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The Hancock House

Property class: 3.5

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with autumn foliage.
A traditional room with a large ornate ceiling, a large tapestry, and classic furniture.
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a staircase leading to another room, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, wooden paneling on the ceiling, and a chandelier.
A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a turret.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct

Explore the area

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1105 Grove Terrace, Dubuque, IA, 52001
  • Place, Loras College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

A bedroom with a floral bedspread, a bedside lamp, a dresser, a television, and a mirror.

Courtland's Room (2nd Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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)

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

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

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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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 Smart 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. On weekend mornings full breakfast is served between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .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 (2.1 mi) from Q Casino.
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What's nearby

  • Loras College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Five Flags Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand River Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7 Hills Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Great Dragon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Loras College Pub - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Hancock House

The Hancock House offers its guests a terrace, a vending machine, and a fireplace in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Hancock House also features express check-in, express check-out, and a microwave in a common area. 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • 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 a hairdryer. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a bath. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 15 metres
  • 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

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

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
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

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
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

  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

Does The Hancock House serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is offered at weekends from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

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

As of 20 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hancock House on 21 Oct 2026 start from NZ$247, 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.

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. 73 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 109 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Property was fabulous, we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in the Mrs. Hancock room. It was a large, sunny, spacious room. The bed was very comfortable, and the temp was perfect. The house is so close to everything, we could easily get to anything we wanted to see in Dubuque. Simon was a gracious host and the breakfasts were well portioned and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Hancock House. Simon/Host provided excellent communication and updates during our stay. The incredible Victorian residence is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood overlooking the city. Our room was cozy, and in a very clean condition. The breakfast was terrific. Definitely a wonderful place to stay in Dubuque.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It was extremely well kept and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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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

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Convenient to everything downtown and nearby resturants. very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful and thoughtfully preserved house. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely view and terrific host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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

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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

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Very nice place, Great view. Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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

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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

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Beautiful old home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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

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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

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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

8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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

10/10 Excellent

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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

10/10 Excellent

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This was the first bed and breakfast that my husband and I have ever stayed at. It was pleasantly delightful and we would definitely stay here again. The house was very well kept. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was friendly. Our host educated us about the house and the city of Dubuque which was interesting to hear.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022