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Highest-rated hotelHoliday Inn Portsmouth by IHG – 5
Cheapest month to bookMarch
Average 4-star hotel priceC$245 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

In Portsmouth, book a hotel to fit your style and make the most of your time in the city. Here are some of our picks the best hotels, from luxury to modest.

Best time to visit Portsmouth

Portsmouth is an interesting place to visit, but while planning for your vacation, be sure to take into account what you're looking for (or hoping to avoid) in terms of things like weather and price. Low and high season in Portsmouth

Busiest month(s): Portsmouth experiences its peak season in August, resulting in average nightly rates of $327. Those planning to travel during this period should be prepared for increased costs compared to the slower times of year, when average nightly prices dip to $277.

Quietest month(s): The cheapest month to travel is July, when the average price per night is $277, which will save you more money than the busy season.

With less annual rainfall, Portsmouth is a great place to visit if you like drier weather.

To escape the rainy season, plan your trip to Portsmouth in August.

The most expensive month in Portsmouth is August, when you can expect to spend around $327 on hotels. Weekend rates usually increase, averaging around $372 per night throughout the year, and Saturday bookings cost the most at the best hotels in Portsmouth. You'll find savings on Wednesday, which is the cheapest day of the week to reserve a room on average.

Where to stay in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

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Popular hotels in Portsmouth

These are some of the other top-rated Portsmouth hotels you can stay at:

The Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown is a great hotel to stay at, with its 3-star rating and range of amenities. This hotel provides an excellent stay in the middle of Portsmouth, and you can enjoy the hotel's pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.

If you're looking for a combination of comfort and affordability, choose the Port Inn And Suites Portsmouth, Ascend Hotel Collection. Its 3-star rating ensures exceptional value, and you can enjoy a range of amenities like the restaurant, fitness center, indoor pool, and free Wi-Fi.

Rated as a 3-star hotel, the Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth blends comfort with modern amenities including a free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool and free parking.

The Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown is a 3-star hotel that has a lot to offer. You can take advantage of the amenities provided, such as a pool, Fitness center, free breakfast, and free parking.

With a modern and comfortable design, the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel is a 4-star hotel that provides free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool, and free parking.

Things to do in Portsmouth

Many Portsmouth sites take you right to the city center, like the Portsmouth Historical Society. If you love food, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Surf Portsmouth, Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe, The Friendly Toast, The River House Restaurant, and Portsmouth Brewery.

Finding cheap hotels in Portsmouth: FAQs

In Portsmouth, the expected average temperature in February is -3°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 24°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is October, and the driest month is August.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Portsmouth with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is C$88 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for C$103 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is C$208 per night, and the average price on weekends is C$223. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Portsmouth could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Portsmouth is Portsmouth Airport (PSM), which is 4.8km from the city center.

Other airports include:

Manchester Airport, which is 57.0km from the city center.
Portland Airport, which is 73.7km from the city center.
Boston Logan International Airport, which is 81.1km from the city center.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Portsmouth, and the most expensive day seems to be Saturday.
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Portsmouth is currently around C$230 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is C$88 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Portsmouth is currently around C$239 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is C$192 per night.
If you're hitting up Portsmouth with kids in tow, try Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown, Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central, and Anchorage Inn and Suites.