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The Bow Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Portsmouth, steps from Market Square

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Gallery Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Petite Queen | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Petite Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Gallery King | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Gallery King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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 - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Music Hall - 8 min walk - 0.4 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, Ale House Inn 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
  • Concierge services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Ale House Inn 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 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 Ale House Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ale House Inn?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ale House Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Ale House Inn?

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

Where is Ale House Inn 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. 244 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 420 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 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great and location was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful service, big clean room with comfy bed and lovely view, great downtown location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Ok hotel, great location

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ale House was lovely! We had a nice room and the staff member working was very helpful with recommendations. I wish we had another night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

carlina

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint lodging in a superb location. Friendly staff, wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Arch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
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 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Love the uniqueness. Great communication w easy check in. Loved the room, the location, and the cool common spaces and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay and walk everywhere in Portsmouth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very great hospitality. Very unique stay. Close walk to everything, shops, resteraunts and waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful place to spend a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint cute place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023