{"id":200308,"date":"2025-09-24T21:00:01","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T01:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=200308"},"modified":"2025-09-30T12:21:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T16:21:21","slug":"chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"The Nation&#8217;s Oldest Operating Seaside Resort is Located in Cape May"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-10.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">local landmark<\/div><p>Cape May, New Jersey, has a whole new charm once summer fades. Local summer \u2013 the glorious stretch of time from Labor Day into fall \u2013 is when traffic disappears, the beaches open up, the shops are less crowded, and the town moves at a gentler pace. It\u2019s during this quieter season that <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/cape-may-things-to-do-new-jersey\/\">Cape May\u2019s Victorian charm<\/a> really shines. At the heart of it all is The Chalfonte Hotel, located at 301 Howard Street. The Chalfonte stands as the nation\u2019s oldest continuously operating seaside resort and is a beloved piece of local history. An off-season stay here is all about simplicity: no televisions or modern technology, just beachy wooden floors, breezy wraparound porches, quaint on-site dining options, and timeless character that lingers in every corner. <strong>Keep reading to learn more about The Chalfonte Hotel in Cape May, New Jersey.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200332\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-8.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>About The Chalfonte<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chalfonte Hotel in Cape May was built in 1876 by Civil War Colonel Henry Sawyer. It first served as a summer boarding house for visitors traveling by train to the <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/indoor-activities-for-kids-jersey-shore\/\">Jersey Shore<\/a>. He named it \u201cChalfonte,\u201d which means \u201ccool fountain\u201d in French, although it was never confirmed why he chose that name.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200325\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 1878, a huge fire destroyed most of Cape May\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/monopoly-hotel-atlantic-city-nj\/\">hotels<\/a>, cutting the number of rooms in the city from 2,200 to just 200. The Chalfonte was luckily untouched by the fire, and Colonel Sawyer used the opportunity to expand it, adding 19 rooms that year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/taylor-swift-evermore-estate-absecon-nj\/\">There\u2019s a Taylor Swift-themed Airbnb at the Jersey Shore: Our Stay at The Evermore Estate<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the decades, the hotel has adapted to the challenges of wars, economic shifts, hurricanes, aging infrastructure, changing travel trends, and the rise of modern boutique hotels and Airbnbs along the coast. But despite these challenges, The Chalfonte has never closed its doors, earning the distinction of being the nation\u2019s oldest continuously operating seaside resort by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/npgallery.nps.gov\/GetAsset\/2935b2af-69ac-4f5e-b0b3-3caa1094086b\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Park Service<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Its history lives on not just in the architecture of the building itself, but in the way it operates with warm, attentive hospitality, no-frills amenities, and deep ties to the Cape May community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200330\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-6.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, guests can experience the blend of history and relaxation that has made The Chalfonte a beloved <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/moores-tavern-sports-bar-freehold-nj\/\">landmark<\/a> for generations, offering a window into a bygone era of vacationing without sacrificing familiar comforts like A\/C, Wi-Fi, and outlets to charge phones.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Inside The Chalfonte Hotel<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200329\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-5.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stepping inside The Chalfonte Hotel truly feels like entering another era. The wooden floors creak softly with every step while antique furnishings \u2013 like polished wooden chairs, porcelain sinks, and ornate dressers \u2013 line the hallways and fill the rooms, preserving the hotel\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/town-names-history-jersey-shore-nj\/\">Victorian<\/a> charm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200331\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-7.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rooms have no televisions, clocks, telephones, or modern gadgets, allowing guests to truly unplug and enjoy the slow rhythm of the relaxed off-season, if they so desire. But don\u2019t worry \u2013 there are outlets to charge any electronics, like smartphones, laptops, and iPads, if needed. G<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uests are invited to the downstairs lobby to watch TV, play cards, grab a drink at the King Edward Bar, enjoy breakfast or <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/european-style-cafes-restaurants-jersey-shore\/\">dinner<\/a> on the porch or in The Magnolia Room, or walk a few blocks downtown to the shopping district or to the beach.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The Magnolia Room<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200326\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-2.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Magnolia Room is The Chalfonte Hotel\u2019s main dining space and is the true centerpiece of its historic charm. It serves Southern-inspired dishes \u2014 like fried chicken, crab cakes, and beer-battered green beans \u2014 for breakfast and dinner from May through October. Sunlight pours in through large windows, highlighting the polished wooden tables, giving the room an elegant yet welcoming feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200327\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-3.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During their visit, the<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> JSG<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> team chose to sit outside on the hotel\u2019s breezy, spacious porch to enjoy the fresh salt air and a more relaxed, al fresco <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/brunch-deals-jersey-shore-nj\/\">brunch<\/a> experience, noshing on a signature menu item: the \u2018Chalfonte Breakfast,\u2019 which includes two eggs, fried or scrambled, bacon or sausage, and potatoes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200314\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JSG tip:<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> After enjoying a meal on the porch or in the dining room, venture out to the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">little \u201csecret\u201d garden<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> located to the left of The Magnolia Room \u2013 it\u2019s super lush and eclectic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>King Edward Bar<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The King Edward Bar is a cozy cocktail lounge with a touch of old-world charm. The <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-first-date-restaurants-bars-jersey-shore-nj\/\">bar<\/a> features dark wood accents, vintage decor, and an intimate, relaxed atmosphere ideal for evening drinks or a casual meet-up with friends. The bar serves a variety of craft cocktails, local beers, and a curated wine selection, making it a go-to spot whether winding down after a day at the beach or looking for a low-key night out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200328\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-4.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JSG <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">team\u2019s stay, it was a post-wedding gathering spot for some well-dressed guests, debriefing and sharing laughs. Its accessible location within the lobby of the hotel, right below the guest rooms, adds to the charm, creating a welcoming spot that feels like a hidden gem in Cape May. The King Edward Bar opens for the season at the end of May and stays open through New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Location<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-200322\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"chalfonte hotel cape may nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/chalfonte-hotel-cape-may-nj-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chalfonte Hotel sits just a block back from the beach in <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/exit-zero-filling-station-cape-may-nj-closure\/\">Cape May<\/a>, in a quieter residential pocket lined with Victorian homes. It\u2019s a short walking distance to the beach, the Washington Street Mall, and plenty of restaurants. If Beach Avenue is the energetic, touristy strip of Cape May, The Chalfonte\u2019s location is more like a local\u2019s corner \u2014 central, walkable, and charming with a slower pace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Parking<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chalfonte Hotel does not have a private parking lot, garage, or designated spots for guests to use during their stay. Guests must rely on free public street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. But one of the best off-season perks is that free neighborhood parking spots \u2013 surrounding the <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/st-laurent-hotel-restaurant-judy-and-harrys-asbury-park-nj\/\">hotel<\/a> and around all of Cape May \u2013 are wildly abundant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/staycation-ideas-hoboken-jersey-city-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Staycation Ideas in Hoboken + Jersey City: Choose Your Own Adventure<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reservations for The Chalfonte can be made on its <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chalfonte.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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