Southern New Hampshire, NH

Travel Guide

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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 Governor John Langdon House Museum.

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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
$122 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
$133 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Total with taxes and 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! (1,105 reviews)
Great place to stay.

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH
$124 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$134 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and 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! (1,105 reviews)
Staff was excellent, went above and beyond!

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Exeter

Hampton Inn & Suites Exeter

2.5 out of 5
59 Portsmouth Ave Exeter NH
$94 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$102 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and 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! (1,008 reviews)
Courteous staff. Clean room

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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! (100 reviews)
This is my first experience at a cabin. It was amazing, and everything was convenient. I had a very good time with my wife. The place is clean and safe.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Postcard Cabins Blake Brook, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Ocean views from every window.  5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!

Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!

Hampton NH
Book a stay at this beach condo in Hampton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Super easy to get to. Clean and accommodating. Would recommend

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!
Lake View Cabin in Alton Bay Now featuring Lake Access, AC/ TV/ WiFi

Lake View Cabin in Alton Bay Now featuring Lake Access, AC/ TV/ WiFi

Alton NH
Stay at this cabin in Alton Bay. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Alton Town Beach and Sunset Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Two of us stayed on our first nite of a nine day motorcycle trip thru Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York and Maine.This was an ideal first night stay!! So near the lake and a few great restaurantsSteve the host was very communicative, we had NO glitches! I would stay there again ...

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Lake View Cabin in Alton Bay Now featuring Lake Access, AC/ TV/ WiFi
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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