Cape May Historic District

Cape May

A row of historic buildings with a prominent red and white tower in the center.
A row of colorful buildings with red awnings and blue trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a birdhouse.
A sandy beach path with a wooden fence on both sides, leading to the ocean.
A beach with a rocky breakwater and waves crashing onto the shore.
A marina with boats docked at wooden piers during sunset.

Stay near popular Cape May Historic District attractions

A colorful street with shops, benches, and pedestrians.

Washington Street Mall

9.4/10 (1,619 reviews)
In the center of Cape May, stroll around an expansive outdoor mall filled with charming independent shops and stylish restaurants.
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Things to do

Cape May Walking Tour

Cape May Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

RM20
per traveller
Cape May Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

RM205
per adult
Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise
2-Hour Rental of a Single Kayak in Cape May

2-Hour Kayak Rental in Cape May per person

RM135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hour Kayak Rental in Cape May per person
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Top hotels in Cape May Historic District

Congress Hall

Congress Hall

4 out of 5
200 Congress Place Cape May NJ
The price is RM1,292 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM1,292
RM1,629 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Congress Hall
Montreal Beach Resort

Montreal Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
1025 Beach Avenue Cape May NJ
The price is RM519 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
RM519
RM661 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"STOP SCROLLING AND READ THIS BEFORE YOU BOOK THIS HOTEL. What you see online is NOT what we experienced. The photos make this hotel look bright, airy, modern, and like a nice beach resort. Our room was the complete opposite—dark, outdated, peeling walls, 90s decor, and more like a motel than a beach ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Montreal Beach Resort
The Inn of Cape May

The Inn of Cape May

3.5 out of 5
7 Ocean St Cape May NJ
The price is RM1,037 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
RM1,037
RM1,335 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (269 reviews)
"The location and porch were hard to beat. Exactly what we had hoped for. That ended when you got to the room. Old is one thing. Falling apart is another. Bathroom was tiny no room to put anything. Shower had zero pressure and cold was hot and hot was cold. Air conditioner barely worked and could ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

The Inn of Cape May
Mahalo Cape May

Mahalo Cape May

2.5 out of 5
Beach & Madison Avenues Cape May NJ
The price is RM962 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
RM962
RM1,235 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Cape May. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Mahalo Cape May
Avondale by the Sea Motel

Avondale by the Sea Motel

2.5 out of 5
609 Beach Avenue Cape May NJ
The price is RM1,107 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
RM1,107
RM1,269 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (712 reviews)
"very nice hotel right where you want to be. rooms are large and nice views. it's dated though and the smell of bleach is very strong. overall, I'd come here again."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Avondale by the Sea Motel
The Sandpiper Beach Club

The Sandpiper Beach Club

4 out of 5
11 Beach Ave Cape May NJ
The price is RM1,040 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
RM1,040
RM1,311 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Sandpiper Beach Club
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Where to stay in Cape May Historic District

Find the best Cape May Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a lighthouse, beach, and a large parking lot.

North Cape May

While North Cape May may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape May Terminal and Cape May Winery.

A lighthouse, beach, parking lot, and residential area.

Village Green

When in Village Green, you can plan a visit to Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A beach with a rocky breakwater and waves crashing onto the shore.
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Admiral Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Admiral Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape May Beach and Poverty Beach.

A coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, a river, and a residential area.

Cold Spring

While there might not be top attractions in Cold Spring, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Historic Cold Spring Village and Cape May Winery.

Cape May Historic District