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Hotel Julien Dubuque

3 1/2 star hotel
Kids stay free
Connecting rooms
9.2/10 Wonderful
(1236 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (14)

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Overview

Hotel Julien Dubuque offers spacious rooms and suites, perfect for families visiting for special occasions or a relaxing getaway. Guests consistently praise the hotel's beautiful historic building, which blends old-world charm with modern comforts. While the pool can get busy, many families appreciate its presence. The on-site restaurants, Caroline's and the Riverboat Bar, receive positive mentions. The hotel's convenient location is also a significant plus for many.

Guest highlights

Spacious rooms and suites, ideal for families
The beautiful historic building and classy renovations
Convenient location
On-site restaurants, Caroline's and the Riverboat Bar

About the hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a nightclub, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.

Nearby attractions

Located near the boardwalk, Hotel Julien Dubuque is in Downtown Dubuque, a neighborhood in Dubuque. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mines of Spain State Recreation Area and Mississippi River, while Five Flags Center and National Rivers Hall of Fame are cultural highlights. National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium and Mystique Community Ice Center are also worth visiting. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Free area shuttle
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi

Food and drink

1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
2 bars/lounges
Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 6 am–10:30 am: usd 5-12 per person
Room service available

Spa

5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - swedish
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology
Spa tub

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning service
Housekeeping (on request)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Lever door handles
Phone accessibility kit
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Vibrating pillow alarm
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs available on site

Things to do

24-hour fitness center
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Nightclub
Spa tub

Outdoor

Terrace

Conveniences

Atm/banking services
Banquet hall
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Reception hall

More

Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
map

Reviews that mention...

Family Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

14 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

50%

4 star reviews

36%

3 star reviews

7%

2 star reviews

0%

1 star reviews

7%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about Hotel Julien Dubuque

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Latest reviews (14)

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Pamela

19 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Was staying here for My daughters wedding,we had family from Texas in for the wedding who also was staying here!!! We had the Honey moon swit and extra large suite to get ready for the wedding. It worked out wonderfully.
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Heather

26 May 2024 - 27 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

We were unaware of the amount of children running around. We assumed there would have been more of a mature crowd in this facility. The old feel in parts felt sorry rather than historical. Bed was comfy. Staff was nice. Room was medicare.
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Elizabeth

3 May 2024 - 5 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

We were in town for a family wedding at the Mississippi River Museum/Aquarium so this was super convenient location. What a beautiful old original hotel! The hotel Julien is a landmark and has kept the old timey feel BUT with such classy renovations for modern comforts. The room are spacious and clean and the hallways are so quiet! Doors close tightly without slamming! We ate at Caroline's 2x and enjoyed the Riverboat Bar 2x as well. Wonderful staff everywhere we went. It was heaven.
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Andrea

25 Apr 2024 - 29 Apr 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Beds were comfortable and the staff was friendly. Issue with the pool and certain staff’s children running around screaming and hanging on the handicap pool lift. This is a pool for guests and should not be abused by staff.
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anthony

3 Feb 2024 - 4 Feb 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

I have been going to Dubuque since I was a kid. We have made the Julien our little get away. We have been there many times and will be there many more.
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Irene

22 Dec 2023 - 25 Dec 2023
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

That was a Christmas trip, and we stayed there for 3 nights. The hotel is fantastic; we immediately felt at home. It was so clean and cozy! The Christmas decorations were stunning, and the staff was welcoming and calm. The room and bathroom were spacious. The mattresses were comfortable, and the sheets were ironed – 60% cotton; 40% polyester. There were spa robes in the room. We also had a fridge, coffee maker, mugs, glasses, wine glasses, and even a corkscrew in the room. Everything we needed was there! And the price for all that was incredible - $85 per night! We only had two minor issues - dry air and pillows. Next time, I'd bring a travel humidifier with me, as the air was very dry. Also, I'd upgrade the pillows. They have four different types of pillows for different types of sleepers, I guess, but none of them suited me well. The restaurant had a special Christmas dinner and brunch. Everything was delectable! They didn't offer a wide selection of desserts, but they served us ice cream that wasn't on the menu. Unfortunately, we couldn't use the pool as it was always busy. Families with kids were there from early morning till late at night. The swimming pool looked much larger in the photos but was smaller than expected in reality. In general, it's a fabulous place! Would we go there again? Absolutely!
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Emily

22 Nov 2023 - 26 Nov 2023
reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

We try to stay at Hotel Julien when we come to visit family. They have nice rooms, a nice pool, and provide free coffee in the mornings.
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Genna

6 May 2023 - 7 May 2023
reviewed on travelocity

4 out of 5 stars

Front desk staff are not very helpful. It almost seems as if it’s run by high school kids entirely. Street noise was very bad despite being on the 4th floor, the AC does not go lower than 66 degrees so it was hot, and the room could be cleaner. I did really enjoy the spa and the location and parking are convenient.
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Dena

7 Apr 2023 - 9 Apr 2023
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We stay at the Hotel Julien whenever possible while visiting family in the Dubuque area. The staff are always helpful and considerate, the facility is always clean and comfortable.
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Jenna

4 Mar 2023 - 5 Mar 2023
reviewed on travelocity

4 out of 5 stars

The pool was unbearably cold. We booked this hotel specifically for the pool and we couldn’t even swim in it. It was hands down the coldest pool I’ve ever stepped in. My two children were so disappointed and honestly ruined the entire stay for us. We planned a family get away to go swimming and it was ruined.
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