Hotel Thaxter
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About this property
Centrally located hotel in Portsmouth with Japanese cuisine, concierge services, and individually decorated rooms.
Location
In the entertainment district, Hotel Thaxter is in Downtown, a neighborhood in Portsmouth with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prescott Park and Jenness State Beach, while The Music Hall and Seacoast Repertory Theatre are cultural highlights. Market Square and Kittery Premium Outlets are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Valet Parking
Housekeeping
Location
15 Middle Street, Downtown, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Room options
6
King Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
250 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxAccessible by Stairs
11
Double Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxAccessible by Stairs
8
Double Room with Extra Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
345 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
6
Deluxe Double Room with Bath
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
230 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
5
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
275 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxAccessible by Stairs
6
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
195 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingPrivate BathroomAccessible by Stairs
8
Standard Queen Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
190 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
8
Queen Room Disability Access
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
264 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
9
Superior Queen Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
200 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit BoxAccessible by Stairs
5
Deluxe King Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 4
190 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
4
Two-Bedroom Suite
Room details
1 Queen Bed
1 King Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 5
1200 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingKitchenAccessible by Stairs
4
King Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
1000 ft²
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4
Deluxe King Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
1000 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingKitchen
4
Superior King Room
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
190 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
8
Deluxe Double Room with Shower
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSafety Deposit Box
Guest reviews of Hotel Thaxter
9.4
Superb
Based on 198 verified reviews
What guests think
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Hotel Thaxter is a charming boutique stay in a historic building, praised for stylish, comfortable rooms, smooth self check-in via texts and codes, friendly staff, and thoughtful extras like lobby coffee, snacks, sparkling water, and heated bathroom floors.
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Hotel Thaxter is a charming boutique stay in a historic building, praised for stylish, comfortable rooms, smooth self check-in via texts and codes, friendly staff, and thoughtful extras like lobby coffee, snacks, sparkling water, and heated bathroom floors.
Guests consistently highlight the walkable location near shops, restaurants and the Music Hall. Drawbacks mentioned across reviews include limited or costly parking and occasional noise from the street or nearby operations; room sizes vary, and a few reports cite comfort or issue-resolution concerns. Expect a design-forward, low-fuss stay.
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Facilities
Boutique perks like lobby coffee, snacks and water, heated bathroom floors, and smooth self check-in earn praise. Parking is limited or valet-dependent and can be costly or confusing.
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10
Bryon
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was just what we wanted, centrally located. The check in /out procedure was very modern and convenient.
It was just what we wanted, centrally located. The check in /out procedure was very modern and convenient.
10
Melissa
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A great building and nicely appointed. Enjoyed the self-check in and self-check out process. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. We would definitely stay again.
A great building and nicely appointed. Enjoyed the self-check in and self-check out process. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. We would definitely stay again.
10
Gregory
Apr 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great boutique hotel option in the heart of historic Portsmouth. Staff is friendly and attentive. The spacious room (#15) was nicely furnished, with a comfortable king sized bed. Nespresso coffee and a tea pot in the room. A few more options in the lobby. Parking is an adventure is you don’t opt for valet—which isn’t available between 7 pm and 8 am. They provide maps of local lots. We will definitely book here next time!
Great boutique hotel option in the heart of historic Portsmouth. Staff is friendly and attentive. The spacious room (#15) was nicely furnished, with a comfortable king sized bed. Nespresso coffee and a tea pot in the room. A few more options in the lobby. Parking is an adventure is you don’t opt for valet—which isn’t available between 7 pm and 8 am. They provide maps of local lots. We will definitely book here next time!
10
George
Dec 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel in Portsmouth. Convenient self check-in and out. Parking options. Great Japanese restaurant. Good traveler info provided in advance.
Very nice hotel in Portsmouth. Convenient self check-in and out. Parking options. Great Japanese restaurant. Good traveler info provided in advance.
10
Robert
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Chris
Mar 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice small hotel - clean and neat excellent facilities. loved the heated bathroom floors However, No Parking or anywhere to unload without being on the street
Very nice small hotel - clean and neat excellent facilities. loved the heated bathroom floors However, No Parking or anywhere to unload without being on the street
10
Susan
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Nice restaurant connected to it. Nicely decorated boutique hotel. Heated bathroom floor, supplied drinking water. Area to get snacks and cold drinking water in lobby.
Great location. Nice restaurant connected to it. Nicely decorated boutique hotel. Heated bathroom floor, supplied drinking water. Area to get snacks and cold drinking water in lobby.
10
Lillian
Aug 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely charming boutique hotel with wonderful customer service. Easy check in, beautiful decor, fancy extras like snacks, Nespresso, and sparkling water.
Absolutely charming boutique hotel with wonderful customer service. Easy check in, beautiful decor, fancy extras like snacks, Nespresso, and sparkling water.
10
Jessica
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was very cool - our room was great. I appreciated the texts letting us know about parking and checking in with us during our stay. I liked the bottle of water in our room and close to get places to eat. Try the wilder if you like gin drinks. Bed was comfy and we both slept great. Wouldn’t know the hotel was sold out it was nice and quiet. Nespresso machine in lobby for am with to go cups.
Hotel was very cool - our room was great. I appreciated the texts letting us know about parking and checking in with us during our stay. I liked the bottle of water in our room and close to get places to eat. Try the wilder if you like gin drinks. Bed was comfy and we both slept great. Wouldn’t know the hotel was sold out it was nice and quiet. Nespresso machine in lobby for am with to go cups.
10
Frances
Feb 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I enjoyed my stay at Hotel Thaxter. I arrived a bit late on my check-in day, but the self-check-in process was seamless. The hotel is newly renovated. I loved the decor as well as the location. Close to everything!
I enjoyed my stay at Hotel Thaxter. I arrived a bit late on my check-in day, but the self-check-in process was seamless. The hotel is newly renovated. I loved the decor as well as the location. Close to everything!
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are consistently very clean and well maintained, with many noting immaculate bathrooms. Only occasional minor issues are mentioned.
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10
Kevin
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great room, clean, well appointed.
Great room, clean, well appointed.
10
nikolina
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
Great location! Friendly staff and room was immaculate
10
Jillian
Jan 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, quiet, and a great stay
Clean, quiet, and a great stay
8
Jacquelyn
Jan 14, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room very comfortable and clean
Room very comfortable and clean
10
Linda
Jun 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, comfortable and lovely room and hotel. Great location - easy walk to all that downtown Portsmouth has to offer.
Clean, comfortable and lovely room and hotel. Great location - easy walk to all that downtown Portsmouth has to offer.
10
Robert
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Louis
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check in check out, very quiet very clean
Easy check in check out, very quiet very clean
10
Lynnette
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Truly enjoyed our stay. The hotel is very welcoming. Super clean and the staff were amazing! We will definitely return.
Truly enjoyed our stay. The hotel is very welcoming. Super clean and the staff were amazing! We will definitely return.
8
Peter
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
lori
Aug 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Adorable quaint hotel minutes from everything. Staff was super friendly . Room was clean, beds were comfortable and so were the pillows. Would recommend . We stayed one night.
Adorable quaint hotel minutes from everything. Staff was super friendly . Room was clean, beds were comfortable and so were the pillows. Would recommend . We stayed one night.
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish, updated and generally comfortable, with thoughtful touches; some are spacious with high ceilings while others feel quite small. Several reviews report noise from the street or nearby operations and occasional bed or pillow comfort concerns.
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Brooks
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Thaxter Hotel was good (not great). We like the easy access and check-in/check-out process. The rooms are clean and quirky, bathrooms are nice but the bed was pretty uncomfortable. We picked this hotel based on its proximity to The Library restaurant which was literally right around the corner. No views from the rooms but we only stayed one night so it was no big deal. It is an easy walk to just about anything in Portsmouth (a great little town). I don't know that I would rush back to the Thaxter but it served its purpose for us. The coffee setup in the lobby was perfect and accessible 24 x 7. I would say overall our experience was good, not great! :)
The Thaxter Hotel was good (not great). We like the easy access and check-in/check-out process. The rooms are clean and quirky, bathrooms are nice but the bed was pretty uncomfortable. We picked this hotel based on its proximity to The Library restaurant which was literally right around the corner. No views from the rooms but we only stayed one night so it was no big deal. It is an easy walk to just about anything in Portsmouth (a great little town). I don't know that I would rush back to the Thaxter but it served its purpose for us. The coffee setup in the lobby was perfect and accessible 24 x 7. I would say overall our experience was good, not great! :)
10
Danielle
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was our first stop of our trip and Portsmouth is such a cute little New England town. Hotel Thaxer was a perfect palce to stay. Right near downtown and very walkable to local shops, resturants, and emtertainment. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was updated and very comfortable. Highly recommend.
This was our first stop of our trip and Portsmouth is such a cute little New England town. Hotel Thaxer was a perfect palce to stay. Right near downtown and very walkable to local shops, resturants, and emtertainment. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was updated and very comfortable. Highly recommend.
8
Robert
Feb 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in a great location, walkable downtown, However parking is very limited, the rooms are rather small think cruise ship small, and it is very loud. We were in room 10 and could hear everything outside and downstairs including the snow plow all night long.
Nice hotel in a great location, walkable downtown, However parking is very limited, the rooms are rather small think cruise ship small, and it is very loud. We were in room 10 and could hear everything outside and downstairs including the snow plow all night long.
4
Beverley
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
KATHLEEN
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is quaint and lovely. Rooms were big with high ceilings. Will definitely stay again!
The hotel is quaint and lovely. Rooms were big with high ceilings. Will definitely stay again!
10
Mary
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely loved this place! I would stay here again without hesitation! Great staff, very walkable and beautiful, clean rooms! We stayed in room 1 and loved it! Book it!
Absolutely loved this place! I would stay here again without hesitation! Great staff, very walkable and beautiful, clean rooms! We stayed in room 1 and loved it! Book it!
10
Robert
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
4
Bart
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nothing like the photos
Room was nothing like the photos
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Maria
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was great this hotel was so charming. Only problem is we kept hearing a door slamming right under our room all night long. I think the restaurant or kitchen was under us and it was bothersome to listen to that door slamming.
Our stay was great this hotel was so charming. Only problem is we kept hearing a door slamming right under our room all night long. I think the restaurant or kitchen was under us and it was bothersome to listen to that door slamming.
10
Jessica
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was very cool - our room was great. I appreciated the texts letting us know about parking and checking in with us during our stay. I liked the bottle of water in our room and close to get places to eat. Try the wilder if you like gin drinks. Bed was comfy and we both slept great. Wouldn’t know the hotel was sold out it was nice and quiet. Nespresso machine in lobby for am with to go cups.
Hotel was very cool - our room was great. I appreciated the texts letting us know about parking and checking in with us during our stay. I liked the bottle of water in our room and close to get places to eat. Try the wilder if you like gin drinks. Bed was comfy and we both slept great. Wouldn’t know the hotel was sold out it was nice and quiet. Nespresso machine in lobby for am with to go cups.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming and responsive via text, and check-in/out is easy. A few guests felt support was limited or issue resolution uneven.
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Melissa
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A great building and nicely appointed. Enjoyed the self-check in and self-check out process. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. We would definitely stay again.
A great building and nicely appointed. Enjoyed the self-check in and self-check out process. It was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. We would definitely stay again.
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Beverley
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
Kylie
May 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Excellent location to tons of dining and shopping in Portsmouth.
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Excellent location to tons of dining and shopping in Portsmouth.
10
Diana
Jun 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved this hotel so much! Beautifully decorated, lovely staff, perfect location, and lots of attention to detail. Great coffee in the lobby. Highly recommend!
Loved this hotel so much! Beautifully decorated, lovely staff, perfect location, and lots of attention to detail. Great coffee in the lobby. Highly recommend!
10
Robert
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Derek
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful staff and service.
Wonderful staff and service.
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Michael
Mar 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Was a perfect location to walk around downtown. we went to a show at the music hall and we could not have been any closer! We loved it. The staff was aces, super helpful and friendly! From check in to check out we could not have been happier!
Was a perfect location to walk around downtown. we went to a show at the music hall and we could not have been any closer! We loved it. The staff was aces, super helpful and friendly! From check in to check out we could not have been happier!
10
COLLEEN
Nov 18, 2024
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Good friendly communication with staff.
Good friendly communication with staff.
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Anita
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel Thaxter exceeded my expectations. The little extras in the room and throughout the hotel were a nice touch. Service was excellent! Would highly recommend and will stay again if I’m in the area!
Hotel Thaxter exceeded my expectations. The little extras in the room and throughout the hotel were a nice touch. Service was excellent! Would highly recommend and will stay again if I’m in the area!
10
Christine
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
Great location to walk to everything! Super friendly and helpful staff. Charming and well thought out services and amenities.
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Location
Repeatedly praised for a central, walkable position near shops, restaurants and the Music Hall, making Portsmouth easy to explore on foot. Some guests experienced late-night street noise.
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David
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for dinner and a show at the Music Hall.
Great location for dinner and a show at the Music Hall.
10
Dmitriy
Sep 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location
Great location
10
Peter
Aug 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel in historic downtown Portsmouth. Easy walk to everything in the City.
Wonderful hotel in historic downtown Portsmouth. Easy walk to everything in the City.
10
Theresa
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Great little hotel walkable to many shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
10
Beth
Apr 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel & rooms are lovely & very unique. Staff were all friendly & helpful. Hotel location is perfect for walking around town. We hope to return!
The hotel & rooms are lovely & very unique. Staff were all friendly & helpful. Hotel location is perfect for walking around town. We hope to return!
10
John E
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is right in the center of downtown Portsmouth and all the shopping dining and entertainment is close by. The hotel itself is charming and well maintained. Highly recommend.
This hotel is right in the center of downtown Portsmouth and all the shopping dining and entertainment is close by. The hotel itself is charming and well maintained. Highly recommend.
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Ashley
Feb 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location & walkable to shops and dining. Given the location, can be loud at night with people outside walking home from bars. Would stay again!
Great location & walkable to shops and dining. Given the location, can be loud at night with people outside walking home from bars. Would stay again!
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Jennifer
Oct 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very cool room in the perfect location.
Very cool room in the perfect location.
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Charlotte
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
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Lisa
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great little hotel in an adorable town. Comfortable beds, dreamy decor, easy in and out, great location where you can walk to restaurants and shops. The staff was so helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Great little hotel in an adorable town. Comfortable beds, dreamy decor, easy in and out, great location where you can walk to restaurants and shops. The staff was so helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
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Dining
The attached Japanese restaurant, Nichinan, is often praised for excellent food, drinks and service. Complimentary lobby coffee and light snacks are also appreciated.
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Matthew
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Posh little hotel in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, just a two-minute walk to the Music Hall and bars, restaurants, and shops off Market St. Gorgeous lobby/sitting area where you can chill with complimentary beverages, light snacks, and light reading. Or enjoy the art and decor, which are nice touches. High-end dining at Nichinan, within the hotel. Friendly staff. Great rooms. Modern style and vibe. And for less than the big-name hotel brands in town. Already looking forward to returning!
Posh little hotel in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, just a two-minute walk to the Music Hall and bars, restaurants, and shops off Market St. Gorgeous lobby/sitting area where you can chill with complimentary beverages, light snacks, and light reading. Or enjoy the art and decor, which are nice touches. High-end dining at Nichinan, within the hotel. Friendly staff. Great rooms. Modern style and vibe. And for less than the big-name hotel brands in town. Already looking forward to returning!
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Stephen
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great inn at a perfect spot, accessible to many downtown Portsmouth attractions. The on-site Japanese restaurant was a great bonus. We had a fabulous meal without having to leave the hotel!
Great inn at a perfect spot, accessible to many downtown Portsmouth attractions. The on-site Japanese restaurant was a great bonus. We had a fabulous meal without having to leave the hotel!
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Kevin
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Staff was extremely helpful, and quick to respond with any questions. We also enjoyed eating at the on-site restaurant.
Great location. Staff was extremely helpful, and quick to respond with any questions. We also enjoyed eating at the on-site restaurant.
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Robert
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Susan
Dec 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The on-site restaurant is terrific
The on-site restaurant is terrific
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Kathryn
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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!
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!
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Charlotte
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
Portsmouth is vibrant, Thaxter is a great place to stay. Charming and in a historic building. Great Japanese restaurant downstairs.
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Susan
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Nice restaurant connected to it. Nicely decorated boutique hotel. Heated bathroom floor, supplied drinking water. Area to get snacks and cold drinking water in lobby.
Great location. Nice restaurant connected to it. Nicely decorated boutique hotel. Heated bathroom floor, supplied drinking water. Area to get snacks and cold drinking water in lobby.
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Sarah
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous boutique hotel in a nice walkable area with shops and dining. Excellent service. The restaurant in the hotel, Nichinan, was exceptional.
Gorgeous boutique hotel in a nice walkable area with shops and dining. Excellent service. The restaurant in the hotel, Nichinan, was exceptional.
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Kristine
Dec 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, highly recommend! We also ate at the attached Japanese restaurant Nichinan. Great food, great service, great drinks, we were glad we went.
Great stay, highly recommend! We also ate at the attached Japanese restaurant Nichinan. Great food, great service, great drinks, we were glad we went.
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Patrick
5 days ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed the penthouse suite overlooking the city. Gave my wife and me plenty of room for a weekend anniversary getaway. Would recommend.
Really enjoyed the penthouse suite overlooking the city. Gave my wife and me plenty of room for a weekend anniversary getaway. Would recommend.
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Amy
last week
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Stayed 1 night
The room was super cute, and the bed was very comfortable (which means a lot since I'm very picky). Loved that they offered valet parking for $40 a night. It was within walking distance of everything; wish we stayed longer!
The room was super cute, and the bed was very comfortable (which means a lot since I'm very picky). Loved that they offered valet parking for $40 a night. It was within walking distance of everything; wish we stayed longer!
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Max
Aug 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great B&B in the heart of Portsmouth! Beyond quaint, with an amazing Japanese restaurant onsite and walking distance to every major attraction downtown and near the water.
Great B&B in the heart of Portsmouth! Beyond quaint, with an amazing Japanese restaurant onsite and walking distance to every major attraction downtown and near the water.
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Julie
Jul 29, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved this hotel! Great location with nice staff. Super comfortable with a European vibe. I’ll be back!
Loved this hotel! Great location with nice staff. Super comfortable with a European vibe. I’ll be back!
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Daniel
Jul 16, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
No fridge or microwave in the rooms. Ventilation in bathroom didn't work. The heated floors were a nice touch and the flowers on the door were adorable. Really bummed that the restaurant closes so early, couldn't try since we were exploring the city. Proximity is great for walking around and visiting the city. TV was difficult to use and wished we were able to walk out to balcony to see the "view".
No fridge or microwave in the rooms. Ventilation in bathroom didn't work. The heated floors were a nice touch and the flowers on the door were adorable. Really bummed that the restaurant closes so early, couldn't try since we were exploring the city. Proximity is great for walking around and visiting the city. TV was difficult to use and wished we were able to walk out to balcony to see the "view".
FAQs about Hotel Thaxter
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available on-site and is valet parking. However, it is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 16:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including features for registration desk and public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Downtown Portsmouth, close to Prescott Park, Jenness State Beach, The Music Hall, and Market Square.
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Check-in time starts at16:00Check-out time ends at11:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
CheckIn Restrictions
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability); Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability);
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 21 years old
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available; 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. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; Rollaway bed fee: USD 55 per night; No cribs (infant beds) available
Dining
Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Nichinan, a sushi bar which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
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