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The Hancock House

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

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Exterior
Point of interest
Front of property
View from room
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Explore the area

Map
1105 Grove Terrace, Dubuque, IA, 52001
  • Loras College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Five Flags Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Fourth Street Elevator
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

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

View all photos for The Train Room (3rd Floor)

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

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

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

View all photos for Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

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

View all photos for Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

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

View all photos for The Library (1st Floor)

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

View all photos for The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

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

Dubuque

At The Hancock House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Diamond Jo Casino. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and express check-in. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Dubuque B&B, you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Grand River Center and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Q Casino.
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What's nearby

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

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

Victorian bed & breakfast in Dubuque with free parking
As a guest of The Hancock House, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Hancock House also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a fireplace in the lobby, and express check-in. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Hancock House was completed in March 2019.

This Victorian Dubuque bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1891
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The Hancock House offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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

  • No pets 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

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Hancock House?

Yep, The Hancock House has a free self car park.

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

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hancock House on 3 Apr 2025 start from AU$212.25, 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.

Does The Hancock House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary brekkie is offered on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Hancock House?

No, The Hancock House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Hancock House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Hancock House?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Lou Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Colleen

Antiques, view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kosuke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jerry

The property was excellent, Expedia screwed up the vacation by sending me a confirmed booking without telling the Hancock owner. As a result we weren’t able to stay there !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, Great view. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

tami

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Jan, Omaha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awsome view!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte, Columbia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view and terrific host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Selwyn

Liked: Room comfort
Good experience
The room we rented was comfortable. The place was clean. The host was friendly. The place needs a little upkeep on small items, nothing major. A couple of cracks on the walls and possibly a sagging on the bathroom floor which was likely causing the shower door to not stay closed and some water to stagnate on the wrong side(the shower itself was otherwise clean, modern and neat). But given the age of the house it was good. The experince was good overall. Parking was a little confusing, especially since on-street parking looked full when we arrived. Some additional instruction on parking would've helped. Host was helpful and with the local area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

KATELYN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time at a bed and breakfast. The property was pretty. The house was beautiful. Very very quiet. Staff was very nice and accommodating. My only complaint was the bed was very uncomfortable so I didn’t sleep well at all:/
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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