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    Our top choices for Riverboat Museum hotels

    1. Hotel Julien Dubuque

    A grand lobby with a staircase, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

    2. The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

    A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

    3. Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown

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

    4. Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG

    A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled 'RR', a wine rack with various bottles, and a decorative wall with a stone pattern.

    5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown

    A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

    6. Redstone Inn And Suites

    A large, historic building with a prominent tower and ivy-covered facade.

    7. Tesla MedBed Center, East Dubuque

    A sign for the Tesla Medbed Center with a DNA helix logo.

    8. Grand Harbor Resort

    An indoor water park with multiple slides and pools.

    9. Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

    A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

    10. Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

    A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a view of a golf course, and a brick building in the background.

    11. Four Mounds Inn

    A sunset view with chairs facing a lake, surrounded by trees.

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

    An indoor swimming pool with a slide, wooden ceiling, and white railings.

    13. Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

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

    14. Hampton Inn Dubuque

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

    15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Dubuque by IHG

    A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and multiple windows.

    16. Dubuque Inn & Suites

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

    17. American Inn and Suites

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

    18. Super 8 by Wyndham Dubuque

    A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a television, and a large framed picture on the wall.

    19. MainStay Suites Dubuque at Hwy 20

    A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

    20. Quality Inn Dubuque on Hwy 20

    An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and ceiling, blue chairs, and a water slide.

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    Compare popular hotels close to Riverboat Museum

    PropertyProperty classGuest ratingBreakfast includedPoolSpaPet-friendlyWiFi included
    A grand lobby with a staircase, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.
    Hotel Julien Dubuque    		9.2Wonderful1,952 reviewsView
    A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.
    The Key Hotel Dubuque, Tapestry Collection by Hilton    		9.2Wonderful96 reviewsView
    A hotel lobby with directional signs to the hotel and casino, a reception desk, and a sports bar.
    Hilton Garden Inn Dubuque Downtown    		8.8Excellent1,000 reviewsView
    A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled 'RR', a wine rack with various bottles, and a decorative wall with a stone pattern.
    Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG    		8.6Excellent1,000 reviewsView
    A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.
    TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown    		9.0Wonderful408 reviewsView

    Hotels recommended for families near Riverboat Museum

    Hotel Julien Dubuque

    A grand lobby with a staircase, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

    Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG

    A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled 'RR', a wine rack with various bottles, and a decorative wall with a stone pattern.

    Grand Harbor Resort

    An indoor water park with multiple slides and pools.

    190 on Main #3

    A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a satellite dish, and a view of a brick building.

    TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dubuque Downtown

    A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

    Spacious + modern loft with 3 bedrooms & game room

    A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a white sink, and a potted plant.

    The Penthouse. Heart of Downtown Dubuque. Over 3,000 Sq Ft.

    A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture and a flower pot.

    Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

    A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

    Other attractions near Riverboat Museum

    The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium entrance with a large blue sign, a brick building, and a covered entrance area.

    National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium

    Rating: 9.2/10 (385 reviews)

    Learn about the region’s history and its aquatic life in one location. The role of this important river becomes apparent through the many interactive exhibits.

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    A waterfront with buildings, including a modern glass structure, and calm water reflecting the buildings.

    Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

    Rating: 7.8/10 (159 reviews)

    Bring the children to Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Dubuque. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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    National Rivers Hall of Fame

    You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Rivers Hall of Fame during your trip to Dubuque. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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    Port of Dubuque Marina

    Rating: 8.0/10 (2 reviews)

    Explore the waterfront in Dubuque with a trip to Port of Dubuque Marina. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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    Diamond Jo Casino

    Rating: 8.2/10 (479 reviews)

    Why not try your luck with a visit to Diamond Jo Casino during your time in Dubuque? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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    Dubuque Welcome Center

    Dubuque Welcome Center is just one of the places to see in Dubuque, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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    Dubuque Art Center

    Enjoy a stop at Dubuque Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Dubuque. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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    Five Flags Center

    Rating: 8.4/10 (152 reviews)

    You can get tickets for a performance at Five Flags Center during your stay in Dubuque. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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    Top Riverboat Museum Hotel Reviews

    Hotel Julien Dubuque

    A grand lobby with a staircase, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

    Aldrich Guest House

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    Redstone Inn And Suites

    A large, historic building with a prominent tower and ivy-covered facade.

    Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

    A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a view of a golf course, and a brick building in the background.

    Hotel Galena

    A brick building with a staircase leading to a balcony, a breakfast table with chairs, and a sign indicating a breakfast room office.

    Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the area like around Riverboat Museum?

    Riverboat Museum is located in a welcoming area of Dubuque known for its 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 Riverboat Museum?

    Adjacent to Riverboat Museum, 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 should I expect to find near Riverboat Museum?

    Expedia has 83 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Riverboat Museum.

    If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Riverboat Museum, will I receive a refund?

    Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Riverboat Museum.

    What can I see and do near Riverboat Museum?

    National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, National Rivers Hall of Fame and Dubuque Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Five Flags Center, Julien Dubuque Bridge and Shot Tower are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Crystal Lake Cave, Eagle Point Park or Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.