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The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Victorian B&B with restaurant, near Diamond Jo Casino

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The Richards House Bed & Breakfast offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, a cozy coffee shop/cafe, and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the fireplace in the lobby or grab a newspaper and unwind while appreciating the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • DVD player
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self parking

Room options

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Library) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1492 Locust Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001

What's nearby

  • Loras College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Five Flags Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco John's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Great Dragon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jubeck New World Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪7 Hills Brewing Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Coffee House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast

  • The Richards House Bed & Breakfast puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mississippi River and Diamond Jo Casino. Free perks include WiFi, an airport shuttle, and full breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. This Victorian bed & breakfast is also just a 5-minute drive from Q Casino. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1883
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 35-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Richards House Bed & Breakfast offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Richards House Bed & Breakfast does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Diamond Jo Casino (3-min drive) and Q Casino (5-min drive) are both nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near The Richards House Bed & Breakfast?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Richards House Bed & Breakfast like?

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast is a short 6-minute walk from Loras College and 14 minutes' walk from Five Flags Center.

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Reviews

The Richards House Bed & Breakfast Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, homemade, and plentiful with many reviewers mentioning it as a highlight of their stay. (81 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Room
Outdoor
History
Food
Building
Service staff
Drinks
Bathroom
Tours

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were wonderful with good food and great knowledge of the area
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean. The staff(the owners themselves) were very helpful and friendly .
AIKATERINI, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing stay with wonderful hosts and a delicious breakfast!
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was amazing. Home cooked food and friendly service.
Chad, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice host, home with history, excellent breakfast.
Beata, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was very spacious and had an attached bath. This property is under renovation, but the hostess was very nice and we enjoyed our stay. Our room was comfortable and we had a good night's sleep. Breakfast was good, and plentiful. The baked peach was absolutely delicious! The exterior needs to be finished to be more inviting.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hosts at this bed and breakfast were excellent.
Andrew, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing breakfast, great atmosphere, I always enjoy coming back here.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Owners were very friendly and took us on a tour of this incredible historic building. Breakfast was amazing, homemade and lots of food!
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous VIctorian home with original finishes and interiors with inlaid wood, custom stained glass, very comfortable bed in the Library Suite, Breakfast was the best I've had all year. And the price was great!
KEITH, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, breakfast was excellent.
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay

Love all the antiques, and the breakfast is the best!
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable Stay

The hospitality was supuerb. Attention to detail, free snacks and a sumptuous breakfast aall made our stay very enfoyable.
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I really appreciate how Dave is so passionate and energetic about the history and honor of the house. Richards' house has a unique character that transports visitors back to the late 1800s or early 1900s. They've done a wonderful job preserving the place and adding modern amenities that blend seamlessly, making the experience both charming and comfortable.
Sakib Ibne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and a very accommodating host, breakfast was excellent. Don't let the tough exterior deter you, this place is truly a gem. We will gladly return someday.
Betsi, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely room and excellent complimentary breakfast!
sandra, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle and Dave are amazing hosts. Step back in time to this historic home from 1883. Bed was great breakfast..beyond our expectations. The facelift of the exterior after 142 years is a work in progress and once you step beyond the scaffold and open the doors you will feel right at home. If you don’t appreciate old, go to the holiday inn..Richards House was fantastic
The dining room
The living room with vintage radios playing
The foyer
View from second floor
richard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Nancie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

1883 mansion with incredibly beautiful interior! Delicious breakfast and hosts were very nice and friendly, very close to the historical downtown/Main Street area.
Karla, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We were not warned before our arrival that there was scaffolding on the outside of the building. We almost didn’t go in because the outside looks like such disarray. We were pleasantly surprised when we stepped inside and saw such a lovely quaint renovated house. The inside was very nice. The service was great and the breakfast the following morning was terrific. I will definitely stay here again.
Tammy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

"Work in progress" on the exterior, but the interior has been painstakingly restored to the home's original splendor by the owners over several years. Once inside the beauty & craftmanship of a bygone era really comes alive. My wife & I stayed in the Library room and it was very nice. Michelle was a very gracious host and her breakfast including freshly made apple coffee cake was delicious. My wife was reluctant to stay from outward appearances of the property, but she was glad that we did!
Rick, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at this B&B

Great B&B with wonderful hosts who made very nice treats (cookies, cakes, free wine) and an amazing breakfast, too!
Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location for a bed and breakfast. Very nice couple that manages the property.
Bradley, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old house that is decorated appropriately. Enjoyed our stay. The property caretakers were very friendly, helpful and welcoming. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast provided was excellent. If we ever return to Dubuque, we would definitely stay there again.
Ann, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful. Historic, downtown, nearby hiking

Amazing stay. The Richards home is stunning, excellent thoughtful breakfast, lots of historic charm. we walked to downtown to check out nighttime dining and then the farmers market on Saturday morning. It’s all right there. Great hiking nearby too!!
2-night trip