Downtown Hotels, Portsmouth

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

The Davenport Inn

The Davenport Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Absolutely loved this place! Our room was stunning, the staff was wonderful, and had such a great selection of little snacks. I can’t wait for another opportunity to stay here! "
United States
Mariana
The price is AU$527
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Davenport Inn

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Friendly staff, great view and the best clam chowder I have ever had. And I am big fan of clam chowder. "
United States
Tim
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Clean ever where, knowledgeable and friendly staff and great breakfast."
United States
Brenda
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Mary
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

The Inn Downtown

The Inn Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"We stayed in the penthouse suite. The room was very spacious and clean. The bed was very comfortable as well. We will definitely be staying here again. "
United States
Mark
The price is AU$313
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The Inn Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (199)
"Clean and great location "
United States
Maria
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

The Hotel Portsmouth

The Hotel Portsmouth
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great location, easy parking, friendly staff. nice property!"
United States
Ralph
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan 2026
The Hotel Portsmouth

The Sailmaker's House

The Sailmaker's House
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (369)
"beautiful and historic architecture! "
United States
RICHARD PHILLIPS
The Sailmaker's House

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1097)
"Loved the clean room, fitness center and full breakfast included"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hotel Thaxter

Hotel Thaxter
4.0 star property
Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (230)
"Very nice hotel with a helpful staff in a great location. Convenient to many shops and restaurants. "
United States
Ed
Hotel Thaxter

The Bow Hotel

The Bow Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (503)
"Room was clean enough, location was amazing!"
United States
joshua
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Bow Hotel

Guest House Suites

Guest House Suites
2.0 star property
30.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (197)
"Good value"
United States
Greg
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Guest House Suites

Great Island Inn

Great Island Inn
3.5 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (115)
"Great place, wonderful neighborhood and I would stay there again."
United States
Sean
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Great Island Inn

Downtown Dover Inn

Downtown Dover Inn
2.0 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
6.0 out of 10, (309)
"The room has some nice updates but the HVAC system was loud and so were the neighbors :(. Great price for a decent place to stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Downtown Dover Inn

Cliff House Maine

Cliff House Maine
4.5 star property
21.7 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean room, relaxing atmosphere, kind and helpful staff "
United States
Emily
The price is AU$925
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Cliff House Maine

Hampton Inn by Hilton Amesbury

Hampton Inn by Hilton Amesbury
2.5 star property
28.2 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Perfect location and facilities "
United States
kathleen
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Amesbury

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Amesbury

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Amesbury
2.5 star property
28.6 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Very comfortable and enjoyed breakfast "
United States
Kristen
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Amesbury

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG
2.5 star property
14.6 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (899)
"Nice clean food & dining area. Wide variety of breakfast choices"
United States
Kathleen
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Durham by IHG

Atlantic Breeze Suites

Atlantic Breeze Suites
3.0 star property
18 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (406)
"The room was beautiful. Clean. Quiet. Perfect for a little getaway. Will definitely be returning! "
United States
Tara
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Atlantic Breeze Suites

The Victoria Inn

The Victoria Inn
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Property was beautiful, rooms were excellent and breakfast was delicious. "
United States
anna
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
The Victoria Inn
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Our guide on 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.

Newington

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

Pease

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

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.

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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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 offers free WiFi and parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The Sailmaker's House 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 29 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 Portsmouth Athenaeum 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. Nahcotta, Governor John Langdon House Museum and Tugboat Alley are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Moffatt-Ladd House and John Paul Jones House Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Portsmouth.

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