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Congress Hall
251 Beach Avenue
Cape May, NJ 08204
Nightly Rates (370.00 - 470.00) 4 Star




Arrival Date	Departure Date	Adults	Children

Property Description

Our Historic hotel is a haven of relaxed elegance, fun, charm and luxury. Set amid landscaped grounds overlooking one of Cape May's finest beaches, Congress Hall is just steps from the ocean. We have a heated outdoor pool where you can enjoy a cocktail or meal delivered directly to your chaise lounge. Our four story property is home to 106 beautifully furnished rooms and three luxurious suites. Congress Hall is pleased to also have The Blue Pig Tavern, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as The Boiler Room, where you can dance until the wee hours of the morning.

	Amenities
	Air Conditioned AM/FM Alarm Clock ATM/Cash Machine Balcony Bar/Lounge Bath Tub Beach View Business Center CD Player City View Conference Facilities Concierge Desk Connecting Rooms Cordless Phone Cribs Available 24 Hour Front Desk Dinner Handicapped Rooms/Facilities Doorman Desk with lamp Elevators Express Checkout Fire Alarm with Light Fishing Free Parking Gift Shop Golf Hairdryers Available Heated Guest Rooms Ice Machine High speed internet access Iron Ironing Board King Bed Laundry Service Lounge	Lounge Maid Service In Room Movies Meeting/Banquet Facilities No Smoking Rooms/Facilities Night Club Free Newspaper News Stand On the Ocean Ocean View Pool Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Pool View Outdoor Parking Valet Parking Queen Bed Radio Restaurant Room Service Shops/Commercial Services Shower Sitting Area Smoke Detectors Fitness Center or Spa Sprinklers In Rooms Telephone Temperature Control Toilet Turndown Service TV Television with Cable TV Remote Control Wake-up Service Wheel Chair Access

Room Information

King Oceanview

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Spacious room with ocean views. These guest rooms offer a choice of (1) king or (2) queen beds as well as deluxe bathrooms featuring Aveda amenities. Enjoy the view of the great lawn and ocean from your room.
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Deluxe Oceanv w/ bal

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Spacious Ocean View room with balcony These guest rooms offer king beds and deluxe bathrooms featuring Aveda amenties. Enjoy the view of the great lawn and ocean from your private balcony.
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King Townview

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King room with Town view These spacious rooms are perfect for families, offering (1) king or (2) two queen beds, affording quaint town views. Bathrooms feature Aveda amenites.
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Premium Annex View

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Premium Annex (NO) View These rooms overlook an adjacent part of our hotel; they have no view of the street or ocean. These rooms are similar in size to our Premium Town View rooms. All rooms are non-smoking.

Queen ocean view

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Ocean View rooms These guest rooms offer a choice of (1) queen bed as well as deluxe bathrooms featuring Aveda amenities. Enjoy the view of the great lawn and ocean from your room.

Queen Townview

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Town view rooms These rooms offer (1) queen bed, affording quaint town views. Bathrooms feature Aveda amenites.

Run of House

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Best available room at time of booking All rooms are non-smoking

Run of House

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Best available room at time of booking All rooms are non-smoking

Wedding Room Block

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Wedding Room Block

	Rate Disclaimer
	All rates indicated are for search purposes only; check availability to verify rate.

	Miscellaneous Information
	American Dollars is the native currency. Check in time is 1500 Check out time is 1200 Time Zone is -5 106 rooms. 0 suites. 4 floors.

Directions

From New York (APPROX 3 hrs): Exit Manhattan to New Jersey Turnpike. Take NJ Turnpike South to Exit 11 for the Garden State Parkway. Take the GS Parkway to the end, Exit '0', to 109 South. Follow 109 over the Cape May bridge onto Lafayette Street. Follow Lafayette approximately 2 miles to stop sign at Jackson Street. Turn left onto Jackson, and make an immediate right turn onto Mansion Street. Continue to stop sign and turn left onto Perry Street. Make first right onto Congress Place, and turn left into the reception area. From Philadelphia (APPROX 1 hr, 45 min): Walt Whitman Bridge to 42 South, to Atlantic City Expressway East. Take the A.C. Expressway to the Garden State Parkway south. G.S. Parkway to end, Exit '0', to 109 South, Follow Route 109 over the Cape May bridge onto Lafayette Street. Follow Lafayette Street approximately 1.5 miles until you dead end at Jackson Street. Turn left onto Jackson Street and immediately turn right onto Mansion Street. Continue to stop sign and turn left onto Perry Street. Make first right onto Congress Place and turn left into hotel reception area. From Washington/Baltimore (APPROX 3 hrs): Take 95 North to Delaware Memorial Bridge. Follow Route 40 East to Route 55 South to end (at Route 47 South). Take 47 South to the Garden State Parkway South. Follow the Garden State Parkway South to end, to 109 South. Follow 109 South over the Cape May bridge onto Lafayette Street. Follow Lafayette approximately 2 miles to stop sign at Jackson Street and make an immediate right onto Mansion Street. Continue to the stop sign and make a left onto Perry Street. Make the first right onto congress Place, and left into the reception area. From the Cape May-Lewes Ferry (APPROX 10 min): From the Ferry Terminal in North cape May, follow the signs for 109 South and the Garden State Parkway. Take 109 South over the Cape May bridge and onto Lafayette Street. Follow Lafayette approximately 2 miles to stop sign at Jackson Street. Make a left onto Jackson, and an immediate right onto Mansion Street. Continue until stop sign, and make a left onto Perry Street. At the first right, Congress Place, Turn and make a left into the reception area.

	Guarantee Policy
	Varies by rate plan booked. Check availability for more information.

	Cancellation Policy
	Varies by rate plan booked. Check availability for more information.

Restaurants in and Around Cape May

410 Bank Street	Price Range: $31 to $50
410 Bank St Cape May NJ (609)884-2127 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Caribbean Creole

Alexander's	Price Range: $31 to $50
Alexander's Inn 653 Washington St Cape May NJ (609)884-2555 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	French

Cucina Rose	Price Range: $16 to $30
Washington Street Mall 301 Washington St Cape May NJ (609)898-9800 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Italian

Daniel's on Broadway	Price Range: $51 or more
416 South Broadway West Cape May NJ (609)898-8770 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New) Seafood

Dry Dock Ice Cream Bar & Grill	Price Range: $15 and below
1440 Texas Ave Cape May NJ (609)884-3434 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Hamburgers Ice Cream Parlor

Ebbit Room, The	Price Range: $51 or more
Virginia Hotel 25 Jackson St Cape May NJ (609)884-5700 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Fresco's	Price Range: $31 to $50
412 Bank St Cape May NJ (609)884-0366 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Italian

Jersey Sailor Restaurant & Show	Price Range: $16 to $30
735 Seashore Rd (Rt 626) Cape May NJ 08204 (609)884-1845 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Seafood

Lobster House	Price Range: $31 to $50
Fisherman's Wharf 906 Schellenger's Landing Rd Cape May NJ (609)884-8296 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Seafood

Mad Batter	Price Range: $16 to $30
Carrol Villa Hotel 19 Jackson St Cape May NJ (609)884-5970 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (Traditional)

Mansion House	Price Range: $31 to $50
311 Mansion St Cape May NJ (609)884-0200 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	Seafood

Merion Inn, The	Price Range: $31 to $50
106 Decatur St Cape May NJ (609)884-8363 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (Traditional)

Pelican Club	Price Range: $31 to $50
Hotel Marquis de Lafayette 501 Beach Dr Cape May NJ (609)884-3500 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Peter Shields Inn	Price Range: $31 to $50
1301 Beach Dr Cape May NJ (609)884-9090 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Tisha's Fine Dining	Price Range: $31 to $50
714 Beach Ave Cape May NJ (609)884-9119 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Ugly Mug	Price Range: $16 to $30
426 Washington St Cape May NJ (609)884-3459 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (Traditional)

Union Park	Price Range: $31 to $50
Hotel Macomber 727 Beach Ave Cape May NJ (609)884-8811 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Washington Inn	Price Range: $51 or more
801 Washington St Cape May NJ (609)884-5697 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (Traditional)

Waters Edge	Price Range: $31 to $50
1317 Beach Dr Cape May NJ (609)884-1717 About 0 miles from Cape May Map	American (New)

Groff's	Price Range: $16 to $30
423 East Magnolia Ave Wildwood NJ (609)522-5474 About 5.9 miles from Cape May Map	Seafood

Maureen	Price Range: $31 to $50
3601 Atlantic Ave Wildwood NJ (609)522-7747 About 5.9 miles from Cape May Map	Eclectic

	Meeting Facility
	Meeting / Conference Information We do have conference and banquet facilities, seating up to 300 guests. Our business center also includes several breakout rooms. Audio/Visual equipment is available upon request.

What's Happening in and Around Cape May

October 2008

Midnight at the Physick Estate Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 24, 25, 31.
25 lucky people will get to spend midnight in the haunted Physick Estate with author and ghost investigator Craig McManus. Craig will share his experiences and perhaps channel a spirit or two.

Cape May Wine Festival - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 11 and 12 (Rain date, Monday, October 13).
This is your opportunity to sample (and buy) the superb award-winning wines from New Jersey, listen to live music, stroll through crafters and buy wine-related items to take home, attend educational seminars, purchase gourmet food, and visit The Kids Zone which has activities especially for the younger attendees, and much, much more.

Victorian Week Mediums, Well Done: The World of Victorian Spiritualism Tea & Lecture - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Tuesday, October 14.
This lecture at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café located on the grounds of the Physick Estate explores the world of séances, ouija boards, fairies and ectoplasm and shows why the Victorian world was so fascinated by mediums and psychics. Includes Elegant Afternoon Tea. Limited to 50 people; advance reservations highly recommended.

Victorian Week Murder Mystery Luncheon - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 19.
Interact with the characters and solve the mystery as you enjoy a four-course luncheon at Aleathea’s at the Inn of Cape May. Limited event; reservations necessary.

Cape May Wine School - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
September 28, October 26, November 23, December 21
Learn to discern and appreciate fine wines in this informative class at the Washington Inn, 801 Washington Street.

Vintage Dance Weekend - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Saturday October 11 and Sunday October 12.
Includes three workshops with instructors in 19th century dance from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 in Cape May. $45 for three classes. A Vintage Ball will be held 8-11 p.m. the same night. $25 per person. A Tea Dance will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 at the Chalfonte Hotel. $20 per person. An all-inclusive Dance Weekend Package is $75 per person. Dances feature live music of the period and light refreshments. Vintage costume encouraged.

Phantoms of Cape May Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 18.
Enjoy a self-guided tour of Cape May’s Victorian treasures with a twist. See them decked out in ghoulish fashion for the Halloween season. Includes admission to the Phantoms of the Physick Estate Tour. Includes trolley shuttle.

Madame Parmentier’s Psychic Tea - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 18, 25
Enjoy a Halloween-themed tea at the Carriage House Tearoom and Cafe located on the grounds of the Physick Estate and learn what the future holds for you (all in good fun, of course). During the tea, you may encounter wandering fortune-tellers or the odd phrenologist. Includes Tea Luncheon. Reservations necessary.

The Other Side: The World of victorian Spiritualism Exhibit - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
April 25 - November 9, 2008
This exhibit explores the world of seances, ouija boards, fairies and ectoplasm through photographs and artifacts and shows why the Victorian world was so fascinated by mediums and psychics.

Historic Haunts Combo Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 17, 18, 24, 25.
Get into the spirit of things on a trolley tour of some of Cape May’s regal Victorian residences, reputed to host more than the living. Then it’s a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate with a discussion of Victorian spiritualism.

Fall Harvest Beer Tasting Dinner - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 17.
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Mad Batter on historic Jackson Street with a four-course dinner featuring beers from South Jersey’s own Flying Fish Brewery with each course. Limited to 60 people.

Phantoms of the Physick Estate Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 18, 25
Visit Cape May’s original haunted house and stroll Scarecrow Alley. Come to Dr. Physick’s estate for this special self-guided tour featuring a variety of Victorian Halloween happenings including spooky sounds, special effects and scary stuff.

Victorian Week Cape May INNteriors Tour & Tea - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 14 and 16
These tours display the interiors of four historic bed and breakfast inns and guesthouses. A refreshing tea, complete with freshly baked delights, is provided at the historic Chalfonte Hotel.

Victorian Week Victorian Tour & Tales - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Saturday, October 11.
Encounter costumed Victorians as you stroll the streets of Cape May’s Historic District. Learn about its history and architecture and visit the interiors of eight inns, where owners or guides will share their stories. Includes admission to the Emlen Physick Estate and trolley shuttle.

Murder Mystery Luncheon - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 26.
Who dunnit? Find out as a cast of likely suspects invades the dining room at Aleathea’s at the Inn of Cape May. Solve the mystery and vie for prizes as you enjoy your meal. Reservations necessary.

Trick or Treat at the Physick Estate - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 31.
Some spooky characters are waiting at the Emlen Physick Estate with treats for good little ghosts and goblins and pirates and princesses.

Champagne Brunch Walk - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Sunday, October 12.
Build up your appetite with a walking tour of Victorian Cape May’s Historic District, and then enjoy a Southern-style breakfast buffet at the historic Chalfonte Hotel. Champagne mimosas are included.

Chocolate Fantasy Buffet - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 12 and November 22
If you love chocolate (and who doesn’t?), you won’t to miss the Chocolate Fantasy Buffet. Milk or dark, whatever your preference, you can fulfill your chocolate fantasy in the decadence of a completely chocolate buffet. Washington Inn Chef Kathleen Cressman-Pastiu will be on hand to share the secrets of her trade.

Victorian Week Murder Mystery Dinner - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 12 - 14 and October 17 & 18.
Interact with the characters and solve the mystery as you enjoy a four-course dinner at the Chalfonte Hotel. Reservations necessary.

Cape May’s Fourth Annual Designer Show House - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Open through Sunday, Oct. 19.
The 1915 Otis Townsend residence at 115 Reading Ave. is Cape May’s outstanding example of the Craftsman style, which incorporates clean lines and natural materials. Discover this charming home with fabulous structural details that has been restored to its original glory and made over by some of the region’s top designers and suppliers. Breakfast at Aleathea’s at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St., and show house tour combinations are available Sundays at 9 a.m. Tour and luncheon packages at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café are available daily at 11:30 a.m. Free trolley shuttle from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth and the Emlen Physick Estate.

Cape May Designer Show House Tour & Tea - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 13, 15, 17.
Enjoy a trolley ride from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth to the Designer Show House and learn about Cape May history on the way. Enjoy the innovative work of the many designers involved in the project and then finish your experience with light refreshments at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café before you return to the Mall.

Spirited Cape May Weekend - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Oct. 24-26, 2008
Triple your enjoyment by combining a Wine Tasting dinner, Winery Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class for a weekend of total indulgence.

Trolley Brunch - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Wednesday, October 15.
A Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour followed by a gourmet brunch at the Mad Batter Restaurant.

Victorian Week Fashion Nostalgia Tea & Lecture - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 16.
Enjoy a presentation about vintage fashions, accessories, traditions and pop culture at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café located on the grounds of the Physick Estate. Audience participation encouraged. Includes Elegant Afternoon Tea. Limited to 50 people; advance reservations highly recommended.

Historic Haunts Combo Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 17, 18
Get into the spirit of things on a trolley tour of some of Cape May’s regal Victorian residences, reputed to host more than the living. Then it’s a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate with a discussion of Victorian spiritualism.

A Ride with the Ghostwriter - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 24, 25
This 45 minute evening trolley ride takes you through the streets of Cape May’s Historic District with psychic medium Craig McManus (the Ghostwriter of Exit Zero fame) providing the narration. Craig will talk about ghosts and spirits, the history of the houses where he has sensed activity and legends of ghost activity in Cape May.

Feast of the Phantoms - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 18.
New in 2008! Dine if you dare. Join fellow ghouls and goblins for a Halloween-themed feast at the Carriage House Tearoom and Cafe located on the grounds of the Physick Estate. Costumes encouraged and prizes will be awarded. Includes complimentary admission to Phantoms of the Physick Estate Tour.

Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
October 18.
Travel the ghostly path that leads to the Cape May Lighthouse. Listen to the ghost tales along the way that have been unearthed by psychic medium Craig McManus. Feel the presence of the spirits at the Light. Climb to the top or stay below. Enjoy your ghostly experience.

November

Holiday Preview Weekend - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
November 21-23.
Get a head start on the holiday season and enjoy a variety of special Christmas tours and events before the crowds arrive. Don’t miss the official Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 22. Santa arrives at 7 p.m. to flip the switch and light the hundreds of bulbs on the tree. Includes Holly Trolley Tours, a Physick Family Christmas, Evening Wassail Tours and more.

Spirited Cape May Weekend - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Nov. 21-23, 2008
Triple your enjoyment by combining a Wine Tasting Dinner, Winery Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class for a weekend of total indulgence.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
November 21 through January 4.
An exhibit of holiday traditions through the years complete with vintage Santas, model trains, trees, toys and much more!

Holiday Preview Weekend Wine Tasting Dinner - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
November 21.
This five-course dinner at the Mad Batter Restaurant on historic Jackson Street features cuisine and wines from the Atlantic to the Pacific coast. Limited to 60 people.

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
November 22.
Come to the grounds of the Physick Estate for the Christmas tree lighting with special guests Santa Claus and Dr. Physick. Refreshments will be served, and guests may enjoy a free self-guided tour of the Physick Estate.

December

Holiday Wine Tasting Dinner - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
December 12.
Enjoy a five course dinner of holiday cuisine paired with little known varietal wines at the Mad Batter Restaurant on historic Jackson Street. Limited to 60 people.

Holiday Cooking Class and Lunch - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
December 13
Join the chef from the Mad Batter on historic Jackson Street for a quick class on cooking for the holidays. Includes lunch at the famous restaurant. Limited to 30 people.

Spirited Cape May Weekend - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
Dec. 19-21, 2008
Triple your enjoyment by combining a Wine Tasting dinner, Winery Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class for a weekend of total indulgence.

35th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
December 6, 13, 27.
This self-guided tour, the main attraction of Cape May’s festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hotels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate and the Carriage House Gallery. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys.

Dickens Christmas Extravaganza - Cape May , Cape May County
About 0 miles from Cape May
December 7 to 9.
Enjoy the sights and sounds, tastes and scents of Dickens’ era. A variety of lectures and performances about Dickens and the Victorian world are offered daily. The festivities conclude with a proper Victorian Feast. Complete packages with accommodations are also available.

January 2009

Recreation Information

Cape May is host to year 'round activities and special events. Many activities that occur all year long include birding & nature studies, deep sea fishing and dolphin/whale watching, Wander through Cape May's one-of-a-kind shops or relax with a lemonade on the promenade. Several golf courses are within a few minutes' drive. Kayaking & salt marsh tours are avaiable in season.

Area Attractions

Spend the afternoon at Cape May Point, taking in the nature trails and natural flora & fauna. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the covered recreation areas while relaxing away from the hustle of downtown. Just a 10 minute drive to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, where a peaceful 80 minute ride awaits you. Upon disembarking in Lewes, shop at Rehoboth Beach's many fine retail outlets. A 45 minute drive to South Jersey's gambling paradise, Atlantic City! Catch a high energy show at one of the casinos, or try your luck at the roulette wheel!

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Other Lodging in and Around Cape May (199 Found)

Atlas Inn	Hotel/Motel
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