Southern New Hampshire, NH

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Portsmouth
Portsmouth featuring a bay or harbor and boating
Portsmouth showing a bridge
Portsmouth featuring outdoor art

Where to stay in Southern New Hampshire

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Hampton Beach

Popular for its pristine beach, Hampton Beach boasts a lively boardwalk along Ocean Boulevard, featuring numerous shops, seasonal hotels, and the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom. Don't miss the New Hampshire Marine Memorial nearby!

Hampton Beach
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, The Music Hall and Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Even though Rye isn’t your average beach, Rye, NH is one of my favorite spots on the east coast 😍 #LifeAtExpedia

Rye Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Rye Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Jenness State Beach or St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea.

Rye Beach
Cathedral of St Joseph which includes a small town or village, a church or cathedral and street scenes

Downtown Manchester

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Manchester, Palace Theater and Center of New Hampshire Expo Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Manchester
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West End

While West End might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Music Hall and Market Square.

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Pease

While there might not be top attractions in Pease, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall.

Pease
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
The price is NT$4,212 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
NT$4,212
NT$4,570 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,101 reviews)
Everything

Reviewed on 2026/1/1

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH
The price is NT$3,900 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
NT$3,900
NT$4,231 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,103 reviews)
Great room and friendly staff

Reviewed on 2026/1/1

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Exeter

Hampton Inn & Suites Exeter

2.5 out of 5
59 Portsmouth Ave Exeter NH
The price is NT$2,962 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
NT$2,962
NT$3,214 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Exeter. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Amenities, cleanliness, staff

Reviewed on 2025/12/28

Hampton Inn & Suites Exeter
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
76 Mountain Rd Epsom NH
Stay at this cabin in Epsom. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions James Park and Epsom Public Library are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Nice and cozy. Everything was like in the pictures.

Reviewed on 2025/12/30

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Great Island Inn

Great Island Inn

3.5 out of 5
3 Walbach St New Castle NH
Book a stay at this beach apartment in New Castle. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse and Fort ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Very clean and well updated for an older building. I am happy to have chosen this option.

Reviewed on 2025/10/11

Great Island Inn
Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel

Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel

3 out of 5
741 Ocean Blvd Rye NH
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Rye. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Odiorne Point State Park and Seacoast Science ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Great stay. Room was very clean and beautiful!

Reviewed on 2025/12/30

Rye Motor Inn: An Adults-Only Apartment Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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