What's it like in Downtown?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Portsmouth's Downtown neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Portsmouth Harbor Trail and The Music Hall as part of your Downtown travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller data, Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Market Square, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown and The Hotel Portsmouth .

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 35 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, Seacoast Repertory Theatre and Strawbery Banke Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown. You could also plan a visit to Portsmouth Harbor Trail or Market Square while you're in the neighbourhood. Portsmouth Athenaeum, 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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown, Portsmouth - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern lounge area with a fireplace, sofas, and a dining area.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Downtown

Rebecca

₹15,084 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A grand hallway with a wooden staircase, a bench, and a patterned carpet.

2. The Hotel Portsmouth

Downtown

Rochele

₹16,664 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern lobby with grey sofas, round tables, and a bar area.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

Downtown

Thomas

₹19,244 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with multiple stories, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Downtown

Kathleen

₹15,290 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a metal railing, and a view of buildings in the background.

5. Treadwell Mansion

Downtown

Kathy

₹24,563 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating, and a staircase connecting multiple floors.

6. Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

Downtown

Glenda

₹20,597 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Downtown

₹15,174 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A dining table set with plates, glasses, cutlery, and candles, with a refrigerator and cabinets in the background.

8. Market Square Inn

Downtown

Amanda

₹36,636 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bed with white linens and a brown blanket, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand with a gold-colored object.

9. The Sailmaker's House

Downtown

Barry

₹18,335 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A cozy loft-style bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a nightstand. The room features a dark wood floor, a patterned wall, and a window with blinds.

10. The Inn Downtown

Downtown

jennifer

₹32,769 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, a chair, a window, and a ceiling light.

11. The Davenport Inn

Downtown

Andrew

₹36,259 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A view of a river with buildings along the shore, a bridge in the foreground, and a clear sky.

12. The Bow Hotel

Downtown

Judy

₹15,523 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with large glass windows, a covered walkway, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

13. AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth

North End, 0.5 km from Downtown

David

₹23,384 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, modern seating, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

14. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

1.6 km from Downtown

Matthew

₹10,633 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and sofas, large windows, and wooden ceiling beams.

15. Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth

1.8 km from Downtown

Brittany

₹11,336 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a blue bench, and a wall with a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

16. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth-Seacoast

2 km from Downtown

Michael

₹10,896 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a coffee maker, and a view of trees through the window.

17. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

1.6 km from Downtown

Heidi

₹11,475 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

18. Best Western Plus Portsmouth Hotel & Suites

1.7 km from Downtown

₹10,669 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a tree, and a brick wall.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Portsmouth

2.4 km from Downtown

Conor

₹14,794 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating area with red umbrellas, and a parking lot.

20. Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.9 km from Downtown

Brian

₹10,142 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Davenport Inn	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Market Square Inn	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
The Sailmaker's House	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 416 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,259 reviews	View
The Inn Downtown	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 115 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central

10/10 Excellent

"Servers at breakfast weren’t the most friendly. Front desk employees were really good"

Ogunquit - The Milestone

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location 1-2 miles from town and beaches very large facility but quiet clean spacious rooms free parking very hot showers outdoor swimming pool responsive staff. Breakfast very basic best to go to the wonderful Greenery just down the street for a great breakfast I would return here."

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

8/10 Good

"Hotel was very nice, and extremely clean and comfortable. Staff member who checked us is went out of her way to answer all our questions before we even asked them, she even pulled out a map of the rooms gave us two options made a recommendation and shared why she recommended it. Then she shared where to go, what to see, food recommendations and more. She shared she’s only been there 6 months, but did a wonderful job helping make our stay even more pleasant!"

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

2. The Hotel Portsmouth

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/ Waterfront

4. Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

5. Treadwell Mansion

6. Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

8. Market Square Inn

9. The Sailmaker's House

10. The Inn Downtown

11. The Davenport Inn

12. The Bow Hotel

13. AC Hotel by Marriott Portsmouth

14. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Portsmouth

15. Courtyard by Marriott in Portsmouth

16. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Portsmouth-Seacoast

17. Holiday Inn Portsmouth by IHG

18. Best Western Plus Portsmouth Hotel & Suites

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Portsmouth

20. Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central

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