I read some of the negative reviews, and was a bit surprised. The various cookie-cutter motels and bed and beakfasts are BORING. The Abbey B+B has more character than any place I have stayed in for a shore trip. Yes the floor boards creak sometimes, but if you like looking at antique Victorian decor then this is where you want... more

I had a wonderful time. I never experienced Cape May in such a way. The horse drawn carriages, the homes, and the quaintness and atmosphere of the town was fantastic. I would recommend The Abbey and Jay Shotz to everyone that may like to travel to Cape May! more

As other reviewers have noted in response to some of the more petulant comments found on this site, The Abbey is not a cookie-cutter experience. This isn't the Super 8, folks -- there are no identical, sterile rooms, blaring widescreen TVs, or 'flu-inducing chilly blasts from central air conditioning. If you want these "amenities", stay in a motel, not a... more

Value, location history and an Innkeeper that is down to earth and makes you feel very welcome! The staff is more than attentive and accomodating and keeps the rooms in excellent shape I hope Jay never sells it, for strictly selfish reasons more

We've been visiting Cape May for 20+ years and have been welcomed at the Abbey for each visit. A lovely Victorian B&B which brings one back to a slower time, when the Jersey shore was a "beach resort". Definately the place to relax, enjoy the company of like minded guests and to be "shocked" by the irreverent and totally entertaining... more

If you are looking for a truly relaxing get away from our high tech world and want to go back to a bygone era filled with fabulous antiques in every nook and cranny... your search is ended with The Abbey. Jay, the innkeeper, storyteller extraordinaire will keep you mesmerized with laughter, history and tales on everything from Cape May to... more

Wow. I really can not believe what some of the people have written here about The Abbey. I was shocked to read them after my stay. Thank goodness I did not read them before my stay or i may have missed out on a wonderful weekend. Yes. The Abbey is old. It is about 140 years old. So the windows... more

It may have been nice back in the day. But stay away. I would have been happier sleeping in my car instead of this dump. My wife and I have been going to Cape May for years. We love Cape May and have had a great time at all the previous BB. First there is more dust in this place/parlor... more

Do NOT stay at the Abbey! The room is uncomfortable and awkward, the property is run down, the breakfast is bad, but it is the host who is really awful. Even if the price seems low, don’t do it! We booked on line only to receive a rude phone call the next day telling us that we couldn’t have the... more