HAMPTON INN PORTSMOUTH CENTRAL - Portsmouth NH 131 DOW AVENUE 03801

131 Dow Ave., Portsmouth, NH 03801 United States

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near Exit 7 (16) on I-95 (~1.1mi)

Near Red Hook Brewery

8.8

Very Good

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

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The Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central offers a variety of amenities including parking, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a restaurant, a spa, WiFi/Internet, pet-friendly accommodations, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, a 24/7 front desk, a business center, a spa tub, meeting rooms, and an electric car charging station.

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Free WiFi

Free buffet breakfast

Parking (limited spaces)

Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

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Reviews

"Very clean staff professional and polite"

Excellent

Linda G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 27 to Mon Sep 28 2026 at a $144.12 average nightly rate.

"Excellent Hotel away from the mainstream"

We really enjoyed our stay at Hampton Inn Central in Portsmouth, NH. The staff was very friendly and efficient. The rooms were nice and clean. The included breakfast was tasty and a plus was the change in menu on our 3rd day. The breakfast was well stocked and the dining room was nice.

Lynn H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 04 to Mon Sep 07 2026 at a $171.00 average nightly rate.

"Great"

Great

Michelle A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 08 to Thu Jul 09 2026 at a $242.13 average nightly rate.

"We enjoyed the stay and area"

5th floor room bathroom was better because we are petite and the sink was lower. We had a good rest.

Susan B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 27 to Sun Jun 28 2026 at a $257.99 average nightly rate.

"Excellent Stay"

We spent two nights recently here and found it to be as excellent as usual. Check in was a breeze, Lori Ann was terrific and made our stay even better. The room was clean and quiet, no problems there. Overall we never hesitate to stay here when in the area.

Cathy C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 16 to Thu Jun 18 2026 at a $181.18 average nightly rate.

"Very nice"

Clean

Linda B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Nov 14 to Sat Nov 15 2025 at a $143.20 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Portsmouth, Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central is in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Portsmouth Harbor Trail and Market Square. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from The Music Hall and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Strawbery Banke Museum.

Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 125 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Red Hook Brewery - 0.5 mi
Albacore Museum - 1.3 mi
USS Albacore - 1.5 mi
George Rodgers House - 1.5 mi
Jackson House Museum - 1.5 mi
Pease International Tradeport Airport (PSM) - 1.7 mi
Portsmouth Regional Hospital - 1.7 mi
Heart and Lung Center - 1.7 mi
John Paul Jones House Museum - 1.9 mi
Colonial Dames House - 2.0 mi
Music Hall - 2.0 mi
African Burying Ground - 2.0 mi
Portsmouth Brewery - 2.0 mi
Governor John Langdon House Museum - 2.1 mi
Warner House Assn - 2.2 mi
Strawbery Banke Museum - 2.2 mi
Portsmouth Children's Museum - 2.4 mi
Wentworth Gardner and Tobias Lear Houses - 2.4 mi
Kittery - 3.0 mi
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard - 3.1 mi
Wentworth Coolidge Historic - 3.3 mi
University of New Hampshire - 7.5 mi
Seabrook Nuclear Station - 14.2 mi
Pettengill Farm - 18.0 mi
John Greenleaf Whittier Homestead and Museum - 22.8 mi
Landing School of Boatbuilding - 25.0 mi

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Welcome to the Hampton Inn Portsmouth! The Hampton Inn Portsmouth is your personal gateway to New Hampshire and the Seacoast. We provide you with all the conveniences, amenities and service that you have come to expect from Hampton Inn. The Hampton Inn Portsmouth is your ideal choice for overnight lodging no matter what time of year your travels bring you to Portsmouth. We back up our commitment to quality service with the infamous 100% Hampton Guarantee. Whether you are traveling for leisure or business purposes you can always expect to feel right at home with free high-speed Internet, complimentary daily hot breakfast buffet relax knowing that your satisfaction is our guarantee! Enjoy our nightly Managers Reception Mon - Fri from 4:30 - 6:30 PM featuring complimentary locally brewed Beer, Wine and Appetizer Our indoor pool, on site fitness center, wireless Internet, and personal friendly service are sure to help you unwind at the end of your day. The hotel offers free shuttle service up to a 5 mile radius to many of Portsmouth's finest attractions such as the Isle of Shoals, Prescott Park, Redhook Brewery, Seacoast Science Center, Strawbery Banke Museum, USS Albacore, Water Country as well as boating on the Piscataqua River, Shopping in Kittery, Maine at the Outlet Mall, and many other points of interest. Business travelers will appreciate the hotel's location across the street from the Pease International Trade Port. We'll happily provide shuttle service to any of the more than 180 business in the 3000+ acre complex. In addition to the Trade Port businesses, the hotel is near the airport (Pease International), several golf courses, and many other local businesses including Liberty Mutual, Irving Oil, Lonza, and the NH Air National Guard. Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter the Hampton Inn Portsmouth is your best choice for overnight lodging accommodations. The hotel is conveniently located six blocks off Exit 7 from Intertstate-95 and 1 mile from downtown the hotel is centrally located. The Hampton Inn Portsmouth is a Hilton family member which gives every guest guaranteed satisfaction and free points and miles with every stay.

Local Attractions

Beaches Wallis Sands State Beach - 8 miles from the Hampton Inn. This beach has changing facilities and snack bar. Family friendly! Newcastle Beach - 5 miles from the Hampton Inn. Limited restroom facility - kid and family friendly! Longsands Beach - York, ME. 12 miles from the hampton Inn - large waves and family friendly! Lighthouses Portsmouth Harbor Light - overlooks the entrance to Portsmouth Harbor The Nubble - cape Neddick Lighthouse - picturesque and accessible Whaleback Light - fifty-foot high and situated at the entrance to the harbor in the middle of the Piscataqua River Recreational Water Country - New England's largest water park Strawberry Banke Museum - historic illustrations of four centuries of New England life with working artisans Prescott Park - Portsmouth's waterfront park beautiful gardens and art festivals in the summer USS Albacore Museum and Park - built in Portsmouth this is the prototype for modern submarines converted to a museum Lee USA Speedway- NAS

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2017

Floors: 5

Rooms: 125

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 125

Handicap Rooms: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: As Needed

Meeting Rooms: 0

Dist. to Food/Bars: 1.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: Giri Hotels

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 9.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: There will be a cancellation fee of One night's room rate for any cancellation inside of 48 hours prior to arrival.

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Car required
Casino nearby
Check In: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Daily
Designated smoking areas
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Dog exercise area
Elevator
Express check-in
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free reception
Free self parking
Gift shops or newsstand
Golfing nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Internet access - wireless
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Multilingual staff
Number of hot tubs - 1
Number of indoor pools - 1
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Outdoor furniture
Parking (limited spaces)
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Picnic area
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shared microwave
Stair-free path to entrance
Television in common areas
Water dispenser
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

*Pease Air National Guard Base (2 miles), Manchester Airport (48 miles), General Edward Lawrence Logan Intl Airport (56 miles)

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Hot Breakfast Buffet featuring Eggs, sausage or bacon. Make your own Belgian Waffles, Fresh Fruit, Bagels and pastries

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pet Friendly hotel. $75 for 1-3 nights and $125 for 4-28 nights. Non-Refundable pet fee.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Parking Info

Free Parking. Bus and truck parking available

Internet / WiFi

Free WIFI, Premium Upgrade available

Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines CleanStay (Hilton)

Essential workers only - NO

All US locations offer coffee & tea in the lobby at no cost

Free Hot Breakfast serving fresh-baked waffles and oatmeal with toppings

Offer 'On the Run' breakfast bags during the week if you're in a hurry

Free daily newspaper on weekdays

The Hampton Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Colby's Breakfast & Lunch - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy diner. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Friendly Toast - Indulge in creative comfort food and delicious milkshakes. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Black Trumpet Bistro - Enjoy a fine dining experience with a Mediterranean-inspired menu. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Strawbery Banke Museum - Explore the living history museum showcasing 400 years of American history. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Popovers on the Square - Enjoy freshly baked pastries and breakfast classics in a charming setting. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Portsmouth Brewery - Savor craft beers and delicious pub fare at this local brewery. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Moxy - Experience modern American cuisine with a creative twist. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Activity Isles of Shoals Steamship Company - Embark on a scenic cruise to the beautiful Isles of Shoals. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Ceres Bakery - Start your day with freshly baked breads, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The District - Enjoy a variety of gourmet sandwiches and salads at this trendy eatery. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Ristorante Massimo - Delight in authentic Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Located 1.3 miles from the hotel.

Activity Prescott Park - Relax in the beautiful waterfront park featuring gardens, live performances, and scenic views. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central have?

There are 125 rooms in the property.

What kind of breakfast is at Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central?

Hot Breakfast Buffet featuring Eggs, sausage or bacon. Make your own Belgian Waffles, Fresh Fruit, Bagels and pastries

What parking is available at Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central?

Free Parking. Bus and truck parking available

How much does internet cost?

Free WIFI, Premium Upgrade available

Is there a gym at Hampton Inn Portsmouth Central?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.