The Bow Hotel

Hotel in Portsmouth, steps from Market Square

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

King Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

121 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

Market Square
‪1 min walk‬
Strawbery Banke Museum
‪3 min walk‬
The Music Hall
‪5 min walk‬
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Gallery Queen

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Petite Queen

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Gallery King

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Studio Suite

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Located in Downtown, The Bow Hotel is next to popular attractions like Market Square and Warner House. This 10-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and express check-in.

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

Hotel in Portsmouth, steps from Market Square

A local mainstay since 1880, The Bow Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage.

Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Ironing boards and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$275 nightly

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total includes taxes and fees

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

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

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

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
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

What is there to do within easy reach of The Bow Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown, just steps from Market Square and Seacoast Repertory Theatre, and within a short walk of Prescott Park. You'll also find Portsmouth Brewery and Strawbery Banke Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Bow Hotel?

Yes, though there is a max of 1 space per unit.

Does The Bow Hotel include a casino?

No, The Bow Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bow Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Bow Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress and bathrobes as well as concierge services.

Does The Bow Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Bow Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Bow Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Bow Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bow Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bow Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Bow Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Bow Hotel is Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.), which is 6.2 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is located 29 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bow Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Bow Hotel.

The Bow Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Tamara

Mar 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tran

Mar 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Mar 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kitty

Business traveler

Mar 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner

Mar 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

After you have paid your bill, they asked for $35 fee for parking. There was no attendant to even check us in. In a text before we arrived there was an opportunity to ask questions which I did but got no responses. If we hadn't met someone who knew the code to get in, we would not have have been able to get into the facility. All in all customer service was non-existent

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Confusion with check-in / plumbing needed some attention. Staff is friendly, but seems like the place isn't managed well anymore.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with partner

Mar 2, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Saturday, 5pm housekeeping came knocked and came in without a chance for us to answer the door. She doesn't have enough towels; but what she did bring she put ON THE BATHROOM FLOOR and didn't clean up or make the bed. For what we paid, I figured service would be a tad bit better than a motel 6. Very disappointing. There was a toenail by my pillow on the bed frame. My husband's pillow smelled of old spice, he doesn't wear old spice. Unacceptable.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Feb 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Feb 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good and convenient place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner

Feb 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dirty and not well maintained

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Feb 20, 2025

Eh

Reserved a King bed and got a queen. Room was quite small. Bed was poorly made. Just because you asked for my opinion.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Feb 19, 2025

I did not ever get to check in to the hotel and had to be moved. Not happy!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group

Feb 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Feb 3, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with partner

Jan 31, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner

Jan 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stay was great and location was perfect!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Traveled with family

Jan 11, 2025

I know check out time is at 11. I was back at 11 sharp to find my room bring cleaned and told that check out is at 11. So this person was in my room before the designated time and was very rude.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Jan 6, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner

Jan 1, 2025

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

Roger

Traveled with partner

Jan 1, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveler, Traveled with partner

Dec 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The rooms are nice, and the location is good. There's no one at the desk past 6-ish. It took me three phones and a couple of texts to figure out the keys to the room, but it was a minor inconvenience. I will definitely stay here again when I get back to Portsmouth.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024