The Hotel Portsmouth

Hotel located steps from Rundlet-May House

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In the heart of Portsmouth, The Hotel Portsmouth offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and snack bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking and relax at the 24-hour front desk. Guests rave about the central location, delicious breakfast and helpful staff.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Concierge services
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
  • Free self parking
$122 nightly
$132 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Historic King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Historic King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Historic King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Historic King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Superior King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Superior King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Superior King

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Deluxe King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Deluxe King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Deluxe King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

King Suite

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Haymarket Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Haymarket Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Haymarket Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Haymarket Room

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Loft Suite 1-Bedroom | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Loft Suite 1-Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Loft Suite 1-Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Loft Suite 1-Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite 1-Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 725 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Garden Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Garden Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Garden Suite | Terrace/patio

Garden Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Penthouse King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Penthouse King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Penthouse King Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
40 Court St., Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rundlet-May House - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Discover Portsmouth - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 35 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 42 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 56 min drive
  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Durham Station - 20 min drive
  • Exeter Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gilley's PM Lunch - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Rundlet-May House and John Paul Jones House Museum. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Market Square and The Music Hall are within just a 10-minute walk. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 32 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sise Inn
Sise Inn Portsmouth
Sise Portsmouth
Hotel Portsmouth
The Hotel Portsmouth Hotel
The Hotel Portsmouth Portsmouth
The Hotel Portsmouth Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hotel Portsmouth?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Hotel Portsmouth?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) and Hampton Beach Casino (26-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Hotel Portsmouth and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Rundlet-May House (1-min walk) and John Paul Jones House Museum (2-min walk), along with Discover Portsmouth (3-min walk) and Market Square (3-min walk).

What's the area around The Hotel Portsmouth like?

The Hotel Portsmouth is a short 3-minute walk from Market Square and 3 minutes' walk from The Music Hall. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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The Hotel Portsmouth Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, varied, and a treat with many options for a light meal. (106 reviews)
  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity for guests. (32 reviews)
  • Staff provided excellent dining recommendations and the property's proximity to nearby restaurants was greatly appreciated. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly welcoming staff, and on site breakfast was nice. room was nice.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the breakfast and room was cozy and nicely decorated
Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Adorable vibe, super comfy bed, pleasant staff, fair price, great location!
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay thank you!
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique and comfortable. Great location for easy walking to everything. Will be back for sure .
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room spotless, comfortable bed, very quiet, parking very handy, terrific location for walking around the city.
patricia a, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, hotel was charming, staff was attentive, breakfast every morning was a treat.
Wade, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique rooms and decor Great location. Walked everywhere from our hotel
Justin, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was good, but the heating unit was noisier than it should have been.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great idea to have free parking and lovely assortment for free breakfast. Comfy bed and super location close to Jimmy's jazz club. Only needed hot cocoa!
nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nice and hotel in a good location with free parking.
Kristy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great historical property
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I not only loved the location of this hotel but its boutique style environment. We were there just before Christmas and the lounges were decorated with Christmas decorations the fireplace going all day and night. The room was beautifully designed and quaint. Everything was extremely clean and well kept. I would definitely return to this hotel and highly recommended.
Raynor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent all around
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and excelent breakfast
MARIA JOSE, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, cool vibe.
Leslie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room and staff
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place on Portsmouth, nice there is parking
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, clean and a great central location
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and food! Lovely room! Beautiful design.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with amazing rooms! Close to everything we wanted to do in Portsmouth.
Courtney, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place and always stay here. Central to everything Portsmouth has to offer. Park your car and enjoy all the shopping and food and history and beauty.
NICOLE, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed for 1 night and it was a great location for exploring Portsmouth. The room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was okay. The bar downstairs was really cool
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Nice amenities. Would definitely stay again!
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and comfortable bed. Breakfast is great with quality food/drinks. Tara was very helpful and courteous.
Augustus, 1-night trip