About WorldMark Galena
WorldMark Galena (formerly WorldMark Galena) consists of
suites and condos located at W Longhollow Road, Galena IL. These family
friendly accommodations are well equipped and close to many of the area’s top
attractions.
There are 55 condos that have partial or full kitchens, balcony, and a seating area with a sofa bed. LCD TVs with cable channels and Wi-Fi are some of the amenities offered. Jetted bath, fireplace, ironing, hair dryer and CD player are other modern amenities.
The WorldMark Galena resort has an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, a sauna and fitness center. There is also a laundry room and barbecue area. Arcade games and computer facilities are also on offer. Free parking is available onsite. The resort has a lift.
Guests can get their own meals in the kitchenette provided or head out for a bite.
Local attractions include the Belvedere Mansion, Ulysses S. Grant Home, Dowling House and Galena Cellars Winery. Golfing, skiing and horse riding facilities are located close by.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Lovely getaway
Guests who have stayed at the WorldMark Galena (formerly The Resort at Galena), found the location to be picturesque and restful. Tucked away in the mountains, the resort is still conveniently close enough to the historic town of Galena. Guests can enjoy lovely views from their balconies and have described the condos/ studio suites as cozy and warm.
positive:
Very good amenities
The rooms are clean and well appointed; very good amenities felt a majority of guests. The rooms are spacious with space to spread out and space is cleverly utilized. The kitchen, jetted bath, fireplace and other modern amenities in the rooms have been appreciated by guests. Common amenities such as the pool, game room and workout area are also reported to be good.
positive:
No other positive mentions
So far, no other recent positive opinion has been expressed by guests about this hotel.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Internet is not free; noisy
Guests have to pay to use the internet facilities. The cell phone signal is rather poor and patchy. Also, some guests felt that the noise from the highway was disturbing.
negative:
Damage deposit charged
Guests are charged a damage deposit amount while Checking-in at the WorldMark Galena. This takes some days to be refunded.
negative:
Housekeeping limited, needs updating
Though limited housekeeping is offered, some guests have given thumbs down to the maid service. Some guests also felt that the resort hotel needs some updating. In the event, the interiors are scheduled to undergo renovations from August to December 2015.