The Chalfonte Hotel, Cape May ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

301 Howard St, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

The Chalfonte Hotel, a historic 3-star Cape May hotel, offers warm Southern-style hospitality and is recognized as the oldest original hotel in the area. Guests enjoy a unique seashore experience with access to amenities such as the nationally acclaimed Magnolia Room Restaurant and the King Edward Bar.

Rooms & Amenities

Simplistic guest rooms at The Chalfonte Hotel feature crisp linens and cool seaside colors, free from modern electronics like televisions and telephones. Accommodation options include Chalfonte Suites with private baths, Standard Rooms with European baths, and cottage rentals that allow for larger groups.

Dining Options

Dining at The Chalfonte revolves around the Magnolia Room, serving Southern-style fare using family recipes that have been cherished for over 75 years. Guests can enjoy a drink at the King Edward Bar, which offers a selection of domestic and imported beers and wines.

Leisure & Events

The Chalfonte Hotel provides various event spaces for meetings or weddings, including outdoor ceremonies in the Secret Garden. The hotel is also known for hosting local music events like the Americana party, creating opportunities for entertainment and socializing.

Transportation & Local Area

Parking near The Chalfonte is street-based with guidance available from the Front Desk staff for free parking spots. The nearest airport is Atlantic City International Airport, located 46.5 miles away, with transportation options including NJ Transit buses and Cape May-Lewes Ferry services.

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Standard Double Room

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2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

15 m²

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1 Double bed

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Queen Room

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2 persons

18 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Cape May 1.1 km

Airports

Atlantic City International (ACY) 72.1 km

Osvaldo Vieira International (oxb) 96.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Internet

Free internet access

No Smoking

Non-smoking property

General

Non-smoking property
Free internet access

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Location

301 Howard St, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

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301 Howard St, Cape May, New Jersey, United States, 08204

City landmarks

1048 Washington St

Emlen Physick Estate

1.0 km

Shopping Area

Washington Street Mall

770 m

Church

Our Lady Star of the Sea

680 m

Gallery

Washington Street Gallery

680 m

525 Elmira St

Cape May Model Trains

1.0 km

Spa Centre

Congress Hall

630 m

Nature reserve

Nature Center of Cape May

2.0 km

Park

Cape May Rotary Park

680 m

Beach

Cape May Arcade

680 m

Gallery

SOMA NewArt Gallery

680 m

1048 Washington St

Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities

810 m

692 Sunset Blvd

South Cape May Meadows

1.6 km

Beach Ave

Cape May Beach

1.3 km

Cape May Public Beach

1.0 km

Wilbraham Park

1.1 km

Cape Island Creek

1.9 km

Market

Duckie's Farm Market

1.5 km

Nature reserve

the garrett family preserve

2.8 km

Park

Cape May Lighthouse

3.7 km

Cape May

Battery 223

3.3 km

Farm

Beach Plum Farm

2.9 km

Winery

Willow Creek Farm & Winery

2.9 km

Park

Cape May Point State Park

3.6 km

701 E Lake Dr

Cape May Bird Observatory

4.0 km

Beach

Higbee Beach

3.9 km

Nearby

Washington and Franklin Streets

The Colonial House

330 m

714 Beach Ave

Cape May Convention Hall

550 m

Seafood dining

450 m

905 Page St

Steger Beach Services

350 m

645 Lafayette St

The Stephen Smith House

510 m

Restaurants

Rita's Italian Ice

570 m

711 Beach Ave

Mario's Pizza and Italian Eatery

730 m

315 Ocean St Washington Commons Mall In the Acme Parking Lot

Avalon Coffee of Cape May

560 m

7 Gurney St

Cape May Peanut Butter Co

550 m

516 Carpenter Ln

Bonnie's Toppings Frozen Dessert

740 m

315 Ocean St Unit 8B Washington Commons Mall

Cione Gelato

740 m

315 Ocean St Washington Commons

Out There Coffee

620 m

315 Ocean St Unit 22

Stewart's Root Beer

650 m

500 Washington St

Jojo Pizza

640 m

509 Washington St

RSK Doughnuts

630 m

Grant and beach ave

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