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Property class: 4

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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a pergola.
A pool area with white umbrellas and lounge chairs.
A spa entrance with a reception desk, a patterned ceiling, and framed artwork on the wall.
A beach with rows of pink and white beach chairs and umbrellas, and a clear blue sky.
A large hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a flag.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $354
$309 nightly
$354 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

Explore the area

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200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ, 08204
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (South Wing)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (South Wing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (South Wing)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (South Wing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window seat.

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Ocean Side)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, two chairs with floral upholstery, a small table with a lamp, and a dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Ocean Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean Side)

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean Side)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ocean Side)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, a small nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a blue striped carpet.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ocean Side)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Town Side)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Town Side)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

A four-poster bed with white linens, a white dresser with a mirror, and a striped floor.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

A four-poster bed with white linens, a white dresser with a mirror, and a striped floor.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Town Side)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Town Side)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Ocean Side)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Ocean Side)

  • Ocean view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (Ocean Side)

A four-poster bed with a bench, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (Ocean Side)

  • Ocean view
  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

With a stay at Congress Hall in Cape May (Cape May Historic District), you'll be steps from Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. .This beach hotel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Wildwood Boardwalk and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Sunset Beach.

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Congress Hall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carney's On The Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Original Fudge Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Congress Hall

Congress Hall offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Cape May hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Congress Hall Sea Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 107 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a nightclub, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite to eat at Blue Pig Tavern, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM on weekdays.
Blue Pig Tavern - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 30 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Pig Tavern

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1816
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees will apply for smoking in guest rooms or for damages to guest rooms.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 8 AM to 6:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Congress Hall
Congress Hall Cape May
Congress Hall Hotel
Congress Hall Hotel Cape May
Hall Congress
Congress Hall Hotel
Congress Hall Cape May
Congress Hall Hotel Cape May

Congress Hall Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 764 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toddler friendly and easy access to beach with complimentary umbrellas and chair. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing and exceptional accommodations. Love the historic charm!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our first stay at Congress. They hosted an event for our family which also went very well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with a friendly staff and close to everything you might like to do in Cape May. Room was large and very comfortable with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Congress Hall Hotel is a top notch resort. Everything was wonderful. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Congress is an wonderfully historic hotel, steeped in American history. Our room was wonderful. We will absolutely be back for years to come
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool area was great! Showers sucked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mirza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room overlooking the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in/out, turn down service, staff were quick and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Congress Hall was so clean and beautifully decorated for Easter. Had a wonderful time there. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the time of Check-in to checkout everything was perfect. The location of the room by the elevator, cocktails in the Brown Room and breakfast at the Blue Pig, exceeded our expectations. Looking forward to our next stay in the near future! Theresa Sanginiti
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Well done.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Close to everything. Gorgeous view of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Congress Hall. The hotel was impeccably clean, the staff was exceptionally warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere was truly unforgettable—rich with historic charm and character that made the entire experience feel special. The location is unbeatable, with easy access to the beach and all that Cape May has to offer. A truly beautiful property that we would highly recommend and look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Everything about congress hall exceeded our expectations - the room and the view, the brown room for pre dinner cocktails,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful- staff, food, room all exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beach front
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, a touch Victorian in appearance but exudes elegance overall. Large and can accomodate a family easily. Property is large and close to many shopping places. Overall I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lizandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of entertainment on site, great food in restaurants located at hotel, close to shops and other restaurants if you want to venture out. Very clean and organized. Love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laura

Love this historic hotel, perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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