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Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
This upscale downtown hotel combines attentive service with thoughtful amenities, placing guests steps from shopping and attractions with every comfort considered.

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Hotel Thaxter, in downtown, offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a well-maintained property. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, on-site bar, and restaurant. The hotel provides rejuvenating spa services and complimentary in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is ₩260,990
₩283,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6

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Room 5 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 5 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 2 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 2 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 - Ballad | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 1 - Ballad

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 11 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 11 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 12 - Sonnet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 12 - Sonnet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 6 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 6 - Verse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 7 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 7 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 8 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 8 - Verse

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 9 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 9 - Verse

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 10 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 10 - Verse

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 13 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 13 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 14 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 14 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 3 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 3 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 4 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 4 - Couplet

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 15 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 15 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Deluxe Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Deluxe Penthouse

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Superior Penthouse | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker

Superior Penthouse

  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Hotel Thaxter is in Downtown, a neighborhood in Portsmouth with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prescott Park and Jenness State Beach, while The Music Hall and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are cultural highlights. Market Square and Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Portsmouth travel guide
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15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Portsmouth_MarketSquare_6333271_4
    Market Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portsmouth_MusicHall_6079655_05
    The Music Hall
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portsmouth_SeacoastRepertoryTheatre_6333275_02
    Seacoast Repertory Theatre
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Portsmouth_StrawberyBankeMuseum_6079663_03
    Strawbery Banke Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Portsmouth Harbor Trail
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center
    19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Moose Tap House
    3 min walk
  • The Works Bakery Cafe
    4 min walk
  • The Goat
    1 min walk
  • The Wilder
    4 min walk
  • Gilley's PM Lunch
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Thaxter

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near The Music Hall
Located close to Market Square and Seacoast Repertory Theatre, Hotel Thaxter provides a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, books, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, proximity to shopping, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Heated floors, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Nichinan

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1867
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 55 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Hotel Thaxter Hotel
Hotel Thaxter Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Thaxter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Thaxter?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Thaxter on Apr 5, 2026 start from ₩260,990, 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.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Thaxter?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Thaxter?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Thaxter located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps from The Music Hall and Market Square. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Thaxter Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were wonderful: they cheerfully accommodated our wish to access our room early. Everyone was kind and helpful. The rooms were spotless, the bed extremely comfortable. The location is perfect: the Thaxter is in the heart of the old port city and you are surrounded by beautiful historic buildings, good restaurants and interesting shops. We will gladly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a helpful staff in a great location. Convenient to many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Thaxter is very nice. The room was clean, modern with a very nice bathroom, large shower, comfortable bed, and friendly, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean. Had everything we needed. Great staff and great/clean food. Awesome location. This hotel was very great except the shower. The bathroom was cold and it’s an open door shower so it’s not warm till the end of the shower. Kind of defeats the purpose of having heated floors. I think the shower should have a door and better heat or better insulation for the bathroom window. The room has great heat and a bougie coffee/ tea maker. I would rate a 4 1/2 out of 5!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had an amazing stay. We took advantage of the close proximity to stores and coffee. We loved Nichinan, which is the restaurant attached and it was absolutely delicious. Will come back and stay in a different room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our first stop of our trip and Portsmouth is such a cute little New England town. Hotel Thaxer was a perfect palce to stay. Right near downtown and very walkable to local shops, resturants, and emtertainment. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was updated and very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was smaller than we thought by the pics. Place was cute and clean. A few annoyances. Toilet paper roll kept falling off holder. Needed to be fixed or replaced. Pillows were not very comfortable. No support. Its a little noisy at times with the traffic and people talking on the street where the restaurant is. It was in a good location to the downtown area. Easy to walk to. Right next door to the Library Restaurant which is where we had dinner. Easy to check in and out. Overall good experience . I would recommend this place😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Wonderful stay.

Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly lovely little boutique hotel. Great rooms and amenities. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The on-site restaurant is terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location very clean property great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at this charming hotel and wouldn't hesitate to book with them again, or to refer a friend. The staff were personable and delightful and the room was spacious and perfect for us. Thank you for making our getaway so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and comfortable room. A little tight by US standards, but more than compensated by quality and comfort of bedding and linens. Bathroom was immaculate and featured a lovely heated floor. The staff was authentically attentive and friendly. The onsite restaurant, Nichinan, had superb cocktails; you’ll need to peruse other reviews for clues about the food. The location is excellent- just a few steps away from the super-cute, bustling and varied commercial and entertainment options of downtown Portsmouth. Cheap public parking garages are just a few blocks away, but we recommend the valet parking service, which is worth the premium to avoid trundling suitcases through the busy downtown sidewalks. We will definitely choose the Thaxter again the next time we visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with terrific staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

nikolina

Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful boutique hotel!

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The interior design is perfection. Location is ideal with short walks to amazing shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible- so kind and helpful and available 24-7. The hotel is immaculate. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dmitriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Great spot

I loved staying in this hotel. The location was perfect, room was more than comfortable and very cozy, nice touches throughout the lobby area and the room itself. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

Great stay

Great stay, highly recommend! We also ate at the attached Japanese restaurant Nichinan. Great food, great service, great drinks, we were glad we went.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Small & wonderful

Lovely folks - great town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024