3.5 Star Hotel

Beach Shack

205 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ, United States View Map

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Beach Shack

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Just steps from Cape May Beach, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and rooms that feature a microwave and a flat-screen TV. Cape May Lighthouse is 2 miles away. Bright decor along with plush bedding and a sitting area are featured in each room at Cape May Beach Shack. Tea and coffee-making facilities and a minibar are also offered. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at Rusty Nail Restaurant and Bar. Outdoor seating along with live entertainment and a fire pit are also included. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool or relax on the pool deck and enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean. Towels, chairs, and umbrellas are provided. Washington Street Mall and other shops and dining are located half a mile from Beach Shack. Emlen Physick Estate is one mile away.

236 Reviews

8.7Very Good

What Guests Say

  • “Loved it.”
  • “Perfect choice for beach/pool vacation with kids.”
  • “Good atmosphere and great location.”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Suite with Balcony1/3

Suite with Balcony

506 sqft • 2 Queen or 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Crib(s)
  • In-room safe box
  • Kitchenette
Family Room with Sea View1/4

Family Room with Sea View

313 sqft • 1 King, 2 Single, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Crib(s)
  • In-room safe box
  • Kitchenette
Bunk Shack1/3

Bunk Shack

323 sqft • 2 Single or 1 King or 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baby Cot
  • Bath or Shower
One Bedroom Suite Shack1/2

One Bedroom Suite Shack

431 sqft • 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Closet
Quadruple Room1/3

Quadruple Room

356 sqft • 2 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Crib(s)
  • In-room safe box
  • Kitchenette
King Suite1/4

King Suite

313 sqft • 1 King or 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Crib(s)
  • In-room safe box

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    What Guests Loved

    8.7
    Very Good

    Based on 236 reviews

    Pros +

    • Friendly staff, umbrellas and chairs on beach, informational texts from staff, less crowded area of Cape May
    • Directly across from the beach and the property has a pool, restaurant, and bar (indoor and out) with a fire pit and sandy area adjacent to live entertainment.
    • Centrally located, clean and comfortable...we felt safe there...

    Cons -

    • The complex needs some touching up as far as painting and the outdoor pool area needs renovations to capture the “Key West” vibe for which the complex seems to be striving.
    • Windows in bedroom were broken and not shut tight. Missing curtains. Otherwise clean. Some stairways poorly or no lighting at night. Very dangerous.
    • How many I didn't like about this Hotel I didn't stay longer
    10NaninePosted on: 10-7-2021

    Friendly staff, umbrellas and chairs on beach, informational texts from staff, less crowded area of Cape May

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-15-2019

    Directly across from the beach and the property has a pool, restaurant, and bar (indoor and out) with a fire pit and sandy area adjacent to live entertainment.

    The complex needs some touching up as far as painting and the outdoor pool area needs renovations to capture the “Key West” vibe for which the complex seems to be striving.

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-15-2019

    Centrally located, clean and comfortable...we felt safe there...

    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-27-2017

    Location to the beach and chairs provided. Wife like the pool.

    Windows in bedroom were broken and not shut tight. Missing curtains. Otherwise clean. Some stairways poorly or no lighting at night. Very dangerous.

    9LisaPosted on: 5-15-2016

    Great location. Friendly staff. Clean. Had nice extras, heated pool, fire pit,dinnerware in room if you wanted to eat in.

    10LauriePosted on: 9-20-2015

    On beach, walk to shops and resturants.

    10RossPosted on: 6-6-2015

    The out door fireplace outdoor bar the live music all great!

    How many I didn't like about this Hotel I didn't stay longer

    8RobertPosted on: 10-4-2025

    Location and amenities

    Awful must smell in room

    10RobertPosted on: 10-7-2024

    Great staff and location - lots of ammenities

    10JoelPosted on: 6-10-2016

    Clean room. Great view.

    9CynthiaPosted on: 5-14-2019

    It was a very "vacationy" feel.

    I like everything.

    9JillPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Love the location, the Rusty Nail, the twice daily room service, and the beach service

    The lighting in the room needs improvement especially the bare Edison bulbs next to the bed

    7MelissaPosted on: 12-16-2025

    The walls and ceiling were paper thin. We were on the bottom floor and had noisy neighbors both nights. We had a sound machine on and could still hear them.

    8JeaninePosted on: 11-12-2025

    It was very nice. Clean. Great location.

    We got into the room late. Although I had checked it when we checked in earlier in daylight hours , we had a dinner. At night, we got back and realized that there was no electricity in the bathroom. The fuse must have been tripped. No lights and no use of outlets, just that one room. It was too late to ask them to flip the switch. We just ignored it and used phone lights for bathroom.

    1TimothyPosted on: 11-6-2025

    Our reservation was for Sunday whileThey would not offer a refund or even a credit

    8RachaelPosted on: 10-20-2025

    Location! The room options and access to dining was important. The suite was nicely appointed and the staff couldn’t have been nicer. I appreciated the use of glassware, mugs and plenty of lighting. Walking in to a well lit room felt very welcoming.

    One side of the bed was so close to wall it was almost impossible to access and permanently fixed nightstand didn’t allow bed to be moved. The room coffee was mediocre and the Keurig maker was awkward to use in the basket containing supplies. We also lost power in bathroom our second night.

    10SweeneyPosted on: 10-10-2025

    The pool, the bar, the restaurant, and the room.

    Room 112 - blind in bedroom needs adjustment so outside street light doesn’t shine in.

    8BrianPosted on: 9-25-2025

    Great location proximity to the shops/market area, well-sized pool for families, across from a beautiful beach spot.

    1JuliePosted on: 9-24-2025

    Location

    No hit water, poor water pressure for showe. Called ahead to let them know this was a Honeymoon stay. Nothing done. Lady at front desk knew nothing. Did not know about Breakfast room service. I would expect my money back refund poorr

    10michelePosted on: 9-13-2025

    Room very clean. Housekeeping friendly and helpful. Pool was clean towels always available. Especially liked beach chairs and umbrellas so we didn’t have to lug our chairs to the beach

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Heated pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pool cover

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 3 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Our seasonal outdoor swimming pool is open from Memorial Day and closes on the Sunday of Columbus Day Weekend *Weather permitting.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Location

    Beach Shack

    205 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ

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