Cape May, NJ is a beautiful serene spot for a weekend getaway or extended vacation. To get the full experience of this historic and quaint town, staying in a bed and breakfast is the way to go. The hard part is choosing one! For a small town, Cape May has an extensive amount of bed and breakfasts available to choose from. Here is a guide to the top b&b’s in the Cape May area!
This stunning victorian bed and breakfast is only one block from the beach and just a few short steps to the town’s shops and restaurants! Appropriately named for its structure and decor, The Queen Victoria delivers nothing short of perfection. Visitors are treated like family while staying here with a staff that is always warm and professional. Mostly anytime you stay, you will have the opportunity to meet and chat with the bed and breakfast owners. Visitors can choose from 35 rooms and suites all equipped with a private bath and mini fridge. Some suites even come with a cozy fireplace and luxurious canopy beds! With your stay you get a complimentary buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and snacks, and unlimited beverages from the kitchen. No matter which room you choose, you’re sure to feel like you’re at home while staying at The Queen Victoria!
Half a block from the beach with ocean views, Angel of the sea is on the quiet East side of Cape May. It is hard to miss the large beautiful pink victorian structure! Winner of a countless number of awards, this bed and breakfast aims to please. There are 27 rooms to choose from all with private bathrooms, some even equipped with original clawfoot bathtubs. Matching the victorian structure, the classy and elegant decor transports you back in time. This b&b knows every person is on a different time schedule, so they serve their complimentary breakfast from 8-10. Start at the buffet lined with coffee, juices, fruit, muffins, and cereal. Then guests get to choose between special entrees of the day. Tea and snacks are always available for guests in the kitchen and parlor. Allow the friendly and professional staff to help you plan out your day to make your stay at Angel of the Sea perfect!
The name gives away its exterior charm that continues as soon as you walk inside! Guests are greeted with classical music and helpful staff members upon entry. The Gingerbread House Bed and Breakfast is right in the center of Cape May’s victorian historic district. You are just under a block away from the beach and two blocks from the Victorian Shopping Center. You will feel cozy and comfortable during your stay at this b&b which hosts six private guest rooms with several private baths. A homemade breakfast awaits whenever you awaken from 8:30 until 10. Enjoy muffins, cinnamon buns, homemade granola cereal, or a variety of fruit along with a hot breakfast casserole. Enjoy coffee, tea, and homemade baked goods throughout your stay. Check their website for specials and packages to make your stay extra special!
Victorian historic charm will leave you in awe when you pull up to this grand bed and breakfast. This is the perfect place to unwind away from your hectic lives any time of year. There are 11 beautiful guest rooms with private baths, some with antique clawfoot bathtubs. But no matter which room you choose, you will be well taken care of! Grab a book in the library and relax by the warmth of the fireplace, but even more so of the staff. Take a short walk to the beach or shops to complete your charming Cape May b&b experience. The Bedford Inn serves buffet style breakfast from 8:30-10. Choose from delicious foods like stuffed french toast, eggs florentine, belgian waffles, or fruit to kick start your morning. Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate is also available 24 hours a day! The staff will cater to your every need to ensure you the perfect experience!
The Mooring on Stockton Ave is another great place to stay! A block from the beach and a short stroll into town through the beautiful architecture in the city. It’s a smaller b&b, but very intimate and one of the hosts, Vince Casale, is a Cape May native and will happily provide information on any aspect of Cape May you could imagine. Plus, onsite parking!