Inexpensive Dubuque Hotels

Inexpensive Dubuque hotels range on average from $59 to $99 per night. The hotels offer basic amenities and on-site facilities, but there are many outdoor activities to do nearby each hotel, including exploring the Crystal Lake Cave, golfing at Derby Grange Golf and plenty of hiking opportunities. Note that all prices quoted below are current as of 2009.

Heartland Inn

The average price for a one-night stay at the Heartland Inn is around $78. The hotel has a sauna, business center and fitness equipment. The rooms are non-smoking. The Heartland Inn is near the Mississippi River bluffs and the Effigy Mounds. Hiking and walking along the bluffs and mounds will provide some incredible scenery.
2090 Southpark Ct.
Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 582-3752
heartlandinns.com/loc_DubuqueSouth

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

The average cost per night to enjoy the accommodations and the waterpark is $99. The hotel has a fitness center, café, bar and restaurant. There is a babysitter service and complimentary airport transportation, as well as an on-site casino and arcade game room. The hotel is close to the Meadows Golf Club and Sundown Mountain for downhill skiing.
350 Bell St.
Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 690-4000
grandharborresort.com

Days Inn Dubuque

A stay at the Days Inn will run about $69 on average. The hotel has an outdoor pool, the Sprits Bar and Grill, coin laundry and complimentary transportation to the Dubuque Greyhound Park and Diamond Joe Casino. A continental breakfast is served each morning in the commons area. Outdoor enthusiast will enjoy the closeness to Lock and Dam, and Eagle Point Park.
1111 Dodge Street Highway 20
Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 583-3297
daysinn.com/DaysInn

Comfort Inn Dubuque

The average cost here is $92 per night. The hotel offers a free continental breakfast every morning. Nearby attractions include the Sundown Mountain ski area, Bunker Hill Golf course, and the Mississippi River for boating and hiking.
4055 McDonald Dr.
Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 556-3006
comfortinn.com/hotel-dubuque-iowa-IA031

Super 8

The average price per room here is $75. The hotel offers a "super start" breakfast, transportation to the Diamond Joe and Greyhound Park casinos, and guest laundry service. The Mississippi River is just a mile away, and the Sundown Ski Resort is 15 miles away. Crystal Lake Cave is 20 miles away and has self-guided tours of the caves and surrounding area.
2730 Dodge Street Highway 20
Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 582-8898
super8.com

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