The Hotel Portsmouth

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Rundlet-May House

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Front of property
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Interior entrance
Lobby lounge
Garden Suite | Terrace/patio

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.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Historic King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Haymarket Room

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

Loft Suite 1-Bedroom

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

Garden Suite

  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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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

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gilley's PM Lunch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Portsmouth

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Rundlet-May House
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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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
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, 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
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
  • 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 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 safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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 Governor John Langdon House Museum and Portsmouth Harbor Trail less than a mile away.

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

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Portsmouth on Jan 4, 2026 start from $179.0, excluding 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 there parking available 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 a pillowtop mattress and bathrobes as well as free 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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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 at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck.

The Hotel Portsmouth Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 777 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loves the location and the staff was excellent. Good breakfast and easy parking. Walkable to everything but on a quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
This was an odd greeting to the place. I waited about 10 minutes while staring at the check-in area that had a lot of ha cups
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was during travel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

Terrific location!

Terrific location, excellent staff. Room was spacious and quiet, however it needed a little TLC (no lamps in the living room area, etc.). Breakfast was adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

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

Amazing and will definitely stay there again!

The staff was amazing. The hotel was absolutely stunning!! And its location couldn't have been more perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Portsmouth is a darling, quaint hotel. The room was comfortable and updated. The a/c was a little confusing, as it was a system I was not familiar with and there were no instructions. But we mostly figured it out so we could remain comfortable. The included breakfast was not very good. The sticky bun was cold and hard, the oatmeal was cold and the only dishes were plastic so it couldn’t be warmed in the microwave. But the eclectic vibe made up for the bad breakfast. And the bar downstairs was a lot of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old house. The staircase was beautiful and do were the common rooms. My only complaint would be their use of the word “buffet” for the breakfast, that made me think it would have things like scrambled eggs, bacon maybe pancakes or waffles, it was more of an extended continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely inn The room was nicely appointed. Very close to sites,restaurants, etc.. I was somewhat disappointed in the breakfast. We had been traveling quite a bit and had slept in and did not make it to breakfast until about 45 minutes before service ended. Unfortunately the breakfast bar had been well picked over and the only thing left was a bagel and a banana. I would just hope that they would refresh it so there could’ve been some fruit. Thank you for a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with partner
Employees were very helpful and went out of their way to accommodate all our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Amenities
Great property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the penthouse and the conditions were sub par. Fan didn't work, some lamps didn't work, curtains were broken, elevator was broken, WiFi was down, and trash wasn't changed from previous guests. Beautiful room but could use some updating especially for a penthouse experience. Friendly staff and otherwise clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur, Plano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel in the middle of Portsmouth in a converted large old house. Very cute hotel and would absolutely stay there again. Loved the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jane, Seattle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was satisfactory and plentiful. Good location with lots of restaurants and shops nearby. The property is a bit dated, although some people might be looking for some place reminiscent of the historical nature of Portsmouth. The rooms are a bit small, but functional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building. Nicely and uniquely furnished. Very British style. Service needs improvement. Our room wasn’t cleaned at all on the second day until we contacted the Redon at the front desk. She said she had no idea why it wasn’t cleaned. Brought in a bunch of fresh towels and left them on the bed which wasn’t made. Didn’t pick up soiled towels or clean the bathroom. Didn’t empty wastebaskets. Preposterous! Although staff is friendly, many of thhrm are untrained . This is unacceptable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

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

Perfect weekend stay

Beautifully decorated hotel. Comfy rooms. Great breakfast in the morning to get you on your way. Stayed in one of the bottom rooms, spacious and perfect if you bring your furry friend. However you can hear everything happening on the floors above. Request a higher level room or bring ear plugs to sleep if you are a light sleeper. By the way…Loved the speakeasy on the bottom floor!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Beautiful Portsmouth!

It was A plus from start to finish!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel with great service. We’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025