Located near Market Square, Ale House Inn offers a welcoming retreat with bike rentals and express check-in. Connect to in-room WiFi, and let the helpful staff take care of your needs during your stay.
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 35 min drive
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 54 min drive
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 65 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 66 min drive
Dover Transportation Center - 18 min drive
Durham Station - 21 min drive
Exeter Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Hearth Food Garden - 4 min walk
River House - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Gas Light Pizza Pub - 3 min walk
Daniel Street Tavern - 2 min walk
About this property
Ale House Inn
At Ale House Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Market Square and Water Country. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
Offsite parking within 49 ft (USD 35 per night)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1880
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
15 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 35 per night (49 ft away)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Also known as
Ale House Inn Portsmouth
Ale House Inn
Ale House Portsmouth
Ale House Hotel Portsmouth
Ale House Inn Hotel
Ale House Inn Portsmouth
Ale House Inn Hotel Portsmouth
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Ale House Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ale House Inn?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ale House Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Ale House Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hampton Beach Casino (22-min drive) and Ocean Gaming Casino (22-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Ale House Inn and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Market Square (1-min walk) and Warner House (1-min walk), along with Prescott Park (2-min walk) and Portsmouth Love Wall (4-min walk).
What's the area around Ale House Inn like?
Ale House Inn is in Downtown, a short 1-minute walk from Market Square and 2 minutes' walk from Prescott Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Ale House Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property's location offers easy access to numerous great restaurants, bars, and cafes within walking distance. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2025
Very good and convenient place to stay
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Stay was great and location was perfect!
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Wonderful service, big clean room with comfy bed and lovely view, great downtown location
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
We will definitely stay here again. Very convenient location to our usual dining favorites. Simple but nicely done and comfortable and priced reasonably for a night out.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 29, 2024
Ok hotel, great location
The convenient location was the best part of this hotel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2025
Confusion with check-in / plumbing needed some attention. Staff is friendly, but seems like the place isn't managed well anymore.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Great place to stay
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2024
Great location.
carlina
carlina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2024
The area is excellent for a weekend stay
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Quaint lodging in a superb location. Friendly staff, wonderful experience.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
We enjoyed our stay here
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Great spot. Love the uniqueness. Great communication w easy check in. Loved the room, the location, and the cool common spaces and amenities.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Great location, comfortable accommodation
Phil
Phil, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
I had a great stay! Really cool place. Entire check-in process was very laidback. They even had a plugin fan in room if you are a person that needs noise for a restful sleep like myself.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
Great stay!
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2024
Really great central location.
Arch
Arch, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 20, 2025
Eh
Reserved a King bed and got a queen. Room was quite small. Bed was poorly made. Just because you asked for my opinion.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Lovely place to stay and walk everywhere in Portsmouth
peggy
peggy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Very great hospitality. Very unique stay. Close walk to everything, shops, resteraunts and waterfront.
michael
michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
It was a great location.
William R
William R, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Quaint cute place
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Loved the location and room.
Corina
Corina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2024
Cozy, yet centered. Slept very well in a sort of funky inn style.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
A beautiful place to spend a few days.
Lauren
Lauren, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 11, 2024
The rooms are nice, and the location is good. There's no one at the desk past 6-ish. It took me three phones and a couple of texts to figure out the keys to the room, but it was a minor inconvenience.
I will definitely stay here again when I get back to Portsmouth.