The Best Portsmouth New Hampshire Hotels and Lodging

Portsmouth, NH is the last city before heading over the bridge into Maine from the south on I-95. This historic seaside town in New Hampshire is a delightful blend of waterfront restaurants, seaside parks, downtown hotels and inns, vibrant nightlife and shopping to explore before crossing over the mighty Piscataqua River to Maine.

While its small in population, just over 21,000, Portsmouth is bustling and interesting with a breathtaking harbor setting. Portsmouth has rich maritime history, visit Strawberry Banke museum or just walk the brick and cobblestone streets for a trip back in time. But Portsmouth is also progressive with exceptional dining, art, theatre and live music, and beautiful parks along the Piscataqua River and Atlantic Ocean.

Anyone vacationing in Southern Maine particularly Kittery and York, should be sure to check out Portsmouth at least for a day to enjoy the charm of this seacoast settlement and its beautifully preserved downtown. We suggest a harbor tour on a tugboat, browse the Bow Street shops and have lunch at a waterfront cafe with drinks on the deck overlooking the River.

Lodging options in Portsmouth range from historic bed and breakfasts in the heart of the Portsmouth’s waterfront area, to the gracious Wentworth by the Sea Marriott, to modern full service hotels in the center of downtown like the Residence, Sheraton, Hampton, and Hilton Garden Inn. Here, we also list lodgings in the surrounding Portsmouth area.

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York Harbor Inn | York Harbor 207-363-5119 | 480 York Street, York Harbor , Maine

Luxurious Historic Oceanfront Inn that has been featured on the Travel Channels "Great Country Inns" and as Country Living Magazines "Inn of the Month." Many rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzi spa tubs, decks and ocean vistas. Award winning ocean view dining with a bistro menu in 1637 plus dining and entertainment in our Ships Cellar Pub. Outdoor hot tub open year round. Complete conference facilities. Open year round. See website for last minute Internet Specials, Innkeeper and other packages. Free WiFi. Learn More

The Lady Mary Inn | North Berwick 207-676-2133 | Elm Street, North Berwick, Maine

Comfortably familiar and welcoming, elegant and classic, down to the tiniest detail, while still offering every convenience the modern traveler expects. Welcome to the Lady Mary Inn. Surround yourself in Victorian romance. Experience the grandeur of this 25-room mansion while you enjoy all the Southern Maine Seacoast Region has to offer! Stretch out in one of our spacious guest rooms with beautiful private baths. Full gourmet breakfasts are artfully served. Conveniently located in North Berwick, Maine, just 6 miles from I-95 and 15 minutes from miles of white sandy beaches. Learn More

Dockside Guest Quarters | York Harbor 207-363-2868 | 22 Harris Island Road, York, Maine

The Dockside is a special place, uniquely situated on a private peninsula overlooking York Harbor, providing panoramic views of the harbor and ocean. Accommodations are in a classic “New England Cottage” and multi-unit buildings at the waters edge. Dining at the Dockside is popular with locals and visitors alike, offering local seafood and a wide variety of other favorites. Beaches, history, outlet shopping, lighthouses, golf, fishing are all near by. The essence of Maine is truly captured here. Learn More

Ale House Inn – 121 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH – 603-431-7760 
Hilton Garden Inn – Downtown Portsmouth – 100 High Street, Portsmouth NH – 603-431-1499
Residence Inn Portsmouth Downtown, 100 Deer Street Portsmouth, NH Phone: 603-422-9200
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown, 23 Portwalk Place Portsmouth, NH – 603-430-3033
Portsmouth Harbor Events & Conference Center, 100 Deer Street at Portwalk Place Portsmouth, NH – 603-422-9300