Southern New Hampshire, NH

Travel Guide

Silver birches amidst golden ferns in the New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England.
The New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England, in all its autumn glory.
Standing on the cliff edge on North Pack Monadnock looking south over the Wapack Range in southern New Hampshire
Southern New Hampshire
Southern New Hampshire

Where to stay in Southern New Hampshire

Hampton Beach panorama aerial view including historic waterfront buildings on Ocean Boulevard and Hampton Beach State Park, Town of Hampton, New Hampshire NH, USA.

Hampton Beach

Popular for its pristine beach, Hampton Beach boasts a lively boardwalk along Ocean Boulevard, featuring numerous shops, seasonal hotels, and the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom. Don't miss the New Hampshire Marine Memorial nearby!

Hampton Beach
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Rye Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Rye Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Jenness State Beach or St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea.

Rye Beach
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Music Hall and Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Manchester downtown building including City Hall Plaza and Brady Sullivan Plaza with Merrimack River in the front panorama aerial view, Manchester, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Downtown Manchester

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, Palace Theater and Center of New Hampshire Expo Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
Strawberry Banke Museum, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, USA

West End

While West End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Music Hall and Market Square.

West End
The Fishing Fleet

Newington

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

Newington
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St Portsmouth NH
The price is AED 480 per night from May 25 to May 26
AED 480
AED 521 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (335 reviews)
Absolute worst Hilton ive ever stayed at! We went for mothers day so my wife didnt want me to complain to the desk at the consist issues. First off the hotel is deliberately wording the breakfast a weird way. It is not free, its actually quite expensive for what it is. It wasnt even available for ...

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH
The price is AED 514 per night from May 25 to May 26
AED 514
AED 558 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,138 reviews)
I definitely would go back there the manager Trevor was great The whole staff was excellent I don’t remember everyone name

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
505 US Highway 1 Bypass Portsmouth NH
The price is AED 398 per night from May 25 to May 26
AED 398
AED 432 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Every staff person is absolutely lovely! 10/10

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Port Inn and Suites Portsmouth, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
76 Mountain Rd Epsom NH
Stay at this cabin in Epsom. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions James Park and Epsom Public Library are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
Excellent experience. Loved the place. The space and the service.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location

Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location

Wakefield NH
Stay at this vacation home in Wakefield. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Ivanhoe and Lake Ivanhoe Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Beautiful scenery

Reviewed on 26 October 2025

Lakefront cottage with deck, patio, firepit, AC & W/D - secluded location
Stunning lakefront home with a boathouse, private dock, firepit and lake views

Stunning lakefront home with a boathouse, private dock, firepit and lake views

Wakefield NH
Stay at this vacation home in Wakefield. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Big Island and Lovell Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
We had a wonderful week at this lakehouse. It was large enought to accomodate our group comfortably but we spent most of the time floating in the clean, warm lake. The weather was sunny and hot so a perfect lake week. The bonus was watching the Eagles soar overhead, the deer swimming to and from ...

Reviewed on 21 August 2025

Stunning lakefront home with a boathouse, private dock, firepit and lake views
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Popular places to visit

Hampton Beach

Hampton Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Hampton Beach, a popular beach in Hampton. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Hampton Beach
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Market Square

You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a visit to Market Square. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Market Square
Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse after sunset. The lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located within Fort Constitution in New Castle, New Hampshire, United States.

Water Country

Enjoy an outing to Water Country during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Water Country
Canobie Lake Park

Canobie Lake Park

Bring the kiddos to Canobie Lake Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Salem. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Canobie Lake Park
Gunstock Mountain Resort

Gunstock Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Gilford with a visit to Gunstock Mountain Resort. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Gunstock Mountain Resort
Aerial view of Seabrook Beach, New Hampshire with snow

Seabrook Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Seabrook Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Seabrook. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Seabrook Beach