About us:
The Inn
The Perfect Galena, Illinois Weekend Getaway
The romantic Goldmoor Inn was once a privately owned estate perched on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. Three decades ago, it was transformed into an elegant country inn that offers gourmet dining, luxurious accommodations for overnight guests, and beautifully maintained gardens and grounds that offer the perfect location for a romantic getaway or destination wedding.
The Goldmoor Inn is an enchanting bed and breakfast that you need to visit! After a night in one of our plush cabins, suites, or cottages, you can look forward to a private gourmet breakfast prepared by our chef and delivered directly to your room courtesy of our attentive innkeepers.
Spend the day in historic downtown Galena, enjoy a massage in our spa, or simply stroll the grounds hand in hand with your special someone. If you enjoy fine dining, you won’t want to miss dinner in our restaurant, which features our signature dish: Beef Wellington, as well as an ever-changing seasonal menu.
Why Choose Us?
This is a 4-star high-end bed and breakfast/luxury inn with 18 unique accommodations. It's made up of 13 suites, two log cabins, and three cottages. The main building looks like a castle and each room has a private fireplace, hot tub, and kitchen. The inn is located in Galena Illinois which is a historic town and home of former president Ulysses Grant. While technically inside Galena we are located 8 miles south and overlooking the Mississippi River. We have high ratings across the web in customer reviews and we have strong organic SEO rankings. We also have a gourmet restaurant on the property. Our restaurant is rated the number 1 restaurant in Galena on TripAdvisor.
What do we offer?
Lodging & Amenities
Weddings & Romance
Meetings & Destinations
Dining & Spirits
Lodging & Amenities
We invite you to relax and enjoy the ultimate romantic getaway at the most luxurious lodging and accommodations our Galena Illinois bed and breakfast has to offer during any season.
Choose to stay with us in one of our 13 deluxe luxury suites located in the Castle, in one of three country cottages, or in one of the two log cabins all situated on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River.
The best romantic getaway offers variety and a warm welcome and the Goldmoor Inn has been personally decorated to evoke the romance of Arthurian-era England, the airy charm of a French country chateau, or the cozy seclusion of a Northwoods cabin. With unparalleled attention to detail, our unique accommodations ensure that your stay is a new and unforgettable experience no matter how often you visit us. Romantic getaways in Illinois that can offer a true escape, unique lodging, and atmosphere are uncommon.
Whether you visit the Goldmoor Inn for a romantic weekend getaway or a short midweek break in the historic river town of Galena, you will be staying at the only inn with sweeping views over the Mississippi River. This is no ordinary Galena IL lodging. The Mississippi River is the western border of Illinois, rich with wildlife and storied history. That's one of many reasons we think, of all the romantic getaways in Illinois, the Goldmoor Inn has the most charming personality. All of our uniquely crafted accommodations feature two-person whirlpool tubs, a king-size bed, and many other modern amenities for a one-of-a-kind romantic experience. There is no other bed and breakfast like it in Galena.
As a guest of the Goldmoor Inn, you can look forward to relaxing in our spa with a couples massage, dining in our acclaimed restaurant, a private, gourmet complimentary breakfast delivered directly to your room, and easy access to shopping and activities conveniently located, a short distance away, in beautiful downtown Galena.
Weddings & Romance
The Goldmoor Inn is a romantic wedding venue in Illinois offering indoor and outdoor facilities, gourmet food, and a storybook setting on a bluff high above the Mississippi River.
The outdoor Pavilion, available seasonally from May through October, is designed for ceremonies with seating up to 100 guests. The facility is complete with lighting, a sound system, and ceiling fans. The Pavilion sits on the cusp of the inner meadow surrounded by beautiful flowered gardens. We can accommodate weddings and/or receptions, renewal of vows, or any other important event such as family reunions, anniversaries, and birthdays.
All of our wedding venues feature dramatic architecture or breathtaking Galena landscapes that provide a picturesque backdrop for your special day. Your personal wedding coordinator is available at no additional charge to help you choose exactly the right elements for your personal style and budget. Services include:
The on-site wedding coordinator at your event
Ceremony and reception space
Luxurious accommodations for your wedding night and/or honeymoon
Flowers, champagne, and wedding cake (priced separately)
Reception menu and beverage serviced (priced separately)
Hairstyling, manicure, spa, and massage services are available with prior reservation (priced separately)
The Wedding Ceremony
Each care individually tailored to the wishes of the wedding couple. Our wedding facilities are at your disposal, whether you wish to be married in the Gazebo overlooking the Mississippi River, the Pavilion, Grand Hall, or one of the many beautifully landscaped areas on our grounds.
The Wedding Reception
Every reception is custom-tailored to the honored guests' personal tastes and wishes. Premier personal service is complemented by our chefs' creative cuisine offering a variety of plated dinner menus and small plates which complete your unique celebration.
Meetings & Destinations
Meeting Spaces for Group Events near Galena, Illinois
Consider hosting your next corporate board meeting, family reunion or group event at the Goldmoor Inn. Our tranquil, wooded setting offers a respite from everyday concerns, yet is close enough to Galena that you can take advantage of golfing, shopping, and winery tours during your visit.
The Goldmoor Inn offers a selection of meeting spaces that can accommodate up to 48 participants inside the inn, or up to 150 participants in our seasonal open-air pavilion. We are pleased to arrange special activities for your group, including cooking classes, tours of the inn and gardens, or lunch in our restaurant for larger groups. Tour buses are welcome. To begin planning your meeting, contact our event coordinator or complete our online inquiry.
Dining & Spirits
Fine Dining Restaurant in Galena, Illinois
Dining at the Goldmoor is an experience in and of itself. When you dine with us, you can expect the best of both worlds – warm, inviting service that is characteristic of the bed & breakfast experience combined with the elegance and refinement of fine dining. We invite our guests and the general public to make reservations with us for a dining experience unlike any other.
Whether you choose to enjoy a meal in one of our cozy booths or opt for one of our elegant tables, stunning views of the Mississippi River and the rolling hills of Galena will provide the perfect backdrop to your evening. Take your time and enjoy the views as you look over our seasonally crafted menu. Regularly enhancing current seasonal produce, our chefs prepare homemade stocks for sauces, creating exceptional flavors that you will only experience at Goldmoor Inn & Dining.
With many guests returning to the Goldmoor from year to year, we often find ourselves cooking up some long-time favorites. Let us know your favorite Goldmoor dish or dessert during your stay and we will be sure to have it ready for you the next time you visit.
We invite you to join us for dinner at the restaurant at the Goldmoor Inn. Reservations are available to both Goldmoor Inn guests and the general public Thursday through Monday evening.
What else we provide:
Packages & Events
Bed & Breakfast Amenities and Spa Packages
The Goldmoor Inn has become a premier destination for weekend getaways, weddings and elopements, special celebrations, and romantic honeymoons. We understand that your visit is a special event, and our innkeepers want to do whatever we can to make your stay memorable.
We are pleased to offer a variety of guest packages that enable you to take advantage of all the Goldmoor Inn has to offer. Choose from in-room amenities including flowers, sparkling wine or Prosecco, as well as special savings on dining and spa services.
If you have a friend or family member who wants to experience one of the best bed and breakfasts in the Midwest, we encourage you to consider a gift certificate for accommodations or dining. It’s a gift they will remember for years to come.
