Near Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach, Congress Hall provides a nightclub, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beach cabanas, beach massages and sunloungers. Indulge in reflexology, a manicure/pedicure and a deep-tissue massage 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.
Located near the beach, Congress Hall is in Cape May Historic District, a neighbourhood in Cape May. Morey's Piers is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Easy Lynne Theater Company and Cape May Market. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cape May travel guide
200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ, 08204
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
Colonial House
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Cape May Convention Hall
9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Getting around
Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
65 min drive
Restaurants
Congress Hall
4 min walk
Taco Caballito Tequileria
6 min walk
Uncle Bill's Pancake House
3 min walk
Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant
6 min walk
Delaney's
6 min walk
About this property
Congress Hall
Upscale family-friendly hotel by the ocean
Near Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach, Congress Hall provides a nightclub, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beach cabanas, beach massages and sunloungers. Indulge in reflexology, a manicure/pedicure and a deep-tissue massage 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)
A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and smoke-free property
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
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM to 6:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Congress Hall?
As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Congress Hall on 22 Nov 2026 start from £164, including 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 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: 3:00 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?
With direct access to the beach, this Cape May Historic District hotel is just steps away from Beach Ave, Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. Cape May Rotary Park and Easy Lynne Theater Company are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Congress Hall Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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This is in the BEST location, walking distance to everything. Right across the street from the walking mall, beach and great restaurants. The property is so beautiful and well maintained, we can't wait to go back!
We always love staying at Congress Hall. Friendly staff, clean, beautiful, painstakingly maintained, every little detail is a step back in history. It is our first choice to stay when visiting Cape May.
We enjoyed the ambience of the great old building. Only there for two nights, but we ate our meals in the Blue Pig Tavern. Food was wonderful. Ideal location right across the street from the beach. Washington Street Mall was across from the side of the building.
Classic historic property decorated to the nines for the fall and Halloween! Customer service people were excellent, free shrimp at Happy Hoor with Proseco! Lovely beds and rooms, great bar with music!
First time staying there, after visiting its restaurants for years. 10/10 experience. The bathrooms in the rooms felt modern and clean. Not that I was surprised, but I was kind of surprised hahah. Great experience. Especially in October when it was still warm enough to sit outside.
Everything was great. We enjoyed the beach and pool. Outside bar had great service. Breakfast at blue pig was delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Steve
19 Oct 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
There is no coffee in the room. Our room had a big hump in the floor. I know it is old. The fridge was hidden and there was no microwaves in the rooms. The TV was not a smart TV. The staff was extremely helpful and professional.
Location, amenities, friendly staff, cleanliness, this hotel had it all and was worth every penny!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
francis
18 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
$1700 for two nights, had no meals at the hotel. Our room gave you a choice: be hot and clammy or cold and clammy. There was a swail in the floor you needed to traverse to get to the bathroom. The desk staff were professionally cool unlike prior visits where they were friendly and even remembered you the next day. We've decided it was our last visit, no value for the dollar! There are other locations in Cape May.
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
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!
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
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.
Our early May stay was in the off-season, so some understandable repair and cleanup operations were in progress. The staff were generally good, friendly and attentive. The restaurant staff are professional and it (The Blue Pig) is very good in quality. There has no doubt been a staff turnover and some of the newer staff members are still in the training process. It’s a great location with a beautiful view and worth giving a look.
Place was absolutely beautiful. Balcony room is perfect. The Staff from house keeping to management was top notch. Very friendly people ready to assist. Managers Lou & Matt made Congress Hall feel like home. Blue Pig Tavern for breakfest, Brown Room for lunch, Boiler Room for dinner. 👌