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Grand Hotel of Cape May

2.5 star property
On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Washington Street Mall

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bi-level Townhouse Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean & Pool View | View from room
Indoor wedding
1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Suite, Kitchenette, Sundeck View Exterior Entrance | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor wedding area
Grand Hotel of Cape May offers a beachfront getaway with a nightclub and poolside bar. Relax in beach cabanas, unwind in the spa tub, or lounge on the white sand shore. The arcade/game room is ideal for families, and E.M. Hemingway's restaurant serves meals all day.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool

Room options

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1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Suite, Kitchenette, Sundeck View Exterior Entrance | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Suite, Kitchenette, Sundeck View Exterior Entrance

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Bi-level Townhouse Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean & Pool View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bi-level Townhouse Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Kitchenette, Ocean & Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Side Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Side Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View, Ground Floor Exterior Entrance | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View, Ground Floor Exterior Entrance

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View, Exterior Entrance

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, No View or Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cape May, Grand Hotel of Cape May is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach, while Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wildwood Crest Tennis Center or Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 96th St. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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Map
1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Washington Street Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cape May Winery - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar and Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A Ca Mia - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel of Cape May

Hotel near Cape May Beach
Washington Street Mall is located near Grand Hotel of Cape May, which provides a nightclub, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beach cabanas, and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, E.M. Hemingway's, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • An elevator, a nature reserve, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 165 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • E.M. Hemingway's

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (17,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Cape May
Grand Cape May
Grand Hotel Of Cape May
Grand Hotel of Cape May Hotel
Grand Hotel of Cape May Cape May
Grand Hotel of Cape May Hotel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel of Cape May have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Is Grand Hotel of Cape May pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Grand Hotel of Cape May?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel of Cape May?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel of Cape May?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Hotel of Cape May located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape May hotel is just steps from Beach Ave and Cape May Beach. Cape May Convention Hall and Colonial House are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Grand Hotel of Cape May Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 581 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing! Good location, the room was clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel across from the beach. I would highly recommend staying at the Grand Hotel of Cape May over Ocean Club where we generally stay every year. The Grand Hotel is a lot nicer and the amenities are better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prime location, we could walk to all the great restaurants and the Hemingway was excellent also, especially for breakfast Clean Complimentary beach chairs, towels and umbrella was a bonus Overall a great place to stay Bed was very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

HUSHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, very good room service, good beach service, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, right in front of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and elegant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little pricey but right in the heart of Cape May.
Steel drum at poolside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy resort for the entire family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and very clean which is a deal breaker for me!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great property for families, rain or shine. Activities for the kids each day along with pool bar and steel drums for the adults. Indoor pool was key during the hurricane conditions for the entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been going there for years. Just love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beaches, great area. Hotel rooms are a little tight but other than that great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place close to beach, great pools & staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fulvia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and gorgeous pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Amenities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the pools that there are two of them one in one out I like the fact that you could order food from the restaurant there cause it was really good. I like the fact that it was across the street from the beach and that the location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love staying at The Grand. The accommodations are great & very convenient to area attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nieshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ppty, loved the indoor pool. They also have an outdoor pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms, great maid service, friendly staff, pool is great, so is Hemingways Restaurant. Free beach passes, towels and chairs too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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