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The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Richards House Bed & Breakfast welcomes travelers with a full breakfast and helpful staff. Guests appreciate the cozy coffee shop/cafe and reliable in-room WiFi. The lobby offers a comfortable space to read the newspaper by the fireplace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Library) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Library)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1492 Locust Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001

What's nearby

  • Loras College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Five Flags Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Q Casino - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Paisano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Coffee House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Italian Restaurant and Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Mississippi River
Free full breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a TV in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 35-inch TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1883
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Richards House Bed & Breakfast Dubuque
Richards House Bed & Breakfast
Richards House Dubuque
Richards House
The Richards House & Dubuque
The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Dubuque
The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Dubuque

Frequently asked questions

Is The Richards House Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Richards House Bed & Breakfast provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Richards House Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated in Dubuque, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of St. Luke's United Methodist Church, Carnegie-Stout Public Library, and Loras College. Grand Opera House and Dubuque Museum of Art are also within 15 minutes.

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The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 518 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were pleasant & helpful . Breakfast was fantastic .Very interesting information on the history of the Richards House.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing stay with wonderful hosts and a delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakib Ibne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciate how Dave is so passionate and energetic about the history and honor of the house. Richards' house has a unique character that transports visitors back to the late 1800s or early 1900s. They've done a wonderful job preserving the place and adding modern amenities that blend seamlessly, making the experience both charming and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cool house and delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Enjoyable Stay

The hospitality was supuerb. Attention to detail, free snacks and a sumptuous breakfast aall made our stay very enfoyable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness
The building had awesome details. The man and lady were very knowledgeable about the house and nice. The building is showing its age a bit, but the bed was comfortable and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's a super old, very unique house. The bed was comfortable. My room only has a bathtub, no shower. The owners were super nice and breakfast was amazingly good. The neighborhood is a bit rundown and there is only street parking but there was plenty available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1883 mansion with incredibly beautiful interior! Delicious breakfast and hosts were very nice and friendly, very close to the historical downtown/Main Street area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A unique location and building with attentive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layne

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

Great Place!!!

Terrific place, super comfy mattress! good breakfast and warm and welcoming hosts. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

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

Charming!

The hosts are amazing!!! The breakfast was remarkable!!! So much charm throughout this house!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a comfy B&B to stay in Dubuque. Big Victorians are a nice change from hotels. The staff and food were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home. Very clean and the owner was so nice, giving me a short tour of the rooms and the house itself. Had a great stay and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the ambiance of the room and eating area. Nicely decorated. The food was delicious . Would definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very cute place, the decorating is to die for. the people who run the bed and breakfast were really nice, gave us a tour and let us have our pick of the available rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the truly unique B&B experiences. The place breathes history. Hosts are welcoming and the breakfast is high class.

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Home is very unique and the owner gave us a tour as soon as we arrived. The room was very cozy. Will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great Breakfast! Friendly owners. Outside needed work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Richard’s House Bed and Breakfast was a very amazing stay with a gorgeous vintage vibe to it and an out of history touch. Very comfortable stay! Very attentive staff and service! Excellent breakfast and engagement from the hosts! Overall a great staycation in Dubuque.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of painting portraits, they are lovely. Breakfast service was good! The orange juice was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfast. Great service. Beautiful antiques and decor. Definitely a value.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. Just what I needed’
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
An historical masterpiece that needs some updating. We’ve not seen a place like this before
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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