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The Hotel Portsmouth

Property class: 3

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A grand hallway with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a patterned carpet.
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A two-story building with a prominent entrance, a flagpole, and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious room with a large dining table, multiple chairs, a chessboard, and a chandelier.
A cozy room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a plaid carpet. There are books on the table, and a large American flag hangs on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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40 Court St., Portsmouth, NH, 03801
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Strawbery Banke Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Historic King

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

Historic King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King

A four-poster bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a red patterned rug.

Superior King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a chandelier, a bed with patterned bedding, two bedside lamps, a leather armchair, and a small ship model on a nightstand.

King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.

King Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sofa, a chair, and a large window.

Haymarket Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern loft bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

Loft Suite 1-Bedroom

  • 725 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Garden Suite

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a red armchair.

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a chandelier, a bed with patterned bedding, two bedside lamps, a leather armchair, and a small ship model on a nightstand.

Penthouse King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Portsmouth

Located in Downtown, The Hotel Portsmouth is next to popular attractions like Rundlet-May House and John Paul Jones House Museum. This 3-star hotel has 32 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Discover Portsmouth - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Governor John Langdon House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 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

  • ‪The Wilder - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Kilim - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchen Artisan Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Portsmouth

Guests of The Hotel Portsmouth enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a banquet hall. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Ironing boards and desks are also standard.

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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
  • Designated smoking areas

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

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 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, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Sise Inn
Sise Inn Portsmouth
Sise Portsmouth
Hotel Portsmouth
The Hotel Portsmouth Hotel
The Hotel Portsmouth Portsmouth
The Hotel Portsmouth Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

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

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Portsmouth?

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Portsmouth on Sep 3, 2026 start from $334, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Hotel Portsmouth include a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Hotel Portsmouth?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Hotel Portsmouth good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and bathrobes as well as a free daily breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Hotel Portsmouth?

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

Does The Hotel Portsmouth have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Hotel Portsmouth serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will The Hotel Portsmouth allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Hotel Portsmouth for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hotel Portsmouth?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Hotel Portsmouth?

The closest major airport to The Hotel Portsmouth is Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.), which is 4.5 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional), which is located 29.2 mi away (35-minute drive).

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

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony/patio and a deck/patio.

The Hotel Portsmouth Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great breakfast, easy to walk anywhere in the downtown area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the decor! The room was clean and well appointed, staff were friendly, and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to downtown Portsmouth was incredible! Easy parking, friendly staff, clean rooms and beautiful common spaces and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept old style hotel. Great woodwork natural light, sitting rooms with fireplaces. Rooms are clean and well maintained, nice breakfast/ buffet. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, free parking, great continental breakfast.. Historic old mansion nicely updated rooms, shower etc Best bang for your buck
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service and accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and amenities! A great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect location when visiting Portsmouth, NH. Walkable to downtown area. Very friendly and pleasant staff, and nice variety continental breakfast for guests in the morning. I'd stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kerrilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE the little speakeasy in the basement. The staff was very helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think it’s a nice hotel but mainly for seniors and it’s kinda overpriced for the city and location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, friendly staff and very ornately decorated hotel. The hotel room itself does not have a fridge which is a downside. Overall its a nice place for a stay that is central and walkable to downtown Portsmouth.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice laidback hotel right in the center of the action. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was outstanding!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great decor. Wonderful breakfast. Nice room. Everything you could ask for!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel! The decor was truly one of a kind—stylish, unique, and made the whole experience feel extra special. What really stood out, though, was the staff. They were incredibly kind, attentive, and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. We’d definitely stay here again! Location was HUGE!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the location. Easy to walk everywhere I wanted to around downtown Portsmouth. Also, my room was just what I needed for a few days away from it all. Definitely going back. The common rooms look inviting for a winter's getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Franco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very much a nostalgic hotel with charm. Good location, parking was a little bit of a challenge but overall a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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