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About the Hotel

8700 West Chestnut Mountain Road Po Box 6328, Galena, Illinois, United States, 61036
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Near skiing slopes
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Rooms with Comfort

Every room at Chestnut Mountain Resort includes a cable TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each double room features a flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, air conditioning, and microwave. Additional room options include a seating area with a sofa sleeper, a flat-screen cable TV, a microwave, and a mini-fridge. Ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, a sitting area, a terrace, and garden furniture are standard. AM/FM alarm clocks and carpeted floors are also included.

Onsite Dining Options

The Summit Food & Spirits offers American cuisine with views of the Mississippi River and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring burgers, sandwiches, salads, and pizza. The Mountain Top Café is a convenient stop for a quick meal, serving hamburgers, bratwurst, chicken sandwiches, nachos, pretzels, pizza, cappuccino, and hot chocolate. The Sunset Grille provides a dining experience with a view from the outside dining deck.

Activities and Facilities

Chestnut Mountain Resort has 220 acres of land with a 475-foot vertical drop, featuring 19 ski trails, a 7-acre terrain park with 25 rails and structures. Activities include 1.5-hour Mississippi River cruises, downhill mountain biking at The Farside Bike Park, and Segway tours. The resort includes an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, and playground. In the summer, guests can enjoy the Alpine Slide, Soaring Eagle Zipline, mini golf, and disc golf. There is also a Farside Bike Park, with downhill mountain biking trails and a skills development area.

Location and Access

Chestnut Mountain Resort is located in Galena, Illinois, 5 km from Casper Bluff Land and Water Reserve, and 0.5 km from Chestnut Mountain Resort and 0.3 km from Alpine Slide. Dubuque Regional Airport is 55 km away. The resort is situated eight miles south of historic Galena, Illinois. The property is easily accessible via US-20, with well-marked routes from all directions.

Services and Amenities

Chestnut Mountain Resort provides free Wi-Fi, 24-hour security, laundry service, vending machines, free parking, and EV charging. Mountainside Outfitters, a 20,000-square-foot ski center, offers brand-name ski and snowboard gear. Ski and snowboard lessons are available for all skill levels. Powder Pups program for children ages 4-10. The hotel offers meeting and conference rooms for groups of up to 250 people. The facility has services for wedding ceremonies at two locations overlooking the Mississippi River Valley.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
26 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Coffee machine
Heating
King Room
2 persons
22 m² 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Premier Room Two Queen Beds Court Side 1
2 persons
40 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Coffee machine
Heating
King Room Courtside
2 persons
22 m² 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Galena 11.2 km
Airports
Dubuque Regional (DBQ) 50.6 km
Sovetskiy (ovs) 123.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Locker room
  • Ski to door
  • Ski storage
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Ski school
  • Hiking
  • Mini golf

Services

  • Ski equipment hire
  • Laundry
  • Ski pass vendor

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

8700 West Chestnut Mountain Road Po Box 6328, Galena, Illinois, United States, 61036
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8700 West Chestnut Mountain Road Po Box 6328, Galena, Illinois, United States, 61036
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Ski Area
Chestnut Mountain Resort
440 m
8700 W Chestnut Mountain Rd
Alpine Slide
0 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
43
Questions of the users
About Chestnut Mountain Resort
Are lift tickets included when booking a room at the resort?
5 January 2024
Lift tickets are not included with your room reservation and must be purchased separately. However, hotel guests are guaranteed lift tickets and do not need to reserve them in advance.
What is the distinction between the standard and premier rooms offered at the resort?
12 February 2024
The standard room is smaller with a compact bathroom, while the premier room provides more space, a larger bathroom with an additional sink, and includes a small table, chairs, and a sofa.
What's the dining experience like at the resort and when is breakfast served?
18 March 2024
The restaurant serves meals daily, with breakfast available from 8 AM to 9 AM on weekends and a variety of options for lunch and dinner. On weekdays, a convenient breakfast bag with muffins and fruit is provided.
Is there a chance to have a room with a river view during my stay?
24 April 2024
River views cannot be guaranteed for reservations made through third-party platforms. It's also worth noting that premier rooms on the second floor are only accessible via three steps.
Are there accommodations suitable for a large family at the resort?
19 May 2024
The resort offers a variety of room sizes capable of accommodating groups ranging from 2 to 16 guests. Assistance can be provided in arranging suitable accommodations for larger families.
Are there any dining options available for breakfast or dinner on-site?
30 June 2024
Yes, the resort provides dining options, serving breakfast on weekends and a lunch menu available every day. Dinner options are also offered at The Summit with a variety of meal choices.
Can a discount be applied when booking multiple rooms for several nights?
15 July 2024
Discounts may be available depending on the specific dates of your stay and the number of rooms booked. Group reservations need to be made directly with the resort to obtain any applicable discount.
Is the swimming pool open for guests to use during their stay?
22 August 2024
Yes, the pool is open, with operating hours from 9 AM to 11 PM, though it will temporarily close every two hours for cleaning and sanitizing.
Are pets permitted in the rooms or on the resort grounds?
11 September 2024
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed inside the hotel. Pets must remain leashed and can only be on the resort grounds.
Can guests access the resort via boat, and if so, what are the specifics?
28 October 2024
While there is a boat dock available, reaching the main part of the resort requires using a chair lift, which operates during designated hours.

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