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Portsmouth, NH » Vacation Information

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Portsmouth lies in southern New Hampshire near the mouth of the Piscataqua River on the Maine border. Portsmouth is the third-oldest city in the United States, being first settled in 1623, and it has a rich maritime shipping legacy.

Today, Portsmouth is a lively city with an eclectic art community, and vibrant nightlife including jazz clubs and a fine selection of restaurants. In 2008, the National Trust for Historic Preservation named Portsmouth in its list of one of the top 100 walking cities in the United States.

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Top Places to Stay

Anchorage Inns And Suites Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

Courtyard by Marriott Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

Holiday Inn Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

Sise Inn
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

The Port Inn
Portsmouth, NH, United States

Average Rating: 3


Class: Standard

 

 
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