10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque from AU$72

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A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a balcony overlooking the lobby.

A spacious lobby with patterned carpet, ornate ceiling, and classic furniture.

A person at a counter with a telephone, a cash register, and a computer.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a reception area in the background.

1. Hotel Julien Dubuque

Downtown Dubuque, 0.3 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Mary

AU$200

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a coffee machine.

A modern bar area with bar stools, a counter, and a refrigerated display.

A modern interior with a fireplace, seating area, and wooden accents.

2. The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.7 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Nola

AU$188

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'TownePlace by Marriott' sign, outdoor seating area, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a covered outdoor seating area, and a sign reading "Towneplay by Marriott."

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, and a red appliance. There is a gray sofa with a blue pillow and a red pillow.

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown

Historic Millwork District, 0.9 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

thomas

AU$270

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with autumn foliage.

A large, two-story house with a wrap-around porch and a turret.

A traditional room with a large ornate ceiling, a large tapestry, and classic furniture.

A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, wooden paneling on the ceiling, and a chandelier.

4. The Hancock House

1 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Joshua

AU$181

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a brick wall with a poster.

A hotel with outdoor seating and a fire pit.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and chairs.

A hotel lobby with directional signs to the hotel and casino, a reception desk, and a sports bar.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown

2.7 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Scott

AU$168

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire pit, overlooking a street with buildings and a large glass structure.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A restaurant entrance with a sign reading "RIVER ROCK KITCHEN & TAP."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

6. Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG

Downtown Dubuque, 0.3 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Robert

AU$179

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large, historic brick building with multiple towers and a prominent entrance.

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a chandelier.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a mirror, and a buffet setup.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a patterned carpet.

7. Redstone Inn And Suites

Downtown Dubuque, 0.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Daniel

AU$214

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An indoor water park with multiple slides and pools.

Outdoor patio seating with tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a curved staircase, comfortable seating, and a variety of plants.

A sign for Tony Roma's restaurant at Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark, with a view of the Grand Harbor building in the background.

8. Grand Harbor Resort

0.4 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Greg

AU$186

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a view of the sea through the window.

9. Tesla MedBed Center, East Dubuque

2.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Richard

AU$184

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with Samuel Adams.

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a brick facade.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a neon sign for Budweiser.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

1.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Michelle

AU$92

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a fireplace, and a large artwork above it.

A covered walkway leading to a building entrance with brick walls and a wooden ceiling.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on a brick fireplace, a seating area with chairs, a bathtub, and a small bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A serene landscape with a pond, lush greenery, and large rocks.

11. Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

18.4 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Kelli

AU$148

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide, lounge chairs, and large windows.

A Country Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a patterned armchair, a large bathtub, and a nightstand with lamps.

A kitchen with white tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and a countertop with waffle irons, a grill, and bowls of food.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Galena, IL

18.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Judy

AU$146

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An indoor pool area with a stone wall, wooden pillars, and seating.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a clothing store.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a television mounted on a stone wall, a sofa, a wooden dresser, and a dining table.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a leather sofa, a wooden chair, a small table, and a large tub.

13. Stoney Creek Inn Galena

19.7 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Gary

AU$140

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a pool, multiple dining tables and chairs, and a large tree.

A spacious indoor area with a pool table, a ping pong table, and several tables and chairs.

14. Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

4.5 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Margita

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A breakfast buffet area with clear glass containers of food, a sign promoting waffles, and a wall with kitchen utensils illustrations.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a clear entrance, a covered waiting area, and a sign indicating a 1900 clearance height.

A snack display with various chips and candies, a beverage refrigerator, and a sign reading 'BEVERAGE-AIR'.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Hampton' sign, a Hilton Honors badge, and a snack display.

15. Hampton Inn Dubuque

4.8 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Dale

AU$183

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a TV, a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a sink.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a clock on the wall.

A breakfast station with a bakery section, a coffee machine, and a display case with pastries.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dubuque by IHG

6.8 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Bruce

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a stone accent wall, a kitchen area, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, two small tables, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern reception desk with a wooden finish and a black countertop. There is a large window with a blue-tinted glass feature, and a mirror above the desk.

A hotel pantry with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and condiments.

17. Dubuque Inn & Suites

4.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Carol

AU$126

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a large fan on the ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a blue accent wall.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a breakfast bar.

18. American Inn and Suites

16.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Emil

AU$72

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A water park with inflatable play structures and a lake.

Two wooden arch-roofed cabins with a picnic table in front, set against a forested hillside.

A deck with outdoor tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of a lake.

A lakeside beach with RVs, a gazebo, and a forested hill.

19. Coconut Cove RV Resort

7.3 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

"If you love the sound of train horns blaring at close proximity all night long every half hour or so, then this place is for you! The awful sleep is enough to rank this super low. The pond and inflatable wibit are a hit with the kids though, and the private cabins are clean enough and air conditioned. Hotels.com should have listed up front before booking that you must BRING YOUR OWN LINENS. We were lucky that we had some random sleeping bags and pillows with us or we would have had to buy...

Sarah

AU$109

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinets, and orange walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two large framed pictures of a river scene.

A lobby with two leather sofas, a coffee table, a framed picture of Dubuque, IOWA, a potted plant, and a television on the wall.

A lobby with a sofa, a small table, a potted plant, a wall-mounted TV, and a reception desk.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Dubuque

3.6 km from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Taylour

AU$103

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Julien Dubuque	9.2 Wonderful 1,956 reviews	View
The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 69 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 406 reviews	View
The Hancock House	9.0 Wonderful 108 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

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10.0/10 (1 review)

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Dubuque Art Center

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Five Flags Center

8.4/10 (152 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium?

National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium is located in an area of Dubuque known for its stunning river views, array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 83 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium?

Adjacent to National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Hotel Julien Dubuque is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque and Grand Harbor Resort.

How many hotels can I expect to find near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium?

Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium?

Study the collections at Riverboat Museum, National Rivers Hall of Fame or Dubuque Museum of Art. Five Flags Center, Julien Dubuque Bridge and Shot Tower are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Spend some time wandering around Eagle Point Park, Crystal Lake Cave and Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

Top Hotels Near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque from AU$72

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Our top choices for National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium hotels

1. Hotel Julien Dubuque

2. The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown

4. The Hancock House

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown

6. Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG

7. Redstone Inn And Suites

8. Grand Harbor Resort

9. Tesla MedBed Center, East Dubuque

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

11. Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Galena, IL

13. Stoney Creek Inn Galena

14. Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

15. Hampton Inn Dubuque

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dubuque by IHG

17. Dubuque Inn & Suites

18. American Inn and Suites

19. Coconut Cove RV Resort

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Dubuque

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Redstone Inn And Suites

Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Dubuque, IA

Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

Grand Harbor Resort

Baymont by Wyndham Dubuque

The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hancock House

Tesla MedBed Center, East Dubuque

Other attractions near National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Riverboat Museum

National Rivers Hall of Fame

Port of Dubuque Marina

Diamond Jo Casino

Dubuque Welcome Center

Dubuque Art Center

Five Flags Center

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