The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast

Room options

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Single Room (Bess)

Single Room (Bess)

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room (Viola)

Single Room (Viola)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room (Amanda)

Single Room (Amanda)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

Single Room, Garden View (Lene)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed (Elsie)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Galena

At The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Belvedere Mansion and West Street Sculpture Park. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers in the lobby and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 9 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Galena B&B include Linmar Gardens and Washburne House Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grant Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Market House - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grant Home - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bread & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Durty Gurt's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Galena Roasters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gobbie's Sports Pub and Eatery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Galena with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Galena bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1855
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1855
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Galena
Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast
Steamboat House Galena
Steamboat House
The Steamboat House Bed Breakfast
The Steamboat House & Galena
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Galena
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Galena

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast on 14 Dec 2025 start from AU$319.30, 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.

What makes The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast.

Is The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast family-friendly?

No, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast is an adults-only property.

Does The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

No, The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Steamboat House Bed & Breakfast?

No, pets are not allowed.