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The Beachcomber ResortvsCongress Hall
Both The Beachcomber Resort and Congress Hall are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Congress Hall scores significantly higher than The Beachcomber Resort. Congress Hall comes in at #2 in Jersey Shore with positive reviews from 4 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
The Beachcomber Resort
Oyster
7900 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202
From $129/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
OysterBudget
"This 53-room, budget hotel offers guests a simple, quiet stay just a few minutes' walk from the beach." 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"
