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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, pool loungers
Fireplace
Suite (Lanai) | Terrace/patio
Ocean Terrace
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$425
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Explore the area

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205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

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

Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite (Ocean Shack)

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

Suite (Ocean Shack)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite (Shaka)

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

Suite (Shaka)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

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

Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

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

Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite (Garden Shack)

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

Suite (Garden Shack)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room (Garden Surf Shack)

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

Room (Garden Surf Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Corner Surf Shack

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

Corner Surf Shack

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

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

Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Ocean Terrace

Ocean Terrace

Highlights

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

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Suite (Lanai)

Suite (Lanai)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Garden Terrace

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

Garden Terrace

Highlights

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

View all photos for Ocean King

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

Ocean King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Garden Terrace Suite

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

Garden Terrace Suite

Highlights

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

View all photos for Ocean Terrace Suite

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

Ocean Terrace Suite

Highlights

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

About the area

Cape May

At The Beach Shack you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Cape May Point State Park and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Cape May Lighthouse. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .The restaurant, Rusty Nail, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cape May Historic District hotel include Sunset Beach and Cape May Winery.

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape May Winery - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Congress Hall - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Nail Bar And Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Pig Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Beach Shack

Beach fun in seasonal outdoor pool, near Cape May Point State Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at The Beach Shack. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cape May hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Beach Shack offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Cape May hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in May 2023.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Cot (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.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • 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
  • Cot (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 alternative location: [Congress Hall - 200 Congress Pl]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 10 per cent of room rate

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Is parking available at The Beach Shack?

Yep, The Beach Shack has a free self car park.

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

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beach Shack on 21 Nov 2025 start from AU$386.72, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Beach Shack?

Yep, The Beach Shack is a short 4-minute walk from Cape May Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and body boarding.

Does The Beach Shack have a pool?

The Beach Shack has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to September.

Is The Beach Shack family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Beach Shack is a hit with families.

Does The Beach Shack serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Beach Shack?

No, The Beach Shack does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Beach Shack?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Beach Shack?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Beach Shack?

No, pets are not allowed.