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Make Martin Hill Inn your home base while you experience all that Portsmouth, New Hampshire has to offer; sights, activities and hometown hospitality. We are happy to help you plan your activities, discuss restaurants, organize day trips, or recommend areas and points of interest for you to visit. Our accommodations are conveniently located just a 10 minute walk into downtown Portsmouth. After a day spent exploring the area, take some time to relax in the inn’s lovely perennial gardens. 


We look forward to hosting your New Hampshire vacation and are confident that your stay with us will provide you with many special memories.

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Free Parking

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Hair Dryer

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Refrigerator

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We are proud to feature these local and eco-friendly products

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Saatva Mattresses

Every Saatva mattress is handcrafted. Their premium mattresses are made with the highest standard of American craftsmanship without the premium markups. Today, their mattresses are expertly handcrafted in 19 factories across the U.S. and hand delivered by 145 fulfillment partners. “It’s as close to perfection that a mattress can get”

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Open Water - More Ocean. Less Plastic

Designed for a refined stay in Portsmouth, NH, Martin Hill Inn provides elevated, eco-conscious amenities in every room. Guests enjoy Open Water, a premium still water in elegant aluminum bottles—an infinitely recyclable, plastic-free option that pairs luxury with sustainability.

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Refillable. Reusable. Sustainable.

WE FILL GOOD is a one-stop shopping experience offering affordable and local products from brands that share our values, producing sustainable and minimally packaged clean products. In addition, our partners all share two or more of these important values: Certified Organic, family business, Bcorp, hand made, small business, upcycle, socially responsible, woman owned, fairtrade, cruelty free, made in the USA, and recycled material.

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Dohm Sound Machine is the original white noise machine helping millions fall to sleep since 1962. These sound machines are known for creating a consistent, soothing background noise that can mask other disruptive sounds, making it easier for people to fall asleep and stay asleep. Pairing these machines with our featured Saatva mattresses is an excellent way to ensure our guests have a restful stay. Quality sleep is crucial for travelers and we expect you to be rested for touring the Seacoast while you're here!

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The Dohm Classic Natural White Noise Machine

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Steam Wand

We are happy to provide our guests with steam wands in our rooms rather than the alternative iron. Steamers can be used on a wider array of fabrics and are less likely to damage clothing which makes it our go to choice. Plus the best part, no ironing board needed!

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We’re pleased to offer Nespresso coffee makers and capsules in our rooms for an elevated, café-quality coffee experience during your stay. Nespresso is known for rich flavor, consistent brewing, and ease — perfect for slow mornings or a quick cup before exploring Portsmouth.


Nespresso also prioritizes sustainability through responsibly sourced coffee and recyclable aluminum capsules, supporting both quality and environmental stewardship. Enjoy great coffee, thoughtfully brewed.

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Nespresso Coffee Maker

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TopTipper

Experience the ease and convenience of digital tipping with TopTipper during your stay at our inn. As part of our commitment to modern hospitality, we offer TopTipper – a seamless, secure, and straightforward way to show your appreciation to our dedicated team. Whether it's for exceptional service or a memorable experience, your gratuities are just a tap away. Keep an eye out for the wood signs with a QR code on them, simply scan and tip. 

If you forgot to leave a gratuity for your housekeeper, you may do so here. Thank you for helping us recognize our dedicated team.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How far is the Inn from downtown Market Square and the Portsmouth shops and restaurants? 

It’s a safe 10 minute walk on lighted brick sidewalks into downtown.

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Where do I park?

Each of our guest rooms is allotted one parking space in our 32 Union St. parking lot. 

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Do you provide meal services?

The Martin Hill Inn does not offer meal services, but we’re happy to recommend local restaurants. Visit our dining guide for options.

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Our new contactless, keyless check-in starts at 3:00 PM. Guests let themselves into their rooms with a unique access code.

Check out is at 10:00 AM.

How do I check in? 

Our Gardens

Perennial gardens cover much of the property at Martin Hill Inn; this is just a small portion of them. Leading to the parking lot beyond the salt box-style garden shed is a winding stone path. 

Our garden was one of the delightful gardens spotlighted in June 2007 on the annual Portsmouth Pocket Garden tour. When you visit, you will note that we have added a wide and interesting variety of plantings, and many of the bushes have really flourished since this photograph was taken.

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For those of you interested in gardening, some of the perennial varieties you will see in our woodland shade garden include:


  • Heucheras (Coral Bells)
  • Brunnera (Siberian Bugloss)
  • Ligularia (Leopard Plant or Golden Groundsel)
  • Pulmonaria (Lungwort)
  • Kirengeshoma (Yellow Wax Bell)
  • Hosta (over 20 varieties)
  • Lamium
  • Primroses
  • Galium (Sweet Woodruff)
  • Thalictrum (Meadow Rue)
  • Aruncus (Goat’s Beard)
  • Asters
  • Blue Bells
  • Solomon’s Seal (Polygonatum commutatum)
  • Lily of the Valley
  • Smoke Bush
  • Echinacea
  • Cimicifuga (Bugbane)
  • Rogersia (Roger’s Plant)
  • European Ginger
  • Ferns (5 varieties)
  • Day Lilies
  • Peonies
  • Siberian Iris, and many more!

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