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The Beach Shack

3.5 star property
Beach fun in seasonal outdoor pool, near Cape May Point State Park

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Ocean Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Suite (Lanai) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 621
AED 783 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Garden Shack)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Ocean Shack)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Shaka)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Garden Surf Shack)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Corner Surf Shack

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean Terrace Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Garden Terrace Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Garden Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Lanai) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Lanai)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Ocean Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sunset Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Cape May Winery - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar At The Carroll Villa Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetyme - ‬10 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. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beach cabanas, and sun loungers. 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 with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a vending machine
  • Concierge services, beach towels, and beach umbrellas
  • 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

Languages

English

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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: 4:00 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]

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September

Property is also known as

Beach Shack
Beach Shack Cape May
Beach Shack Hotel
Beach Shack Hotel Cape May
Shack Beach
The Beach Shack Hotel
The Beach Shack Cape May
The Beach Shack Hotel Cape May

Frequently asked questions

Does The Beach Shack have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is The Beach Shack pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Beach Shack?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beach Shack?

Check-in start time: 4:00 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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The Beach Shack Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 522 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 522 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 522 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 522 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 522 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Amenities
Check in was fast and easy, front desk staff very polite. Rooms are adorable, we stayed off season so a lot of amenities were closed, but great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities
Clean , comfortable and a wonderful ocean view !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the renovations
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most memorable hotels we stayed in because the rooms didnt look like any old hotel room. They were filled with a special decor that was both personal and homey. Staff is so super friendly and nice. We will be back ♡
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an off season weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience and would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location and Accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Cape May hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Amenities
Awesome locale and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, Staff, and cleanliness was spectacular. The Rusty Nail Bar and Grill had great food and nice selection. It was nice hanging out buy the fire pit and listening to the live music.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to everything, and the staff provided clean towels each day. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms , the beach, the bar all awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Fun place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, walkable. Loved the restaurant on the property and proximity to the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our fav hotel, clean, love the fire pits, Rusty Nail restaurant, location all amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Beach Shack has a great little vibe. Rooms were clean and staff were super friendly. Was perfect for our weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property to relax & delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic front desk staff, immaculately clean rooms and walking distance to everything. Cant beat the direct views of the ocean either.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was clean and ready early. We loved the double bunks for our kids. The hotel is in a great spot-we could walk everywhere we wanted to go. The beach chair and umbrella service was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great vibe, the staff was wonderful and the location can’t be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location! Great staff…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really had a great stay, super nice staff , and a beautiful view of the Atlantic ocean. Lots of shopping and restaurants nearby, including one on property. Would certainly stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023