Downtown Dover Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Dover

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Business center
2 Double Bed Efficiency Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Breakfast area
Reception
Indoor pool

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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481 Central Ave, Dover, NH, 03820
  • Place, Henry Law Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Children's Museum of New Hampshire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodman Institute
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

1 Double Bed Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

1 King Bed Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

2 Double Bed Efficiency Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

2 Double Bed Efficiency Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Dover

City center stay.Your stay at this Dover hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Henry Law Park and The Children's Museum of New Hampshire. Woodman Institute and Dover Bowl Family Fun Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Henry Law Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Children's Museum of New Hampshire - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Woodman Institute - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hampton Beach - 29 min drive - 27.3 miles
  • Ogunquit Beach - 33 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Transportation Center - 6 min walk
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪OTTO Dover - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Breakaway Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garrison City Beerworks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Farm Bar and Grille - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Downtown Dover Inn

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Dover
Downtown Dover Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and local meal delivery service. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Downtown Dover Inn offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Dover hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and computer monitors, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Downtown Dover Inn Hotel
Downtown Dover Inn Dover
Downtown Dover Inn Hotel Dover

Frequently asked questions

How close is Downtown Dover Inn to the airport?

Downtown Dover Inn is 10.2 mi (19-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 Downtown Dover Inn?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Dover Inn on Dec 20, 2025 start from $89.0, 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 Downtown Dover Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Downtown Dover Inn.

Does Downtown Dover Inn offer free breakfast?

Downtown Dover Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Downtown Dover Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Downtown Dover Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Downtown Dover Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Downtown Dover Inn have a pool?

Downtown Dover Inn features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Downtown Dover Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Downtown Dover Inn to downtown Dover?

Downtown Dover Inn is 0.1 mi away from Dover.

Reviews

Downtown Dover Inn Reviews

6.0

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 85 out of 306 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean good customer service the only down side kids hanging outside till late hard to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here

Tv remote not working, no chain lock on door did not feel safe, it’s basically like a homeless shelter, people doing drigs in parking lots teens walking around barefoot, staff on personal phone by pool. Did not try pool because vibe was weird seemed clean enough but like the soaps and lotions were small disposable type but had not been changed out they weee used.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
There’s a sign at the counter indicating that there’s breakfast starting at 7 AM and it also states online but there is no breakfast offering. When you stood in the shower, the water would rise around your ankles. The walls are thin beds are reasonably comfortable and it was good for late arrival and early departure but overall a pretty mediocre place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms were not in the best condition. Renovation needed. But the location was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1. cafeteria was small and not so organized/clean, needed a tending to by employee, most hotels have someone there in the room full time, cleaning, organizing, stocking etc., this one did not. 2. room seemed tired, the bathroom had marks on the wall from someone's wheel chair tires in the drywall. Fixtures looked new and the tile, but not sure if the work is "in process" or underfunded. 3. many guests smoke right outside the rooms, so you had to walk through the smoke. 4. our A/C was missing the grill inside. 5. walls in the room had dirt above the bedframe, weird, and an odd odor when you walk in. Disappointed for sure, pictures look better than the actual hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISHNATH

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

6/10 Okay

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, run down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brenna

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No privacy.

Memory foam bed was extremely uncomfortable, pool was out of service for maintenance, room had a mirror angled towards a window with no privacy shade. Had request a new room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I give it 5 stars for the price. It had exactly what we needed which was 2 comfy beds, hot shower, and quiet. We stayed in side by the pool which was closed for maintenance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorean

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool wasn't working. Breakfast was cold cereal, bagels w/ no cream cheese or toast. You have to ASK for orange juice. I asked for towels never got them. Never came to clean our room. Keurig didn't work. Floors were FILTHY. Pic below.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

underwhelming

Huge turnoff, rug was worn, stained and smelly. Large, cracked mirror. Overall, room was sub-par. Plus side, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

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

Reasonable Stay

The staff was excellent. We checked in super late and they were very accommodating. We were disappointed that the pool was closed. The room was reasonably comfortable, but the dog in the room next door barking at the kid knocking at 2am was annoying (not in their control though).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn't filthy but I certainly wouldn't call it clean. Broken mirror in the bathroom, didn't smell great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don’t do it. Only lasted 30 mins before checking out and finding a safer place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Enrique, Stamford

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beware pictures do not tell true condition of inn
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Good basic lodging. The pool was closed and when it reopened the
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

⭐️⭐️

Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs more variety for breakfast. Bed was very comfortable. Everything was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gayle

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt the room we stayed in was just okay. The bed was comfortable and the bedding was clean and fresh. The water was hot and the pressure was good. The towels were white and fairly new. However, the rug was very dirty, the toilet was loose, and the walls were scratched up and in need of paint. The balcony area and stairs were not kept up well. Lots of cigarette butts. The dining area was not satisfactory. The area was not air conditioned, the food was limited (the staff said they were in short supply), the windows and the glass on the doors were filthy. The young man working was on his phone and did not seem to see that a little effort on his part could have greatly improved the situation. We did not swim, but the pool looked fine. The kids swimming seemed to be enjoying it. This place could have been much better than it was. It is too bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025