Title: The Bow Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=11781669&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Bow Hotel Travelers can pedal through Portsmouth on complimentary bikes or discover the city's iconic Love Wall, with staff ready to enhance every moment of the journey. ## Photo gallery for The Bow Hotel ![City view from property - The Bow Hotel (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/6f5b43eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Bow Hotel (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/27f394da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Bow Hotel (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/329a5a00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Bow Hotel (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/dcaf113c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - The Bow Hotel (Portsmouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/febc21df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ale House Inn sits just steps from Market Square, offering a convenient home base for Portsmouth exploration. Guests appreciate the express check-in process, reliable in-room WiFi, and the attentive staff who provide insider knowledge about the area. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=11781669&PinnedHotelID=11781669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Petite Queen ![Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/ee60399a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Petite Queen 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Memory foam bed Shower/tub combination Bathrobes Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Gallery Queen ![Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/ee60399a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Gallery Queen 8.6 Excellent 28 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Memory foam bed Shower/tub combination Bathrobes Hair dryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for King Studio Suite ![King Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/eb22f2f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Studio Suite 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Memory foam bed Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Gallery King ![Gallery King](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11790000/11781700/11781669/0adb39dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Gallery King 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Memory foam bed Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination Bathrobes - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPortsmouth-Hotels-Ale-House-Inn.h11781669.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPortsmouth-Hotels-Ale-House-Inn.h11781669.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Downtown, a neighborhood in Portsmouth, The Bow Hotel is in the entertainment district. Strawbery Banke Museum and The Music Hall are cultural highlights and Portsmouth Love Wall is a popular area attraction. Market Square and Prescott Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Portsmouth travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth.dx6057414) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.07877%2C-70.75466&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Y5HNaSDd6BlPaWO-Ujy_mPEuZCc=) 121 Bow Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801 ### What's nearby - ![Portsmouth_MarketSquare_6333271_4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333271/754d8328-7704-432c-bd14-119529107e08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Market Square 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Portsmouth_SeacoastRepertoryTheatre_6333275_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333275/a0183bc0-58a8-4e91-bffe-312e1d52f2ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seacoast Repertory Theatre 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Portsmouth_WarnerHouse_6333284_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333284/bec9af91-aff8-457c-8320-30614b5aff3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Warner House 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Portsmouth_StrawberyBankeMuseum_6079663_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079663/dfde5ca4-6507-4fea-bbd9-38a40f6848a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Strawbery Banke Museum 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Portsmouth_MusicHall_6079655_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079655/a446444e-8d49-4247-b73b-00e391b0ec99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Music Hall 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Dover Transportation Center 21 min drive - Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - The River House Restaurant 2 min walk - The Oar House 4 min walk - Surf Restaurant 2 min walk - Toscana Chophouse 5 min walk - Gas Light Pizza Pub 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Bow Hotel Upscale hotel near Market Square Located close to Warner House and Portsmouth Love Wall, The Bow Hotel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Bike rentals, express check-in, and concierge services - Luggage storage - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at The Bow Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and memory foam beds - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Heating, housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10300/10206/ad86cd83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hotel Portsmouth Downtown - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews CA $220 CA $238 total includes taxes & fees Feb 11 - Feb 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=10206&PinnedHotelID=10206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21920000/21914200/21914111/0b6ef913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sailmaker's House Downtown - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - 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Offsite parking available (USD 35 per night) - Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit) ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Virtual front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 15 steps to reach entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Built in 1880 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night (49 ft away) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Ale House Inn Portsmouth Ale House Inn Ale House Portsmouth Ale House Hotel Portsmouth Ale House Inn The Bow Hotel Hotel The Bow Hotel Portsmouth The Bow Hotel Hotel Portsmouth ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bow Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Bow Hotel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Bow Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Bow Hotel? ### Where is The Bow Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Bow Hotel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 274 8 - Good 137 6 - Okay 59 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 17 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### joshua Dec 22, 2025 Room was clean enough, location was amazing! ##### joshua Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine Nov 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room at The Bow was lovely, clean and very quiet. Located in a great spot with easy walking to the shops, restaurants and waterfront. Although the room was a little too warm for us for sleeping, the bed and linens were so comfy! ##### Katherine Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Location, comfortable beds, spacious rooms. ##### Anita Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service Please let patrons know up front that parking is $35/NIGHT. The room was tight, but clean and modern. The mini fridge needs to be pulled out of the bottom of the closet. It was incredibly convenient to be on Bow street to walk anywhere we needed to in town. We saw a show in at The Rep theatre (same building), but we never heard any other shows, so it was lovely and quiet when we were in the room and common area. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Katherine Nov 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great experience in a great location in Portsmouth! If you’re looking for a clean, comfortable stay, that embodies a self service model, this is your place. They have a cozy lounge area with games and couches, a self serve coffee station as well as snacks that you can purchase. Very comfortable and our room was spacious. Good communication with staff. Will definitely stay here again in the future. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/46075511-5636-4b7d-be39-12c4a47c9614-1762253083447.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/09c0c4bd-0aeb-4d29-8c2b-164bbed02f40-1762253075753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a3f5fcc7-f60e-420d-b8e7-a512dad08a43-1762253093957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Katherine Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ty Aug 1, 2025 Not really full service hotel but great location. ##### Ty Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stay was great and location was perfect! ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Eamon Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We thought the room was very clean and comfortable , and loved that we could walk to the places we wanted to visit ##### Eamon Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Katherine Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Interesting experience. Place was clean and we loved the decor and the bed was amazing. There was no front desk or attendants on site though, everything was done through your phone, which we weren't expecting. The hotel has a tiny lot for parking though and you have to pay an extra $35 to park there. That was a bit frustrating. Overall ok, great central location, but we would take the parking price into account if we stayed here next time to see if it was worth it. ##### Katherine Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Miriam Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cinderella Musical Show. It was a very convenient hotel, close to restaurants, shopping, Theatre and much more. ##### Miriam Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sara Nov 10, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service The room was nice and the location was convenient however good luck getting anyone to help you. They give you a number to text and call for someone who will just say that they don’t know and hang up on you. You also can’t control the air only the heat which meant that we had to sleep with the windows open. Overall, there are better places to stay at Portsmouth. ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Within walking distance to shops and dining. Easy check in and out. ##### Bridget Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Joerg Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location and everything you need. Excellent location; very small window without view - but a window to open!! No breakfast, but who wants a lame hotel breakfast when you have the entire town right in your front yard with countless phantastic options. ##### Joerg Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johnathan Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My wife and I loved our stay here at the Bow. We enjoyed the location and its proximity to all the shopping and restaurants near by. The room is spacious with beautiful decor. The only thing to be aware of is that noise travels very easily in this establishment, other than that I would recommend staying here. ##### Johnathan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roni Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The room was just perfect. We had the petite queen and it had everything in it that we could want or need for our two night stay. I had no trouble checking in. If I needed to call and ask a question there was always someone available by phone. The ability to park right opposite was super. The area is so pretty and right on the water. The only thing to mention but it did not bother us was the heaviness of the doors when they opened or shut and the thin walls. However, during the night we heard nothing and that's all we cared about. Will definitely stay again! ##### Roni Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Quick overnight triip to see Portsmouth and meet family for dinner. Location for exploring downtown Portsmouth on foot is perfect. ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Perfect location, right next to the water and downtown. Our rom was really comfortable and clearly updated with new furniture and textiles. I wish they had mentioned there was no elevator to the main floor from the street and that we had to pay for parking. I thought it was included due to the wording they used. ##### Amanda Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phil Aug 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location, comfortable accommodation ##### Phil Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 29, 2024 #### Ok hotel, great location The convenient location was the best part of this hotel. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful service, big clean room with comfy bed and lovely view, great downtown location ##### Kristen Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Awesome DIY experience here! Great location! Very cool room, but on the smaller side. Loved the key on my phone app! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ca984595-142f-40fc-bad8-152e3e220f74-1750098507203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4939cc20-cadc-4d33-b3a8-c33215b12ab5-1750098506759.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/134ec8b2-03f6-4b78-8fd5-287634c5280e-1750098506899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/897cb51f-f623-4927-8e25-9012f1b3bdf6-1750098508587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Arch Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really great central location. ##### Arch Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### carlina Oct 26, 2024 Great location. ##### carlina Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan Oct 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Cozy hotel in a great location. ##### Joan Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Nov 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Quaint lodging in a superb location. 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