Mainsail Inn & Cottages

2.0 star property

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Single Room
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Exterior
Pool View Suite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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40 Ashworth Ave, Hampton, NH, 03842
  • Place, Hampton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Casino Ballroom
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hampton Beach Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Plus Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Choice Plus Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Pool View Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Pool View Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Hampton

At Mainsail Inn & Cottages you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Hampton Beach and Casino Ballroom. Highlights at this beachfront motel include free in-room WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Hampton Beach motel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Hampton Beach State Park and 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from Seabrook Beach.

What's nearby

  • Hampton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Ballroom - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hampton Beach Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Gaming Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hampton Beach State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Exeter Station - 19 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Gaming - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sea Ketch Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wally's Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cristy's Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McGuirk's Ocean View - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Mainsail Inn & Cottages

Mainsail Inn & Cottages offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Hampton motel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Mainsail Inn & Cottages offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 June and close on 14 September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Mainsail & Cottages Hampton
Mainsail Motel & Cottages Motel
Mainsail Motel & Cottages Hampton
Mainsail Motel & Cottages Motel Hampton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mainsail Inn & Cottages?

Yep, Mainsail Inn & Cottages has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Mainsail Inn & Cottages?

Yep, Mainsail Inn & Cottages is a short 5-minute walk from Hampton Beach.

Does Mainsail Inn & Cottages have a pool?

Mainsail Inn & Cottages has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June 01 to September 14).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mainsail Inn & Cottages?

No, Mainsail Inn & Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mainsail Inn & Cottages?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mainsail Inn & Cottages?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mainsail Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 268 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was perfect staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meadow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great, easy access to the beach and to all attractions and restaurants 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very homey atmosphere, courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Rooms were clean staff was excellent. Great location short distance to the beach and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room, comfortable beds and pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Geneviève

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice ammenities, would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet central location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to many restaurants and the Casino Ballroom. Perfect for a stay after the concert.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location just a block off the strip and beaches. Ideal for any Hampton Beach events. Staff was nice, rooms were clean, hard to ask for more from a motel. Would go back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Great location. Room was nice. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time staying here.. everything is always great and I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
In fairness we were staying off season!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mail Sail Hampton

Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice quick walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Beaches are beautiful and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was amazing and very walkable to the beach and all other attractions. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious room, comfy bed. Parking was right in front of the room which was great. Always stuff to do in Hampton.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was extremely friendly and helpful. Rooms were very clean. Only a few minute walk to beach and boardwalk . Will def stay here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025