Residence Inn by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown/Waterfront

Such a great location and very modern! Small weight room, but good enough with 2 treadmills, 2 bikes, an elliptical, and dumbbells, and more. The breakfast was amazing. My room had a small kitchen, which comes in handy. The only gripe I have is about the shower. It was great temperature and pressure, but it had glass that didn’t quite cover the area so water got on the floor a lot. I think this is causing water damage.

I'm not one to post anything but we've stayed many times here as our 'go to' hotel in Postmouth and have always been happy, this time however, Meg on the desk set it over the top. Meg checked us in on a Monday afternoon and was ALWAYS on the desk during our entire 3 day stay - with the hotel being as busy as it was, Meg addressed us by name every time she saw us and made us feel 'at home', well done to her.

I stayed at this location for some time. The Room was tidy with a kitchenette, decently sized couch and bed. Unfortunately, with this location accepting animals. I did notice fleas were on the couch. I only noticed two during my stay. The noise level of this hotel is high. Easy to hear people talking down the hallway or in the next room. I have been woken up many nights (1am to 2am) of people stumbling back to their rooms yelling and laughing. Which is expected with the location and surrounding "night life". If you are looking for a consistent good night's rest this is with out a doubt not the place for you. The staff are very "hit or miss" so-to-speak. Some days very engaged and welcoming others not so much. I tested a theory as I was getting on the elevator from my room. I noticed a tall attractive gentleman already on the elevator heading down to the lobby. As we arrived at the lobby, I insisted for him to exit. I waited two seconds; to heard the hotel front desk acknowledge the gentleman. I exited the elevator and walk passed the front desk. The staff were very intensely engaged with their computers with no client to attend too. Interesting... I would say I have been only acknowledged about ten percent of the time. I have received more acknowledgment from the cleaning staff; every time I would pass them in the hallway. (The cleaning staff are great) The valet company personal are mixed also. Some are very engaged and friendly. The others seem to be very unhappy. I would say grumpy even. On another note... I would highly suggest reframe from smoking while working. It is frustrating to have the smell cigarettes in my vehicle. (I find myself only tipping the ones that are more engaged and friendly.) The location is fantastic; great places to see and eat within walking distance. Unfortunately for my personal experience here I can not in good judgment give a "good review". I wish the management and staff the very best.