We visited Galena for the first time to celebrate our anniversary. Rita was a gracious hostess, the breakfasts were outstanding. We had the suite, which overlooks downtown and the river - just beautiful. The Hellman House is very convenient to downtown shopping and dining, and the views from the top of the hill are amazing. Being on the hill, though,... More

As a veteran I support businesses that support us. I got a flyer through my job for a special offer for veterans for Veterans Day. I called Hellman Guest House and spoke with Rita, the hostess and made a reservation. My wife and I are from Chicago but have family in Rockford and Freeport, which is the next major town... More

This was our first trip to Galena and we loved it. The Hellman Guest House was lovely. Rita was a very nice hostess. She was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us good advice about restaurants and museums. Our first breakfast was an amazing banana nut bread french toast. She served it with lots of fresh fruit. And homemade... More

We had heard about Hellman House through the bridal shop in Dubuque Cheryl Ann's. We were looking for a place to have a quiet wedding. The gardens feature a waterfall and other great water fountains as well as excellent flowers and wildlife. Rita was super. She made sure we had everything we asked for, as well as some unexpected treats.... More

My husband and I went to Galena to find a bed and breakfast to not only stay in but get married in. We toured several homes in Galena prior to our stay and the Hellman house was the first stop and the one we chose. The house is spotless, the food was delicious and Rita is a gracious innkeeper! She... More

What a wonderful night’s stay we had at Hellman Guest House - and though our stay was a serendipitous accident (we had booked a four day honeymoon stay in the Abbey's High Street bed and breakfast across the street, but no one was home to let us in), it was remarkably enjoyable. We are very thankful we stayed here, because... More

Elegantly period decorations,lovely garden and grounds. The hosts were very gracious ,helpful, and just down to earth people! A very delicious full breakfast (couldn't finish it all). Beautiful wrap around porch with a great view overlooking Galena. More

My wife and I visited Galena for the first time in October of 2004. We had not made reservations as we did not know what to expect and did not know how long we would visit. We happened upon Hellman Guest House and found it to be more than we had imagined a bed and breakfast in Galena would be.... More

My husband and I have stayed at Hellman House two years in a row. The house is lovely and situated on the hill overlooking downtown. All rooms have private baths. Last year we stayed in the master bedroom that had a walkout balcony and fireplace and was spacious. All rooms are decorated with antiques. The breakfast is served in the... More