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Hotel Thaxter

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

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Reception
Deluxe Penthouse | Private kitchen
Reception
Room 6 - Verse
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Hotel Thaxter, in downtown, offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a well-maintained property. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, on-site bar, and restaurant. The hotel provides rejuvenating spa services and complimentary in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi

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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
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 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 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 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 6 - Verse

Room 6 - Verse

Highlights

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

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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
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 8 - Verse

Room 8 - Verse

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Pillow-top bed
  • 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 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 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 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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Deluxe Penthouse

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse | Living area

Deluxe Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Superior Penthouse | Private kitchen

Superior Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa 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
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 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

  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Friendly Toast - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Goods - ‬3 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
  • Tour/ticket information, books and smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a lift and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff, proximity to shopping and first-rate property condition
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and printers.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Heated floors, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Front of property

The Hotel Portsmouth

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,005 reviews
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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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

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
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • 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. 191 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 214 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

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I can’t comment on the staff because their check-in just requires you to use your phone number to access the building and your room but the hotel was excellent. The rooms have no outside noise so if you’re a light sleeper, it’s the perfect spot. I got into Portsmouth long before my check-in time so I parked in a nearby garage which ended up costing the same amount that the hotel charges ($40/nt). You’re a block away from all the shops and restaurants and a short walk to Badger’s Island in Maine where you can get drinks and/or a bite to eat and a short walk to the town hall where they had a nice little farmers market Saturday morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

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

David

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

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

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is truly a one of a kind hotel.Everything is done via text or phone and the doors have codes (so no pets are necessary). This small boutique hotel is right in downtown Portsmouth NH. Everything is walkable from here. The staff are amazing at making you feel welcome and appreciated. I’m already looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Art deco boutique

What a well appointed, French art deco, lovely boutique hotel. Just off the Main Street in Portsmouth, it was convenient, quiet and quaint. Will definitely get more stays there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property! Our room was great and the added amenities were very nice! I loved the Nespresso machine and water and treats in the lobby! We plan to stay here again when we go back to Portsmouth.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Great Hotel!

Absolutely wonderful stay! Great location, we were able to walk everywhere. The staff was kind and helpful. We also relied heavily on the ‘locals list’ on the hotels website and it did not disappoint!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this place! I would stay here again without hesitation! Great staff, very walkable and beautiful, clean rooms! We stayed in room 1 and loved it! Book it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Big clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great inn at a perfect spot, accessible to many downtown Portsmouth attractions. The on-site Japanese restaurant was a great bonus. We had a fabulous meal without having to leave the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved it and the heated floors and rooms service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stylish and very comfortable hotel. The Thaxter is a refreshing change from the corporate blandness of so many chain hotels. We would happily stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Gorgeously accented. Would stay again

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly enjoyed our stay. The hotel is very welcoming. Super clean and the staff were amazing! We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a bit nervous with the different check in process, but it was smooth and efficient. Great place to stay and enjoy Portsmouth!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our getaway at Thaxter. We be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Great experience

Outstanding Hotel Even better outstanding staff!!! These folks are super.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool spot. The decorating is immaculate. I wish my house look like it. My room is super cute and so is the lobby. The staff is very kind. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel & rooms are lovely & very unique. Staff were all friendly & helpful. Hotel location is perfect for walking around town. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023