The Mandolin Inn was built in 1908 as the family home of Nicholas J. Schrup, Dubuque's leading financier. Schrup founded the American Trust and Savings Bank, served two terms as state senator and was knighted by the king of Belgium during World War I. The Inn gets its name from the unusual leaded and painted glass window on the first landing of the grand oak staircase. The window pictures Saint Cecelia, patron saint of musicians, holding a mandolin. From the glazed tile roof of the turret to the mosaic floor of the veranda, every aspect is richly detailed and beautifully crafted. Begin your day with a gourmet breakfast ...
Upon arrival, as I walked through the door of the Mandolin Inn, I knew I was in for an amazing experience!! The decor transported you to an earlier, simpler, time. Exquisitley decorated and impeccably kept you feel as though you are living somewher else in another time. I cannot tell you with mere words how much I loved this place and how much I enjoyed discoverin Dubuque!! I would and do recommend this to all of my friends and family. I willl be back!! If you have a "Bucket List" this wonderful experince should be on it!!