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The Dormer House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, 6-minute walk to Washington Street Mall

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Diana Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Shannon Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (Shannon Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Sleigh Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cottage, Ensuite (Smith Cottage) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Romantic Cottage, Ensuite (Smith Cottage)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (The Anthony Hunsicker Roo) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Anthony Hunsicker Roo)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located in Cape May Historic District, The Dormer House is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. This 13-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emlen Physick Estate - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kohr's Bros - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A Ca Mia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Buoy Coffee Shop - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Dormer House

Bed & breakfast with free parking, 6-minute walk to Washington Street Mall
The Dormer House features free WiFi in public areas and a fireplace in the lobby. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a water dispenser.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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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

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near The Dormer House?

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 Colonial House less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Dormer House?

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

Does The Dormer House feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Dormer House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dormer House?

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

Is The Dormer House good for couples?

Amenities at this bed u0026 breakfast that appeal to couples include jetted bathtubs and bathrobes in some guestrooms.

Are there hot tubs at The Dormer House?

No, but some guestrooms at this bed & breakfast feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Dormer House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Dormer House offers free full breakfasts though there is no restaurant.

Will The Dormer House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dormer House.

Does The Dormer House have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Dormer House?

The closest major airport to The Dormer House is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is 6.1 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Dormer House?

No, at The Dormer House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Dormer House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 494 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times and love the convenience of being a short walk from everything we like to do. The property is beautiful and we love sitting on the front porch for tea!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about our stay The Dormer House was wonderful The room was comfortable the property is clean The staff is friendly The breakfast was delicious every day and we loved the tea at three! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All in all, a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyssa

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Angela July 18,2025 Hats off to The Dormer House! I love the Victorian Era. Nancy gave a warm greeting and checked on all guests. All staff were friendly and helpful, making my stay comfortable. The breakfasts were homemade and absolutely delicious every morning (I could count on the delicious coffee as well!). Cleanliness, central location to the beach and shopping, and convenient parking are all a plus. I will definitely return to The Dormer House. Stayed 4 nights in July 2025
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable. The inn was centrally located to shops and beach.Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milagros

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

Dormer House

Wonderful stay. Great staff, delicious daily breakfast, desserts and freshly baked cookies. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire, Baldwinsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay in Cape May. Welcoming and comfortable, friendly staff, great breakfast, cozy touches, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's been a long time since we stayed at a B&B in Cape May. The Dormer House is in a good location and we walked to the beach, restaurants, and to meet up with tours. I really enjoyed our room because we had a sitting area, giving us space to watch a little TV at night and work out in the morning. The small refrigerator was also helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic!

I had a wonderful experience at the Dormer House. It was clean and charming. Very close to downtown and the beach. Breakfast was delicious, the staff was warm and courteous, and my room was perfect! I rented the Dormer suite, which had a huge private bathroom and sunken tub. The a/c unit worked great even with the room being on the third floor and during a heatwave. Would highly recommend and I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nancy greeted us like family as usual. The breakfasts are fantastic and staff is always friendly. Have stayed here numerous times and as always everything is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

8/10 Good

Shaun

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

Brilliant place shame about the electrics.

Our stay was very nice and the team were very polite and helpful. Would have been 5 star apart from the power tripping out and impacting our air con when over 100F. Needs a load load check and training of staff to reset breakers fast. I am sure with some planning this one issue could be over come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with partner
We've been visiting Dormer House for some years and continue to love the location, the excellent parking area and the low key porch vibe. And staff have always been uniformly pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the room. Love the outstanding housekeeping. Breakfast needs work with more healthy options. Odd lack of any sense of ownership, our first experience with a "corporate" B&B. Personal touches are gone since place was sold. We stayed here twice before the sale.We will probably go back as we love the room and quiet location. Parking is easy too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

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

Quaint B&B

We loved our stay in the Antique Rose room. It was on the 3rd floor but stairs are no issue for us. Room was spacious and comfortable. Pillows could have been better, but I would do best traveling with my own because this is usually an issue. The breakfast and seating area were lovely, coffee was good, and staff was attentive. Great location and parking was so easy.
Breakfast on the porch
Antique Rose Room
Common area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Cozy B&B in the heart of Victorian Cape May. Easy 5 minute walk to the beach or the shops. The room was clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious and served either in the enclosed porch, or in our case, on the open porch. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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