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Chestnut Mountain Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with 2 restaurants

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Property amenity
Ski hill
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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8700 W Chestnut Mountain Rd, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Two Queens

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard 2 Queen Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard King Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Galena

A family-friendly stay in Galena awaits you at Chestnut Mountain Resort. You'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Chestnut Mountain Resort and 6.5 km (4 mi) from Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge. Highlights at this ski resort include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Sunset Grille, serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the resort's own lounge bar. With ski-in ski-out access, there's more time for downhill skiing and snowboarding and you'll find skiing lessons on site. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available at weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Galena resort include Mississippi River and Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 3 min walk
  • Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge - 12 min drive
  • Belvedere Mansion - 17 min drive
  • Grant Home - 18 min drive
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Off Shore Bar & Grill - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Richman's Cafe - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪River Ridge Brewing - ‬65 min drive

About this property

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Family-friendly slopeside fun with 2 restaurants
Have fun with on-site winter activities, including downhill skiing and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy mountain biking and zip-lining. Conveniences like ski storage, skiing lessons and ski equipment rentals allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the resort's bar.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. Public spaces have free WiFi. This ski resort also offers an indoor pool and ski passes. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Galena resort is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Chestnut Mountain Resort offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 16 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Mountain Top Cafe
  • Sunset Grille
  • The Summit

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat tours
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Segway rentals/tours
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowboarding
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 9.00 to 16.00 per person
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Chestnut Mountain
Chestnut Mountain Galena
Chestnut Mountain Resort
Chestnut Mountain Resort Galena
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Chestnut Mountain Hotel Galena
Chestnut Mountain Hotel Galena
Chestnut Mountain
Chestnut Mountain Resort Resort
Chestnut Mountain Resort Galena
Chestnut Mountain Resort Resort Galena

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

Chestnut Mountain Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

Yep, Chestnut Mountain Resort has a free self car park.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort have a pool?

Chestnut Mountain Resort has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Chestnut Mountain Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Chestnut Mountain Resort is a hit with families.

Does Chestnut Mountain Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is available at weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

No, Chestnut Mountain Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chestnut Mountain Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Chestnut Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place offers disc golf! Another wonderful option to enjoy the outdoors for free. They charge rental fee for the disks if you forget to bring your set but; otherwise, FREE to play! Meander thru their part of Illinois with the fall colors as your backdrop. Have the Mississippi River on your right the sun on your left and the wind blowing behind you! It is heaven. We'd go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vannessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah, Burlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view of the river from the room and the area for hiking to the river. Coming in the fall for the colors was perfect. It’s a short drive to Galena. The restaurant on site was good and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Get-a-way
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Travelled with group
The most outdated bathroom and entire lobby ever experienced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Judy

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The entire lodge is dated and run down!!!!! My first room had 6 visible bugs crawling around the ceiling. My second room had even more!!!!!! Mary at the receptionist desk was wonderful. When she was off, the other two were worthless and quite unfriendly!!!! I would NOT recommend this place to my worst enemy!!!!!!!! Nothing in downtown Galena was available for the dates we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome!
Awesome in all aspects!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rochelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort in Galena IL
The ski resort is beautiful in the fall with the trees changing. Having a drink on the deck looking over the Mississippi was special. It’s an older resort; we had to go down several stairs then up a few stairs to get to our room. The toilet and sink are very low. As older people, one using a cane, these issues caused some barriers. No elevator. I should have asked for another room , but the room was spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dated, small rooms but clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are not extremely modern and there is not an elevator to get to floors but it was very clean and everyone was very friendly! Lots to do!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Beautiful view of the Mississippi. Every meal was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Luis F

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Restaurant lady with attitude
Everything was okay, the only issue we had was when we had breakfast at their restaurant, food was good, but when I asked this lady to split the check in two cards, she couldn't do it, she told us there was an error with our debit card. Hours later we found out she was the one who made the mistake. So why was she giving us attitude? making us feel our card wasn't working. She never apologized.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle, Carpentersville

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed here for our wedding night, to say we were disappointed would be an understatement. we booked thru a 3rd party for the room, there was no mention of any additional charges on that 3rd party booking site or the hotel's website. So imagine my surprise when we were immediately hit with an "incidentals" charge for $125 dollars, and the front desk woman made it very clear we couldn't check in without paying this, I tried to explain to her that I have already paid for the room in full on this 3rd party site and was told " well that's our policy and you can't check in without paying it. it will be returned immediately upon check out " So we had no choice but to keep the reservation for our room, to then only be told there are no elevators on the property and my disabled husband and I were going to have to climb 3 flights of stairs to our room, when I attempted to inquire about a change to a lower level i was told they were "fully booked". So we tried to make the best or our wedding night, the room was overpriced, showed signs of previous water damage, a tiny bathroom that only fits one person at a time, no screen on the window so even if we wanted fresh air we couldn't have it, bed linens that didn't even cover the mattress completely and a half filled hot tub that no one seemed to care was empty. The only high point was the excellent service we received from Vanessa at the resort restaurant for our wedding night meal. We still haven't gotten our money back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff nice bed. Just weird water and too early check out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Yasser

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like how they have a restaurant and very convenient to get to the activities on the Resort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Facilities were a bit worn and dated. Restaurant had less than stellar service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful visit, the property was very well maintained, the rooms comfortable, and the attractions were fun. The only 2 complaints we have is that we found out on the last day that they offer complimentary breakfast, it is not listed on the website for hotel amenities and no one told us when we checked in. The staff said they end up throwing away a lot of breakfast food and it probably because none of the guests know about it. Also the staff members manning the top of alpine slide and the zip line were rude. The young man running the zipline was loudly complaining to the customers about hating being there, wanting to go home, how frustrated he was that people kept coming to ride (there were like 6 people total there at the time), and he kept wishing people would be over the weight limit so he doesnt have to let them ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024