The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown, Portsmouth ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

40 Court Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 03801

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“This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Portsmouth, allowing us to easily stroll to all the charming shops and delicious restaurants.”view full review

The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown is a 4-star property located in a 135-year-old historic mansion in downtown Portsmouth. This Portsmouth hotel features complimentary Wi-Fi and a welcoming 24-hour front desk.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown feature premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, and iPads for guest use. Each private bathroom comes with a walk-in shower and Malin + Goetz toiletries. Guests enjoy access to a snack bar/deli.

Dining & Nearby Options

Key dining options are located nearby, with Flatbread Company 0.5 miles away and The Franklin 0.5 miles from the hotel. Guests are just a short walk from Market Square, filled with diverse restaurants and shops.

Local Area & Attractions

The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown is situated close to historic sites like the John Paul Jones House, Strawbery Banke Museum, and Prescott Park, all within a 0.5 miles radius. The property also features on-site meeting rooms and a Victorian parlor for guest relaxation.

Transportation & Services

Transportation options include bus stops just a minute's walk away, providing convenient access to the greater area. The property also offers one free parking space per guest to simplify travel arrangements.

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The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Historic King

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe King

2 persons

250 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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King Suite

2 persons

500 sq. feet

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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King

2 persons

205 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Hassle-Free Parking

“The private parking lot behind the hotel made it so convenient to explore the area without worrying about finding a spot.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“I loved the breakfast options! Fresh fruits, yogurt, and a selection of breads made my mornings good.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was large and airy, with excellent blackout curtains and perfect cross ventilation for a relaxing stay.” view full review

Cozy Lounges

“The sitting rooms provided a lovely atmosphere for quiet evenings and were perfect for unwinding after a busy day.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.9/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Allergy-free rooms

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown Location

40 Court Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 03801

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40 Court Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, 03801

City landmarks

Museum

USS Albacore Museum

5300 ft

Museum

Strawbery Banke Museum

2200 ft

Museum

Richard Jackson House

3800 ft

Park

Prescott Park Theatre

2700 ft

Garden

Moffatt-Ladd House

2600 ft

Landmark

Warner House

2400 ft

Gallery

Piscataqua Fine Arts Studio and Gallery

2400 ft

Landmark

Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear Houses

2700 ft

Church

St. John's Episcopal Church

2100 ft

Park

Prescott Park Arts Festival

2500 ft

Landmark

South Mill Pond Dam

2400 ft

Bridge

Memorial Bridge

2800 ft

Church

North Church of Portsmouth

2700 ft

Landmark

Sanders Fish Market

2700 ft

Landmark

3S Artspace

2700 ft

Gallery

NJM Gallery

2300 ft

Gallery

Three Graces Gallery

2400 ft

Nearby

Square

Market Square

1700 ft

Museum

John Paul Jones House

600 ft

Chestnut Street Between Court Street & State Street

Portsmouth African Burying Ground

500 ft

Museum

Governor John Langdon House

1300 ft

364 Middle Street

Rundlet-May House

1400 ft

Library

Portsmouth Public Library

1000 ft

Market Square

Portsmouth Harbor Trail

1700 ft

Library

Portsmouth Athenaeum

1800 ft

10 Vaughan Mall #215

Portsmouth Team Building

1000 ft

Church

Immaculate Conception Church

1300 ft

Store

Summer Sessions Portsmouth

1400 ft

Gallery

New Hampshire Art Association

1900 ft

110 State St Ste 1

ellO gallery & shop

2000 ft

Restaurants

Flatbread Company

900 ft

138 Congress St

The Friendly Toast

1200 ft

113 Congress St

The Goat

800 ft

142 Congress St

La Maison Navarre

1000 ft

121 Congress Street

The District

1100 ft

103 Congress St

Bridge Street Bistrot & Wine Bar

1300 ft

64 Bridge St

Thirsty Moose Tap House

1400 ft

21 Congress Street

Green Room

1300 ft

41 Vaughan Mall

5 Thai Bistro

1400 ft

40 Pleasant St

Getting around

City Centre

Portsmouth5 min · 1400 ft

Airports

Portsmouth International Airport at Pease (PSM)19 min · 7.8 mi

Portland International Jetport (PWM)119 min · 49.0 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-22:00

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel The Portsmouth - Downtown provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 576 verified reviews

9.2/10

Perfect

92%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.6/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Comfort

9.2/10

Facilities

8.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

9.0/10

Location

9.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.0/10

Staff

9.3/10

Value for money

8.5/10

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The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown, Portsmouth

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Nearby Options

Local Area & Attractions

Transportation & Services

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Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

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Spa & Leisure

Room features

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The Hotel Portsmouth - Downtown Location

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