Inn

319 Meeker St, Galena, IL

Perched dramatically on a hillside overlooking historic downtown Galena, this award-winning property is housed inside a massive, meticulously renovated 1878 brick county jailhouse. Completely independent and masterfully owner-operated by innkeeper Matthew, the standalone building features towering 14-foot ceilings, original 9-foot arched windows, and exposed brick walls. The property offers exceptionally luxurious, expansive multi-room suites equipped with high-end sound systems, custom wet bars, and rainfall steam showers. Guests enjoy a private, elite historic retreat featuring an evening wine and charcuterie delivery and an extraordinary, fresh, scratch-made multi-course gourmet breakfast daily.

Part of our guide to independent stays in Illinois.