Southern New Hampshire

Travel Guide

Silver birches amidst golden ferns in the New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England.
Silver birches amidst golden ferns in the New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England.
The New Forest, a national park and one of the largest forested areas in southern England, in all its autumn glory.
Standing on the cliff edge on North Pack Monadnock looking south over the Wapack Range in southern New Hampshire
Have you ever stayed in a treehouse? If not, you should add it to your bucket list. It was such a cool experience! We found this one on Airbnb. If you ever find yourself in New Hampshire, you should check it out! Photo credit: Emily Thomas Here's the link to the treehouse https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28368603?source_impression_id=p3_1560190994_wF3vaV3zLIRg%2BJKf just in case. :)

Where to stay in Southern New Hampshire

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Hampton Beach

If you're spending some time in Hampton Beach, Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade Water Slide are top sights worth seeing.

Hampton Beach
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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
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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
Manchester downtown building including City Hall Plaza and Brady Sullivan Plaza with Merrimack River in the front panorama aerial view, Manchester, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Downtown Manchester

4.5/5(2 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
Strawberry Banke Museum, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, USA

West End

When in West End, you can plan a visit to The Music Hall and Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West End
Portsmouth historic city center and Waterfront of Piscataqua River with Memorial Bridge panorama aerial view, New Hampshire, NH, USA.

Pease

When in Pease, you can plan a visit to Red Hook Brewery and Fox Run Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pease
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

4 out of 5
700 Elm St. Manchester NH
The price is HK$1,081 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
HK$1,081
HK$1,172 total
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,123 reviews)
Hotel was very clean, nice amenities and food/cocktail options. Kids loved the pool too! Close to cute stores and restaurants (the Bookery, Granite State Chocolate, SEE science center). Would absolutely stay again!!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$947 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$947
HK$1,027 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,098 reviews)
It is always nice to be remembered by staff and the staff is always pleasant and helpful. The room is always ready and clean.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown

3 out of 5
100 High St Portsmouth NH
Fully refundable
The price is HK$804 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$804
HK$873 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portsmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (220 reviews)
The downtown central location was perfect. Easy walking to everything - restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping and parks and museums. Hotel felt a little aged, though, but comfortable, clean and offered a nice gym and pool.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown
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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! (108 reviews)
Very cozy cabin, fantastic experience

Reviewed on 19 Jan 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
Stay at this beach condo in Hampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hampton Beach and Casino Cascade Water ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Super easy to get to. Clean and accommodating. Would recommend

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Ocean views from every window. 5min walk to the quiet end of the beach!
Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski

Gilford NH
Stay at this ski holiday home in Gilford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
We had a great time and would stay again.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Private Home with Large Indoor pool- Perfect for Summer Fun, Fall Foliage & Ski
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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.

Popular places to visit

Hampton Beach featuring a statue or sculpture, outdoor art and art

Hampton Beach

Enjoy freshly caught seafood, clean beaches and gorgeous views of the Atlantic at this oceanfront village that epitomizes small-town charm.

Hampton Beach
The most beautiful view of New Hampshire. Our Anniversary Trip to Gunstock #TakeAHike

Gunstock Mountain Resort

Hit the slopes in Gilford with a visit to Gunstock Mountain Resort. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Gunstock Mountain Resort
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Market Square

You can learn about the history of Portsmouth with a trip to Market Square. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Market Square
Awesome area for photography and the autumn season makes it prefect

Pats Peak

Hit the slopes in Henniker with a visit to Pats Peak. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Pats Peak
Good time

Canobie Lake Park

Bring the children to Canobie Lake Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Salem. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Canobie Lake Park
Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse after sunset. The lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located within Fort Constitution in New Castle, New Hampshire, United States.

Water Country

Enjoy an outing to Water Country during your stay in Portsmouth. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Water Country
Exeter which includes city views and flowers

Exeter

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Hampton

Mount Ascutney and sunset pink cloud reflections in the North Springfield Reservoir near Weathersfield, Vermont.

Springfield

DFJN2D Sand dunes with a fence at the beach with the ocean and lifeguard tower in the background

Salisbury

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