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Hotel Thaxter

Property class: 4
4-star Art Deco hotel near The Music Hall

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. The room has large windows and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern interior with a checkered floor, a desk, two orange chairs, a green sofa, and a large plant.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of the outside through a window with curtains.
A brick building with the sign "HOTEL THAXTER" prominently displayed.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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15 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacoast Repertory Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 5 - Verse

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 WiFi

View all photos for Room 2 - Couplet

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 1 - Ballad

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

Room 1 - Ballad

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 11 - Haiku

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 12 - Sonnet

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

Room 12 - Sonnet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 6 - Verse

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)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 7 - Verse

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 8 - Verse

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)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 9 - Verse

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 10 - Verse

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 13 - Haiku

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 14 - Haiku

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)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 3 - Couplet

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)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 4 - Couplet

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

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room 15 - Couplet

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

Room 15 - Couplet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Penthouse

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
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Penthouse

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 WiFi

View all photos for Superior Penthouse

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

Superior Penthouse

  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE PENTHOUSE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
6.8 out of 10, 1,026 reviews
The price is CA $123
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
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About the area

Portsmouth

Downtown stay.A stay at this Downtown hotel places you steps from The Music Hall and within a 5-minute walk of Market Square. Prescott Park and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

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

  • Dover Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel Thaxter

4-star Art Deco hotel near The Music Hall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Thaxter also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Hotel Thaxter was completed in December 2022.

This 4-star Portsmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1867
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Thaxter offers 15 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

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 valet parking on site (USD 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • 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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per day
  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Thaxter Hotel
Hotel Thaxter Portsmouth
Hotel Thaxter Hotel Portsmouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Thaxter to the airport?

Hotel Thaxter is 4.8 mi (16-min drive) away from the Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Thaxter?

As of Sept 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Thaxter on Sept 7, 2026 start from CA $290, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Thaxter have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Thaxter.

How close is Hotel Thaxter to the beach?

This hotel is 7.8 mi (20-min drive) from Jenness State Beach and 11.3 mi (17-min drive) from York Harbor Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Thaxter offer free breakfast?

Hotel Thaxter does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Thaxter?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Hotel Thaxter?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per day.

Does Hotel Thaxter have a pool?

Hotel Thaxter does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Thaxter have a restaurant?

Hotel Thaxter is home to Nichinan, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does Hotel Thaxter have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Thaxter to downtown Portsmouth?

Hotel Thaxter is 0.3 mi away from Portsmouth.

Hotel Thaxter Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 272 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful boutique hotel-we had a fantastic stay. Very comfortable, close to everything and every thing was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Lovely suite, and very friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LAURAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to the Music Hall-- very convenient! Beautiful thoughtful decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful! The staff was so communicative and professional. Bed was so comfy and everything was so clean! Made me feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel in the region. I have stayed many times. I will never stay anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes walk to everything but above the noise, people so kind
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with a helpful staff in a great location. Convenient to many shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room very comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, clean, well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Thaxter is very nice. The room was clean, modern with a very nice bathroom, large shower, comfortable bed, and friendly, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outstanding! Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positive Great location Ample shopping and eating opportunities in walking distance Pretty Pleasant staff Negative No coffee in room No parking Valet parking- only until 8 pm Then your keys are not available until 8am
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice boutique hotel. Quite expensive for what it is, but other than price no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023