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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Davenport Inn	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 47 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,112 reviews	View
The Inn Downtown	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 110 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 75 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 289 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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Portsmouth historic city center and Waterfront of Piscataqua River with Memorial Bridge panorama aerial view, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Pease

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

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Newington

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

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Portsmouth historic city center and Waterfront of Piscataqua River with Memorial Bridge aerial view, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

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.

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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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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Ashworth by the Sea

6/10 Okay

"Beach view was awesome. Dont drink"

Anchorage Inn and Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very kind and the room was very clean. I booked this trip for my elderly parents and they were treated wonderfully. They even let them move up to the higher floor for a better view of the lighthouse, as the room was available. They have stayed here in the past and it’s always been an amazing experience! "

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

8/10 Good

"Everything was good! However, I hesitated on giving it 4 stars. Wanted to do 3 stars… really just because the pillows were so small! We were in a king bed and the pillows were awkwardly small and uncomfortable. They were like for toddlers lol we even got extra pillows/ pillows that were down free… but ya. Pillows are important haha"

The Bow Hotel

8/10 Good

"Parking was easy but on the street, not particularly secure, and expensive - $35/day. I didn’t check that before I made the reservation - much to my dismay. I never met any staff but they were very responsive. The coffee/rec area was very nice. The rooms were very tasteful, clean, and comfortable. Great location. "

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Portsmouth's Downtown neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit The Music Hall and Market Square 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 neighbourhood include The Davenport Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Portsmouth, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 28 Downtown hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown.

What is there to do around this Portsmouth neighbourhood?

Sights like The Music Hall, Strawbery Banke Museum and Discover Portsmouth can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown. You could also plan a visit to Market Square or Portsmouth Harbor Trail while you're in the neighbourhood. Portsmouth Athenaeum, Nahcotta and Governor John Langdon House Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Tugboat Alley and Moffatt-Ladd House are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Portsmouth.

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Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

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Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

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Where to stay in Downtown

West End

Pease

Newington

Elwyn Park

South End

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Ashworth by the Sea

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