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Welcome To
The DeSoto Dispatch
The DeSoto House Hotel
"Illinois' Oldest Operating Hotel"
Since 1855
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As always, we invite you to stay with us for any Occasion. Consider us your home away from home.
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Plan to spend some quality time with us!
DeSoto House Gift Certificates make perfect gifts!
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Last Chance to enjoy this Summer......
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Time is ticking, and if you're looking for that last fling before school starts, grab the family and come to the DeSoto House where River adventure and the 8 mile Galena River Trail is right out our back door. The Galena River Trail offers 8.0 miles (one way) of scenic hiking, biking or cross country skiing for users. The hard surfaced finely crushed rock trail is open to the public at no cost.
If you don't feel like bringing your bikes or water toys, Fever River Outfitters can handle your needs.
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We'll even pack a box lunch for you!
Plan to stay for a night or two and enjoy all Galena has to offer...
Call for details & reservations
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Looking to meet somewhere more exciting???
Come to the DeSoto House for meetings, retreats and family get togethers, with special Mid-Week room rates. The ABSOLUTE best place to host your special event! Plan to stay for a night or two and enjoy all Galena has to offer...
Call for details & reservations
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Women of Courage and Commitment
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2019 Schedule
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August
Midweek Internet Packages
Sunday - Thursday
Pick your Package...
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Dinner
Room plus $50.00 dinner voucher for
Generals' Restaurant
$179.00
Breakfast $169.00
Trolley
Breakfast for Two, Room plus two Trolley Tickets
$179.00
History
Breakfast for Two, Room plus two tickets to the
History Museum
$179.00
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Mississippi River Museum
Breakfast for Two, Room plus two tickets to the
Mississippi River Museum
$189.00
Haunted Ghost Tour
Wednesdays & Thursdays Only
Breakfast for two, Room plus two tickets to the
Haunted Ghost Tour
$189.00
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Just looking for a quiet getaway...
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...Then plan to stay with us Midweek (Sunday-Thursday) in August for our best rate of $139.00
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During your stay, take advantage of all Galena has to offer.
A few day destinations are listed below...
Visit Main Street
Just walk out our front doors and explore...
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Linmar Gardens
A short walk from the Hotel and you'll enter another world...
Grant Park
Just out our back door and across the walking bridge.
Jo Daviess conservation destinations
Enjoy the great outdoors, free to the public.
For any assistance, please call or visit our front desk for further information and directions.
815-777-0090
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Can't get away midweek???
Call our front desk for
our Weekend Dinner Packages
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800-343-6562
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Everyone loves a Cocktail Hour or two...
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Stay with us on Sundays through Thursdays
and enjoy complimentary cocktail hours
5-7 p.m.
in Generals' Restaurant Lounge.
Then, plan to dine with us.
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Create your dream wedding...
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Call to make your dreams come true!
815-777-6812
Deb Bertucci
Stefanie Hatley
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Upcoming Events
Since 1855 the DeSoto House Hotel has played
host to some of Galena's most gala events.
Here's a partial list of this years festivities.
For More Information or to make reservations for our upcoming events,
Please call: 815.777.0090 or 1.800.343.6562
Be Sure To Plan Your Get Away In Advance!
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Ladies Get a Way Weekend Friday, September 6th-Saturday, September 7th
Plan to stay in the center of all the activities with your BFF. More details to follow.
13th Annual Galena Octoberfest Saturday, October 5th
Plan to stay with us for this busy weekend in Galena and enjoy the Annual Octoberfest just outside our back door. Depot Park from Noon - 10:00 p.m. Family fun, Live Polka Music, Wiener Dog Racing, Ceremonial Tapping of the Keg, Bounce house, Bean Bag Tournament and so much more. Make reservations early. This will be a sold out weekend.
Murder & Mayhem in a Mining TownSaturday, October 12th
Join us for an evening of dark Galena history, eerie folklore and true ghost stories. This intimate and eerie Salon style show is presented by Master Storytellers, Ted Williams and Robyn Davis. Tickets are $25.00 per person and includes appetizers and a cash bar. Purchase tickets at the front desk.
Limited seating so purchase tickets early.
Country Fair Weekend Saturday, October 12, & Sunday, October 13th
Make reservations early for one of the busiest weekends in Galena. Enjoy the Craft fair just outside our backdoor. 150 vendors selling a variety of high quality, original handmade arts, crafts and fine arts. This not-to-be-missed weekend is overflowing with shopping, family fun, live entertainment and more!
Galena's 41st Annual Halloween ParadeSaturday, October 26th
Plan to stay with us for the largest, longest and spookiest parade in the Tri-State area just outside our door on Main Street. Make reservations early as this weekend is always sold out.
DeSoto House Hotel's Haunted Dinner Saturday, October 26th
Join us after the parade for dinner and a live
performance of true ghost stories, dark history and lingering hauntings.
The Galena Generals Christmas Ball Saturday, November 23rd
The Galena Generals invite you to join them for dinner and dancing and here their stories of how 9 men form a small city in Illinois not only fought in the Civil War but helped shape the Country and the World. You can choose the General you would like to have dinner with when purchasing your ticket.
Tickets are $50.00 per person. Seating is limited so purchase tickets early.
Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday, November 28th
Plan to join us for our Traditional Thanksgiving Buffet. Carving Station, Seafood Station, Entrees, Desserts, Champagne Fountain and Chocolate Fountain.
Serving from 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m Reservations highly recommended
Erickson Trio Friday, December 6th & Saturday, December 7th
Back by popular demand Erickson Trio will be here to entertain for the holiday season. Call for reservations early, as in the past the concerts have sold out. Friday 7:30 p.m. Saturday 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Luminaria & Living Windows Saturday, December 14th
Plan to stay with us for the most magical night in Galena. The town is aglow with luminaries and Main Street's windows come alive. This is a very busy weekend so plan to make your reservations early.
Luminaria Dinner Saturday, December 14th
Join us for dinner in the Courtyard and Generals' Restaurant - More details to follow.
Plan to have Breakfast with us for our annual Breakfast with Santa. Come join Frosty, Rudolph, the helpful Elf and Santa. From 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Reservations highly recommended.
New Year's Eve Tuesday, December 31st
Plan to say good-bye to 2019 with us. Serving in Generals' Restaurant from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Generals' Menu as well as Holiday Specials.
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Courtyard - Green Street - Generals'
Please call: 815.777.0090 or 1.800.343.6562
for Hours and Reservations
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or Click on link below...
Restaurant Hours
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Deb Bertucci
DeSoto House Hotel
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