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The Bow Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Portsmouth, steps from Market Square

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King Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk
City view from property
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Gallery Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Petite Queen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Petite Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Gallery King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Gallery King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Studio Suite | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

King Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
121 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Prescott Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hearth Food Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪River House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gas Light Pizza Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Daniel Street Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Bow Hotel

Upscale hotel near Market Square
Located close to Warner House and Portsmouth Love Wall, The Bow Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bow Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 35 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1880
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night (49 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ale House Inn Portsmouth
Ale House Inn
Ale House Portsmouth
Ale House Hotel Portsmouth
Ale House Inn
The Bow Hotel Hotel
The Bow Hotel Portsmouth
The Bow Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bow Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bow Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Bow Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bow Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Bow Hotel located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps from Market Square, Warner House, and Prescott Park. Portsmouth Love Wall and Portsmouth Brewery are also within 5 minutes.

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The Bow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 437 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 437 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 437 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 437 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 437 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Within walking distance to shops and dining. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Awesome DIY experience here! Great location! Very cool room, but on the smaller side. Loved the key on my phone app!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Very good and convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Good spot to stay . A little hiccup with the ownership and name change. It all worked out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Wonderful service, big clean room with comfy bed and lovely view, great downtown location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Location is great, walkable To everything. Parking is available but process is a little clunky. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10

The convenient location was the best part of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

We will definitely stay here again. Very convenient location to our usual dining favorites. Simple but nicely done and comfortable and priced reasonably for a night out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

The area is excellent for a weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

The Bow is probably not for everyone, but we had a good experience. There is no "front desk" or staff on site. However, they are quick to answer the phone or communicate via text if you have questions. There is no physical key, you need to download the Open Key app to use. There is an elevator inside the property, but you must go up approximately 12 steps to get into the building from outside. Parking is right across the street, it's a little clunky to figure out, but there is one spot reserved for each room, it didn't seem they really verified who was parked where. The rooms were nice and as shown, no extras. The location is very walkable to the waterfront area of Portsmouth. Because everything is done via email and text there may be some people who would not care for it, however for us it was fine.I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location, comfortable accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Quaint lodging in a superb location. Friendly staff, wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Room was comfortable and clean though it was in need of upkeep. Carpet was well worn, outlet plate missing and obvious leak damage in bathroom ceiling. Hotel is conveniently located and free nitro coffee fantastic. I generally prefer these types of boutique hotels for short stays and despite the flaws I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely place to stay and walk everywhere in Portsmouth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

No staff(had to call parent property to be helped) dated (rooms need to be updated). Property was lacking amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

I had a great stay! Really cool place. Entire check-in process was very laidback. They even had a plugin fan in room if you are a person that needs noise for a restful sleep like myself.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

It was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Loved the location and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

A beautiful place to spend a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Cozy hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023