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The Hancock House

3.5 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Dubuque with free parking

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Exterior
Reception
Point of interest
Front of property
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is €134
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Room options

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Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Train Room (3rd Floor)

The Train Room (3rd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mrs. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Mrs. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Library (1st Floor)

The Library (1st Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
1105 Grove Terrace, Dubuque, IA, 52001

What's nearby

  • Five Flags Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Grand River Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Q Casino - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pepper Sprout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Backpocket Dubuque: Hours, Address - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Monks Kaffee Pub - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Hancock House

Bed & breakfast rejuvenated in 2019 and located near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
Located close to Diamond Jo Casino and Grand River Center, The Hancock House provides a terrace and a fireplace in reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and tour/ticket information
  • Free newspapers, a vending machine and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Hancock House boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers and shampoo
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 9 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Hancock House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hancock House?

As of 12 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hancock House on 20 Mar 2025 start from €134.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Hancock House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hancock House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hancock House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hancock House located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Diamond Jo Casino and Grand River Center. Q Casino and Eagle Point Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Hancock House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 85 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Awesome
The property was spectacular!! The history and architecture second to none. Our host Simon was gracious and informative. Highly recommend visiting this gem!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Enjoyed historic charm and detail to period furnishings. Great to share history of the house and Dubuque with Simon and other guests. Many thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Great views in a historic house
Wonderful views of the city and river from the Doll Room. Very comfortable room full of old school charm. Breakfast was also excellent and Simon's history of Dubuque was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Lovely view and terrific host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Colleen

Antiques, view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATELYN

Host was very friendly and quite knowledgeable about the property and the city in general. Room was very well appointed. Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

adam

The owner was super nice and friendly! The house was beautiful and very quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Very nice place, Great view. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

This was a beautiful historic mansion. Room was very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was excellent and host was very responsive. Beautiful neighborhood overlooking downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

IT was located in a truly unique location. Beautifly restored rooms and the breakfast on Sunday morning was wonderful. Other guests were very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

We had a great time. The bed room was beautiful. The view over Dubuque was incredible. The breakfast was amazing and the service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

The host, and our greeting, felt rushed and as though we were inconveniencing him. The home is beautiful although it smelled musty and the bed was uncomfortable. It offers a beautiful view of Dubuque.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

Beautiful old home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John

Nice house, close to downtown, if you're a good walker there are steep stairs down the bluff leading right to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica

So beautiful - the house and the view! We did leave for dinner and a little drive around the city but then spent three hours on the front porch just reading and relaxing and enjoying the view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad

This was the first bed and breakfast that my husband and I have ever stayed at. It was pleasantly delightful and we would definitely stay here again. The house was very well kept. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was friendly. Our host educated us about the house and the city of Dubuque which was interesting to hear.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lou Ann

I felt as though we were sleeping inside a museum filled with fine antiques. It was quite beautiful. Parking on the street was awkward to haul luggage up the steps. Inkeeper was sometimes hard to reach. Coffee and a few other items were gratis in the kitchen. Sure missed breakfast no longer being included.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara

The view from the porch is INCREDIBLE! The inside is like stepping back in time, which was so fun. Simon was a wonderful host who was knowledgeable about the area (and we came on a Sunday when most things were closed!)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Loved it!
We had a great stay at the Hancock House. The room was great, the view of Dubuque was fantastic, and our hsot Simon was very friendly. My wife enjoyed the breakfast (I preferred to sleep in) and loved hearing about the history of the area. Overall, a great choice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Hancock House is one of the best B&B's I've stayed at ever (business or pleasure trips). The room furnishings, a good firm mattress, fine shower AND superb brkf made this a memorable trip. Will plan on staying again next spring & will encourage my sisters to as well (our annual sibling get-together). Note: II grew up in Dbq so know the city well; a great location just above 'downtown' but placed aside a cliff and the old 11th St. cable car site.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Great beautiful historic home
I love the beautiful historic houses and the character they have. The bed was super comfortable, and I slept 10 hrs straight. Only negative was the parking on the hillside due to the location of the house. Excellent overall!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlys

Charming
What a charming discovery! A beautiful old home on the top of a hill with a gorgeous view of the city. Gorgeously decorated and appointed with attention to detail. We are enchanted!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan

The Hancock House is a beautiful Victorian mansion. It sits high above Dubuque and offers spectacular views of the city and the Mississippi River. Simon is a gracious host. He takes pride in the house and it shows. Each room is beautifully appointed. The gourmet breakfasts served on Saturday and Sunday are delicious. The Hancock House is by far the best B and B in Dubuque!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah

Charming B&B
Lots of character with a beautiful view over the city. Host is accommodating, breakfast delicious, beds and room comfortable and clean. A few updates on especially the exterior of the house would make it a fantastic experience (building noticeably deteriorating on the outside compared to homes surrounding it including banners). Otherwise a great choice for a unique experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023