9.4

166 reviews

Hotel Thaxter

Hotel Thaxter

15 Middle Street , Portsmouth, 03801, New Hampshire, United States

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+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

Hotel Thaxter

Welcome to Hotel Thaxter, your chic sanctuary nestled in the heart of Portsmouth, New Hampshire! Just a hop, skip, and a jump from the vibrant city center—only 0.2mi away—our hotel provides the perfect launching pad for exploring all the local attractions. Whether you're strolling along the picturesque waterfront or indulging in some café culture nearby, you’ll love everything this beautiful coastal city has to offer.

Kick back in one of our dazzling soundproof rooms, designed with your comfort in mind. Each room boasts air conditioning to keep you cool and includes free Wi-Fi for all your streaming cravings—Netflix and chill, anyone? Make a splash in our fabulous restaurant or sip a cocktail at our bar while enjoying the adults-only atmosphere. Don't forget about the extra touches; our rooms come fully equipped with free toiletries, a relaxing bathtub, and room service for those days when you just want to unwind in style.

Starting at just $275, your stay at Hotel Thaxter is not only luxurious but also offers incredible value! Our guests rave about the cozy ambiance and the seamless blend of modern comfort and old-world charm. With additional amenities like private parking (at an extra charge) and wheelchair accessibility, we cater to all types of travelers. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable escape at Hotel Thaxter—where adventure meets relaxation!

At Hotel Thaxter, dining becomes an unforgettable experience at our on-site restaurant, Nichinan. With its modern and romantic ambiance, Nichinan invites you to embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Japan. Imagine savoring a beautifully plated nigiri or a comforting bowl of ramen, all while soaking in the chic décor and intimate setting. This is the perfect spot for a cozy dinner date or a celebratory meal with friends—be sure to sip on one of our expertly crafted cocktails to really elevate your dining experience!

Beyond sumptuous meals, our hotel plays host to a world of fun and leisure. Step out and explore the charming streets of Portsmouth, where boutique shops and local artisans beckon you to discover unique souvenirs. Take in the coastal charm as you wander through the historic districts, or embark on a thrilling adventure with whale watching tours or scenic boat rides—there's no shortage of excitement here! And let's not forget the nearby array of art galleries that celebrate the city’s rich artistic culture, perfect for art lovers looking to enhance their experience.

Wrap up your days at Hotel Thaxter with the ultimate in relaxation, whether that's enjoying a movie night in your soundproof oasis or exploring the vibrant nightlife Portsmouth has to offer. With wonderful activities and warm, welcoming staff, you can create memories that linger long after your stay. From cultural enrichment to gastronomic delights, leave the routine behind and plunge into the vibrant charm of Portsmouth—all from the comfort of your stylish home away from home at Hotel Thaxter!

Closest airports

Portsmouth International Airport at Pease

3.2mi

Manchester Airport

35.7mi

Portland International Jetport

45.6mi

Lawrence G. Hanscom Field

49.7mi

Logan International Airport

50.8mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Double Room in Hotel Thaxter

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

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Experience comfort and luxury in our Double Room, a spacious 215 sqft haven for 2 adults featuring a Queen size bed, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and plenty of essential amenities to make your stay enjoyable.

Deluxe King Room in Hotel Thaxter

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Deluxe

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

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Stay in our Deluxe King Room, boasting a spacious 344 sqft of comfort and luxury. With a king size bed, sofa bed, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and even air purifiers, we have everything you need for a relaxing and rejuvenating stay.

Standard Queen Room in Hotel Thaxter

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Queen Room

2 Queen Size Beds

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

x4

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Experience comfort and convenience in our Standard Queen Room, a spacious and smoke-free double room with two queen size beds, private bathroom, and a range of amenities including a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Sleep soundly in our hypoallergenic beds and enjoy the streaming services while having the peace of mind with our safety features such as carbon monoxide detectors and a laptop size safe.

Queen Room - Disability Access in Hotel Thaxter

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Queen Room, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

x4

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Experience comfort and convenience in our spacious Queen Room - Disability Access. This wheelchair accessible room boasts two comfortable Queen beds, a private bathroom, a coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV to ensure a relaxing stay for up to 4 adults.

Queen Room with Garden View in Hotel Thaxter

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Queen Room, Garden View

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

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Indulge in our Queen Room with Garden View, boasting a spacious 194 sqft of delightful comfort with a plush Queen size bed. Wake up to the serene beauty of the garden while enjoying modern amenities like a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning.

Superior King Room in Hotel Thaxter

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Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

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Indulge in the comfort of our spacious Superior King Room, featuring a private bathroom, a cozy sitting area, and a flat-screen TV with streaming services like Netflix. With its modern amenities and elegant design, this room is the perfect retreat for two adults looking for a relaxing stay.

Superior Queen Room in Hotel Thaxter

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Superior, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

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Indulge in a cozy and luxurious stay in our Superior Queen Room, offering a spacious 205 sqft of elegant comfort. Enjoy a relaxing night's sleep on a queen size bed, and take advantage of amenities such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

King Room in Hotel Thaxter

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

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Experience a luxurious stay in our King Room, a spacious and stylish retreat spanning 248 sqft. Enjoy a comfortable night's sleep on a plush king size bed, while indulging in amenities like a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning for a truly relaxing getaway.

Double Room with Private Bathroom in Hotel Thaxter

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

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Experience ultimate comfort in our Double Room with a spacious private bathroom, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and hypoallergenic amenities. Unwind in style and enjoy a relaxing stay in our queen size bed, while being surrounded by modern features like air purifiers and a streaming service for your entertainment.

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Guest reviews

9.4

166 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Stratford

9.1

November 2024

This is a truly 'boutique' hotel, beautifully furnished and decorated. Room and bathroom very clean and comfortable. Good coffee and healthy snacks available downstairs day and night. No need for keys or plastic keycard, you just use a code to get into the hotel out of hours and into your room. Great location in central Portsmouth, which is a lovely working port with river views, history, shops, bars and restaurants. It's opposite the Portsmouth Museum which is well worth a visit. Next door is Jumping Jays which does 'shuck a buck' (British translation = one oyster for a dollar!) on Tuesdays, great fish restaurant. There is a very good Japanese restaurant attached to this hotel (dinner only) which we didn't try but my sister rates it highly.

Well, there's no onsite parking because this is a restored old building in central Portsmouth. We didn't mind as we left the car at my brothers and only needed a hotel for one night. You can drop your bags off outside but then have to use their offsite parking service at $40 a night, a bit pricey if you were there several nights. If you know Portsmouth and don't mind a bit of a walk, there are streets further out where you could leave your car for free, but for convenience I guess many would use their parking service.

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Becky

8.2

January 2025

I loved the special touches that seemed like a little extra care was put into the room like the white noise machine and the lighted magnifying mirror in the bathroom. I also loved being able to control the temperature- the directions were easy to follow.

The fan / heater made a repetitive noise that drove me ABSOLUTELY bonkers while I was trying to sleep. I had to wear earplugs. Also, the directions for the TV need to be updated. I was not able to figure out how to watch anything, and when I did finally find a menu it was in Spanish, so that didn’t help.

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Renee

8.2

August 2024

Relatively new hotel Nice decor Nice bathroom Location close to town Blanket at foot of bed Water in glass carafe Black makeup face towels

Price was high for value $320 for a king No coffee. Only espresso machines that were much too bitter No fan or window in bathroom; steamy Thermostat was wonky. Off by 2 degrees and caused warm night one night, and cold night the next No closet or place to put large open suitcase. There is a hanging fixture but small Bruised leg by hitting on corner of wood bed frame

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Thomas

10

April 2024

1. Great location near center of Portsmouth: walk everywhere. 2. Beautifully decorated and furnished. Welcoming reception area with free snacks, espresso machine and filtered water dispenser. 3. Very comfortable rooms with range of sizes. Ours was smaller as we were only staying one night and visiting with friends nearby. Great bathroom and amenities. 4. Easy self check in, though staff on site for much of day. 5. Quiet. Would absolutely stay here again.

No criticisms. It's a good value (cost versus quality).

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Jamie

9.1

April 2024

Room 4 was beautiful and very clean. Location was superb.

That the room had zero airflow. The air was very still and dence. Even when turning room temp to 63, it still wasn't blowing air. Felt a little like being trapped in an elevator with no air. It didn't appear that the fan for the bathroom worked. There was no sound from it, and when showering the entire bathroom became saturated in steam.

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Christopher

10

September 2024

Very quaint transformation of an old church. Great staff, incredibly helpful all around great find

Two minor things. 1) front steps to lobby are difficult with heavy luggage, particularly when you don’t accept staff’s eager offer of help. 2) bathroom lights are not quite bright enough for makeup application, so I’m told.

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Danielle

8.2

February 2024

Absolutely beautiful aesthetic! So clean and accommodating. Staff was friendly and kind. The connecting restaurant was absolutely AMAZING. A truly wonderful experience.

The sound unfortunately, our absolutely beautiful room was right over the dumpsters so it was very loud at 5 am. It is downtown Portsmouth so it’s so be expected, even with that I’d stay again sound and all.

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Shaun

10

June 2024

Really nice rooms. Great location and very friendly and helpful staff.

Nothing really. There is no onsite parking but they make that very clear to you in advance and explain all the options equally as clearly. We had free parking about 5-10 mins walk from the hotel but if you have mobility issues then there are closer paid options

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Rachel

10

September 2023

The property was fantastic, we loved the decor and the design of the rooms. The heated floor in the bathroom was a nice touch to the large shower. The location was excellent, we could walk around the corner to 10 different restaurants and they also have reserved parking you can pay for so you can leave your car and forget about having to worry about meters, etc.

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Deborah

9.1

August 2024

Our room was spacious, beautifully decorated, comfortable seating, easy to use coffee maker.having a good restaurant in the hotel was a bonus.

Parking situation. However I learned when you use booking.com, you maybnot get all the relevant information. Hotel was accommodating on parking issue.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Thaxter

Airports

Portsmouth International Airport at Pease

3.2mi

Manchester Airport

35.7mi

Portland International Jetport

45.6mi

Lawrence G. Hanscom Field

49.7mi

Logan International Airport

50.8mi

Restaurants

Nichinan

Cuisines

  • Japanese

Ambiances

  • Modern
  • Romantic

Amenities of Hotel Thaxter

Restaurant

Adults only

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Hotel Thaxter

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Thaxter

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Hotel Thaxter?

Your reservation at Hotel Thaxter includes a check-in time of 04:00 PM and a check-out time of 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Thaxter provide free parking options?

Yes, Hotel Thaxter offers private on-site parking for its guests. However, it is important to note that parking reservation is required and there is a daily fee of $40.

What's the nightly rate at Hotel Thaxter?

Starting prices for Hotel Thaxter are around $275. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Hotel Thaxter?

Hotel Thaxter offers a variety of room types including Queen Rooms, Standard Double Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, and Superior Queen Rooms to name a few. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms range in size from 194 sqft to 344 sqft, with bed options including Queen size, King size, and Sofa beds. Occupancy varies from accommodating 2 adults to up to 4 adults in some rooms.

How can guests spend their time at Hotel Thaxter?

Guests at Hotel Thaxter can spend their time enjoying the various leisure amenities provided by the hotel. For those who prefer an adult-only setting, the hotel offers a peaceful and quiet environment. Guests can relax and socialize at the on-site bar, enjoying refreshing drinks and conversations.

In addition to that, guests can explore the surrounding area by participating in bike tours provided by the hotel. It is an excellent opportunity to experience the beautiful scenery and get some exercise at the same time. For those who prefer indoor activities, the hotel also offers board games and puzzles for guests to enjoy.

When it comes to dining options, the hotel features a restaurant called Nichinan. With its modern and romantic ambiance, guests can indulge in delicious and authentic Japanese cuisine. It is a perfect place to have a memorable dining experience during their stay at Hotel Thaxter.

Does Hotel Thaxter have on-site restaurants?

Yes, Hotel Thaxter does have a restaurant on site called Nichinan. The restaurant offers a modern and romantic ambiance and serves Japanese cuisine.

Does Hotel Thaxter accept credit cards and cash payments?

Hotel Thaxter does not accept cash payments. However, they accept credit cards including Visa, American Express, Discover, and Mastercard.