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The Dormer House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, 6-minute walk to Washington Street Mall

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Close to Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach, The Dormer House provides free full breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Romantic Room, Ensuite (Commodore John Jacoby Sui)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Diana Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Mary Francis Denning Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Shannon Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (Sleigh Room) | Free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (Sleigh Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cottage, Ensuite (Smith Cottage)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Ensuite (The Anthony Hunsicker Roo)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room) | Free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite)

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite) | Free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room)

Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room) | Free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite)

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite) | Free WiFi

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room)

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room) | Free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room)

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room) | Free WiFi

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Cape May Historic District, a neighborhood in Cape May, is home to The Dormer House. Washington Street Mall and Wildwood Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape May Beach and Wildwood Beach. Morey's Piers and Cape May Model Trains are also worth visiting. Visit our Cape May travel guide
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Map
800 Columbia Avenue, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Colonial House
    Colonial House
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape May, New Jersey
    Cape May Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Washington Street Mall showing street scenes and a small town or village
    Washington Street Mall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Cape May City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • CPF3R8 The side of the new Cape May Convention Center, Cape May, New Jersey, USA
    Cape May Convention Hall
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Caballito Tequileria
    7 min walk
  • Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar
    7 min walk
  • Out There Coffee
    6 min walk
  • Cape May Peanut Butter Co.
    7 min walk

About this property

The Dormer House

Bed & breakfast near Washington Street Mall
Close to Cape May Beach, The Dormer House provides amenities like free full breakfast and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dormer House have amenities such as free WiFi.

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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

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Dormer House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dormer House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dormer House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dormer House located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Colonial House, Washington Street Mall, and Cape May Beach. Fireman's Hall History Museum and Cape May City Hall are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Dormer House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 521 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 521 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 521 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 521 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 521 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place Simple and quiet Breakfast was very good People staying there where all nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful up kept place with delicious breakfasts and cookies Very Victorian!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Dormer House staff were warm and welcoming and room was spotless. Huge, delicious breakfast served daily along with tea and cookies each afternoon. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nancy, the hostess, welcomed us as we checked in. The room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean facilities and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dormer House is a perfect Bed and Breakfast. Everything was clean and welcoming. Nancy, who is the on-site manager, is warm and friendly. Breakfast was delicious! And it was so beautifully decorated for Christmas!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and food were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda and Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nancy and staff were fantastic!very accommodating and even recommended a better room for us! Breakfast absolutely delicious! Rooms were clean- just a bit dated. We would absolutely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were clean. Angie was courteous and mad our stay very pleasant. The complementary breakfast was delicious and took the worry out of choosing another place to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times and love the convenience of being a short walk from everything we like to do. The property is beautiful and we love sitting on the front porch for tea!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

A perfect stay in the heart of Cape May

This is a charming bed-and-breakfast right in the heart of historic Cape May. Very easy to walk to the shops and restaurants on Washington Street. Also an easy walk to the beach. Everything is so nice.
Antique rose room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Nancy was amazing and kind. Breakfast was great! Perfect way to kick off the Christmas season. Another point is that they have their own parking lot!!!! So important especially being there on the busiest weekend. Loved it all ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Walt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice served breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location that is walkable to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The off street parking is a big plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast included. Great location to Washington Street mall and area shops and restaurants. Free parking. Lovely porch to rock, people watch and enjoy a glass of wine. Overall a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, friendly people, and excellent breakfasts. Would recommend for a weekend visit or longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all helpful and friendly. The breakfast is always fresh and delicious. Parking is behind house private and the rooms are kept very clean. I e been coming here for years.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay in Cape May. Welcoming and comfortable, friendly staff, great breakfast, cozy touches, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband & I enjoyed our 4 night stay at the Dormer House. The location was within easy walking distance of the center of Cape May, and the on-site parking was much appreciated. Nancy and her staff were delightful, especially during the breakfast hour. The food was delicious and served with a smile. I would highly recommend staying at Dormer House when in Cape May.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable accommodations, and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ERCAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband I enjoyed our time. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was delicious. The room was clean and we were satisfied with our stay, spending our 14th anniversary with you guys
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025