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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown, Portsmouth

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Reception

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Breakfast great Room wonderful Lots of families and dogs Can’t beat location "
The price is P10,975
P11,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
The Davenport Inn
Front of property

The Davenport Inn

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Beautiful room and very close to downtown Portsmouth!"
The price is P21,333
P23,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
The Davenport Inn
The Hotel Portsmouth
Front of property

The Hotel Portsmouth

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Fun boutique hotel with great staff, unique continental breakfast, and close to Portsmouth attractions!"
The price is P14,783
P16,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
The Hotel Portsmouth
The Sailmaker's House
54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (348)
"The room was comfortable and quiet. The location was terrific."
The Sailmaker's House
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
Meeting facility

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent Stay"
The price is P12,791
P13,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
The Bow Hotel
Beach

The Bow Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (459)
"It was super convenient to everything in town and very comfortable. "
The price is P12,214
P13,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Bow Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Aerial view

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (79)
"Very nice place to stay! Convenient to walk to a variety of restaurants and shops in the charming section of Portsmouth!"
The price is P9,995
P10,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The hotel is accessible and is conveniently located in a very nice area near the water and with many choices of very nice restaurants. The staff are very nice. The rooms are clean and spacious. It is a nice place to stay."
The price is P13,051
P14,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
The Inn Downtown
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

The Inn Downtown

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"Great location and easy check in/out. Studio unit had a great kitchenette area. Updated decor in an historic building. Very nice amenities."
The price is P16,495
P20,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
The Inn Downtown
Hotel Thaxter
Reception

Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"We loved our stay! From the staff to the decor, we were impressed with Hotel Thaxter. It is so charming and a wonderful alternative to a more commercial hotel. It felt like we were staying in someone’s home, without paying the fees of a vacation rental. "
Hotel Thaxter
The Lighthouse Inn & Suites
Lobby sitting area

The Lighthouse Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (691)
"Quick walk to Long Sands Beach, beautiful scenery also 7 min walk to Short Sands beach & the boardwalk/arcade"
The price is P8,504
P9,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
The Lighthouse Inn & Suites
Sands by the Sea Motel
Living area

Sands by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (312)
"Great location "
The price is P10,363
P11,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Sands by the Sea Motel
Sea Turn Motel
Exterior

Sea Turn Motel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (146)
"Very good location "
The price is P9,646
P10,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Sea Turn Motel
Stones Throw
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Stones Throw

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362)
"adorably nautical, right across from the beach, a wonderful stay and the restaurant serves delicious food"
The price is P11,929
P13,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Stones Throw
The Nevada
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, soundproofing

The Nevada

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"Great place to stay , right across street from beach , easy access !"
The price is P18,778
P20,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
The Nevada
The Grandview Hotel
View from property

The Grandview Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (488)
"Had a wonderful stay!"
The price is P9,780
P10,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Grandview Hotel
Anchorage Inn and Resort
Breakfast and dinner served

Anchorage Inn and Resort

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great Hotel in York Beach!"
The price is P10,788
P11,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Anchorage Inn and Resort
Sea Latch Inn
Reception

Sea Latch Inn

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1014)
"Great place to stay"
The price is P9,412
P10,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Sea Latch Inn
Sunrise Motel
On the beach

Sunrise Motel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (777)
"Awesome property and great location "
The price is P9,132
P9,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Sunrise Motel
The Grand Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

The Grand Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (575)
"Great location!"
The price is P7,705
P8,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Grand Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Portsmouth
West End map

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.

Pease map

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.

Elwyn Park map

Elwyn Park

Elwyn Park might not have many top sights, but Water Country and Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

South End map

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.

North End map

North End

Though North End might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Music Hall and Portsmouth Brewery.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, "
Nicholas 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

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 Expedia customer reviews, The Inn Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Market Square, and it offers free WiFi and parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include The Davenport Inn and The Sailmaker's House.

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 32 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, Strawbery Banke Museum, and John Paul Jones House Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown. You could also plan a visit to Portsmouth Harbor Trail or Portsmouth Brewery while you're in the neighborhood. Portsmouth Athenaeum, Nahcotta, and Market Square are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Governor John Langdon House Museum and Tugboat Alley are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Portsmouth.