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

9.2/10 (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

Nature Guided Bike Tour: NH Greenway-Fall Foliage Bike Tour

Guided Bike Tour on the NH Greenway- Fall Foliage & Autumn Colors

฿2,838
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Bike Tour on the NH Greenway- Fall Foliage & Autumn Colors
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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 ฿4,404 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,404
฿4,778 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿4,852 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,852
฿5,265 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (500 reviews)
"Location was perfect. Right in the heart of downtown Portsmouth. Property itself was clean and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Perfect for a long weekend."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth

3 out of 5
40 Court St. Portsmouth NH
The price is ฿5,445 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,445
฿5,907 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay, presidential suite penthouse was good space for our family of four. Great walking proximity and and a pleasant stay in the hotel. Very quaint and breakfast presentation amazing! Loved being part of the coziness!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

The Hotel Portsmouth
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
165 Deer Street Portsmouth NH
The price is ฿4,404 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,404
฿4,778 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Market Square and John Paul Jones ...
9/10 Wonderful! (221 reviews)
"Great breakfast provided"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
The Bow Hotel

The Bow Hotel

4 out of 5
121 Bow Street Portsmouth NH
The price is ฿5,072 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,072
฿5,503 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
The Bow Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

3 out of 5
100 Deer Street Portsmouth NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,714 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
฿5,714
฿6,199 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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)
"Raya was extremely pleasant, helpful and a real shinning star. Cheerful and very friendly... The room was clean and laid out nicely. Breakfast was okay, nothing special. Parking was on the expensive side, but I guess for inner city that was okay. All in all, a great experience. Please give a shout ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
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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 Portsmouth Harbor Trail, 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 Regal Fox Run 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 The Music Hall, 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 Wallis Sands State Beach 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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