Find Historic Hotels in Cape May, NJ

You’re already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your vacation in Cape May. While you’re visiting, you may want to admire the scenic seaside.

Based on our travel expertise, Congress Hall is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 2 restaurants and free WiFi. Colonial House is a short 9-minute walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Chalfonte Hotel and Marquis de Lafayette Hotel.

In Cape May, there are 831 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Cape May is notable for landmarks like Colonial House, World War II Lookout Tower, and Historic Cold Spring Village. Cultural venues include Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum, Cape May Stage Professional Equity Theater, and Easy Lynne Theater Company. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Cape May, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Cape May, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.