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About the Hotel

200 Congress Place, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

Congress Hall is recognized as America's Original Seaside Resort, serving visitors since the mid-1800s. The hotel is located in Cape May's Historic District, known for its stunning Late Victorian architecture. It features ocean views, luxurious amenities, and is a hub for both relaxation and local culture. The Sea Spa offers unique treatments inspired by the ocean in a bright, uplifting atmosphere.

Location

Located in the heart of Cape May's Historic District, Congress Hall is easily accessible via the Garden State Parkway and Cape May-Lewes Ferry. The hotel is directly across from the beach and Washington Street Mall, making it convenient for shopping and local attractions. Valet parking is available for guests, and the hotel is approximately 75 km from Atlantic City International Airport.

Rooms

Congress Hall offers a variety of accommodations, including ocean view double rooms with plush bathrobes and flat-screen TVs. Each room is equipped with a mini chiller, complimentary WiFi, and local Beach Plum bath amenities. Guests can enjoy views of historic local sites or the Atlantic Ocean, with some rooms featuring small balconies. Daily housekeeping services ensure that all rooms are refreshed and maintained to a high standard.

Eat & Drink

The hotel features several dining options, including the Blue Pig Tavern, known for its farm-to-table offerings using ingredients sourced from Beach Plum Farm. Guests can experience varied cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner without leaving the property. The Ebbitt Room offers fine dining focused on sustainability, while casual dining and drinks can be enjoyed at the Boiler Room and Grand Lawn Bar.

Leisure & Business

Congress Hall provides a range of leisure facilities, including a full-service Sea Spa that offers ocean-inspired treatments. The hotel also features a fitness center, tennis lessons, and access to nearby beach activities. Guests can enjoy complimentary beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas, as well as food and drink service from the Beach Menu. A VIP Pass grants access to the VIP Lounge for events held at the nearby Cape May Convention Hall.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room | Ocean Side

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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One King Bed | Ocean Side

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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One Queen Bed | Town Side

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2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Cape May 1.7 km

Airports

Atlantic City International (ACY) 72.4 km

Osvaldo Vieira International (oxb) 96.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The Blue Pig served such delicious meals that we couldn't resist returning for breakfast the next day.view full review

Spacious Comfort

Our room in the south wing was unexpectedly spacious, providing us with a comfortable retreat.view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

We enjoyed relaxing by the fireplace during breakfast, which created a cozy and inviting ambiance.view full review

Accessible Balance

Although our room didn't have a view, the alcove area offered a lovely view of the gardens and ocean, perfect for a quiet moment.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Electric vehicle charging station

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Night club
Spa & wellness centre
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Location

200 Congress Place, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

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200 Congress Place, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

City landmarks

1048 Washington St

Emlen Physick Estate

1.3 km

Park

Cape May Lighthouse

3.1 km

525 Elmira St

Cape May Model Trains

610 m

714 Beach Ave

Cape May Convention Hall

720 m

692 Sunset Blvd

South Cape May Meadows

900 m

Wilbraham Park

620 m

645 Lafayette St

The Stephen Smith House

620 m

Seafood dining

1.1 km

905 Page St

Steger Beach Services

770 m

Cape May Public Beach

1.0 km

Nature reserve

Nature Center of Cape May

2.6 km

1048 Washington St

Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities

1.3 km

Park

Cape May Point State Park

3.0 km

Beach Ave

Cape May Beach

1.7 km

Market

Duckie's Farm Market

1.4 km

Cape May

Battery 223

2.7 km

Nature reserve

the garrett family preserve

2.5 km

Farm

Beach Plum Farm

2.5 km

701 E Lake Dr

Cape May Bird Observatory

3.5 km

Cape Island Creek

2.3 km

Winery

Willow Creek Farm & Winery

2.6 km

Museum

World War II Lookout Tower

3.9 km

Nearby

Washington and Franklin Streets

The Colonial House

590 m

Shopping Area

Washington Street Mall

130 m

Gallery

Washington Street Gallery

130 m

Church

Our Lady Star of the Sea

360 m

Spa Centre

Congress Hall

340 m

Park

Cape May Rotary Park

300 m

Gallery

SOMA NewArt Gallery

90 m

Beach

Cape May Arcade

370 m

Restaurants

Tisha's

130 m

322 Washington St

Boiler Room

70 m

200 Congress St Congress Hall Hotel

La Dona Restaurante Mexicano

100 m

31 Perry St Carpenter's Square

Tommy's Folly Coffee Shop at Congress Hall

200 m

251 Beach Ave

Louisa's Cafe

170 m

104 Jackson Street

Cape May Fish Market

180 m

408 Washington St

George's Place

220 m

301 Beach Avenue

Fins Bar & Grille

230 m

142 Decatur St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.3

Service

8.0

Dining

7.3

4/5 based on 1565 reviews

#16 of 37 hotels in Cape May based on Tripadvisor

Melvin

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms are lovely and very clean, the location is right next to town making it super convenient, but the harsh piped-in music was a bit of a downside. The dining experience was great, though a bit slow, and the service was top-notch. Overall, a wonderful experience and great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are lovely and very clean.

Service

9.0

The service, from valet to front desk, was excellent!

Location

8.0

The hotel is at the most perfect spot in Cape May, right in the midst of the pedestrian walk in downtown Cape May and with a view of tree, carousel, and ocean.

Dining

8.0

The dining at the Blue Pig Tavern was delicious, but a bit slow.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities are great and offer everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Henry

United States, November 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The rooms were decent, and the location was excellent, right in the heart of downtown Cape May. The highlight was the bar in the lobby, offering a nice cozy atmosphere. However, being situated over a nightclub was a bit noisy at night.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were decent and the location excellent.

Service

8.0

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, just steps away from the beach and surrounded by shops and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, but the only drawback was the long wait time for food.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had nice facilities overall.

Larry

United States, June 2023

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the location was perfect near shops and the beach, the noise from the town disturbed me on late weekend evenings. The room was not fully clean upon arrival and wasn't ready at the 3:00 check-in time. Despite these issues, the service was solid and the staff, especially Frank, was super friendly and eager to assist. The dining was good but a bit slow, and I faced some challenges with getting reservations. The pricing seemed fair, and the atmosphere was warm and cozy due to the fireplace and Christmas tree.

Rooms

6.0

The room was not fully clean upon arrival and wasn't ready at the 3:00 check-in time. Noise from the town was bothersome on late weekend evenings.

Service

7.0

The service was overall friendly and customer-first, with Frank going out of his way to help. However, the staff lacked a bit of professionalism.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a perfect location near all the shops and by the beach. The atmosphere with the fireplace and Christmas tree was cozy.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pretty good, but it took about an hour to get our food. Reservations were mixed up, which was frustrating.