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Congress Hall

3.5 of 5
251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Branchburg, New Jersey
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

we have been going to Cape May for the past 20 years, renting a house mostly. Now that we can leave the 3 kids behind we tried Congress Hall. May I say thank you to management at Congress Hall! Bar was wonderful, Blue Pig outstanding, room service top notch and thank you to the beach guy....putting up my umbrella, setting... More

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Mountain View, California, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

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

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MA
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66 reviews 66 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

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.

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Rhode Island
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

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

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Delran, New Jersey
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

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

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Coatesville, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 via mobile

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

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Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

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

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Ramsey, New Jersey, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

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

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new jersey
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

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.

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Ocean, New Jersey
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

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

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What travelers say

  • Blue Pig(20)
  • Brown Room(13)
  • Very nice(8)
  • Ocean views(6)
  • Great Place(5)
  • Blue Pig Tavern(5)
  • Adirondack chairs(3)
  • Great restaurant(3)

Additional Information about Congress Hall

Address: 251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Region: United States > New Jersey > Jersey Shore > Cape May
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Romantic Hotels in Cape May
#7 On the Beach Hotels in Cape May
#13 Family Hotels in Cape May
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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