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Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Relax in a cozy seating area with a plush sofa and stylish rug, complemented by a large potted plant.
Relax in a stylish space with a large window, dark column, and comfortable armchairs.
Hotel Thaxter's exterior features a traditional brick facade with a window above the entrance.
Stunning view of a historic building with a brick facade and multiple chimneys.
Relax in comfort with a large bed and stylish bedside tables, plus a chair and small table for your convenience.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

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Room 7 - Verse

Room 7 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 - Verse

Room 6 - Verse

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 15 - Couplet

Room 15 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 1 - Ballad

Room 1 - Ballad

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 12 - Sonnet

Room 12 - Sonnet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 3 - Couplet

Room 3 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 4 - Couplet

Room 4 - Couplet

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 2 - Couplet

Room 2 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 9 - Verse

Room 9 - Verse

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 14 - Haiku

Room 14 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 11 - Haiku

Room 11 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 5 - Verse

Room 5 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 13 - Haiku

Room 13 - Haiku

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 10 - Verse

Room 10 - Verse

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 8 - Verse

Room 8 - Verse

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Music Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portsmouth Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Prescott Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hearth Food Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Moose Taphouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Thaxter

Upscale hotel remodelled in 2022 and located near The Music Hall
Located close to Market Square and Seacoast Repertory Theatre, Hotel Thaxter provides a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Coffee/tea in reception, books and tour/ticket information
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, proximity to shopping and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, travel cots and heating

Languages

English

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The Hotel Portsmouth

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Nichinan

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1867
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 55 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Hotel Thaxter Hotel
Hotel Thaxter Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Thaxter pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Thaxter?

Self-parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Thaxter?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Thaxter?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Thaxter located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps away from The Music Hall and Market Square. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

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Hotel Thaxter Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 200 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for dinner and a show at the Music Hall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quaint and lovely. Rooms were big with high ceilings. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Fine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great style and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun stay

Good times
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities
Great place and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel!

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The interior design is perfection. Location is ideal with short walks to amazing shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible- so kind and helpful and available 24-7. The hotel is immaculate. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at this charming hotel and wouldn't hesitate to book with them again, or to refer a friend. The staff were personable and delightful and the room was spacious and perfect for us. Thank you for making our getaway so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly lovely little boutique hotel. Great rooms and amenities. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot

I loved staying in this hotel. The location was perfect, room was more than comfortable and very cozy, nice touches throughout the lobby area and the room itself. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and beautiful room!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique and comfortable

Stylish and clean! This is our second stay at the Hotel Thaxter and we definitely will return. Such a convenient place to stay to see a show at the Music Hall, visit the shops, or dine in one of the many restaurants in Portsmouth.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful boutique hotel right in downtown Portsmouth. Our room and amenities were top notch. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location very clean property great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for business or vacation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The on-site restaurant is terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

nikolina

Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small & wonderful

Lovely folks - great town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023