The Mainstay Inn

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Washington Street Mall

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Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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635 Columbia Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪136 min drive‬

Room options

President Harrison

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Henry Clay

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Henry Sawyer

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Cardinal Gibbons

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Stonewall Jackson Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

General Grant Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Windsor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bret Harte

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Clara Barton

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Henry Ford

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Lillie Langtry

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stephen Decatur

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located in Cape May Historic District, The Mainstay Inn is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. This 16-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Colonial House - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kohr's Bros - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Mainstay Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Washington Street Mall
At The Mainstay Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with concierge services, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, a picnic area, and a garden.
15-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Private yards, ceiling fans, and ironing boards are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 35.00 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 9 and younger (only guests older than 9 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 35.00 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Mainstay Inn Cape May
The Mainstay Inn Bed & breakfast
The Mainstay Inn Bed & breakfast Cape May

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Mainstay Inn?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Cape May Historic District within a 10-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. You'll also find Emlen Physick Estate and Beach Ave less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Mainstay Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Mainstay Inn have a casino at the property?

No, The Mainstay Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Mainstay Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Mainstay Inn?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like Champagne service as well as proposal/romance packages and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Mainstay Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Mainstay Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Mainstay Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does The Mainstay Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Mainstay Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Mainstay Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Mainstay Inn?

The closest major airport to The Mainstay Inn is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is 6.3 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is around 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Mainstay Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Mainstay Inn.

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