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The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location

Vacation home near Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque

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A living room with a wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, a grey sofa, and a large window with blinds.
A modern meeting room with a glass table, white chairs, and a blue accent wall with framed pictures.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a grey armchair, a wooden coffee table with a floral arrangement, and a sliding door leading to a dining area with a view of the city.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a bar stool area.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchair, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Dubuque, IA
  • Place, Five Flags Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamond Jo Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Dubuque

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Dubuque vacation home, you'll find Diamond Jo Casino and Mississippi River. Five Flags Center and Dubuque Museum of Art are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Five Flags Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand River Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pepper Sprout - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dimensional Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sunshine Family Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Barrel House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location

Perfect downtown location full of sunshine and views: near bars/breweries/restaurants. 5 Flags Center just across the street! Casino, Millwork District, Best Restaurants w/in 5 blocks! Local tips/ideas await you. Your keyless entry is convenient. Quick answers if you text host. We want your stay to be wonderful - one of the best, cleanest AIRBNBs you'll ever have. NOTE: NO PARTIES, NO PETS, NO SMOKING, NO STOVE.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.5 mi (11-min drive) away from the Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Diamond Jo Casino (10-min walk) and Q Casino (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location to downtown Dubuque?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Dubuque.

The Dubuque House - Historic Downtown Location Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean house, so much to do in historic Dubuque, great shops and restaurants!!! Also only 30min from awesome cave hiking, we would love to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bar next door was extremely loud one night but that was to be expected. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sonny s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Perfect all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Stay

Was very nice place to stay. Loved the house and the area. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here in Dubuque while visiting my son at college. I traveled with my mother-in-law and it was a great fit for both of us. The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Check-in was easy and the host communicated clearly. The location made it simple to get around town and to campus. Would absolutely stay here again on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place great location

Great spot by the action. Spacious and comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was a blast

We all enjoyed our time there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was in a convenient location. Clean and had all the expected amenities. Plenty of room and beds for a family with a lot of kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the house for fun and held several of us (6) . The table was big enough for us all to sit and be comfortable and it was near downtown so we walked to a lot of the tourist items we were visiting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Responsive host. Great location for museum and casino. Nice dinning options. Perfect for a family to spread out
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darci M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay for Concert

This was the perfect spot to stay for going to a concert downtown. Everything was clean and well taken care of. All downtown shops and restaurants were easily walkable from the house. Would stay again next time we’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Great stay within walking distance of all the things we wanted to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect girls weekend! The house had everything we could want and we were walking distance to lots of fun in the area! Would definitely stay here again! Host was helpful and responsive! The house was more than we had expected!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Great Location

House was clean and well maintained. Walking distance to several restaurants and bars
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

golf outing

great location and they let us drop our clubs off early. Location was perfect. We got back from outing, showered, walked to restaurants, bars, and casino.Had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing in Dubuque

Very cozy and relaxing! Walking distance to just about everything in Historic Downtown Dubuque
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely!

This is a beautiful house in a great location. Walking distance to all we needed. Home is spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday getaway

Property was in a good location. Cute, local shops in walking distance. House was clean and roomy. Loved the artwork of Dubuque.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend moving daughter back to school
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We walked in and it immediately impressed us! So much space, beautifully decorated, had everything we needed. Great communication and comfortable beds and pillows. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The house is in the perfect location for walking to lots of Dubuque landmarks! We had plenty of room for the two of us and our guests who came to visit. There’s no stove, but the microwave and coffee maker were what we used most often anyway. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming home!

Had our family with us for a wedding and needed a place to stay overnight. This worked perfectly for that purpose. Having only one bathroom would’ve been a challenge if we were staying longer, but the home is very well kept and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

The home was clean, spacious, beautiful, and comfortable. It was modern yet had a classy look to it. My only suggestion would be to have kleenix available and some fuzzy throws in the living rooms. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024