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Chalfonte Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian hotel within walking distance of Washington Street Mall

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Exterior
Old Laundry Cottage | Terrace/patio
Old Laundry Cottage | Private kitchen
Interior
Bridal Suite | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cape May Historic District is home to Chalfonte Hotel, where beach lovers can unwind with beach umbrellas and enjoy WiFi in the comfort of their room. Guests rave about the hotel's proximity to Cape May Beach and appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited hour front desk

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Queen Euro | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Euro

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Premium | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Premium

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bridal Suite | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bridal Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Full Euro | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Full Euro

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Twin Euro | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Twin Euro

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Full Suite | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Full Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 Howard St, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 15 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 51 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kohr's Bros - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cricket Club - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chalfonte Hotel

Chalfonte Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of Wildwood Boardwalk and Sunset Beach. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 65 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1876
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Chalfonte Hotel Hotel
Chalfonte Hotel Cape May
Chalfonte Hotel Hotel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Chalfonte Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chalfonte Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Chalfonte Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gateway 26 Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Chalfonte Hotel like?

Chalfonte Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Washington Street Mall and 5 minutes' walk from Cape May Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Chalfonte Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers complimentary beach passes with chairs and umbrellas, providing a convenient and enjoyable beach experience for guests. (23 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered delicious food, convenient dining options, and a charming atmosphere. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast was outstanding and the food, including pancakes, was highly recommended. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Beach
Service staff
Cape
Location
Restaurant
Bed
Live music
Parking
Ambience

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoys my stay at a historic hotel. Great food, live music at the King Edward bar on site.Close to beaches, restaurants, & shops.
Michael J, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Shops and restaurants were in walking distance! Also the beach! There wasn't a kitchen in our room or my friends room. It was a nice historic hotel and a fair price. Our only complaint was not knowing there was two booked weddings during our stay. Which limited our access to the restaurant and bar in the hotel. So we learned a lesson about CapeMay, September is wedding season there. Not the hotels fault, but we will ask next time if they are having big events.
Edwin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very nice day at the shelf on hotel. The staff are lovely. The rooms were clean, and that charm of the Victorian style building and history were great.
Jenna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It’s a lovely historic hotel. Our stay was great. The staff is very hospitable and friendly. The rooms are very clean.
Slawa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

air conditioning as basic amenity. no TV/mini fridge/microwave in rooms. convenient to the mall and the beach but no direct view. while we enjoyed the historic hotel overall, was not quite a fan of all the stairs to the rooms and lack of dependable nearby (free) parking, especially with all the scheduled events/weddings at the hotel. On a positive note, dinner at the magnolia room restaurant was amazing. fried chicken was most definitely worth the hype.
Therese, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a quaint place. Clean and charming
Donna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Being able to experience to live shortly at this historic hotel
Mirasol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very charming and centrally located down town. will stay here again as well as family have been staying here for many years.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed how close this hotel was to the Washington Street Mall and the beach.
Haley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful Victorian property full of classic charm. Its location is convenient to multiple options such as dining, shopping and beach time. The staff was wonderful.
LISA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed the Victorian-era design and charm of the Chalfonte, especially the wrap-around balcony with rocking chairs and tables. It was an easy walk from the hotel to the Convention Center and the beach.
Ronald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vintage property with cool public spaces. Live music featuring very talented rhythm and blues. Restaurant is convenient. I was lucky with street parking and the beach umbrella and lounge chairs are a plus. The front desk was super helpful. They brought my bags up to my 3rd floor room. If you like the vintage feel this place a good choice. I will book here again.
chandana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, welcoming stay

The owners are lovely; the historic hotel is charming, welcoming and super clean. The screened in porch off Room 1 was beautiful and much appreciated!
ELIZABETH, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ez parking walking to shops restaurants.
Carolyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool historic hotel that made us feel like the heydays of Cap May. It was a short trip so we did not get to experience the restaurant or bar. Everything was well maintained. Bathrooms new. Great bed. Nic e little coffee area and a nice evig porch to get your first cupa in the sun. No TVs in room but it feels like a special place overall.
Anne-Sophie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was very clean, but could use some updating. The thermostat in our room showed 91% humidity and a guest accidentally set off the fire alarm while using a hair dryer. There is no tv or mini fridge. Location is great and it was not difficult to find nearby street parking.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was uniformly great. Decor is very Victorian! Not so great having to climb lots of stairs - no elevators. Plumbing fixtures in bathroom awful! Plumbing and electricity very dated throughout. Only 1 TV in the coffee room, they should also put 1 or 2 in the bar. Outdoor music fun and lively scene.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay both in and off season. Will definitely be coming back 😊💯
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay!
Joanne, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

There is no electricity at my hotel
shanshan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very unique, fun place to stay!
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All perfect.
Eileen A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A delightful one night stay in a quaint old victorian era hotel. We stayed in the Southern House which is used in winter time I guess. Nicely appointed old property reminescent of many years ago in downtown cape may, near the beach and convention hall. Definitely recommend if you dont mind winding stairs.
peter, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

No TV -which I neglected to read before booking. Not a B&B. Breakfast is a la carte. No fridge in room. I had to throw my very expensive leftovers away. They DO however, give a pass for beach valet service which is really great! Staff is nice. Would only stay again out of necessity though.
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Antoinette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely historic property; so clean and well maintained. The beds are very comfy and I particularly enjoy the in-room sinks separate from the bathroom, so convenient. The hosts are terrific, communicative, and helpful. They were super responsive when I accidentally locked myself out one evening. There is also a delightful shared cosy kitchen nook/ area with microwave, refrigerator, makings for coffee, tea- overall just a wonderful, special experience. I've already been back two more times after my first stay, and look forward to many more future visits to the Chalafonte!
ELIZABETH, 2-night trip