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Avondale by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel in Cape May with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 6 PM, pool umbrellas
Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Front of property
Located in the Cape May Historic District, Avondale by the Sea Motel combines a welcoming atmosphere with practical amenities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, a seasonal swimming pool, coffee and tea service in the lobby, and staff who provide helpful concierge services.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
609 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cricket Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Carney's On The Beach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Avondale by the Sea Motel

Motel near Cape May Beach
Located close to Washington Street Mall, Avondale by the Sea Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Avondale by the Sea Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 30 and March 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 6 PM

Property is also known as

Avondale Sea Motel Cape May
Avondale Sea Motel
Avondale By The Sea
Avondale by the Sea Motel Motel
Avondale by the Sea Motel Cape May
Avondale by the Sea Motel Motel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Does Avondale by the Sea Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–6 PM.

Is Avondale by the Sea Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Avondale by the Sea Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Avondale by the Sea Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Avondale by the Sea Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Avondale by the Sea Motel located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this motel is steps from Beach Ave and Cape May Beach. Washington Street Mall and Cape May Convention Hall are also within 5 minutes.

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Avondale by the Sea Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 597 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best resort right on the beach. Close to Washington st and all the restaurants. Staff was awesome and the rooms were clean and updated. Nice pool area and continental breakfast .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome and kind, very accommodating. Room was really clean and quiet. Right across street from the beach and 2 min walk to shops and center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and we enjoyed out stay. The rooms are large and the beds were comfortable. We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and attentive. There was a B&B feel to this hotel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness
A great off-season value. Well-run. Comfortable, sparkling clean room, and nice to have housekeeping without asking, just like the old days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was great. Only small suggestion is to make breakfast earlier for birdwatchers who want to get out early (0600 or 0630).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
We liked room 109 with front and rear doors. Will come again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and the staff was incredible. Location is right across from beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hermanpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place and location. Walk everywhere from here. Hear only the waves and birdsong in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to beach, shops, restaurants, and night life while still being a peaceful location. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Will definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeannie

Liked: Amenities
Great central location. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice family hotel. Rooms are large and it was nice to have a fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great staff and close to everything. Reasonable prices. Will continue to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

A Perfect Weekend

We were very pleased with our stay over the 4th of July weekend. The room was comfortable and clean and the view of the beach was excellent. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The location is central to most things. We will be happy to stay there when we return to Cape May.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time at Avondale. The staff are wonderful. The room is spotless. The location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and offered breakfast each day! If you are big tea drinkers, I would suggest you bring an electric water heater pot! Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable- friendly staff- clean rooms- centrally located- free breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

Exactly what exoected

Nice place for the price. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and right on the beach. Awesome weekend get away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great sea views from the top floor. No elevator but worth the trip up the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

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

Perfect spot

Quick overnight stay. Perfect spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Althea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Nice continental breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Perfect location and sunny balconies!

Lovely stay the first weekend in November. Cant beat the location and view from the 3rd floor balcony! Beautifully renovated and friendly people!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice , clean and comfortable , close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, town is a summer town, limited parking and very few places around hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Avondale is perfectly located for restaurants, shopping and the beach. They also provide a continental breakfest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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