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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,231 reviews)
"Perfect location and friendly stuff!!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩272,224
₩295,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Interior entrance

2. The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice B&B style hotel, walking distance to central shopping/restaurant area."
United States
Laurence
The price is ₩399,379
₩433,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Hotel Portsmouth
Lobby

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Hotel in a great area. Breakfast was excellent"
United States
Omar
The price is ₩329,378
₩357,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
Exterior

4. Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"Great place to stay….in the heart of a fabulous city!"
United States
Ken
The price is ₩236,113
₩256,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (190 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great part of town!!"
United States
Steve
The price is ₩238,030
₩258,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
Lobby

6. Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, great location to restaurants, etc., wonderful facilities."
United States
Glenda
The price is ₩349,211
₩378,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
City view from property

7. The Bow Hotel

The Bow Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (595 reviews)
"Great location, walkable to everything Portsmouth"
United States
Marc-Andre
The price is ₩339,794
₩368,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Bow Hotel
Penthouse King Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle

8. The Inn Downtown

The Inn Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Loved this little hotel! The location is great, its funky cute and the roof top Bar is great fun. We spent the 4th of July there.Although the main Boston fireworks could only be partially seen- there were fireworks popping off all overBoston and the North Shore so there wasalog to see. Also, parking was convenient."
United States
jennifer
The price is ₩429,656
₩529,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Inn Downtown
Rooftop terrace

9. Treadwell Mansion

Treadwell Mansion
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Excellent all around!"
United States
Nathan
The price is ₩395,003
₩428,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Treadwell Mansion
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

10. The Sailmaker's House

The Sailmaker's House
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"Wonderful/cozy suite located within walking distance of everything"
United States
Barry
The price is ₩325,732
₩353,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Sailmaker's House
Exterior

11. Market Square Inn

Market Square Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"What a wonderful stay. Amazing location. Incredible service ."
United States
Amanda
The price is ₩492,191
₩534,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Market Square Inn
Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

12. The Davenport Inn

The Davenport Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Quiet and within walking distance to downtown attractions"
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩535,572
₩581,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Davenport Inn
Restaurant

13. AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth

AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth
3.5 star property
North End, 0.5 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great property, staff and location"
United States
John
The price is ₩329,378
₩392,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

14. Best Western Plus Portsmouth Hotel & Suites

Best Western Plus Portsmouth Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The restaurant attached to the hotel was fabulous!"
United States
Carol
The price is ₩172,001
₩186,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Plus Portsmouth Hotel & Suites
Lobby

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful location"
United States
Sandeep
The price is ₩164,849
₩178,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth
Exterior

16. Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The perfect pit-stop for travelers headed to Bar Harbor & Acadia!"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩173,751
₩188,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Indoor pool

17. Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth

Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth
3.0 star property
1.8 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (998 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is ₩199,515
₩216,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth
Vending machine

18. Anchorage Inn & Suites - Portsmouth

Anchorage Inn & Suites - Portsmouth
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Downtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. The suite was gorgeous The staff was very helpful and friendly."
United States
Nancy
The price is ₩115,105
₩124,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Anchorage Inn & Suites - Portsmouth
Property grounds

19. Kittery Inn and Suites

Kittery Inn and Suites
2.5 star property
2.1 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Very clean room, great staff and good breakfast."
United States
Janel
The price is ₩116,668
₩127,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Kittery Inn and Suites
Lobby

20. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth-Seacoast

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth-Seacoast
3.0 star property
2 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, easy parking, good gym and a great breakfast."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ₩181,807
₩197,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth-Seacoast
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
The Davenport Inn
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
52 reviews
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Penthouse King Studio Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle
The Inn Downtown
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
115 reviews
View
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,231 reviews
View
Interior entrance
The Hotel Portsmouth
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
190 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A street scene with people sitting at outdoor cafes, a gazebo, and buildings with signs like "Breaking New Grounds" and "Jewelry Boutique".

West End

While West End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Music Hall and Portsmouth Harbor Trail.

A harbor with several fishing boats docked, a pier, and a forested shoreline in the background.

Newington

Travelers like the shopping in Newington, and Fox Run Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

An aerial view of a town with a river, a bridge, and a large stadium.

Pease

While there might not be top attractions in Pease, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, waterfront buildings, and a roundabout.

Elwyn Park

Elwyn Park might not have many top sights, but Water Country and Wallis Sands State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A calm river reflecting buildings and a partly cloudy sky.

South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear Houses and Children's Museum of Portsmouth.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, close to shops and restaurants. Amazing staff! Beautiful town. Really nice place to stay."
Yelena 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Portsmouth's Downtown neighborhood. Be sure to check out Portsmouth Harbor Trail and The Music Hall as part of your Downtown travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?
Based on our traveler data, Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Market Square, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown and The Hotel Portsmouth.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown?
If you're searching for places to stay in Portsmouth, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 35 Downtown hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?
To find more details about updating your trip to Downtown or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Portsmouth neighborhood?
Sights like The Music Hall, Seacoast Repertory Theatre, and Strawbery Banke Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown. You could also plan a visit to Portsmouth Harbor Trail or Market Square while you're in the neighborhood. Portsmouth Athenaeum, Governor John Langdon House Museum, and Tugboat Alley are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Moffatt-Ladd House and John Paul Jones House Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Portsmouth.

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