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The Bow Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Portsmouth, steps from Market Square

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The Ale House Inn sits just steps from Market Square, offering a convenient home base for Portsmouth exploration. Guests appreciate the express check-in process, reliable in-room WiFi, and the attentive staff who provide insider knowledge about the area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 564
AED 612 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Petite Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Gallery Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Studio Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

King Studio Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Gallery King | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Gallery King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Front of property

The Hotel Portsmouth

Downtown
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,000 reviews
The price is AED 651
AED 706 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Hotel Portsmouth

About the neighborhood

Map
121 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Prescott Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Portsmouth Harbor Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Music Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River House Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Surf Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cup Of Joe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gas Light Pizza Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaffee Vonsolln - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bow Hotel

Upscale hotel near Market Square
Located close to Warner House and Portsmouth Love Wall, The Bow Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bow Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and desks

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Front of property
The Hotel Portsmouth
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,000 reviews
The price is AED 651
AED 706 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Hotel Portsmouth

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 35 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1880
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night (49 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ale House Inn Portsmouth
Ale House Inn
Ale House Portsmouth
Ale House Hotel Portsmouth
Ale House Inn
The Bow Hotel Hotel
The Bow Hotel Portsmouth
The Bow Hotel Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bow Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bow Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Bow Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bow Hotel?

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

Where is The Bow Hotel located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is steps from Market Square, Warner House, and Prescott Park. Portsmouth Love Wall and Strawbery Banke Museum are also within 5 minutes.

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The Bow Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 496 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ty

Not really full service hotel but great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was nice and the location was convenient however good luck getting anyone to help you. They give you a number to text and call for someone who will just say that they don’t know and hang up on you. You also can’t control the air only the heat which meant that we had to sleep with the windows open. Overall, there are better places to stay at Portsmouth.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A+
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was just perfect. We had the petite queen and it had everything in it that we could want or need for our two night stay. I had no trouble checking in. If I needed to call and ask a question there was always someone available by phone. The ability to park right opposite was super. The area is so pretty and right on the water. The only thing to mention but it did not bother us was the heaviness of the doors when they opened or shut and the thin walls. However, during the night we heard nothing and that's all we cared about. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The trash cans had not been emptied. The tv service was terrible- we couldn't find local news stations/CNN/ABC/ESPN etc or college football. Navigating the service was frustrating. The night noise was loud! There was a Louis vibration in the wall as well as exterior cycling of machinery on the ne t rooftop. I couldn't sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

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

Cinderella Musical Show.

It was a very convenient hotel, close to restaurants, shopping, Theatre and much more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
The area is excellent for a weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, comfortable accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint lodging in a superb location. Friendly staff, wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and contemporary, but very small. There was central air but our room was still quite warm making it difficult to sleep. The hotel offered use of bikes and helmets which we would have used if weather permitted, but we took full advantage of the hotel umbrellas. Much appreciated! My biggest complaint is that there was a lot of noise. Lots of doors slamming and I was woken up at 1:15 by very loud talking and laughing in the hallway. The rooms are not sound proof at all. I did enjoy its location; it was a quick walk to numerous restaurants, bars, shops, and the park. There is also a theater on the ground floor of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice Hotel - Great Location - Pros and Cons

The Bow Hotel has a fantastic location, right in the middle of Portsmouth!! There are pros and cons. The parking and self check-in was a problem only because there was no communication and little information. I needed to download and app to gain entry and was forced to call several times. However, the location could not have been better, comfortable beds, good coffee, reasonable price. I would definitely recommend it, but I prefer a hotel with a front desk and basic services as opposed to a DIY process. Good stay but could have been a little better due to minor inconveniences.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Ale House. Close to everything. The atmosphere was charming and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the convenience and smaller size of the Ale House Inn. The staff was friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay both at the Ale House inn and in Portsmouth in general. Aden was extremely responsive to any questions I had and the location was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

George

Nice accommodation in a great location. Great institutions. Easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and so helpful in directing us to the highlights of the city. The lobby was so inviting with snacks and coffee. Room was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and clean though it was in need of upkeep. Carpet was well worn, outlet plate missing and obvious leak damage in bathroom ceiling. Hotel is conveniently located and free nitro coffee fantastic. I generally prefer these types of boutique hotels for short stays and despite the flaws I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this charming place. Ended up being very close to all the quaint shops and restaurants in the area. Correspondence with them was stellar. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff! Shout out to James!!! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Great place

Great stay. Location was perfect and staff were kind and helpful. Definitely recommend for solo or couples. Rooms are a little small but beds are very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The check in ordeal was terrible. Supposed to do everything online but they didn’t send all the information. Had to call about parking. They didn’t tell us the code to get into the building. Once we figured out how to get in there was a nice man at the desk to help us but it was a very frustrating check in. The rooms were ok. Clean but not very user friendly. I will not be going back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
had a great stay everything was in walking distance we love parking the car and not getting back in until we leave the hosts were very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No staff(had to call parent property to be helped) dated (rooms need to be updated). Property was lacking amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025