Vintage hotels are usually a disappointment to me. A 200 year old building is going to have some wear. The question is, what wear is OK and what isn't. It may come down to taste, but I think Congress Hall got it right. Examples: bed, windows, shades, lockable safe, sink, bathroom tile...these are all the things that are in excellent... More

We stayed at Congress Hall during April. It was a cold day. The fireplaces in the lobbies and restaurant were working. It was very cozy. Our room, blue and white with a large bathroom, felt like we were in a Victorian novel. It was charming. We enjoyed our meals in the Blue Pig Tavern, too.

Congress Hall is one of the large old establishements going back to the 1800's. Perfect location on Beach Ave. Large lawn with great views of the beach. The Hotel is old, and it shows. Not to say it is falling apart or dirty, but it could use some sprucing up. If your into creaky stairs, etc. you will love it... More

My husband and I had one overnight while birding in Cape May. We loved the old Victorian flavor without being in a small B&B, which we dislike. All common spaces were open, plenty of room, Although the hotel was probably only half full. We are Young retirees and Congress Hall was full of similar couples, although there were young families... More

Best location in Cape May! For the price we paid I was dissapointed with the overall value, I expected more and to be wowed. We would absolutely stay at Congress Hall again, but will look for a better deal in the off season. You can walk to all of the great Cape May shops/restaurants and the Boiler Room was a... More

We thought that Congress Hall would be a first-class establishment...it was not. The Brown Room is old and outdated with tacky appointments and poor service; our room was not that nice, and the smell of onions and garlic wafted through the floor (we were in room 323); very noisy, even though there are signs all over the place that say... More

I love bed and breakfasts but my boyfriend does not so I thought Congress Hall would be a good happy medium. We stayed in a balcony room with the perfect view of the lawn and ocean. The room itself is lovely. Great towels, robes and bedding, plushy and inviting. I love everything about this hotel, the shops, restaurant, cafe etc.... More

What a lovely way to spend a special day in a beautiful room overlooking the ocean with a private balcony. Too beautiful!!! The weather was great,the bed clean and comfortable, the dinner at the Blue Pig delicious. It was perfect.

Congress Hall is awesome across the board. My wife and I stayed here for the second year in a row. The Brown Room in my opinion makes the whole hotel for their ambiance, drinks, and food. The staff is excellent and the people who visit the hotel are so much fun. The only downside and it's a small one at... More