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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a wooden wall and shelves with plants.

A coastal road with benches and a beach in the background.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with light-colored cabinets.

1. Montreal Beach Resort

Cape May Historic District

$123

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a view of the city through a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, two wall-mounted lamps, and two framed pictures.

A beachside hotel with a swimming pool, beach umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

2. Avondale by the Sea Motel

Cape May Historic District

$135

$155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through a window.

A room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a flower vase, and a view of the beach through an open door.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar area, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a beach in the foreground.

3. Marquis de Lafayette Hotel

Cape May Historic District

$129

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A hotel sign with the name "ICONA Cape May".

A spacious room with a patterned carpet, white furniture, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

4. ICONA Cape May

Cape May

$148

$190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a pergola.

A pool area with white umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A beach with rows of pink and white beach chairs and umbrellas, and a clear blue sky.

A large hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a flag.

5. Congress Hall

Cape May Historic District

$184

$232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beach scene with people walking and sitting on the sand, a pier, and a sunset in the background.

A view of a beachside road with parked cars and a flag.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a brick wall.

6. Jetty Motel

Cape May Historic District

$128

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with blue lounge chairs and umbrellas, a hotel building with balconies, and a clear blue sky.

A beach with rows of blue lounge chairs, a water tower, and a row of buildings with balconies.

A row of blue and white sun loungers on artificial grass, with flags and a lamp post in the background.

A table with various items, a large potted plant, and a view of the beach through a window with a wrought iron railing.

7. Grand Hotel of Cape May

Cape May

$155

$187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A waterfall cascading over a rocky ledge into a pool.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a central fire pit.

A reception desk with a white and black color scheme, a mounted TV, and a framed painting on the wall.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, stainless steel sink, and a built-in refrigerator.

8. The Cape

Cold Spring

$133

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A yellow building with a sign indicating it's a motel, inn, and coffee shop.

A spa entrance with a reception desk, a patterned ceiling, and framed artwork on the wall.

A swimming pool with white umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A beach with rows of pink and white beach chairs and umbrellas.

9. The Star Inn

Cape May Historic District

$175

$221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating.

A row of single-story houses with front porches, a brick pathway, and a small garden area.

A garden with a pathway, rocks, and various plants.

A residential house with a porch, a small garden with various plants and a rock border.

10. Coastal Estate

Cold Spring

$155

$287 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An aerial view of a beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a lifeguard tower, and a boat on the sand.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, and wicker pendant lights.

A covered porch with a white ceiling, a beige sofa, and black wicker chairs.

A couple in a swimming pool with a clear sky and trees in the background.

11. The Beach Club on Madison Avenue

Cape May

$199

$228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A beachside patio with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking the ocean.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with balconies, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with wicker chairs, a bar area, and large windows overlooking a sunny outdoor area.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a road.

12. The Beach Shack

Cape May Historic District

$147

$185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A large, historic house with a prominent tower and a wrap-around porch.

A traditional room with wooden furniture, a chandelier, and a red carpet.

A sunset over a beach with waves and a clear sky.

A porch with white wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with boats and people.

13. Angel of the Sea

Cape May

$170

$195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A beach with a wide sandy shore and gentle waves.

A dining area with white chairs and a round table, a candle holder, and a glass with a drink.

A poolside area with white lounge chairs and a person sitting on one.

A large, ornate building with multiple balconies and a steeply pitched roof.

14. The Inn of Cape May

Cape May Historic District

$190

$233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and a bar.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

A beach with rows of sunbeds and umbrellas, a few people walking, and a boat in the background.

A table set for dining with a view of the beach and ocean.

15. Ocean Club Hotel

Cape May

$206

$253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A porch with wicker furniture, a covered table with a plant, and a decorative wreath.

A dining room with a long wooden table, red walls, and maritime-themed murals.

A room with a green sofa, a pink chair, a wooden desk, and a lamp.

16. Bedford Inn

Cape May Historic District

$229

$272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A Victorian-style house with a prominent tower, a white picket fence, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.

A traditional living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a staircase.

A wooden staircase with ornate balusters and a stained glass window at the top.

A sign for Beauclair's Bed Breakfast with a phone number and a 'No Vacancy' notice.

17. Beauclaires Bed & Breakfast Inn

Cape May Historic District

$221

$253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A beach cabana with a wooden deck, two red chairs, and an American flag.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden fence.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with columns, and a clear sky.

A bar setting with a bartender, a glass of a beverage garnished with lime and mint, and a dimly lit background with shelves of bottles.

18. Virginia Hotel

Cape May Historic District

$269

$339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A rooftop terrace with blue lounge chairs and white umbrellas labeled "Sandpiper."

An aerial view of a beach with rows of pink and white umbrellas and beach chairs, and people enjoying the beach and the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a wooden dining table with chairs.

19. The Sandpiper Beach Club

Cape May Historic District

$249

$314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker furniture, and a bag on the table.

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A spacious restaurant with high wooden ceilings and large windows offering views of the outdoors. Tables are set with white chairs and wine glasses.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

20. La Mer Beachfront Resort

Cape May

$249

$285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Top neighborhoods in Cape May

A row of historic buildings with a prominent red and white tower in the center.

A church with a red door and a sign that says "Cape May Stage."

A row of colorful buildings with red awnings and blue trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a birdhouse.

A street lined with lush greenery, a historic building labeled "COLUMBIA HOUSE GRAND VICTORIAN SUITES," and a pedestrian pathway.

A brick fountain with water spouting from the center, surrounded by a circular brick walkway.

Cape May Historic District

Cape May Historic District serves up America's largest collection of Victorian architecture with over 600 preserved buildings from the 1800s. Stroll the Washington Street Mall's car-free shopping zone or catch a show at Cape May Stage. Beach lovers can soak up the sun along pristine Atlantic shorelines while history buffs explore the Emlen Physick Estate and climb Cape May Lighthouse for sweeping ocean views. Victorian bed and breakfasts with wraparound porches offer charming accommodations throughout the district. Fresh seafood restaurants and boutique shops fill restored buildings, creating a perfect blend of beachside relaxation and historical exploration. The area is highly walkable with seasonal trolley tours connecting major attractions.

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A coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, a river, and a residential area.

Cold Spring

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A coastal town with a lighthouse, beach, and a large parking lot.

A coastal town with sandy beaches and houses along the shore.

A calm river with a clear sky and a distant bridge.

North Cape May

Cape May's North Cape May neighborhood offers attractions including Cape May Terminal.

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A lighthouse, beach, parking lot, and residential area.

Village Green

Village Green wraps visitors in the charming embrace of Victorian Cape May at its most picture-perfect. Car-free pathways wind past ornate "Painted Ladies" with gingerbread trim and soft pastel hues. The central lawn provides a peaceful spot between boutique shops, art galleries, and the nearby Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. History buffs will adore the meticulously preserved architecture throughout this National Historic Landmark district. Local artisan shops offer handmade crafts, while restaurants serve upscale casual fare in Victorian settings. Most visitors stay in historic bed & breakfasts with antique furnishings and modern comforts tucked discreetly away. Everything is wonderfully walkable, with Cape May's beaches just a few blocks from this quiet, history-rich haven.

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A beach with a rocky breakwater and waves crashing onto the shore.

A beach with rocks and waves under a cloudy sky.

Admiral Estates

Admiral Estates offers a quiet retreat from Cape May's tourist bustle while keeping you close to the action. Victorian-style homes with ornate trim and pastel colors create a picturesque backdrop for morning strolls under tree-canopied streets. The peaceful residential atmosphere is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic local experience away from crowds. While the neighborhood lacks restaurants and shops, downtown Cape May's dining and shopping options are just a short drive away. Beach lovers can easily access Cape May Beach and Cape May Point State Park by car. Accommodation options include private vacation rentals and charming bed & breakfasts in historic properties.

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Top landmarks in Cape May

Cape May Beach

9.4/10 (120 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, Cape May Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from central Cape May. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Poverty Beach and Sunset Beach.

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A town square with a prominent green clock, brick-paved streets, and various storefronts.

Washington Street Mall

9.4/10 (1,619 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Washington Street Mall in Cape May Historic District. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. Splash some more cash at Beach Ave.

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A large, rusted shipwreck partially submerged in calm water.

Sunset Beach

9.4/10 (1,569 reviews)

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Sunset Beach, located 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from central Cape May. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Cape May Beach and Poverty Beach.

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A wooden deck with large glass windows overlooking the ocean.

Cape May Convention Hall

8.8/10 (314 reviews)

Cape May Convention Hall is worth a pic or two when discovering Cape May Historic District. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

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A rustic barn with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel driveway.

Cape May Winery

9.0/10 (284 reviews)

Travelers might want a tour of Cape May Winery, just one of the places to visit, and located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Cape May. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

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A country store with a porch, American flags, and a sign that reads "Country Store."

Historic Cold Spring Village

8.6/10 (101 reviews)

Historic Cold Spring Village is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Cape May, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Cape May has to offer, head to Cape May Winery, Poverty Beach, and Washington Street Mall.

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Poverty Beach

9.0/10 (235 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Poverty Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from central Cape May. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Cape May Beach, Sunset Beach, and Five Mile Beach.

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Cape May Market

9.0/10 (8 reviews)

Cape May Market is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central West Cape May, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at Cape May Market, you'll love Cape May Model Trains and Easy Lynne Theater Company, both a short walk away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best cheap hotels in Cape May?

For a cheap hotel in Cape May with glowing reviews, consider The Beach Club on Madison Avenue, which features free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool.

Are there any cheap motels in Cape May?

If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Cape May, consider booking a motel. Take a look at The Beach Club on Madison Avenue where you'll find free WiFi and free parking. Or think about Avondale by the Sea Motel or Mahalo Cape May for a comfy base without the hefty price tag.

What are the best cheap things to do in Cape May?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Cape May, enjoy the outdoors at Cape May Beach or Sunset Beach. Be certain to include a visit to Poverty Beach.