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The Hotel Portsmouth

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast buffet before stepping out to explore the treasures of Market Square, all just a short walk from the front door.

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The Hotel Portsmouth, in the city's heart, offers a praised breakfast buffet. Guests love the snack bar, in-room WiFi, and free self-parking. The 24-hour front desk staff is noted for helpfulness, and the central location makes Portsmouth's attractions easily accessible.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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9.8 out of 10
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  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King

9.0 out of 10
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(54 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite

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  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Haymarket Room

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  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Suite 1-Bedroom

  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 60 sq m
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  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Downtown, a neighborhood in Portsmouth, is home to The Hotel Portsmouth. John Paul Jones House Museum and Discover Portsmouth are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Rundlet-May House and Market Square. Don't miss out on a visit to The Music Hall. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
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40 Court St., Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Portsmouth_MarketSquare_6333271_4
    Market Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Portsmouth_DiscoverPortsmouth_6333273_01
    Discover Portsmouth
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth_MusicHall_6079655_05
    The Music Hall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portsmouth_GovernorJohnLangdonHouseMuseum_6079661_03
    Governor John Langdon House Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portsmouth_StrawberyBankeMuseum_6079663_03
    Strawbery Banke Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center
    18 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Moose Tap House
    5 min walk
  • The Works Bakery Cafe
    6 min walk
  • The Wilder
    6 min walk
  • Caffe Kilim
    6 min walk
  • Row 34
    5 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Portsmouth

Hotel near Market Square
Located close to Rundlet-May House and John Paul Jones House Museum, The Hotel Portsmouth provides a free breakfast buffet and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and 4 meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Hotel Portsmouth feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hotel Portsmouth pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Portsmouth?

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

What time is check-out at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Hotel Portsmouth located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps from Rundlet-May House, John Paul Jones House Museum, and Discover Portsmouth. The Music Hall and Nahcotta are just steps away.

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Reviews

The Hotel Portsmouth Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 775 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming house - great breakfast - great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service and accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, each one has its own unique charm..bed was super comfortable - we will always stay here when visiting Portsmouth!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Americana style. Breakfast was enjoyable, and we spent time playing checkers in the evening. Never did partake of the lounge in the bottom floor but it looked enticing. Very convenient to many restaurants and we walked everywhere,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! Great ambiance, staff does a great job at being welcoming, wonderful interior decor, well maintained building considering its age (1880s), and great complimentary breakfast! Thoroughly enjoyed my stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location with so many great destinations within walking distance. Unique environment with a great breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, historic hotel in the heart of Portsmouth with the most wonderful staff! Our room was very well decorated, mattress was very comfortable and noise level low. We enjoyed playing pool in the bar area. Breakfast was delicious and more than we expected. The entire experience took us back to Europe. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the loft. Very romantic and super comfortable. Great location to town and nice breakfast tea and coffee spread in the morning. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very nice. Parking was great. The property itself is quite impressive and great location. The room we had got high ratings but was rather dark and dreary for our taste. All good though. Downtown Portsmouth was great area to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel in a convenient location. The kind of place you look forward to returning to and want to carve out some time to just hang out in the various common spaces. Great light breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great common spaces for hanging out! Fantastic location walkable everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good spot with lots of character. Walkable to everything. Breakfast was better and more eco-friendly than the chain hotels. Comfortable bed and good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the breakfast and room was cozy and nicely decorated
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quaint, great gas fireplace. Friendly. Generous breakfast with good, not excellent food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly welcoming staff, and on site breakfast was nice. room was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Adorable vibe, super comfy bed, pleasant staff, fair price, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. Loved the original bldg. was left alone..so historical. Cozy well kept rooms. Walls a bit thin but wouldnt stop me from going back. The bar/pool room was a great added addition. Breakfast was also offered with bagels, toasts, fresh fruit cups, oatmeal/cereals,cured meats & cheeses, as well as oj and coffee. Great location..we walked everywhere! Always felt safe absolutely no issues at all
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we walked in the door our hearts were captured by this beautiful, cozy boutique hotel. Their attention to our needs began even before we arrived and continued throughout our short stay. The included breakfast was very satisfying. Our room was comfortable and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a couple hiccup’s our first night but the staff was amazingly accommodating and we had a great stay! Breakfast each morning was really enjoyable with many options for a light breakfast and fresh coffee. Overall a very nice place to stay when in Portsmouth with cozy areas by the fireplace to relax after walking and shopping downtown. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience at the Hotel Portsmouth. The decor is super funky and fun. The beds were very comfortable, and the included breakfast was nice. We also visited the very cool bar downstairs. The staff went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. I would highly recommend this hotel. Just a note that the front rooms look out onto the street, so if you are a light sleeper, you may want to request a room toward the back of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was second time we stayed at this hotel and we enjoyed our stay again! We like to stay at historical buildings and we just love the hotel’s architecture and atmosphere. The hotel staffs were friendly and polite and everything was great. We love to come back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless, comfortable bed, very quiet, parking very handy, terrific location for walking around the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy parking, friendly staff. nice property!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wanted more breakfast options but it was clean and inviting and organized!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, clean hotel, friendly staff. Good location for downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025