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Congress Hall vs Carroll Villa Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Congress Hall ranks significantly higher than Carroll Villa Hotel. Congress Hall scores 89 with approval from 4 publications including Fodor's, Jetsetter and Afar Magazine.

Congress Hall
Congress Hall
7 / 10
251 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $375 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Oyster 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." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Historic Cape May grande dame with stylish decor, a lively bar scene and ocean views." Full review
Afar Magazine 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." Full review
Lonely Planet 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" Full review
Travel + Leisure 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"
Carroll Villa Hotel
Carroll Villa Hotel
7 / 10
19 Jackson Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
From $129 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Family Friendly
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Not only do you spend a night in a mansion (Italian villa–style, circa 1882), but the price also buys breakfast downstairs at the Mad Batter, Cape May's wildly popular breakfast spot." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"At this seaside retreat dating to 1882, Room 20 has a private porch overlooking Jackson Street, and its Mad Batter restaurant downstairs serves the most popular brunch in town." Full review