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Boarding House Cape May

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Washington Street Mall

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Boarding House Cape May is in the heart of this historic coastal town, offering a free daily manager's reception and in-room WiFi. Guests can explore the nearby nature reserve, bike along Washington Street Mall, or visit the iconic Cape May Lighthouse.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Single Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
810 Lafayette St., Cape May, NJ 08204, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape May Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape May Winery - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kohr's Bros - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Boarding House Cape May

Motel near Washington Street Mall
Located close to Cape May Beach and Cape May Lighthouse, Boarding House Cape May provides a free daily manager's reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Boarding House Cape May feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cape Winds Motel Cape May
Boarding House Cape May Motel
Cape Winds Cape May
Cape Winds Hotel Cape May
Boarding House Cape May Motel
Boarding House Cape May Cape May
Boarding House Cape May Motel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Is Boarding House Cape May pet-friendly?

Yes, Boarding House Cape May allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Boarding House Cape May?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Boarding House Cape May?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Boarding House Cape May?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Boarding House Cape May located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Sunset Beach and Cape May Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Boarding House Cape May Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the staff were top notch. The rooms were exceptionally clean and well appointed. They thought of everything; great coffee, amazingly comfortable bed and bedding and a gourmet dog treat for my puppy! I will Definitely return there my next trip to beautiful Cape May.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very nice place to stay in Cape May!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe, updated space, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms, very clean, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, great location, and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Dog friendly. Very friendly service. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easy and clean

What an amazing place in cape may, perfect for us, park across the street, great stay with a dog.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not all restorations need to be Victorian!

It was lovely to stay at this beautifully restored mid century modern hotel. The decor is simple and very coastal with ship lat walls and planked floors. The amenities are too many to list. The beds and linens - were uber comfortable. The bathroom shower was a luxury and so was the pour over coffee. We brought two mugs home wit us. Parking is not easy so get there close to check in if you can. And plan to leave your car. We walked into town in just a few minutes every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay in Cape May, and the Boarding House was a big part of that. Great location - VERY walkable to everything on the shore. Clean, quiet, and the rooftop deck is a nice addition! The staff was tremendous from pre-booking through the stay itself. I think the only possible critical thing I would have to say is in reference to the parking, which isn't really in their control. It's tight, and each room gets 1 space. If one person doesn't park correctly, it's an issue. However, on street parking is right there, and I wouldn't have any safety / crime concerns at all.

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and spacious. Stayed in a “dog” room as traveling with pet. You’d never know it. Meticulous. No smells. Loved the “happy hour” welcome of local beer and wine in the lobby area. Huge dog friendly park right across the street was so convenient. Definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

melannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome pet friendly hotel. Clean and accommodating. We are looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great dog friendly option. Room was clean and modern. Complimentary coffee was also awesome. Went in October, so not during peak beach season. Enjoyed it for an autumn getaway. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the personal touches. Within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Pet friendly. Dog park across the street. Could be sound proofed much better. The parking spots are too narrow for regular-sized vehicles. Almost got parked in several times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. Super clean and pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the dog park across the street, the staff were very accommodating with anything I needed and the rooms and area were very clean. It was an awesome place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic spot to stay with pups!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The room was perfect, the rooftop was fun and being able to walk to shopping, dining and the beach was incredible. I would definitely stay again and would not hesitate to refer friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in Cape May, parking on the property is tight but there is public parking on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent week-long stay. It was easily walkable to the downtown shops, restaurants and the beach. We traveled with our puppy and there were no problems accommodating him. Overall a very nice place and we would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and modern. The amenities were great. We loved having our pup with us and appreciated all the dog-friendly items on the property. We also loved the bikes that were available. This enhanced our stay in cape May.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would 100% recommend The Boarding House!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is so nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely!!!!’
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very relaxed, welcoming and helpful. Location was convenient without the stress of being in the middle of the bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024