where traditions run deep...welcome to the Hampton Inn Portsmouth.Anyone would find themselves drawn to the picturesque seaside city of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, steeped in rich history and charm. And here at the Hampton Inn hotel in Portsmouth, we're proud of our city. Right on the border between New Hampshire and Maine, Portsmouth occupies a special place in American history - it's the third oldest city in the Union and home to the father of the U.S. Navy, John Paul Jones. Today you'll find excellent shopping and intimate dining, making Portsmouth just the right blend of past and present. Take in the smell of salty air and hear the cries of seagulls. Within just miles of our hotel in Portsmouth, you'll discover a port city that continues to welcome seagoing folk to this day. Yet even if you've never ventured into the spectacular Seacoast waters, there's plenty to see and do. Our town's beautiful architecture dates back to the 1600s. Historic homes, museums and landmarks dot many of