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Congress Hall

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy pristine beaches with yoga sessions and poolside relaxation at this historic Cape May retreat, where beach days blend with wellness

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Congress Hall offers a refined getaway in Cape May's Historic District. Relax on white sand beaches with cabana service and massages, or visit the onsite spa for Swedish treatments. Enjoy meals at two restaurants and quick refreshments at the coffee shop.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (South Wing)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

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Individually furnished
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  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (South Wing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

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Individually furnished
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  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

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Individually furnished
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Fridge
Flat-screen TV
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  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Ocean Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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Balcony
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean Side)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ocean Side)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Town Side)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

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Individually furnished
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Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Town Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Individually furnished
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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

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Individually furnished
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Air conditioning
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Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Ocean Side)

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Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View (Ocean Side)

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Individually furnished
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Air conditioning
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Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, Congress Hall is in Cape May Historic District, a neighbourhood in Cape May. Washington Street Mall and Wildwood Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape May Beach and Wildwood Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Morey's Piers and Cape May Market. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cape May travel guide
Map
200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall which includes a small town or village and street scenes
    Washington Street Mall
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cape May, New Jersey
    Cape May Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Cape May City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • CPF3R8 The side of the new Cape May Convention Center, Cape May, New Jersey, USA
    Cape May Convention Hall
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape May Stage
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Congress Hall
    4 min walk
  • Uncle Bill's Pancake House
    3 min walk
  • Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • The Blue Pig Tavern
    3 min walk
  • Delaney's
    6 min walk

About this property

Congress Hall

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Cape May Beach
Located close to Washington Street Mall, Congress Hall provides a nightclub, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach cabanas and beach massages. Indulge in a body scrub, a facial and hydrotherapy at Congress Hall Sea Spa, the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as beach yoga. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach towels, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 107 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

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)
  • Cot (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
  • On 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.
  • Lift (88 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1816
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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: 4:00 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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 10 per cent 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Congress Hall have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is Congress Hall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Congress Hall?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Congress Hall?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Congress Hall?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Congress Hall located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape May Historic District hotel is steps away from Beach Ave, Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. Cape May Rotary Park and Cape May Stage are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Congress Hall Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service all around
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, but old… obviously. We were there in December and the bathroom window wouldn’t close all the way so the bathroom was very cold. The staff is very friendly, best place to stay in Cape May during the Holidays.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Pleasant staff. Attention to details. Wonderful Christmas experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was immaculate. Bed was very comfortable , great shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ismael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma and Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Forgot all about the horrible weather. Staff was lovely. Don’t miss the historic tour of Congress Hall. Dining and Brown Room for drinks all top drawer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our entire experience was excellent. The property is very nice, and the entire staff was helpful and friendly. We particularly enjoyed the Brown Room for an after dinner drink and live entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Iconic hotel right in center of Cape May. Very comfortable rooms and great service. Definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the staff excellent Only problem was that the A/C in the room was so loud that we did not get any sleep...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful views of ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that there was a fabulous spa onsite. Excellent choices for onsite restaurants too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible Hotel! Very helpful and accommodating staff in every department, delicious eateries, beautiful building. Comfortable and amenities filled rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selwyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This historic hotel has exceptional staff service and is beautifully appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YAIR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and very accommodating. Concierge service was very attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel and location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodations and excellent location within town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

NANCY

The view was stunning. Property beautiful. Hotel very busy. 4 weddings during our stay! My room was very small, my friends had beautiful rooms. Also I was on second floor above the lobby. Although convenient very noisy at night as people were in the lobby when no room in bar. The surrounding area was great. Close to Mall outside shopping and we walked everywhere. Nice pool as well. Had rocking chairs along building in back with heaters if you got chilly. Our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Our favorite place to go and eat or get a drink in Cape May, we finally stayed over and it did not disappoint! Classy place, just perfect place for my wife and I to relax and get away… Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant. Scallops were our favorite. Quick access to shopping area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie

Just a wonderful stay all around. The spa was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great as always. Beautiful hotel, great outdoor spaces, excellent restaurants and bars. Elevator has been slightly malfunctioning since the last time we were here, about 6 months ago. Up button doesn’t work which confused the elevator when you press an upper floor. Door would close and then reopen before finally closing again and taking you up. Surprised it hadn’t been fixed yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Amenities
Convenient location. Room was clean. Ambience was wonderful. Staff were attentive and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Great staff beautiful grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

All staff friendly and very attentive. Very walkable to shopping and restaurants. Beach across street.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025