Places to stay in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

The Portsmouth region as whole is noted for its many restaurants, attractions and shopping opportunities, which include downtown Portsmouth, outlet malls Kittery, Maine, as well as major malls in Newington, New Hampshire. Portsmouth sits near the mouth of the Piscataqua River, a short, wide river that divides New Hampshire and Maine. Places to eat in the region include Medovnik Honey Cake, Neighborhood Wings, Mo Jo's BBQ Shacks, and The Kitchen Eatery & Catering.

If you are travelling in the area, Portsmouth is located close to Oyster River, Town of Exeter Sewerage Lagoons Dam, Rundlet-May House Museum, Peverly Brook Lower Dam and Franklin Pierce University at Portsmouth.

The center of Portsmouth ( which is at is longitude -70°45'41.76 and latitude 43°4'19.2 ) is located 3 miles away from New Castle, 5 miles away from Rye and 8 miles away from North Hampton.

Available Portsmouth lodging

We currently have 27 accommodations in and around Portsmouth.

Portsmouth Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Portsmouth Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Other useful links:

• Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
• Portsmouth, New Hampshire on Wikipedia

Things to see and do, places to eat in Portsmouth

Anthony Alberto's Ristorante Italiano ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 59 Penhallow Street. Nestled in historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Ristorante Massimo's world-class Italian cuisine and quaint brick and stone ambiance transports guests to Florence, Rome, and Venice. Run by renowned restaurateur Massimo Morgia, Ristorante Massimo offers dishes from all regions of Italy - using New England culinary delicacies to deliciously transform timeless Italian favorites. Ristorante Massimo selects seafood, meats, and seasonal vegetables based on freshness, variety, and flavor, and makes its own bread and pasta from scratch. With outstanding hospitality and a selection of exquisite Italian and Californian wines from the world's best vintners, the Italian restaurant has become a favorite local dining spot and a popular tourist destination. www.ristorantemassimo.com

Jumpin Jays Fish Cafe ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 150 Congress Street. Located just two blocks down from Market Square, Jay's has become an overnight institution among locals who appreciate exceptional seafood. The quality of fare is unsurpassed, with fish arriving daily from local fisherman as well as some exotic catches from locations such as New Zealand and Ecuador. Four to six varieties appear on the ever-changing "Catch of the Day" menu, complemented by your choice of a gourmet sauce or marinade. The standard menu offers a more traditional flavor, including Maine Crab Cake, Haddock Piccata and the popular Linguine in White Clam Sauce. The atmosphere is casually hip, with no pretense. Reservations encouraged. Open Seven nights a week. Reservations Recommended. Parties larger than 4 - please call (603)766.FISH to make reservations. Visit our other great restaurants & facilities: jumpinjays.com

The Warner House ( Art & Culture / Museums ). Located at 150 Daniel Street. Home to sea captains, merchants, explorers and even a royal governor, the Warner House is rich with stories of family history. The earliest, urban brick house in northern New England, the Warner House is considered a fine example of early-Georgian architecture with its sumptuous moldings and richly-paneled interiors. www.warnerhouse.org

Popovers On The Square ( Dining / Other ). Located at 8 Congress Street. Popovers has been hosting local diners and seacoast visitors for nearly twenty years. Our signature popovers can be enjoyed a variety of ways- as a meal overflowing with delicious ingredients, on the side of a seasonally inspired soup or salad, perhaps as a tasty snack spread with maple butter? Gluten-free friends rejoice! Our bakers worked tirelessly to perfect our gluten-free Popover and they knocked it out of the park. www.popoversonthesquare.com

Poco's Bow Street Cantina ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 37 Bow Street. Poco's Bow Street Cantina, located in historic Downtown Portsmouth has been a Seacoast landmark since 1982. We have a creative menu that takes Mexican cuisine and blends it with Seacoast favorites. Known for the best margaritas in town, Poco's has established itself as the place to see and be seen in Portsmouth. Whether you want to sit in our beautiful antique dining room, mingle in our cantina, or relax on our large deck we look forward to serving you in the future. view our menu www.pocosbowstreetcantina.com

Old Ferry Landing ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 10 Ceres Street. Relax and unwind at our casual, family-owned restaurant on the Piscataqua River that blends a rich history with a fresh vibe and even fresher seafood. What do you expect from a Portsmouth waterfront restaurant? Fresh, locally caught seafood. Scallops and clams, deep fried with deep flavor. 100% fresh lobster rolls. Signature cocktails like our famous Jimmy Juice rum punch. All prepared with care to create an experience that lives up to your expectations. oldferrylanding.com

Closed or unlisted properties

• The Governor's House closed or delisted.

Renamed properties

• Howard Johnson at 383 Woodbury Avenue may have been previously known as Americas Best Inn
• Quality Inn at 1190 Lafayette Road may have been previously known as Comfort Inn
• Hilton Garden Inn at 100 High Street may have been previously known as Portsmouth Downtown HGI
• The Port Inn, An Ascend Hotel Collection Member at 505 Route 1 Bypass may have been previously known as Port Motor Inn