Boarding House Cape May
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#4 of 11 motels in Cape May
Location
4.8
Rooms
4.8
Value
4.7
Cleanliness
5.0
Service
4.9
Sleep Quality
4.6
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The Boarding House is a newly renovated Cape May hotel, inspired by the classic surf-culture of our seaside village. The Boarding House seamlessly weaves laidback vibes with luxury & comfort. Newly reimagined and nestled in the heart of town, the Boarding House is just steps from Cape May’s celebrated restaurants and shops. Grab your surfboard and ride your bike down to the beach, or bask in the sun on our expansive rooftop deck. After a day on the water, return to the Boarding House to rest and restore for tomorrow’s adventures. The Boarding House is proud to incorporate eco-friendly practices and local touches (including paintings and prints from Cape May artists) into your guest experience.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Highchairs available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Rooftop terrace
Street parking
Wifi
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Umbrella
Express check-in / check-out
Room features
Blackout curtains
Air purifier
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Bathrobes
Safe
Seating area
Wardrobe / closet
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Radio
iPod docking station
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Charming
Languages Spoken
English
Location
810 Lafayette St, Cape May, NJ 08204-1645
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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First time staying at the Boarding House and will not be our last! We visited over 4th of July weekend where the hotel was at max capacity. The staff was friendly and always helpful. They welcomed our dog with cookies in the lobby every time she visited!
The entire property - from the outside, to lobby and to our room was spotless & clean. The staff has definitely taken extra precautions for enhanced cleanings during COVID to make guests feel at ease.
Our King Suite had one of the comfiest beds we have ever slept in, and was the perfect size for my husband and I, plus our dog.
Even during 4th of July weekend where the hotel was at max capacity, we never had an issue getting a parking spot any time of day.
The hotel is practically across the street from the Cape May Dog Park and is very close for either walking or driving to any activities during your stay.
There is fresh coffee and fruit in the lobby every morning, and a free happy hour from 5-6pm every day in the lobby. Very nice touch!
Thank you to the Boarding House team for a wonderful weekend. We will see you again!
The entire property - from the outside, to lobby and to our room was spotless & clean. The staff has definitely taken extra precautions for enhanced cleanings during COVID to make guests feel at ease.
Our King Suite had one of the comfiest beds we have ever slept in, and was the perfect size for my husband and I, plus our dog.
Even during 4th of July weekend where the hotel was at max capacity, we never had an issue getting a parking spot any time of day.
The hotel is practically across the street from the Cape May Dog Park and is very close for either walking or driving to any activities during your stay.
There is fresh coffee and fruit in the lobby every morning, and a free happy hour from 5-6pm every day in the lobby. Very nice touch!
Thank you to the Boarding House team for a wonderful weekend. We will see you again!
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Room Tip:Â King Suite is perfect for 2!
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Jul 22, 2020
Hi, Brianna C! Thank you so much for taking the time to share this kind and thoughtful review! We're thrilled that you had such a positive experience here at the Boarding House, and we're especially grateful to hear that you felt safe with this season's heightened cleanliness and sanitation protocols. The safety and comfort of our guests (human and pup alike!) is our top priority always, and especially now. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our hotel's location and amenities, especially the lobby beverages and comfy beds. We love them, too! Thank you so much again for sharing your experience. We look forward to seeing you all again for your next Cape May vacay! Best wishes, The Boarding House Crew
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We stayed at the Boarding House for 4 nights at the end of July. We don't have a dog. There were just 2 of us in a king room.
I loved the code access. There's no worrying about keys/cards to lose. The folks at the front desk were incredibly helpful and kind. Very welcoming. The location is next to a nice large park and was a 5 minute walk to the the shopping/dining area on Washington street and a 15 minute walk to the beach. We like to walk so this was no problem at all.
The rooms are somewhat small, but laid out very thoughtfully with a microwave and a small fridge. Neat surfer chic decor! Loved the retro styling of the microwave and fridge! The bed is a little on the soft side for me, but that may just be me being used to a hard mattress. The property is a renovated hotel that does not have individual balconies, but there is a great rooftop deck that you can hang out on and enjoy cocktails or food.
Parking is tight but there are enough spots for all the rooms and there is plenty of parking on the adjacent road which is not metered.
The recent addition of bikes which are free to sign out was a bonus. Nice, aluminum bikes which we used to ride to the lighthouse one day.
One issue is there is not 24 hr ice availability. The ice was only accessible 9-5 when someone was in the office. Maybe tuck an ice machine in where the outdoor shower is?
Overall, a very nice stay in a neat place, good location, run by very helpful people.
I loved the code access. There's no worrying about keys/cards to lose. The folks at the front desk were incredibly helpful and kind. Very welcoming. The location is next to a nice large park and was a 5 minute walk to the the shopping/dining area on Washington street and a 15 minute walk to the beach. We like to walk so this was no problem at all.
The rooms are somewhat small, but laid out very thoughtfully with a microwave and a small fridge. Neat surfer chic decor! Loved the retro styling of the microwave and fridge! The bed is a little on the soft side for me, but that may just be me being used to a hard mattress. The property is a renovated hotel that does not have individual balconies, but there is a great rooftop deck that you can hang out on and enjoy cocktails or food.
Parking is tight but there are enough spots for all the rooms and there is plenty of parking on the adjacent road which is not metered.
The recent addition of bikes which are free to sign out was a bonus. Nice, aluminum bikes which we used to ride to the lighthouse one day.
One issue is there is not 24 hr ice availability. The ice was only accessible 9-5 when someone was in the office. Maybe tuck an ice machine in where the outdoor shower is?
Overall, a very nice stay in a neat place, good location, run by very helpful people.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Aug 29, 2022
Dear Kippster84, Thank you for your kinds words and review of our property. We are very pleased that you were able to enjoy our amenities such as the bicycles and happy hour drinks on the rooftop, as well as our proximity to the Washington Street Mall and the beach. We have to agree with you, the retro fridge and microwave are two of our favorite items in the rooms! We also completely understand about the ice machine's location and and our team has already been looking into some alternate options to it being housed in the lobby. Stay tuned, we should have a good update for you come next season!
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We stayed at the Boarding House during the first full weekend in which they were allowed to resume short-term rentals. My husband and I had COVID-related reservations about traveling with our toddler, but decided to take our chances and keep our plans, and we are so glad we did. The Boarding House staff did a wonderful job addressing our concerns; our room and amenities were very clean, and all of our interactions were extremely safe and pleasant (even when we were all behind masks!). The Boarding House's location was also great as we were within walking distance of the beach and the mall, but far enough away that we could walk the neighborhood to maintain distance from the crowds. We would absolutely recommend this hotel and look forward to a future stay at the Boarding House during our next visit!
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Jul 15, 2020
Hi there, Melissa M! Thank you so much for choosing the Boarding House and for sharing your experience. The safety and comfort of our guests is our top priority (always, and especially now!), and we are so grateful to hear that you felt safe while staying with us. We look forward to your visit next year. :) Thank you so much again for staying with us, and for taking the time to write this review! Stay safe and well! The Boarding House Crew
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My husband, newborn and pup stayed at The Boarding House for a week last month and it was nothing short of amazing. Not only is the staff warm, friendly and thoughtful, but the property was immaculate and we felt extremely safe with all of the precautions due to COVID. Our room felt like it was out of a magazine/Pinterest board: no detail was left unnoticed between the local art displayed on the walls to the modern, surfer-chic bathroom and bedroom decor. It was so hard to leave because they did such an incredible job of making us feel right at home. To top it off, the sweet owner surprised my husband with locally made cupcakes for his birthday on our last night there. It was the week long getaway that we bother knew that we needed, but had no idea it would be such a vacation to remember thanks to The Boarding House. We’re booking a week next year as well, and already looking forward to it. Do yourself a favor and stay here, you won’t regret it! :)
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Oct 26, 2020
Hi, M7767FJrachelb! Thank you so much for taking the time to share this review, and thank you especially for choosing the Boarding House! We're so grateful that you entrusted us with your family's vacation to Cape May and that you felt safe and comfortable while staying with us. The fact that you all felt right at home means the world to us, and it's why we do what we do! Thank you again for your kindness! We look forward to seeing you again next year. :) Best wishes, The Boarding House Crew
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I was looking for a few days away with my two teenagers and our 5 month old puppy. I randomly called the Boarding House because of their pet-friendly policy and from the moment Katie answered my call I knew we had found the right place. The staff was amazingly kind and accommodating, the room was clean and comfortable, and they went out of their way to make us (and the pup) feel welcome. It's clear the staff at the Boarding House really care about you and sincerely want you to enjoy your stay. We also loved that they support local businesses, everything from the art in the room to the soaps and the cookies are from Cape May businesses! Plus, their COVID policies were well-executed and made us feel safe without feeling stressed
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Response from Katie S, Front Office Manager at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Jun 12, 2020
Dear pamelajZ679DM, Thank you so much for your kinds words, I will sure to share them with the team! It was so much fun having you and your family stay with us at the Boarding House and we especially enjoyed getting to know your new pup! We also appreciate your feedback in regards to the COVID policies we have implemented. The safety and comfort of our guests is definitely our number one priority and you said it best, "safe without feeling stressed". We look forward to your next visit to Cape May and wish you a wonderful start to the summers season! Stay safe and stay happy! Surf's up, Katie
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It was our 1st time to stay away from the boardwalk and this hotel is beautiful and very clean. Fairly new hotel so everything looks so new. We have a puppy who was happy to stay at this hotel too. Our puppy is hypoallergenic and we did not smell any other pet mark inside our room. It exceeded our expectations with its cleanliness, easy check-in and check-out and great service! Janine was very helpful with all our questions. Location was very close by to Cape May boardwalk. Anf there are other beaches within 5 to minute-drive. Will definitely come back!
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Aug 13, 2021
Hi there, Gcrevt! Thank you so much for choosing the Boarding House! We're so happy that you enjoyed everything and that you found our location convenient, even though we aren't right on the beach! We're especially grateful to hear that you and your pup felt welcomed and at home during your stay, and that Janine was able to provide excellent service for you. We look forward to seeing you all again soon! Best Wishes, The Boarding House Crew
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For a family of 4 that usually frequents much larger establishments, we loved the intimate, clean and very fresh vibe of this place. The front desk staff was so friendly, helpful and genuinely accommodating. The room was immaculate, beds were comfy. Enjoyed the rooftop deck, bistro tables outside the rooms, cheerful happy hour each night, walking distance to everything in town, ample street parking for our 2nd car and great to have a reserved spot right onsite. Highly
recommend Boarding House for a pleasant escape!
recommend Boarding House for a pleasant escape!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Sep 2, 2020
Hi there, kanfam2020! We're so grateful that you chose the Boarding House for your recent vacation with your family! We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the room, amenities, and location of our hotel, and that your family had a comfortable and relaxing stay. Thank you so much for sharing this kind review. We hope to see you all again soon! Best wishes, The Boarding House Crew
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Stayed here with my fiancé and the pup for two nights. Katie at the front desk was amazing. Super helpful with providing us a list of dog friendly restaurants and they also provided cape May beer once a day. What a perk! Rooms were clean and smelled better than other hotels I’ve stayed in that don’t allow dogs. I love how they write the dogs names on the lobby chalkboard and had a dog treat waiting.. it made us feel welcomed and sometimes you don’t get that when you have a dog. We brought our Wi-Fi camera to watch the pup when we couldn’t bring her out, but she was fine and they also provide a door sign that says dog in room so the cleaning people don’t enter. Felt very safe - parking was super tight but overall worth it for the secludedness of the hotel.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Jul 20, 2022
Dear bethkY1909QV, Thank you for your kind words, I will be sure to share them with the team! We always say at the Boarding House that we love our human guests, but our pup guests definitely have a special place in our hearts. We are very proud of our housekeeping team and they work very hard to keep the rooms looking and smelling fresh so thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you and your fiancé had a fun and relaxing time in Cape May, and that your pup enjoyed the amenities as much as you did! Have a wonderful rest of your summer and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Stayed over a long weekend in September and had a great experience, will definitely be returning in the future! Front desk folks were so helpful and accommodating, and they even offered to watch our pup when we thought he was going to have some separation anxiety (he wound up settling in just fine, we brought our furbo with us and he just slept on the bed waiting for us to get back), but incredibly sweet that they offered.
Room was clean, modern bathroom, fridge/freezer/microwave and everything else you’d need right there. Coffee and fruit every morning in the lobby, a local roaster makes a special blend for the Boarding House and we were big fans! There’s a nightly happy hour with local craft beers/wine that you can take back to your room or enjoy on the rooftop deck. Directly across from the local dog park so easy options for taking your dog out for some exercise and plenty of friendly dogs nearby. Short walk into town, about 10mins to the Washington St Mall in Cape May.
We absolutely loved the Boarding House, glad we finally made it, and even during the pandemic they were still incredibly accommodating. Cant wait to stay here again!
Room was clean, modern bathroom, fridge/freezer/microwave and everything else you’d need right there. Coffee and fruit every morning in the lobby, a local roaster makes a special blend for the Boarding House and we were big fans! There’s a nightly happy hour with local craft beers/wine that you can take back to your room or enjoy on the rooftop deck. Directly across from the local dog park so easy options for taking your dog out for some exercise and plenty of friendly dogs nearby. Short walk into town, about 10mins to the Washington St Mall in Cape May.
We absolutely loved the Boarding House, glad we finally made it, and even during the pandemic they were still incredibly accommodating. Cant wait to stay here again!
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Oct 2, 2020
Hi there, paulsbutiq! Thank you so much for your review! We're so happy to hear that you had a great stay with us at the Boarding House, and we're especially grateful to hear that your pup settled in nicely and felt at home here. :) We're happy that you enjoyed our amenities and our location, and we greatly appreciate that you felt safe and accommodated while staying with us. Thank you for choosing the Boarding House! We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best wishes, The Boarding House Crew
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For a hotel of its type it is a solid 5 stars. If you expect a Ritz Carlton, you may be disappointed, but you certainly won’t feel more welcomed or at home anywhere else!! Absolutely loved it. The rooms are so well themed and they have thought of everything . . . I mean everything! Clean, bright rooms, extraordinary attention to details: lots of towels, extremely comfortable beds and pillows, unique inclusion of local products, cozy blankets for napping, pour over coffee carafes, super comfy chair and ottoman, fresh coffee in the lobby all day, wine and beer from 4-5 pm daily, upper deck with fabulous breezes AND an agreement with the Montreal Resort that provides guests of the BH with two lounge chairs, two beach towel and an umbrella set up on the beach for you. Plus the hotel provides its guests with the requisite beach tags. But the best part? The staff! I just wanted to hang out with them!!! Janine and Katie are the best!!! Love, love, love this place. So convenient to walk to the shops and restaurants and even the beach. The Montreal is a bit farther, but also still walkable. The hotel is a totally renovated old motel, but the only hint of that is the bathroom area simply because of the old style windows. The bathrooms are so cute with the really fun tiled showers, great sink and toilet. Plenty of room for your stuff! This gem only has 11 rooms so book early!!!
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Katie Sendell, Guest Services / Front Office at Boarding House Cape May
Responded Jul 20, 2022
Dear Lizardbeth61, Thank you so much for your kind words, I will be sure to share them with Janine! We are very proud of the Boarding House and truly appreciate that you appreciate her special qualities. Our local partners are like family and it is important to us that we support and promote each other, plus when the products are amazing it is not that hard to do! It is always our hope that guests will find what they need at the Boarding house whether it is a quiet respite to rest and relax or a homebase for a jam packed weekend filled with tours and activities. We have to agree that having access to the Montreal Beach Club is great, especially not having to carry the chairs and umbrella, and set them up! The beach club team always does a super job! Thank you again for your kind words and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon!
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PRICE RANGE
$262 - $608 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
cape winds hotel cape may
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
The Cape Winds
LOCATION
United StatesNew JerseyJersey ShoreCape May CountyCape May
NUMBER OF ROOMS
11
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boarding House Cape May
Which popular attractions are close to Boarding House Cape May?
Nearby attractions include Sunset Beach Gifts (0.2 miles), Our Lady Star of the Sea Church (0.3 miles), and Valentino's (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Boarding House Cape May?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace.
Which room amenities are available at Boarding House Cape May?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Boarding House Cape May?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea, free instant coffee, and a free welcome drink during their stay.
Is parking available at Boarding House Cape May?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Boarding House Cape May?
Conveniently located restaurants include Washington Inn, Oyster Bay Steak & Seafood, and Mario's Pizza & Italian Eatery.
Is Boarding House Cape May located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Cape May.
Are pets allowed at Boarding House Cape May?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Boarding House Cape May?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Historic Cold Spring Village (2.7 miles), Emlen Physick Estate (0.3 miles), and World War II Lookout Tower (2.6 miles).
Is Boarding House Cape May accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.