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The Sailmaker's House

3.5 star property

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54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Reception
54-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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314 Court Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Strawbery Banke Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Music Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (1)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (4)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (9) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Allergy Friendly (9)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (10)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Sailmaker's House

Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Market Square
Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free guesthouse has coffee/tea in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, an arcade/games room and express check-in are on-site. Change of bedsheets is available on request
The Sailmaker's House offers 10 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 54-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Sailmaker's House's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Market Square. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a communal living room, coffee/tea in a common area and a shared fridge
  • On-site recreation includes mountain biking
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Market Square and Strawbery Banke Museum
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/games room, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Sailmaker's House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Sailmaker's House was completed in December 2017.

This 3.5-star Portsmouth guest house is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 30 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Mountain biking

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1800
  • Communal living room
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - December 2017
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 54-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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
For same day bookings made after 6 PM, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 51 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 51 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Sailmaker's House Inn Portsmouth
Sailmaker's House Inn
Sailmaker's House Portsmouth
Sailmaker's House
The Sailmaker's House Guesthouse
The Sailmaker's House Portsmouth
The Sailmaker's House Guesthouse Portsmouth

The Sailmaker's House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 362 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 362 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 362 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 362 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 362 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful artwork, convivial sunroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Comfortable bed. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The inn was beautiful as was the room which was also super comfortable. Perfect location too!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute in and very clean! Loved the location will defiantly stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flawless! Excellent communication, friendly staff, beautiful and comfortable accommodations. Perfect location. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John, Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed location and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at The Sailmaker’s House for 1 night while in town for our son’s college orientation at UNH. We wanted to stay somewhere that was within walking distance to everything Portsmouth has to offer and this fit the bill. The building is beautiful and the rooms are comfortable, updated and very clean. A small group of older people were also staying there and had some pre-dinner wine together in the lovely sitting room near the lobby. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TINA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. It's quaint and cozy, the location is excellent, communication was superb (maybe excessive for some).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot

Enjoyable stay. Unique home. Very helpful hostess. She made us last minute reservations over a very busy weekend. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location was absolutely perfect! Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, the restaurants, shops and attractions were within easy walking distance. The room was spacious, clean and included all the modern amenities despite the old world rustic charm of the building. I really appreciated the fully stocked beverage bar downstairs for my late night cup of tea and early morning coffee. The host was responsive and helpful with all my questions and special needs. I will definitely be returning for my next visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted as we arrived and shown our room. The property is old and creeks which is part of the charm but everyone was respectful and we had 2 good nights sleep. Portsmouth is a wonderful place and the sailmakers is ideally placed to explore. No problem with parking plenty of space. Thank you Sailmakers it’s been a great 2 days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well kept, clean property. We had a wonderful stay. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a suite and found it to be a very comfortable room for our four day stay. The hotel is charming and the staff is very very kind. It’s clean and extremely quiet. The bed was super comfortable.! loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Portsmouth. Within walking distance of restaurants etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old house charm outweighed by noisy sign

Strange place. All interaction done through the internet. No staff on premises. For 3 nights we were in a room reached by steep stairs that were more like a ladder. Right outside our window was the big wooden hotel sign banging and squeaking all night long. Breakfast was a handful of instant oatmeal cups on a counter downstairs. Not sure how this place got such a high rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Sailmakers House was perfect. The room was immaculate, cozy, and welcoming. The amenities were on point and the communication with staff was very easy and accessible. Also the location couldn’t have been better. Right in the heart of Portsmouth, easy walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025