Thorougly enjoyed our visit at the Cloran. Very clean and well kept with a really comfortable bed! Hosts were very accommodating and friendly. Outside grounds are impeccably landscaped with a charming gazebo next to a pond with a waterfall. One... read more

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at our first bed and breakfast, the Cloran Mansion. From the minute we stepped in the door until we left two days later we had a enjoyable experience. Cheryl and Carmine made us feel as if the masion was ours. The... read more

Best place ever!

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Delectable Breakfasts, Refreshing retreat for the weary. Carmine and Cheryl are perfection!

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Carmine and Cheryl are the ideal hosts of a beautiful and romantic location in Geneva. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Sara's Suite and of course the breakfasts were outstanding. We would highly recommend this quaint and charming B&B to... read more

The Cloran Mansion is stunning. Though rather skeptical of my first visit to a B&B, all concerns were quickly put to rest. The hosts were more than pleasant and helpful, as well was simply excellent chefs. The rooms were beautiful and the... read more

The Cloran Mansion was our first Bed & Breakfast experience for a "Mother/daughter" weekend trip. The Innkeepers, Cheryl and Carmine, provided such warmth, hospitality, and special touches during our stay. Breakfast was absolutely... read more

my husband and i greatly enjoyed our stay. the room and amenities could not have been better

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My husband surprised me with a weekend getaway for a special anniversary and I could not have been more pleased with him choosing the Tower Suite and the lovely Cloran Mansion Inn. From the moment we arrived, I knew this place was special. The... read more

My husband and I stayed in the cottage because we had a dog with us. What other bed and breakfast lets you have a dog?! Everything was perfect.... we can't wait to go back next year. Great hosts, not to mention the fantastic breakfasts we had!... read more

very friendly hosts, so relaxing- the best breakfast ever! highly recommend a stay at the Cloran Mansion

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Our thoughts keep slipping back to our relaxing stay in Galena with Cheryl and Carmine, our warm and welcoming hosts. What a surprise to be greeted with a cake to celebrate our 20th anniversary! We thoroughly enjoyed all the comforts and the... read more

We had a romantic getaway at Cloran Mansion away from the busy downtown main street. It was very peaceful relaxing by the fire, sipping wine with our own privacy.

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my wife and i have stayed at a number of b&b's in the galena area over the last 10 years and the cloron mansion rates as one of the best. the rooms are clean and comfortable, the breakfasts are delicious and the hosts are gracious and hospitable

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I arranged a 3 night stay at Cloran Mansion as a surprise (for my husband) anniversary getaway. I made all of the arrangements online: viewed the rooms and their availability; extras available (anniversay dinner, massages, flowers, etc.);and... read more

This is a WONDERFUL place for a romantic and fun stay! It was our first time at a B&B, and I can't recommend it more! The rooms are gorgeous, the food is amazing, and the hospitality can't be beat. I'd recommend Cloran Mansion to everyone who... read more

Very nice and relaxing and close to town. Dinner we ordered for the evening from them was absolutely wonderful. Breakfast tremendous too. Nice grounds and wonderful hosts and friendly.

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Truly amnazing--on a scale of 1-10, this place is a 12!!

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Girlfriends for over 20 years found a place that sleeps 3. Went Wed., Thurs., and Fri. Great food Great owners. Welcome pets too! Already made reservations for next year!

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Our hosts Carmine and Cheryl thought of everything for our comfort. The breakfasts were more than ample and very hardy. We'll be back!

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Our first bed and breakfast and I have no complaints. It was the best place we have stayed and I will come back again.

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After planning our wedding for almost a year and a half and sick to death with details I came across this wonderful B & B that had a pkg. for people who wanted to elope. Carmine & Cheryl planned everything for us on our special day, I... read more

This was our first stay and it will certainly not be the last. This has been our best experience with a B & B. Beautiful home and setting, super breakfast, and very congenial innkeepers.

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My boyfriend and I stayed there for my birthday celebration. Carmine and Cheryl are wonderful hosts. I must say that we have found our favorite place and we will be back many times! The name really does apply, it’s a Mansion. We were upgraded no... read more

The innkeepers Carmine and Cheryl on very short notice arranged a wonderful private wedding for us. We had a relaxing afternoon of therapeutic massage, an early evening ceremony followed by a wonderful candlelit dinner for two. They set up... read more

My husband and I eloped to Galena and we couldnt have asked for a better way to start our new life. Carmine and Cheryl were the greatest, their home is beautiful and we couldnt have asked for more. The food was incredible and the breakfast, wow!... read more

We were impressed with the friendly feeling as soon as we arrived. Special touches make it very homey. The breakfast was delicious and served to preferences. We were able to stay one night but will certainly return. read more

Cloran Mansion is a majestic bed and breakfast hosted by two wonderful, friendly people. My husband and I spent the weekend in Sara's Suite, which was lavishly decorated but still cozy, with a fireplace and whirlpool. Carmine and Cheryl serve a... read more

The Cloran Mansion is the best kept secret in Galena, IL. Cheryl and Carmine are a breath of fresh air. Their B & B is cozy, comfortable and very intimate. The breakfast was outstanding, truly delicious! Don't pass up the cottage - a... read more

The Cloran Mansion is beautiful. We have been there several times in the past 3 years. Carmine and Cheryl treat you like family. The rooms are beautiful with so many personal touches. The breakfast is outstanding (you will not leave hungry). read more

This B & B is located just "up the hill" from the main shopping district. If you like to walk it would be pleasant. The breakfast was eggs made to order with all the trimmings you could want. Lovely rooms, with a sitting room for... read more

This is the second time we've been to the Cloran Mansion. My husband was not big on B&B's before we went here in the summer for the first time. After staying with Carmine and Cheryl, he said this would be the place we go back to. We spent... read more

my wife and i have stayed with carmine and cheryl four times now and they are just like family now(although not packers fans)absolutly no worries here ,excellent food excellent stay ,we'll probably never go anywhere else,there is just no need.thanks... read more

Cheryl and Carmine have a wonderful place. They are very welcoming and accomodating. Felt just like home.

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Great experience for our first time at a B&B. We got the "couples package", with massage for 2 and dinner. Very relaxing. Food was excellent! Try the Tower room with the Jacuzzi in the tower.

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Carmine and Cheryl are like old friends, there are so many extra things done that you can hardly count them. The food is just the greatest. It's great fun to be there.

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This trip was our first experience to a bed and breakfast and we were pleasantly surprised. It was a memorable stay and exceeded my expectations. The innkeepers were very welcoming and made our visit extremely comfortable. We'll always come back!

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Spent 2 night here and had a wonderful time. Great breakfasts and very nice hosts ( Carmine and Cheryl) Bob and Joyce

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My husband and I wanted to stay somewhere different than a hotel. We've heard how nice B&B's are so we thought we give it a try. It was every bit what we had heard from friends and more. The hospitality was fantastic and very private. Great... read more

My husband & I received a gift certificate to the Cloran Mansion from some of my former neighbors when we got married last summer. We decided to go in the Fall, and it is becoming our new tradition to get away together, enjoy the beautiful... read more

We stayed for our anniversary and were met with a cake and personalized card. The rooms, food and service were fabulous. We loved Carmine and Cheryl. We enjoyed an in-room couples massage and a candlelight dinner. Very romantic-try it!!!

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