There are plenty of ritzy resorts and high-end hotels around the world to choose from, but some spot has particularly interesting stories behind them.  We went beyond the concierge and tracked down the most intriguing accommodations in every state, whether historic homes with strong ties to the past, filming locations for major movies, or just top-notch hotels with serious style.

In the Old Main District in view of the Mississippi River, a hotel has stood for 180 years, much of that time bearing the name of the founding father of Dubuque, the first city in Iowa.

The Hotel Julien Dubuque serves guests today, striving to represent history while making changes to incorporate modern standards. It is a part of this community’s story.