Step into the historic J. G. Schmohl building, now home to Ulysses Suites in downtown Galena, and discover 7 modern yet luxurious suites with a nod to its rich past as the Grant Hotel from 1895 to 1933. With plenty of historical character and texture, these spacious suites are perfect for special gatherings or family retreats.
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Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Ulysses Suites, Suite 203
About this space Ulysses Suites has just been completed inside the historic J. G. Schmohl building in the heart of downtown Galena, located at 213 to 217 S. Main Street. The location is walking distance to all the best restaurants and shops. We have 7 suites and a beautiful lobby that are modern and luxurious, with lots of historical character and texture as a nod to its previous existence as the Grant Hotel from 1895 to 1933. Suite 203 is almost 1400 square feet and is located on the 2nd floor. The space The J. G. Schmohl building was built around 1850. From 1895 to 1932, Mr. Schmohl ran the Grant Hotel in this building. We have loving renovated this well-deserved building with a nod to the Grant Hotel from the turn of the century. We have 3 two bedroom/2 bath suites, 2 one bedroom/1 bath suites and 2 studios. Having a special family/friend gathering? You can rent the entire 7 suites that will accommodate 21 people. Ulysses Suites main entrance is at 214 S. Bench Street and is also accessible between 213 and 215 S. Main Street. Ulysses Suites has been awarded the Galena Excellence in Historic Preservation Designation in 2020. Please read our "other things to note" section for our Coronavirus response BEFORE BOOKING Other things to note Because of Covid-19, we are taking the CDC & WHO guidelines very seriously & are constantly evolving our best practices for how to open & operate safely. Based off the guidelines from our national & local health leaders we have reviewed our cleaning standards & operating policies. BEFORE YOU BOOK please understand that in order for us to continue being here, we need to make sure that everyone who is coming to Ulysses Suites is taking the pandemic seriously as well. By reserving at Ulysses Suites you are telling us that you’ve been washing your hands like crazy & following CDC & WHO guidelines on how to keep yourself & your community safe (including wearing a mask while out in public spaces). Thank you for taking this seriously with us!!
All guests must sign our Rental Agreement which will be sent prior to arrival. Make the time to review it in advance and let us know if you have any questions about it that you'd like to discuss before your arrival.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Galena Historic District, a neighbourhood in Galena, is home to this apartment. Belvedere Mansion and Washburne House Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Linmar Gardens and Aqua Park. Visit our Galena travel guide
What time is check-in at Ulysses Suites, Suite 203?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ulysses Suites, Suite 203?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ulysses Suites, Suite 203 located?
Located in Galena Historic District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Galena-Jo Daviess County History Museum, Old Market House and Linmar Gardens. Dowling House and Old Blacksmith Shop are also within 10 minutes.
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Ulysses Suites, Suite 203 Reviews
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Everything was perfect! Location was right where we wanted to be smack dab in the main drag of the beautiful uptown Galena. Everything with the stay was wonderful and just as pictures and description stated. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back!!
This place is absolutely perfect! Stayed in suite 203. The place is staged like a model apartment fully equipped with the most quality products and decor. This remodel is stunning and location could NOT be any better…center of Main Street strip. Most importantly (for me at least) this space was immaculate! Super clean and comfortable! We will be back soon!
We had a wonderful stay over thanksgiving. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed the extra touches like the local coffee and the filtered water.
Our group of 4 friends had an excellent stay. As another reviewer mentioned, it's actually like two separate apartments connected via a vestibule, so it worked out really well when one of us had to get up at 6 am to catch a train - she could use her own kitchen and bathroom, and we didn't hear a thing. The property is centrally located - easy walks to a grocery store and cafés and restaurants and the river. The hosts left us a care package with fresh bread, cheese and orange juice - so kind and so delicious!
This was possibly the nicest VRBO I have ever stayed at. The apartment itself was immaculately clean and everything was in pristine condition. We were blow away by all the small details that show this property owner is thinking how to make the best stay possible for her guests. There were so many amenities, like locally sourced hand soaps and toiletries, fully stocked kitchen with anything you would need to cook a delicious meal, complimentary bath salts for the soaker tub. I could go on and on. Joan was also very responsive to any questions I had, which was very much appreciated. The Ulysses Suites were exactly what we were looking for in a weekend get away to Galena. If you are looking for something close to downtown with all splendor of a trendy, luxury apartment, you really must book this space!