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The Beach Shack

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Cape May Beach

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Beach lovers will adore The Beach Shack, with its sun-kissed beach cabanas and white sand shores. Enjoy the on-site restaurant, Rusty Nail, for breakfast to dinner or unwind at the poolside bar while taking in the sunset views.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $296
$373 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Ocean Shack)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Shaka)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Garden Shack)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Garden Surf Shack)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Corner Surf Shack

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite (Lanai) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Lanai)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Garden Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Garden Terrace Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean Terrace Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Beach Ave - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cape May Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May City Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 11 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 52 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Congress Hall - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brown Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Pig Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Beach Shack

When you stay at The Beach Shack, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Rusty Nail, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a bar/lounge are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 77 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Congress Hall - 200 Congress Pl]
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Rusty Nail - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15 to 25 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

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.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Beach Shack

Beach Shack Cape May

Beach Shack Hotel

Beach Shack Hotel Cape May

Shack Beach

The Beach Shack Hotel

The Beach Shack Cape May

The Beach Shack Hotel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Beach Shack?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Beach Shack?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Beach Shack?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Beach Shack?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Beach Shack?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gateway 26 Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Beach Shack and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and beach cabanas.

Are there restaurants at or near The Beach Shack?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Rusty Nail.

What's the area around The Beach Shack like?

The Beach Shack is located near Cape May Beach in Cape May Historic District, a short 8-minute walk from Washington Street Mall and 14 minutes' walk from Cape May Convention Hall.

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Reviews

The Beach Shack Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beach is easily accessible and offers a perfect location for a relaxing stay. (20 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight with its heated feature, ample lounging chairs, and convenient location. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
Beach
Restaurant
Live music
Service staff
Store
Family friendly
Amenities
Bed

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to beach and walking distance to restaurants and street mall.
Digvijay, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very happy with the hotel. Loved the decor and set up. Appreciated the location, right across from the beach and attached to the Rusty Nail. Only thing that could be improved was water pressure in the shower and maybe adding a light in the bunk bed space. Would highly recommend.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were updated with great decor, Large bathroom and great accommdations. Location is very good and within walking distance to the main area of Cape May. I would definitely return the next time I return.
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was very friendly. The room & amenities were very nice.
Kyle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great service from booking to leaving. Concierge reached out and helped make dinner plans, parking was easy, check in and stay was great. Staff at the front desk were wonderful. Great stay, looking forward to coming back in the warmer months.
Maureen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property with kind and helpful staff. Rooms were clean and spacious with a large, wonderful, modern bathroom. Had a great experience and this is December. Can only imagine summer!
Beth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Our room was great downstairs perfect
cathleen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room is beautiful and clean. Prior to the trip, the concierge kept reaching out to see if we needed anything, and were very helpful. I would definitely stay here again. It's amazing.
Michele, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in got in early clean room
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay.. Good location.. right across the street from the beach.. clean and comfortable room..
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place

We had a great time here the beach, the pool and the restaurant were all really good. Just what we needed for a family vacation. We will definitely be coming back.
Ingo, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location and Accommodations.
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a great spot! The first floor was loud to stay on but the location is killer!
Devon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was welcoming and very nice. Property was well kept
Alice, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beach view. Beautiful,modern and clean room.
Madeline, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. The kids loved the bunk beds in our room!
Kaitlin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was fast and easy, front desk staff very polite. Rooms are adorable, we stayed off season so a lot of amenities were closed, but great location
Julian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The food was excellent at the Rusty Nail. I highly recommend the caesar salad. The entertainment on Sat. evening was also great and was nice to be outside with the firepit listening to llive music. The room seemed newly remodeled and the 2 bunk beds was great for our small daughter.
Joanna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beach weekend

Location location location…..right across the street from the beach. Close to everything. Great service. Awesome beach-bar right on property.
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome locale and wonderful staff
Tonya, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had the best time at tge Beach Shack. We loved being across the street from the beach and having a pool with ample lounging chairs. It was also so lovely to have the Rusty nail w/ the fire pits and live music. The smell of the wood burning fireplace at the restaurant was also delightful. We already rebooked for next year since we had such a great experience.
Mary Jane, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved this property! Went this past April with my husband and two kids and had a blast! Plenty of dining places to walk to, including their on-site restaurant, which was delicious. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, rooms surprisingly large. Very good staff service
Nick, 3-night trip