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The Hancock House

3.5 star property
Travelers warm up by the welcoming lobby fireplace or retreat to rooms with scenic views and WiFi - a cozy base for Mississippi River exploration.

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Exterior - The Hancock House (Dubuque)
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A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a turret. - The Hancock House (Dubuque)
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The Hancock House is near the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Guests love the warm lobby with a fireplace, free in-room WiFi, and express check-in. A vending machine offers snacks, and the staff is consistently praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a fireplace, a clock on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a patterned rug.

Mrs. Hancock (2nd Floor)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

A room with a red sofa, two red armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, a potted plant, and a chandelier.

Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with a view.

Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A room with a large window, a bed, a television, and a chair.

Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window, and a ceiling light fixture.

The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for The Library (1st Floor)

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden desk, a chair, and a bookshelf.

The Library (1st Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two upholstered chairs, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

The Train Room (3rd Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Dubuque, The Hancock House is in the entertainment district and in a regional park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eagle Point Park and Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, while National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are popular area attractions. Diamond Jo Casino and Grand River Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. Visit our Dubuque travel guide
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1105 Grove Terrace, Dubuque, IA, 52001

What's nearby

  • A museum with a large glass floor, wooden beams, and exhibits on the walls.
    National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A river with ripples, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.
    Grand River Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Loras College
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Five Flags Center
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Great Dragon
    10 min walk
  • The Walnut Tap
    6 min walk
  • Jubeck New World Brewing
    5 min walk
  • 7 Hills Brewing Company
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1891
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - March 2019
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

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: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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; access will be through a private entrance
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 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hancock House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Hancock House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hancock House?

Check-out 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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Reviews

The Hancock House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hancock House is a beautiful Victorian Home with a wonderful wrap around porch with a panoramic view of Dubuque. Simon is terrific host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is beautiful and well maintained. It is a fun opportunity to imagine life in one of these beautiful old homes from the 19th century. A wonderful breakfast was served Saturday and Sunday. Simon was great. Friendly and full of tips and ideas to help make the most of our time in Dubuque. We stayed in Florence’s room, which had great views of the city, and the bed in the turret with curved windows all around. We would highly recommend staying here. It was close to everything. We recommend the River Museum, the Riverwalk and Stonecliff winery, hiking at Mines of Spain and viewing eagles at Eagle Point. The murals were great, the Riverlight bookstore Sorpresa shop were interesting. Enjoyed good meals at Caroline’s, Dubuque Mining Company and the Copper Kettle. Loved the architecture in Dubuque.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is beautiful. Simon was extremely communicative and we were able to check in and out without incident. We were unable to stay for breakfast but it smelled wonderful. The views were beautiful and it felt very comfortable and safe. Everyone should experience this beautiful bed and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lymarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous and unique place, in a historic neighborhood whose charm is second to none. Very glad we stayed there! The only drawback was the lack of breakfast which is apparently only on weekends. There should have been a first-rate coffee setup to make up for this, but supplies were short and there was no silverware. Also, no live television in the room, only youtube TV.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely well kept and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to everything downtown and nearby resturants. very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful and thoughtfully preserved house. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

10/10 Excellent

KATELYN

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was super nice and friendly! The house was beautiful and very quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colleen

Antiques, view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024