About Motel 6-Portsmouth, NH
Experience the New England coast without breaking the bank at Motel 6 Portsmouth. It offers no frills budget accommodation just off US Route 4 about three miles from downtown. There’s free parking and a major shopping mall next door.
Colorful modernized rooms feature an en suite bathroom, flat-screen cable television, air-conditioning, wood-effect floors, free local calls and paid Wi-Fi. Accessible rooms are offered too.
Facilities include a launderette, elevators, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour reception. Kids can stay free and pets are allowed.
Morning coffee is complimentary and vending machines are available. Several dining options are just a short walk away.
Motel 6 Portsmouth is just five minutes’ drive from Portsmouth International Airport at Pease. Odiorne Point State Park is about 15 minutes’ drive away and Strawberry Banke Museum – home to New Hampshire’s oldest neighborhood settled by Europeans – is about ten minutes’ drive away.
Positive Reviews
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Handy roadside location
Being next door to the Mall at Fox Run for shopping and dining options was a big plus for most reviewers, who also appreciated the proximity of gas stations. The location just off US Route 4 and a short drive from Interstate 95 reportedly offered easy access to downtown Portsmouth and the airport too.
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Clean and comfy low-cost option
This motel's straightforward rooms were more than adequately clean, comfortable and spacious for a shorter stay, according to many travelers. There was praise for the revamped rooms with their laminate flooring, modern TVs and bright decor. With its affordable rates plus perks like the pet-friendly policy and free parking, many reviewers felt they got fair value for money.
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Praise for customer service
There was plenty of praise from reviewers for the customer service. Personnel were often described as helpful, accommodating and friendly. Many guests said they experienced a hassle-free check-in.
Negative Reviews
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Unpopular Wi-Fi charges
Extra fees for Wi-Fi access were a downer for reviewers who were often surprised it wasn't included as a freebie. Furthermore, it was claimed that the network sometimes had slow speeds or a patchy signal.
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Nuisance smells and noises
Lingering smoke smells in certain parts of the property were an annoyance for some reviewers. Moreover, noises from neighboring rooms were sometimes audible at night, which bothered some light sleepers.
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Cleanliness and maintenance grumbles
There was reportedly work to do for this motel to raise its cleanliness and maintenance standards. Some critics said trash wasn't always disposed of properly or that they found hair in some rooms. It was also claimed that some bathrooms weren't always cleaned well. There were also reports of non-functioning air-conditioning in some rooms or occasionally slow-draining water.