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Congress Hall

4.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool, near Washington Street Mall

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Coffee shop
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Front of property - evening/night
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

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200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ, 08204
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪136 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds (South Wing)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (South Wing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

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

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

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

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Town Side)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Ocean Side)

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

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Junior Suite, Ocean View (Ocean Side)

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

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located in Cape May Historic District, Congress Hall is adjacent to Cape May Beach and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Washington Street Mall. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 107 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Congress Hall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Pig Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Congress Hall

Family fun on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool, near Washington Street Mall
Guests of Congress Hall enjoy a full-service spa, a nightclub, and a gym. If you plan to drive, free valet parking is available. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a kids' club.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, safes, and phones.
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.

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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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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: 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • 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 these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to October.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • 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

What can I see near Congress Hall?

This hotel is situated in Cape May Historic District, just steps from Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. You'll also find Emlen Physick Estate and Cape May City Hall less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Congress Hall?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Congress Hall on Nov 18, 2025 start from $170.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Congress Hall?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Congress Hall?

Congress Hall Sea Spa is the hotel's spa and services include prenatal massages, deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy.

Does Congress Hall include a casino on the premises?

No, Congress Hall doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Congress Hall?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8 AM and 6:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from May until October.

Is Congress Hall a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a poolside bar, 2 restaurants, and massages on the beach.

Does Congress Hall have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Congress Hall have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Congress Hall has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge.

Will Congress Hall allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Congress Hall.

Are there connecting rooms at Congress Hall?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Congress Hall?

The closest major airport to Congress Hall is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is 6.2 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Congress Hall?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or city views.

Does Congress Hall host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Congress Hall if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Congress Hall Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

elubertazzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an issue in our room. Tub water was brown and there was a dog poop left next to the bed. We reported both things but nothing was done. I felt something could have been adjusted. I cleaned up the poo but we could not use the bath.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

marcelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inette

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonella

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manushaqe

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Clare

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is absolutely perfect except for the water pressure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert Rayner

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YAIR

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

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