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The Beach Shack

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Located close to Cape May Point State Park and Cape May Lighthouse, The Beach Shack provides a poolside bar, a firepit, and dry cleaning/laundry services. With amenities like beach cabanas and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site restaurant, Rusty Nail, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a wall-mounted lamp, and a decorative mirror.

Suite (Ocean Shack)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a coffee table with flowers.

Suite (Shaka)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a wall-mounted lamp, and a decorative mirror.

Suite (Garden Shack)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a coffee table with flowers.

Room (Garden Surf Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a coffee table with flowers.

Corner Surf Shack

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a dresser, and a coffee table with flowers.

Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a desk. There is a window with curtains, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted decoration.

Ocean Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with blinds, and a view of buildings outside.

Suite (Lanai)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a wall-mounted mirror, and a framed picture of a beach scene.

Garden Terrace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, a wall-mounted lamp, and a decorative mirror.

Ocean King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding, a blue and white headboard, and a small bedside table with a framed picture and a book.

Garden Terrace Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding, a blue and white headboard, and a small bedside table with a framed picture and a book.

Ocean Terrace Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, The Beach Shack is in Cape May Historic District, a neighborhood in Cape May. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Point State Park and Sunset Beach, while Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are popular area attractions. Cape May Lighthouse and Cape May Winery are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cape May travel guide
Map
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach path with a wooden fence on both sides, leading to the ocean.
    Beach Ave
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A coastal town with a long sandy beach, dense residential area, and a clear blue sky.
    Cape May Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A colorful street with shops, benches, and pedestrians.
    Washington Street Mall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A street with a cafe named Cape May Market, featuring outdoor seating and a sign for Seaside Cheese Co.
    Cape May Market
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A wooden deck with large glass windows overlooking the ocean.
    Cape May Convention Hall
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Congress Hall
    8 min walk
  • Uncle Bill's Pancake House
    8 min walk
  • Taco Caballito Tequileria
    10 min walk
  • Carney's On The Beach
    9 min walk
  • Rusty Nail Bar And Grill
    1 min walk

About this property

The Beach Shack

  • Hotel located near Cape May Point State Park with rooms renovated in 2023
  • Located close to Cape May Lighthouse and Sunset Beach, The Beach Shack provides a poolside bar, a firepit, and dry cleaning/laundry services. With amenities like beach cabanas and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site restaurant, Rusty Nail, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and beach umbrellas
    • Smoke-free premises, beach towels, and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 77 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rusty Nail

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Renovated guestrooms - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Congress Hall - 200 Congress Pl]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 June to September

Frequently asked questions

Does The Beach Shack have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Beach Shack?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beach Shack on Sep 16, 2026 start from $367, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Beach Shack 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 Beach Shack?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Beach Shack?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Beach Shack located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Cape May Historic District hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cape May Point State Park, Cape May Lighthouse, and Sunset Beach. Cape May Winery and Wildwood Boardwalk are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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