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    Our top choices for Portsmouth motels

    1. Days Inn by Wyndham Middletown/Newport Area

    A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

    2. Harbor Base Pineapple Inn

    A sign for Harbor Base Inn, a former Pineapple Inn, with a white building and flagpoles in the background.

    3. Rodeway Inn Middletown - Newport

    A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

    4. Motel 6 Newport, RI

    A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a fire alarm, and a sign encouraging guests to save more for travel.

    5. Rodeway Inn

    A modern interior with a wooden floor, a bench, a sofa, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

    6. Hamilton Village Inn

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

    7. Wickford Motor Inn

    A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

    8. Blue Beach Motel

    A person folding towels on a bed in a hotel room.

    9. Town & Country

    A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a carpeted floor.

    10. WELCOME INN

    A hotel with a parking lot, a building with a sloped roof, and a sign that reads 'Welcome Inn.'

    11. Scarborough Beach Motel

    A beach with a lifeguard tower, a flag, and people enjoying the sand and water.

    12. Shangri La Motel

    A reception area with a marble counter, a door with a 'No Pets Allowed' sign, and a framed artwork on the wall.

    13. Dartmouth Motor Inn

    A marina with several boats docked, including a green vessel named ILHA BRAVA.

    14. Motel 6 Warwick, RI - Providence Airport - I-95

    A reception area with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, a small plant, and a fire alarm on the wall.

    15. Super 8 by Wyndham West Greenwich/Providence

    A spacious lobby with a green and blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of trees.

    16. Motel 6 Seekonk, MA - Providence East

    A reception area with a checkered floor, two chairs, a cabinet, a television, and a Pepsi advertisement.

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    Learn more about Portsmouth

    Coastal charm meets Revolutionary history along the scenic shores where sailing regattas and vineyard tours fill sun-drenched afternoons. Green Hill Pond's calm waters invite kayakers while historic farms and the car museum offer perfect stops between Newport mansion visits.

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    A lighthouse, a stone building, and a house by the sea.

    Top reviews in Portsmouth

    Days Inn by Wyndham Middletown/Newport Area

    A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

    Blue Beach Motel

    A person folding towels on a bed in a hotel room.

    Scarborough Beach Motel

    A beach with a lifeguard tower, a flag, and people enjoying the sand and water.

    Hamilton Village Inn

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

    Shangri La Motel

    A reception area with a marble counter, a door with a 'No Pets Allowed' sign, and a framed artwork on the wall.

    Town & Country

    A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a carpeted floor.

    Super 8 by Wyndham West Greenwich/Providence

    A spacious lobby with a green and blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of trees.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I expect from a motel trip to Portsmouth?

    If you’re having a hard time finding motels in Portsmouth, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 95 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

    What are motels like?

    Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

    What are the best motels in Portsmouth?

    Here are some of our customers’ favorite motels to book in the larger area. Days Inn by Wyndham Middletown/Newport Area is located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from the heart of Portsmouth. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Newport, RI: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Portsmouth is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away. Hamilton Village Inn: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from the heart of Portsmouth. Town & Country: Central Portsmouth is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Motel 6 Warwick, RI - Providence Airport - I-95: 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Portsmouth. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

    What things can I to do in Portsmouth?

    Enjoy nature with a stop at Teddy Beach and Green Animals Topiary Gardens. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Coastal Roasters, Battleship Cove, and International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Newport Bridge, Newport International Polo, and Greenvale Vineyards.

    What's the seasonal weather like in Portsmouth?

    Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Portsmouth to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Portsmouth is 53 inches.

    What are my options for getting around Portsmouth when staying in a motel?

    We’ve gathered some information about getting around Portsmouth to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State), which is located 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State), which is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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