Title: New Castle Travel Guide: Best of New Castle, New Hampshire Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in New Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Castle-Hotels.d137529.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in New Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Castle-Holiday-Rentals.d137529.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[New Castle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-New-Castle.d137529.Car-Hire-Guide)[New Castle Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Castle.d137529.Holidays-City-Breaks) # New Castle Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![New Castle which includes a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137529/5998da39-7327-4765-b0bb-710f11dba55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Castle which includes a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137529/5998da39-7327-4765-b0bb-710f11dba55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Castle featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137529/a22ab32e-e2dd-4c76-966e-f0eddee68697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Castle showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137529/245d1698-9855-4564-98cf-eab8c7fea2f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Castle which includes sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137529/7089ba3f-ab72-4e42-bb59-4a81b6985bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit New Castle Things to do #### Small but with a deep attachment to the nation’s history, this island town has many scenic walkways and relics from past battles. Explore old forts on New Castle that have proudly withstood the waves for centuries. Colonial soldiers once fought here for control of the United States. View intricate blue-green waterways that wrap around scattered land masses and dip your feet in the shallows at pristine beaches. The only town in the state made up completely of islands, New Castle is much more than just a geographical rarity. Arrive at the northern port of the main island and head straight to Fort Constitution, previously known as Fort William and Mary. The fort reaches out on a peninsula into the Piscataqua River. Colonists stole nearly 100 barrels of gunpowder from here in one of the first acts of the Revolutionary War. Additional ramparts and an outer wall twice the size of the original were built in 1808\. Wander out to the lighthouse that sits on the very edge of the rocky point and breathe in the fresh, salty air that whips along the cliffs. From here amble down the eastern coastline, pausing to bask in the sun at empty white-sand beaches and swim where the river meets the clear Atlantic Ocean. Stroll through grassy Great Island Common, taking in forested routes and icy ponds in winter. Reach rugged Jerry’s Point where further defenses greet you, this time in the shape of the spooky ruins of Fort Stark Historical Site. This was named after John Stark who was the commander of forces at the Battle of Bennington in 1777\. Stroll along the rocky shoreline just below and enjoy the view over stunning Little Harbour to the west. New Castle is an hour’s drive east of Concord. Arrive at Portsmouth and cross the bridge for the short final leg to the island. Stay at luxurious Wentworth by the Sea near the marina or find accommodation in and around Portsmouth. The island itself has a few cafés and stores. - Top hotels in New Castle - Top Holiday Rentals in New Castle ![Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8270000/8268900/8268861/b0df55fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown 23 Portwalk Pl Portsmouth NH £97 19 Feb - 20 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! (1,095 reviews) Good location, nice hotel in Portsmouth. Walkable to downtown... modern room decor very clean. Good breakfast choices and free coffee available all day.. Friendly staff. Note Parking is by Valet only at $45/night. Would stay again... Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=8268861&PinnedHotelID=8268861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=137529) ![Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1464400/1464340/7de77d01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Portsmouth Downtown 100 High St Portsmouth NH Fully refundable £75 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! (231 reviews) Room was clean, friendly staff Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=1464340&PinnedHotelID=1464340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=137529) ![Anchorage Inn and Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9320000/9317700/9317652/68fa4886_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anchorage Inn and Resort 265 Long Beach Avenue York Beach ME £79 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in York Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,063 reviews) Outstanding staff response (assistance in operating the in room electronics and front desk attitude were commendable). Rooms were spotless. 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Pool closes early (6:45 pm) which lead to some crowding on weekend days Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-Elmwood-Resort-Hotel.h23071895.Hotel-Information) ![Ogunquit ocean front 1BR/1BA with deck, short walk to beach + center of town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68053400/68053391/22bd902b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ogunquit ocean front 1BR/1BA with deck, short walk to beach + center of town Ogunquit ME Stay at this beach condo in Ogunquit. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and patios. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Marginal Way are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews) The proximity to everything! We could walk everywhere. Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ogunquit-Hotels-Ogunquit-Ocean-Front-1BR1BA-With-Deck.h68053391.Hotel-Information) ![BEACHFRONT HOME-BREATHTAKING 180 DEGREE OCEAN SUNRISES-SUNSETS-OCEANFRONT PATIO](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66840000/66837200/66837108/90874998_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEACHFRONT HOME-BREATHTAKING 180 DEGREE OCEAN SUNRISES-SUNSETS-OCEANFRONT PATIO Wells ME Stay at this beach holiday home in Wells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ogunquit Beach and Marginal Way are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews) Amazing stay at a beautiful place! What a relaxing long weekend, I could sit out and watch the ocean all day long. Absolutely perfect! 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