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The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

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

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
1492 Locust Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Q Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Library)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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

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

About the area

Dubuque

At The Richards House Bed & Breakfast you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and Carnegie-Stout Public Library. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Dubuque B&B include Loras College and Grand Opera House.
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What's nearby

  • Loras College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Q Casino - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Backpocket Dubuque: Hours, Address - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). The Richards House Bed & Breakfast also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Dubuque bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1883
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
The Richards House Bed & Breakfast offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast on 29 Jun 2025 start from NZ$131.37, 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 parking available at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, The Richards House Bed & Breakfast has a free self car park.

Does The Richards House Bed & Breakfast serve breakfast?

Yep, travelers highly rate the free full breakfast here! Available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 314 out of 479 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 479 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 479 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 479 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 479 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

Karla

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Beautiful hotel in Dubuque, Iowa

The hotel is a work of art. Beautifully decorated with an exquisite taste. The owners are very kind and helpful. The home-made prepared breakfast is delicious. Absolutely recommendable if you will stay in Dubuque!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

Thank you!

We stayed for a few days at Richard's House. We enjoyed our stay very much, the breakfast was vast and delicious. The owners are very friendly. We stayed in the bedroom that you can see in the photograph, it is large and very comfortable with a very nice bathroom. I highly recommend the place. It was cost effective!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is an awesome old place, toasty warm and welcoming, the front porch is under construction so just be aware. Very kind host and hostess
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You’ll love this place if you can appreciate the gilded age late 1800's.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time we have stayed at the Richard's House and each time has been better than the last. Quiet, clean, stunning interior and the innkeepers are knowledgeable about the history of the home and Dubuque IA. The breakfasts are cooked to perfection and always taste delicious! The fresh baked desserts are available all day! We will definitely come back for a fouth visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a treat to stay here. It is unassuming from the outside but the interior is absolutely stunning and the historical details and amazing. Every time I stay I discover some new little treasure, carving, light fixture, or tile. The owners are amazing and the breakfast is huge and tasty. Definitely worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lizbeth

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yeah no! Wanted to like it but just gloomy and scary. Curtains so dirty. Moved a chair and in the spot it sat all the stuffing fell out on the floor??? Outside was scaffolded and dark. Not a place I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Big surprise on arrival

It wasn’t made clear on hotels.com that this bnb is in the middle of major renovations. The rooms were completed, but the outside and windows were in major need of work and confused us when we got there. When we looked at the properties website later, it did mention the construction. The owners were nice, but somewhat disorganized and there were spaces that were full of supplies and trash from construction in view. This location will be beautiful when completed, and we enjoyed our room, but we were not prepared for what we drove up to.
Stairs to the front door
This one corner is the only fished part of the exterior.
Many broken and cracked windows that have been re
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Antonio

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unprofessional a horrible experience the way they treat us I would never go back to that place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inside. Outside is being redone. Service and people were wonderful. Food was ba class above.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a hard review to write. The place was very interesting. The hosts were awesome. My problem is that I have asthma and I’m allergic to cats. I had a hard time breathing with the dust and animal smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell Stephania

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What an awesome experience. The hosts were very nice and the breakfast was outstanding! A comfortable room with a nice bed and linens. The exterior is under remodel and the temporary wooden steps were a little uneasy to comprehend. Some updating to the insides needed as well but it looks like a wonderful place being reborn. A great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don't let the exterior renovation and scaffolding keep you from discovering this place. Like an oyster, the exterior gives no clue to the pearl inside! What's inside is a well preserved 19th century mansion. Nine different kinds of wood, nine unique beds, fireplaces abound, unique wall coverings, and stained glass throughout (even in the rooms pocket doors). Decades long owner/proprietors give an excellent Bed & Breakfa experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Wonderful Stay

Love all the antiques, and the breakfast is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth, Oak Park

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay! We were in town for a conference & it was so lovely & relaxing to stay at The Richards House. It was warm & welcoming & the food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024