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Ocean Club HotelvsCongress Hall
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Congress Hall ranks significantly better than Ocean Club Hotel. Congress Hall comes in at #2 in Jersey Shore with endorsements from 4 sources like Fodor's, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
Ocean Club Hotel
Fodor's
Oyster
1035 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
Fodor's "As oceanfront as you can get in town, this completely refurbished hotel is right across the street from the sand." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Good choice for those who might prefer more of a hotel experience...located across from the beach, and has a large pool with a tiki bar and a waterfront restaurant. Many of the rooms have balconies." Full review
Congress Hall Fodor's Oyster
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $375/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's "From its inception in 1816, Congress Hall has had star power: President Benjamin Harrison made it his summer White House, and John Philip Sousa conducted the Congress Hall March on the lawn." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Congress Hall is a 200-year-old hotel that showcases its original features in a fresh and modern package across the street from beach." Full review
Jetsetter "Historic Cape May grande dame with stylish decor, a lively bar scene and ocean views." Full review
Afar Magazine "Understated luxury defines the overall vibe here making you equally comfortable walking around in sandy feet and wet bathing suit as in an evening gown and high heels." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A local landmark, now suitably modernized without wringing out all the history. It's got everything you could ask for, including a spa and bicycle rentals" Full review
Travel + Leisure "The epicenter of holiday magic, Congress Hall — a stately seaside resort that’s welcomed guests since 1816 and even served as the summer White House during Benjamin Harrison’s presidency — pulls out all the festive stops"
