Hotel Thaxter

Property class: 4
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near The Music Hall

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You'll be in a fantastic location at Hotel Thaxter, only a five-minute walk from Market Square and The Music Hall. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Nichinan, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short 10-minute walk of Strawbery Banke Museum and Prescott Park. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding

Why we love this property

Luxurious room comforts
Feather-soft comforters with hypo-allergenic bedding ensure dreamy sleep. Heated floors, blackout drapes, and champagne service elevate relaxation.
Art Deco city gem
This Art Deco hotel in the city centre showcases curated decor that transports guests to an era of elegance and sophistication.

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a green ottoman, a brown armchair, and a window with sheer curtains.

Room 5 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table with a vase, a lamp, and a TV on a stand.

Room 2 - Couplet

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Room 1 - Ballad

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Room 11 - Haiku

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside tables, lamps, and a window with a brown valance.

Room 12 - Sonnet

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(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a small round table, and a chair.

Room 6 - Verse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a small round table, and a chair.

Room 7 - Verse

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a plant, an orange chair, and a view through sheer curtains.

Room 8 - Verse

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a black dresser with drawers.

Room 9 - Verse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room 10 - Verse

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A bedroom with a bed, an ottoman, a chair, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room 13 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two orange armchairs, a patterned rug, and purple walls.

Room 14 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room 3 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outside through a window with curtains.

Room 4 - Couplet

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

Room 15 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A room with two leather armchairs, a wooden cabinet, and a framed landscape painting on the wall.

Deluxe Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the kitchen.

Deluxe Penthouse

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden chairs.

Superior Penthouse

  • City view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

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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
  • Portsmouth Harbor Trail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 36 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 43 min drive
  • Manchester, NH (MHT-Manchester-Boston Regional) - 56 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 66 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 66 min drive
  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Durham Station - 21 min drive
  • Exeter Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Moose Tap House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Popovers on the Square - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Kilim - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Works Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Thaxter

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Hotel Thaxter, only a five-minute walk from Market Square and The Music Hall. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Nichinan, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short 10-minute walk of Strawbery Banke Museum and Prescott Park. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
    • Uncovered on-site valet parking (USD 40.00 per day)
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Bike tour information
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1867
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 86
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 91
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Printer
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Nichinan – This sushi bar specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 55 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Uncovered valet parking costs USD 40.00 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel Thaxter Hotel
Hotel Thaxter Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Thaxter offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Thaxter does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Thaxter?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Thaxter?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 40.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Thaxter?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Thaxter?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Thaxter and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Thaxter?

Yes, Nichinan offers Japanese cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Thaxter like?

Hotel Thaxter is in Downtown, a short 2-minute walk from Market Square and 4 minutes' walk from Portsmouth Harbor Trail. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Hotel Thaxter Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant, Nichinan, offered great food, excellent service, and superb cocktails. (17 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was super cute, and the bed was very comfortable (which means a lot since I'm very picky). Loved that they offered valet parking for $40 a night. It was within walking distance of everything; wish we stayed longer!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great B&B in the heart of Portsmouth! Beyond quaint, with an amazing Japanese restaurant onsite and walking distance to every major attraction downtown and near the water.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful boutique hotel-we had a fantastic stay. Very comfortable, close to everything and every thing was just perfect.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time staying at Hotel Thaxter! The location was perfect for walking around Portsmouth, plenty of local shops and restaurants around. The staff was very helpful and provided some great recommendations. We enjoyed our stay and would certainly stay again if we travel to Portsmouth.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Thaxter has character! Beautiful space with great amenities. Valet parking, soda water on tap, nespresso machine, self check-in and heated bathroom floors. I love this place!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room and a great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location! Very friendly staff.
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8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel with a helpful staff in a great location. Convenient to many shops and restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique mod vibe with desert colors, decorated with beautiful local and other art, nice amenities bar. The restaurant smelled delicious and ambient music was tasteful. Room was emasculate very comfortable. So comfortable we overslept and I got a parking ticket by forgetting to run down the street and pay the meter (100% my fault NOT the hotel)
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8/10 Very good

Room very comfortable and clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Thaxter is very nice. The room was clean, modern with a very nice bathroom, large shower, comfortable bed, and friendly, attentive staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful: they cheerfully accommodated our wish to access our room early. Everyone was kind and helpful. The rooms were spotless, the bed extremely comfortable. The location is perfect: the Thaxter is in the heart of the old port city and you are surrounded by beautiful historic buildings, good restaurants and interesting shops. We will gladly stay there again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay.

Beautiful hotel, great location, and friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had an amazing stay. We took advantage of the close proximity to stores and coffee. We loved Nichinan, which is the restaurant attached and it was absolutely delicious. Will come back and stay in a different room!
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10/10 Exceptional

The on-site restaurant is terrific
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

good location very clean property great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly lovely little boutique hotel. Great rooms and amenities. Perfect location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place in great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with terrific staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
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10/10 Exceptional

This was our first stop of our trip and Portsmouth is such a cute little New England town. Hotel Thaxer was a perfect palce to stay. Right near downtown and very walkable to local shops, resturants, and emtertainment. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was updated and very comfortable. Highly recommend.