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The Hancock House

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian B&B near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

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Exterior
Front of property
Point of interest
Reception
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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

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Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

Ballroom Suite (3rd Floor)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Train Room (3rd Floor)

The Train Room (3rd Floor)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mrs. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Mrs. Hancock (2nd Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

Florence's Room (2nd Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

Anna's Room (3rd Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Library (1st Floor)

The Library (1st Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

The Dollroom (3rd Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

Mr. Hancock (2nd Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Dubuque

In entertainment district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Dubuque B&B, you'll find National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Diamond Jo Casino. Grand River Center and Q Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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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

3.5-star Victorian B&B near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
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
  • Refrigerator in a common area
The Hancock House offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • 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 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; 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.
  • 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
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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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

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

6/10 Okay

Jean, Richfield

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The building was impressive and the furnishings seemed very authentic and worn. It could have used some vacuuming and dusty. Our room was untouched when we came back from a long day out--the bed was unmade, nothing had been made tidy. The morning coffee was very weak the first morning and wasn't even made the second morning. We would not stay here again. But it was an interesting setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023