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The Governor's Inn

Property class: 3
3-star inn near Rochester Opera House

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A building with a sign reading "Spaulding Steak & Ale" and a flag with "Oregon" on it.
A garden with a prominent pink flowering tree, a wooden fence, and a building in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a television.
A covered outdoor event with buffet-style food service, guests seated at tables, and a band playing in the background.
A reception area with a counter, a framed picture, a wicker basket, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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78 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH, 03867
  • Place, Rochester Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rochester Historical Society Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rochester Common
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two blue armchairs, a dresser, a mirror, a fireplace, and a television.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Full Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a radiator, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, two wall-mounted lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Full Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, two wall-mounted lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Business Studio

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Rochester

In Rochester .You'll find Rochester Opera House and Rochester Common within a 15-minute walk of this Rochester inn. Milton Three Ponds is within 9 miles (15 km) and Salmon Falls Mill Historic District is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rochester Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rochester Historical Society Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rochester Common - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 42 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Hampton Beach - 46 min drive - 68.2 km

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Governor's Inn

3-star inn near Rochester Opera House
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Governor's Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Rochester inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Governor's Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 100.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Governor's Inn Rochester
Governor's Rochester
The Governor's Inn Inn
The Governor's Inn Rochester
The Governor's Inn Inn Rochester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Governor's Inn to the airport?

The Governor's Inn is 19.2 mi (30-min drive) away from the Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Governor's Inn?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Governor's Inn on Oct 20, 2026 start from CA $124, 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 The Governor's Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Governor's Inn.

Does The Governor's Inn offer free breakfast?

The Governor's Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Governor's Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Governor's Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Governor's Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Governor's Inn have a pool?

The Governor's Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Governor's Inn have a restaurant?

The Governor's Inn is home to Spaulding Steak & Ale, which features American cuisine.

Does The Governor's Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Governor's Inn to downtown Rochester?

The Governor's Inn is 0.2 mi away from Rochester.

The Governor's Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Governor’s Inn was an excellent choice for our vacation stop! We will return and encourage everyone who appreciates historical craftsmanship, hospitality and customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, very nice and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, one of a kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and had a good dinner as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely homey place. Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff. The attached restaurant was great! Good food, plenty of it and very reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was a beautiful old fashioned property with 2 buildings of rooms and an old carriage house turned into a nightclub, very nice and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Governor’s Inn because it was a beautiful setting with lots of charm and character. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. Also the Garage had super music that we enjoyed. I would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating. Breakfast just basic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The location was great. This is a very quaint New England Inn. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their intercontinental breakfast could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful old inn.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay. The room was very clean and comfortable. We had dinner and drinks at the restaurant the food was very good and the waitress was very personable and efficient. We plan to go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Would not stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Has some charm and nostalgia but, needs attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This great old place was a lot of fun to explore and enjoy. The two historic mansions, the old carriage house "Garage" bar, and Spaulding Pub were all places of friendly activity and good food. The extensive grounds on the banks of the Cochecho river were pleasant and cool on a warm summer day. And just a few doors away is the Hanson Pines park nature preserve with a three quarter mile loop through an old growth white pine forest, all right near the center of town. It was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming hotel that is close to coastal Maine without the crowds. They could’ve done a better job on the continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful historic property in downtown Rochester New Hampshire. I really enjoyed my stay and my room was super nice. My only complaint is that they have either rubber or plastic sheets to protect the mattress on the bed and that makes for a very hot and sweaty night. Did not sleep well for that reason, otherwise everything else was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Friendly staff, clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big room. Clean, comfy, short walk into center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
An historic house kept running with a limited budget. Congratulations on holding things together. A restaurant, but lim
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quaint inn close to venue
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast was inconsistent from one day to the next. But staff was friendly and the place was clean but in need of a bit repair here and there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique property and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025