The Governor's Inn

Inn with restaurant, near Rochester Opera House

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Step into the charming world of The Governor's Inn, nestled near Rochester Common. Enjoy a continental breakfast, unwind on the garden terrace, or savor American cuisine at Spaulding Steak & Ale. With in-room WiFi and a coffee shop nearby, your stay is sure to be relaxing and memorable.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Non-smoking
Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Meeting room
Picnic area
Wedding services
Free newspapers in the lobby
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Separate dining area
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Separate bathtub and shower

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Full Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
2 Double Beds

Business Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Smart TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Iron/ironing board

Wardrobe or closet

Mobile key entry

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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$86 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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About the neighborhood

78 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH, 03867

What's nearby

Rochester Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Rochester Historical Society Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Rochester Common - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Fresenius Medical Care at Frisbie Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
University of New Hampshire - 29 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 26 min drive
Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 30 min drive
Laconia, NH (LCI-Laconia Municipal) - 51 min drive
Concord, NH (CON-Concord Municipal) - 54 min drive
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) - 62 min drive
Dover Transportation Center - 16 min drive
Durham Station - 24 min drive
Wells Regional Transportation Center - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬14 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Governor's Inn

The Governor's Inn is a great choice for a stay in Rochester. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Spaulding Steak & Ale, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and restaurant.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (1 total)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)

Working away

Meeting room

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
No elevator (single level property)
Hardwood flooring in room
High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

Smart television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board

What to enjoy

Separate dining area

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Spaulding Steak & Ale - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only.

The Garage - This restaurant serves lunch only.

Fees & policies

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover

Also known as

Governor's Inn Rochester

Governor's Rochester

The Governor's Inn Inn

The Governor's Inn Rochester

The Governor's Inn Inn Rochester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Governor's Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Governor's Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Governor's Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Governor's Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Governor's Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Governor's Inn and nearby?

The Governor's Inn has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Governor's Inn?

Yes, Spaulding Steak & Ale offers American cuisine.

What's the area around The Governor's Inn like?

The Governor's Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Rochester Opera House and 14 minutes' walk from Rochester Common.

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The Governor's Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Restaurant

Bed

Breakfast

Food

Bar

Live music

Building

Air conditioning

What guests liked

The on-site restaurant offered excellent food, great selection, and good prices in a comfortable and interesting atmosphere. (16 reviews)
Continental breakfast was consistently praised for being superb, delicious, and ample. (20 reviews)
Parking was convenient and available without an extra charge. (4 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 20, 2025

Very much enjoyed the historic attitude of the building and grounds. Very nice personnel and attached restaurant.

Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 12, 2025

Aug 17, 2025

Charming inn

Bed was hard but place was comfortable and quaint. I would go back.

Sandra, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 8, 2025

Hotel needs major updates

Carl, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 8, 2025

Home town vibes.

Our room was adorable. I loved the wallpaper. I also loved the decor of the bathroom. Close proximity to everything we were wanting to do.

Georgieanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 11, 2025

Quaint Inn with a few fun quirks. Lovely room, amazing staff. Nice and quiet. Perfect for a lovely get away.

Janice, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 10, 2025

Beautiful old property

Moises, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 16, 2025

Cheap bed but not too uncomfortable. Cheapest furniture—iron frame, fabric drawers, wobbly lamps, no easy chair; only the “desk” chair. Better chairs in hall. Lobby, practically bare with old chairs with questionable legs. Their attached club must bring in money to run the place. That they have loud, booming noise from right under your windows till it closes isn’t disclosed. It was a place to sleep and get out. Breakfast was Continental style and OK. We ordered pizza delivery instead of trying their restaurant.

My overnight stay was perfect! Room and bathroom were very clean. Enjoyed it more than staying at a hotel! Although the restaurant didn't have a lot of GF options, everything smelled awesome. I would have given it a try if I didn't have other plans. Will stay here again anytime I am in Rochester!!!

Lisa, 1-night trip