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 free newspapers
Smoke-free property, a vending machine and tour/ticket information
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
More
3 floors
Built in 1891
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
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: 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
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 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).
The Hancock House Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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.
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.
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 !
This was a beautiful historic mansion. Room was very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was excellent and host was very responsive. Beautiful neighborhood overlooking downtown.
IT was located in a truly unique location. Beautifly restored rooms and the breakfast on Sunday morning was wonderful. Other guests were very pleasant.
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!
Jan
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Deborah
6 Aug,2023
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!
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.
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!
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:/
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.
Gerald
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Jean, Richfield
Travelled with partner
7 May,2023
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.