Cape May's beachfront hotels put you directly on the sand, with properties like the Montreal Beach Resort offering ocean views, an outdoor pool, and an on-site bar and restaurant just steps from the historic district. Budget-minded travelers can opt for The Southwinds, a motel across from the beach with free parking, family rooms, and kitchenettes-rated Superb by guests. For a historic stay, Congress Hall, known as "America's First Seaside Resort," sits in the Victorian District and features a spa, private cabana tents, and individually themed presidential suites.
Expect to pay anywhere from $150 to $400+ per night depending on season and property type. The Beach Shack, a boutique motel with a pool deck overlooking the Atlantic, provides free towels, chairs, and umbrellas, plus dining at the Rusty Nail Restaurant. The Queen Victoria, a bed and breakfast, offers sea views, a sun terrace, and a daily buffet breakfast within a 3-minute walk of the beach. Most hotels include free Wi-Fi, parking, and non-smoking rooms; book early for summer weekends and check for mid-week deals.