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Avondale by the Sea vs Congress Hall
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. Overall, Congress Hall is the choice of most reviewers compared to Avondale by the Sea. Congress Hall has a TripExpert Score of 89 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers including Jetsetter, Oyster and Afar Magazine.
Avondale by the Sea
Oyster
609 Beach Avenue, Beach & Gurney St, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $195 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Beach
Oyster
Budget
"Avondale by the Sea is a beachfront property popular with families and couples who flock to Cape May every summer for a beach vacation."
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Congress Hall
Fodor's
Oyster
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $375 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's
"From its inception in 1816, Congress Hall has had star power: President Benjamin Harrison made it his summer White House, and John Philip Sousa conducted the Congress Hall March on the lawn."
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Oyster
Upscale
"Congress Hall is a 200-year-old hotel that showcases its original features in a fresh and modern package across the street from beach."
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Jetsetter
"Historic Cape May grande dame with stylish decor, a lively bar scene and ocean views."
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Afar Magazine
"Understated luxury defines the overall vibe here making you equally comfortable walking around in sandy feet and wet bathing suit as in an evening gown and high heels."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A local landmark, now suitably modernized without wringing out all the history. It's got everything you could ask for, including a spa and bicycle rentals"
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Travel + Leisure
"The epicenter of holiday magic, Congress Hall — a stately seaside resort that’s welcomed guests since 1816 and even served as the summer White House during Benjamin Harrison’s presidency — pulls out all the festive stops"
