Cape May Historic District is home to Chalfonte Hotel, where beach lovers can unwind with beach umbrellas and enjoy WiFi in the comfort of their room. Guests rave about the hotel's proximity to Cape May Beach and appreciate the helpful staff.
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 139 min drive
Restaurants
Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - 7 min walk
Out There Coffee - 8 min walk
Taco Caballito Tequileria - 6 min walk
The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar At The Carroll Villa Hotel - 8 min walk
Coffeetyme - 7 min walk
About this property
Chalfonte Hotel
Chalfonte Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of Wildwood Boardwalk and Sunset Beach. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
65 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1876
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Chalfonte Hotel Hotel
Chalfonte Hotel Cape May
Chalfonte Hotel Hotel Cape May
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Chalfonte Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chalfonte Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Chalfonte Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gateway 26 Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Chalfonte Hotel like?
Chalfonte Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Washington Street Mall and 5 minutes' walk from Cape May Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Chalfonte Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2025
Enjoyed our stay
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Lovely, welcoming stay
The owners are lovely; the historic hotel is charming, welcoming and super clean. The screened in porch off Room 1 was beautiful and much appreciated!
ELIZABETH
ELIZABETH, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Excellent place to stay both in and off season. Will definitely be coming back 😊💯
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Lovely stay!
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Very nice off season stay. While I don’t mind, the booking site does not indicate that off season you are in a different building and the main hotel is closed. I was disappointed by that but we still had a nice stay. Great price, old building with character, and good location.
Kristina
Kristina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Enjoyed our stay very much.
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2024
We didn’t know what to expect but the hotel was lovely. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Janemarie
Janemarie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Beautiful grounds..lots of cool cubby hole rooms on the main floor - tons of gorgeous antiques throughout. Great History.
Karen
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Our stay was very nice, everything was exactly what we wanted. Our only complaint is that since there is a bar attached to the property, it got a bit noisy at night. Would stay again, though!
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
A very unique, fun place to stay!
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Was an amazing experience only downside was we couldn’t stay longer. Easy check in and check out. Will be back!
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Really lovely historic hotel. Conveniently located and wonderfully maintained. Highly recommended!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Lovely hotel. I enjoyed the ambiance and the staff's hospitality.
Meraj
Meraj, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2025
Southern quarters are small I would recommend only two people and the sink was not in the bathroom. Otherwise everything was clean and painless. My fiancee and I had a great weekend trip.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
Historic superb location
Fabulous old historic hotel. Be prepared for older set up w sink in bedroom
Very nice staff great coffee and superb location!
karen
karen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 21, 2024
Decent
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2024
I loved the welcome handwritten envelope—loved everything. I am very appreciative and honored to have had these 2 nights at this most historical location.
Audrey
Audrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Everything everywhere was a winter wonderland 🎄I definitely will be returning and be staying at the Chalfonte.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Beautiful historic hotel within walking distance of everything at Cape May. It was the perfect location for our girls’ weekend away.
Christa
Christa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
We had a wonderful stay!
Annie
Annie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Everyone was helpful and friendly!! Had a wonderful time!!
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2024
Nice location. Historical building.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Love this historic property. Charming and in great location
Trudy
Trudy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2024
Historical site
ALFRED
ALFRED, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 13, 2025
The room was clean upon arrival. They definitely need to invest in some updated heating options though. Our room was between 51-55 degrees the entire time. It should not be that cold in there.