Chestnut Mountain Resort

3.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with 2 restaurants

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
8700 W Chestnut Mountain Rd, Galena, IL, 61036
  • Chestnut Mountain Resort
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Belvedere Mansion
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Two Queens

Highlights

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

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard King Bed

Highlights

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

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.

What's nearby

  • Chestnut Mountain Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve - 15 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Belvedere Mansion - 17 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Eagle Ridge Resort Golf - 27 min drive - 25.4 km

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

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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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

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Chestnut Mountain Galena
Chestnut Mountain Resort
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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. 473 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1057 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1057 reviews

8.4/10

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

Dallas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

IOANNIS

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jaimuthukumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was okay no room service though we stayed for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dale, Milford

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fun stay at Chestnut Mountain Resort. The facility is out dated and has an old feel, but our room was tidy. The bathroom was very small. We had a family gathering over the weekend. Several of us went skiing and had a good time. The rest of us played games. The large gathering room closed when the ski hill closed. We were disappointed because we wanted to continue to play games after skiing. We had a large group and needed tables to play our games. The lady that told us the room was going to close was very rude and demanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dafina

Travelled with family and small children
Nicely positioned resort on the ski slopes. Ideal for a weekend getaway for families
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very rundown and the room smelled of disinfectant. The hostess in the restaurant was very unprofessional and rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Kristina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick ski trip
The resort was great for skiing in and out. Overall the staff was friendly and helpful. The property does not have an elevator making it hard to bring luggage and ski equipment upstairs. The building overall and the room we stayed could use some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Cedar Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay again
Great experience with great service and amenities. Will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlie

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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