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Great Island Inn

3.5 star property
Beach fun, near Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Living area | Heated floors
BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Lobby
Located close to Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse and Fort Constitution Historical Site, Great Island Inn provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Ground Floor | Floor plan

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Ground Floor

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Premium Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Apartment | Floor plan

Romantic Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Living area | Heated floors

Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Harbor View | Floor plan

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Harbor View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Living area | Heated floors

Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Harbor View | Floor plan

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Harbor View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
3 Walbach St, New Castle, NH, 03854

What's nearby

  • Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Market Square - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Music Hall - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tirante Tavern & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tributary Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Islander Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buoy Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lil's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great Island Inn

Beach fun, near Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse
Guests at this beach apartment building will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment boasts a heated floor and offers free WiFi and a washer/dryer. Comforts include a pillowtop bed and premium bedding, and also available are a furnished patio and a coffee/tea maker. Limited housekeeping is available.
Great Island Inn offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This New Castle apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (USD 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Heated floor
  • Window screens

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Raised toilet seat (18 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • In the city center
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 6 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Built in 1820
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Colonial architecture
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 69
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 29.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 29 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: 2.95 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 29 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 69 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 29.0 per stay

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Great Island Inn New Castle
Great Island New Castle
Great Island Inn
Great A Boutique Apartment New
Great Island Inn A Boutique Apart Hotel
Great Island Inn: A Boutique Apartment Hotel Apartment
Great Island Inn: A Boutique Apartment Hotel New Castle

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Island Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Great Island Inn?

Self parking is available for USD 29 per day.

What time is check-in at Great Island Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 69 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Great Island Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30.00.

Where is Great Island Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this New Castle apartment building is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse and Fort Constitution Historical Site. Fort Stark State Historic Site and Prescott Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Great Island Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, wonderful neighborhood and I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great quiet couples retreat

Amazing location. Room emasculate and perfect for multiple day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Stay here, it will be worth your while!

Amazing location, room and facilities. They thought of everything! Also next to a lovely breakfast spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Crystal Island

This is the best place to stay in the area. Adorable apartment with modern kitchen and bathroom. Walkable area with a breakfast lunch spot next door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice mellow getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property and a beautiful location. Highly recommend this property. We ll be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Great place!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely place

Beautiful Inn and beautiful room. Easy walk to picturesque coast. Easy drive to center of Portsmouth.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the local culture and the apartment has everything we need for our stay. Communication was great. We booked on short notice and was able to check in Quickly with ease.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the location. The apt was a very nice size to be able to relax and unwind. Appreciated the extra amenities and space. Parking was also a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great apartment!

The apartment was impeccably clean and comfortable. Bed was comfortable and the although it was on the street it was super quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will return on our next visit. Definitely a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Beautiful hotel in a beautiful island

Beautiful place! Love the interior and the clean huge bathroom with nice washer and dryer. They even had detergent for us. We walked a few blocks to the beach and the neighbors houses were also very pretty too. Nice hotel we would definitely stay there again if we visit the island in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tastefully decorated. Beds extremely comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My wife and I booked this boutique hotel at the last minute while driving through NH and we are so glad we did! The place was perfect for us, very relaxing and quiet. I just wish we could’ve stayed longer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quaint. Coffee shop next door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Well done - All around great experience

Well done - All around great experience. Nice job with refinishing and refurbishing the place. (Both inside and out) If you're looking to do another, I'd be an investor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful Location

Everything about the space was comfortable! Walking distance to a beach, room darkening shades, wonderful hair and body products, clean and new. I wish bath robes were provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pleasantly updated with still the Character of the Home. Great Area, for Biking, Walking or just relaxing. The studios have everything you could want Best soaps and Lotions. Fully operational kitchen, living area. 3 minute walk to Water, the area is more island like. Relaxing Quiet, within Drive many Great Restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quelle belle découverte ! Dans un secteur charmant de maisons historiques, le logement est parfaitement équipé et la déco est charmante. Un petit nid douillet !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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