Downtown Travel Guide

Portsmouth

A pink building with a marquee sign advertising a music hall.
A storefront with a glass front, a brick building, and a clear awning.
A yellow storefront with a red door and a bicycle parked outside.
A public square with a water fountain, benches, and a stop sign.
A historic two-story building with a light-colored facade and a dark wooden structure adjacent to it.

Stay near popular Downtown attractions

A public square with a water fountain, benches, and a stop sign.

Market Square

9.2/5 (1,088 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a trip to Market Square. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Rise and Shine Guided Paddleboard Yoga Class in Rye

Rise and Shine Guided Paddleboard Yoga Class in Rye

Rp641.802
per adult
Rise and Shine Guided Paddleboard Yoga Class in Rye
Nature Bike Tour: Biking Adventure Along The NH Greenway Rail

Nature Bike Tour: Biking Adventure Along The NH Greenway Rail

Rp1.419.520
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nature Bike Tour: Biking Adventure Along The NH Greenway Rail
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Top hotels in Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp3.610.925 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp3.610.925
Rp3.917.928 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,162 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp3.281.160 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp3.281.160
Rp3.560.026 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
"Very nice hotel within walking distance of everything"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

3 out of 5
100 Deer Street Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp4.104.138 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp4.104.138
Rp4.452.990 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was alright."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
165 Deer Street Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp3.281.160 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp3.281.160
Rp3.560.026 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Market Square and Water Country are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"Great location! Well maintained! Would stay again in a heartbeat!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth

3 out of 5
40 Court St. Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp5.597.041 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp5.597.041
Rp6.072.870 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"This was a great hotel. Location was fantastic. We were able to park the car in the parking lot at no charge and walk everywhere. The staff was super nice and amazing. The rooms were clean and spacious and the breakfast of bagels and coffee were perfect."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Hotel Portsmouth
The Bow Hotel

The Bow Hotel

4 out of 5
121 Bow Street Portsmouth NH
The price is Rp4.045.892 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp4.045.892
Rp4.389.793 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, concierge services and bike hire on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (542 reviews)
"Great location. Clean. Hotel remotely managed with offside property company, but the were responsive and codes worked, parking too. Near/above a theater. Check show schedule at the Rep to time your visit."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

The Bow Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas 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

When in West End, you can plan a visit to The Music Hall and Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Newington

Travellers 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

When in Pease, you can plan a visit to Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Elwyn Park

While Elwyn Park isn't home to many top sights, Water Country and Wentworth by the Sea Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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