Hampton Beach businesses feel impact of shorter stays and fewer visitors

By: Angeljean Chiaramida

Outlets: Seacoast Online

Published: September 24, 2026

Words: 1,531

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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HAMPTON — Reports indicate business may not have been the best this summer for Hampton Beach business owners, as vacationers grappled with inflation and other factors that led to shorter stays and fewer tourists.

Longtime real estate broker Bob Preston said Hampton Beach typically relies on four groups to make a strong season: local residents, out‑of‑town day‑trippers, hotel and motel guests, and condo or cottage renters. All four matter, he said, and this year …

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