See all properties

Hotel Thaxter

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near The Music Hall

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Hotel Thaxter

Reception
Room 4 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Deluxe Penthouse | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker
Reception

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

View in a map
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.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room 5 - Verse

Room 5 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 5 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 2 - Couplet

Room 2 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 2 - Couplet

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

View all photos for Room 1 - Ballad

Room 1 - Ballad | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 1 - Ballad

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room 11 - Haiku

Room 11 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 11 - Haiku

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

View all photos for Room 12 - Sonnet

Room 12 - Sonnet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 12 - Sonnet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room 6 - Verse

Room 6 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 6 - Verse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 7 - Verse

Room 7 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 7 - Verse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 8 - Verse

Room 8 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 8 - Verse

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 9 - Verse

Room 9 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 9 - Verse

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 10 - Verse

Room 10 - Verse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 10 - Verse

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 13 - Haiku

Room 13 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 13 - Haiku

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

View all photos for Room 14 - Haiku

Room 14 - Haiku | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 14 - Haiku

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 3 - Couplet

Room 3 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 3 - Couplet

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

View all photos for Room 4 - Couplet

Room 4 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 4 - Couplet

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room 15 - Couplet

Room 15 - Couplet | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room 15 - Couplet

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

View all photos for Deluxe Penthouse

Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Deluxe Penthouse

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Penthouse

Deluxe Penthouse | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Deluxe Penthouse

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Penthouse

Superior Penthouse | Private kitchen | Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker

Superior Penthouse

  • 1200 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

Downtown
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 46 reviews
$118 nightly
The price is $128
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites By Hilton Portsmouth Downtown

About the neighborhood

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

  • Discover Portsmouth - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Market Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Music Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seacoast Repertory Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strawbery Banke Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

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 Works Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wilder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gilley's PM Lunch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Goat - ‬1 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 MP3 docking stations and espresso makers. 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. Business-friendly amenities include printers and safes. 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.

Similar properties

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
The Sailmaker's House
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Game room
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 370 reviews
$140 nightly
The price is $152
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Sailmaker's House

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 self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

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 self parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • 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.

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 Hampton Beach Casino (22-min drive) and Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) are 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. Self parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

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

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 238 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and comfortable room. A little tight by US standards, but more than compensated by quality and comfort of bedding and linens. Bathroom was immaculate and featured a lovely heated floor. The staff was authentically attentive and friendly. The onsite restaurant, Nichinan, had superb cocktails; you’ll need to peruse other reviews for clues about the food. The location is excellent- just a few steps away from the super-cute, bustling and varied commercial and entertainment options of downtown Portsmouth. Cheap public parking garages are just a few blocks away, but we recommend the valet parking service, which is worth the premium to avoid trundling suitcases through the busy downtown sidewalks. We will definitely choose the Thaxter again the next time we visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I can’t comment on the staff because their check-in just requires you to use your phone number to access the building and your room but the hotel was excellent. The rooms have no outside noise so if you’re a light sleeper, it’s the perfect spot. I got into Portsmouth long before my check-in time so I parked in a nearby garage which ended up costing the same amount that the hotel charges ($40/nt). You’re a block away from all the shops and restaurants and a short walk to Badger’s Island in Maine where you can get drinks and/or a bite to eat and a short walk to the town hall where they had a nice little farmers market Saturday morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay at Hotel Thaxter

Very nice boutique type hotel. Great location. Walked right into town from there. Loved the lobby and free coffee & snacks offered. Room was comfortable with beautiful bathroom. I would suggest they install a grab bar in each shower because it can be slippery and there is absolutely nothing to hold on to. Someone could easily hurt themselves. I also thought it strange that no staff were on premises after 8pm. We were advised we needed to be back to hotel by then to have our car parked so that might be an issue for some guests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom should have had a toilet scrubber!! For "sticky poop," I the guest had to reach into the toilet bowl bare-hsnded to clean it! Then, of course, I washed my hands in the nearby sink. But, really! I was a guest and a handy scrubber would have eliminated that sort of chore.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I liked this property, but felt it was expensive for the stay and locale.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! From the staff to the decor, we were impressed with Hotel Thaxter. It is so charming and a wonderful alternative to a more commercial hotel. It felt like we were staying in someone’s home, without paying the fees of a vacation rental.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Fine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Beverley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Poor Sleep, Downgraded Room, Disappointing!!!

We arrived at the Thaxster Hotel at 1 AM. Check-in was easy, and communication before arrival was good. Unfortunately, once in the room, we noticed a loud noise, which I initially thought was the air conditioning. After turning it off, I realised it was coming from outside, likely a kitchen extractor or similar unit running nonstop. I reported it to reception the next morning and was told the issue would be resolved. Later that day, they said it had been fixed, but when we returned, they admitted it hadn't and that the noise would continue through our stay. Earplugs were offered (which I used on the second night after poor sleep the first). We were promised a room change for night three. We were moved, but to a downgraded room without the amenities we paid extra for, no kitchen area, robes, or coffee machine. I asked for a refund of the price difference and was told we weren’t entitled to one because we booked through Hotels.com. Had we booked direct, it would’ve been different. It felt like we were being treated unfairly based on how we booked. We lost two nights of sleep and had to accept a downgraded room for the rest of our stay. Staff were polite, but we didn’t feel truly supported. The hotel was nice, and check-in was smooth, but they failed to provide the basic service expected—a quiet, restful night’s sleep. We won’t be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUMOKE

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quaint and lovely. Rooms were big with high ceilings. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Miyoung

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful boutique hotel!

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The interior design is perfection. Location is ideal with short walks to amazing shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible- so kind and helpful and available 24-7. The hotel is immaculate. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025