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Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a restaurant and a bar

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Room 6 - Verse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe
Room 15 - Couplet | Bathroom | Hair dryer, bathrobes, heated floors, towels
Reception

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Room 7 - Verse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 7 - Verse

Highlights

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

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Room 6 - Verse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 6 - Verse

Highlights

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

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Room 15 - Couplet | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 15 - 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 1 - Ballad | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 12 - Sonnet

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 3 - 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 4 - Couplet | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 2 - Couplet

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 9 - Verse

Highlights

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

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Room 14 - Haiku | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 14 - Haiku

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 11 - 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 5 - Verse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 5 - Verse

Highlights

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

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Room 13 - Haiku | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 10 - Verse

Highlights

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

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Room 8 - Verse | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Room 8 - Verse

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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

  • ‪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 remodeled 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
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and books
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, proximity to shopping, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, travel cribs, 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 AED 1,010
AED 1,096 total
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 transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self 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 crib

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches 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

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 25 2025 to June 2 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

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 onsite 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

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?

Check-out 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 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. 177 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 194 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

Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The hotel is quaint and lovely. Rooms were big with high ceilings. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location for dinner and a show at the Music Hall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

great style and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Very cool place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Clean, quiet, and a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

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

Great place and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

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

Truly lovely little boutique hotel. Great rooms and amenities. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

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

Great service and beautiful room!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

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

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

Lovely folks - great town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

The hotel is adorable. Very clean and comfortable. The only negative is the lack of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

good location very clean property great staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Great option for business or vacation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Lovely place in great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

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

The on-site restaurant is terrific
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023