot for weddings, corporate retreats, and other events. It offers spa, ski, romance, and other packages to make your vacation the best it can be.
If you’ve ever been to this luxury bed & breakfast, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
