Decker Hotel & Bar

2.5 star property
Hotel in Maquoketa with free parking

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Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Living area
Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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128 N Main St, Maquoketa, IA, 52060
  • Place, Little Bear Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, City Ball Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Maquoketa City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Maquoketa

At Decker Hotel & Bar you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Little Bear Park and First Ward Park. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Maquoketa hotel include Maquoketa Public Library and Maquoketa City Hall.

What's nearby

  • Little Bear Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • First Ward Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • City Ball Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Maquoketa Public Library - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Maquoketa City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Dubuque, IA (DBQ-Dubuque Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mega’s Grill & Eatery - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Decker Hotel & Bar

Hotel in Maquoketa with free parking
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Decker Hotel & Bar also features a lift, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This Maquoketa hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Decker Hotel & Bar offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. Select Comfort beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. This Maquoketa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Dining table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (88 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (105 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 3.5 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Decker Hotel Restaurant
Decker Hotel & Bar Hotel
Decker Hotel & Bar Maquoketa
Decker Hotel & Bar Hotel Maquoketa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Decker Hotel & Bar?

Decker Hotel & Bar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Decker Hotel & Bar?

Yep, Decker Hotel & Bar has a free self car park.

Does Decker Hotel & Bar serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary on-the-go breakfast is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Decker Hotel & Bar?

No, Decker Hotel & Bar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Decker Hotel & Bar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Decker Hotel & Bar?

No, pets are not allowed.

Decker Hotel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 270 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I will definitely never stay here again. We booked this hotel room because it was advertised to be a hotel and bar, turns out that the bar is not open. This would’ve been nice to know ahead of time. We would have booked a room in a different place if we would’ve known that the bar was not an option. Also, there is very limited parking that we were not notified about. You can’t park on the street at night, there is side parking off of the building, but all the spots were full. We were forced to park in a sketchy parking lot with sign saying that we were probably going to be towed or we could’ve parked three blocks away in a residential area. To top it all off we found a cockroach in our room. And now the hotel will not respond to phone calls or emails regarding a refund. We left a whole day early due to a cockroach in our room. When we went to go talk to somebody at the front desk, there was nobody there. We ended up leaving a full day early and going to the laundromat and spending $50 to wash all of our laundry. Oh, and we were never provided a Wi-Fi password.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pro: Quaint historic building. Enjoyed the atmosphere. Delightful room. A cool place that I would visit again. Con: Internet connection had no internet and the breakfast was very limited with no drinks but a keurig in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was neat to stay in a historic property. In a Quality Inn or Comfort Inn style hotel, the thick carpeting would have been suspicious regarding cleanliness, but it was nice here. I would have liked to see formal photos and a description display about this property, like in a museum.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There were all kinds of nail holes in the walls that was just painted over and the paint was done so sloppily that it was all over the trim board. The bathroom floor was coming up and has mold, wallpaper missing. It could be a very nostalgic hotel, but my room was unacceptable. I should’ve left.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic elegant decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wry cool old hotel. I was there for business but located in an interesting downtown with unique stores. The mattress might very well be as old as the hotel. Time for a Serta fluff top.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anusha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Decker Hotel and Bar in Maquoketa for 3 nights with our toddler and infant, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, the owners made us feel completely at home – they were incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely sweet. The hotel itself is charming and full of character, with each room being unique. We stayed in the one-bedroom king room with a hot tub and absolutely loved it – the jets were perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. The bedding was the comfiest we’ve ever slept on, making each night a dream. The decor is quirky and old-world, and the heritage property is beautifully maintained. The high ceilings and spacious rooms added to the feeling of comfort and elegance. We highly recommend Decker Hotel and Bar to anyone visiting Maquoketa – it’s a warm, welcoming, and memorable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms. Not much for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay for historic building

The room was as I expected for a turn of the century building. Very quant room was smaller than newer hotels but that was just perfect for me. The bathroom is in suite but lack counter or storage due to the size. The bath/shower is full sized. Room did have its own ac /heat controls. They requested that I let them know when I wanted them in to clean since I was for 6 days. When I asked they did. This place is great for solo travelers as well as couples. Families should be fine in the bigger suites. It’s a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a small quaint town. The outward appearance was okay, the lobby was fairly nice with old character & charm, the front desk manager was pleasant & courteous, the stairway and hallway leading to our room was characteristic of a stately old hotel, and then we opened the door to our room. It reminded me of a “flop house” room in a “seedy” hotel. Poorly patched holes in the wall, paint all over the once elaborate trim, mismatched posters pinned up on the walls, sparse mismatched furniture, burned out lightbulbs and a bathroom that also needed a lot of TLC. We booked our room for two nights based on favorable reviews, rates, location, and pictures. But, after seeing the condition of our room, I informed the manager we would be cancelling our second night’s stay. He did apologize several times and I informed him it wasn’t his fault. Our room was not at all as pictured or advertised on Expedia. Bait & switch by owner?? Cancellation for second night through Expedia was simple. Breakfast was a very basic continental version of grab & go. We did feel that our bed was comfortable. The restaurant/lounge is not operational either. This old hotel definitely has a lot of potential if the owner is willing to invest some money into it. But what we experienced that isn’t so right now, sadly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casimer

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unique 150y/o hotel. Had a feeling of stepping back in time, walking through the doors. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Room was a bit small, but manageable. Bathroom was clean, though the sink sprayed everywhere when used. Bath towels were cleaned, but had some big holes in some of them. Beds were noisy and not very comfortable, but they served their purpose.we appreciated the free breakfast, though it was lacking as it was only apples, bananas, granola bars, yogurt, milk, cereal, and a microwaveable sausage and biscuit. Still not sure where the bar/restaurant was at, as the signs for its location were not very clear and you could not walk through the hotel, you had to go out of the hotel to find it. Overall, the Decker served its purpose and made for a unique place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

teddi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a. Beautiful old hotel with lots of antiques
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience absolutely love the historic feel to the room the town is wonderful everyone we met was super friendly and welcoming I would definitely stay here again if we get the chance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast selection could be expanded, but the hotel was just amazing! The history and decor were one of a kind. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfy and room was clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not see or hear about breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen and Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff is friendly. Elegant old hotel with beautiful grand staircase.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed at the Decker Hotel and Bar for one night in mid-September. It is conveniently located in the downtown area and there are several restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. Our room was on the small side, but very clean and quiet. The shower was great and had good water pressure and plentty of hot water. The overhead light didn't work, but there was a small lamp in the room that provided enough light for us, since we were out at a concert most of the night. If we were going to be staying in our room more, we would have requested that we be moved to a different room since the lighting would have been inadequate. If you were going to be staying more than one night or in the room more, I would consider upgrading to a larger room for the space. The room air conditioner worked well and kept the room cool and dry. The mattress was springly and a bit soft for us. I would suggest that it might need replacement, but the linens looked new and were quite comfortable. All in all, this is a good place to stay when visiting the state park and/or a concert at Codfish Hollow Barnstormers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025