We stayed at the Aldrich Guest House New Year's Eve 2007 and New Year's Day 2008. To say that the quality of our stay was excellent would be an understatement. The room and house were impeccably furnished and wonderfully decorated for the holidays. The breakfasts were outstanding and done with a presentation one would expect at a four-star restaurant. The... more

The Aldrich Guest house is the perfect place to stay while enjoying Galena. Innkeepers Jim and Marie pay attention to every detail and the Inn is impeccable and breakfasts elegant. It was most serene to enjoy the beautiful gardens from the screen porch on a lovely late summer afternoon. A delightful way to celebrate an anniversary. the two of us... more

The high point of our visit to Galena, Illinois over the Memorial Day weekend was our stay at the Aldrich Guest House with innkeepers Jim and Marie. We stayed in the Bench Room which was a delight of antiques and lovely period wallpaper. The house itself was a beautifully restored home of the 1840's. Yes, one could just feel the... more

We stayed with Jim and Marie this Memorial Day weekend with 3 other couples. This is our fourth time staying at the Aldrich house; that in of itself should say how much I love the place. So far, we have introduced three of our dearest friends to the Inn and Galena. And will be back in the Fall with other... more

I was at first worried that staying at a guest house would be a little intrusive. Boy was I wrong. Upon arriving. We were greeted by Jim and Marie and were immediately welcomed. The house is beautifully landscaped and the decor in the house is delicate and true to its time. We were given a tour and then brought to... more

Jim and Marie provide the best bed and breakfast experience I have ever had. They give attention to every detail of your stay, and by the time I left, I felt as though I was leaving good friends or family. On top of that, the flower gardens Jim has planted are absolutely beautiful and provide a wonderfully peaceful sanctuary for... more

I stay in Galena every year and the Aldrich has proven to be the best. Marie and Jim were very friendly hosts that made the stay very enjoyable. Even though the room to fit 3 people is not the biggest, it was decorated very nicely and was comfortable. It is located in walking distance of downtown Galena, which is very... more

We stayd at the Alrich House as a gift from our daughters as a 25th year celebration. Ji, and marie were fantastic I had no idea this heritage was so close to us and the roots dated so far back as they did to here It was a great time more

We stayed at the Aldrich Guest House on our way to the east coast for a reunion and enjoyed our stay so much we stayed there again on our way home. Jim and Marie are wounderful hosts full of interesting local historical knowledge. Located on a quiet street walking distance to Main St., Grant's house and many historical sites. It... more