Congress HallvsThe Asbury Hotel
Both Congress Hall and The Asbury Hotel are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, The Asbury Hotel scores slightly better than Congress Hall. The Asbury Hotel ranks #1 in Jersey Shore with accolades from 5 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Mr & Mrs Smith and Wallpaper.
Congress Hall
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Oyster
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Time Out
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." Full review
OysterUpscale
"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 "Historic Cape May grande dame with stylish decor, a lively bar scene and ocean views." Full review
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 PlanetTop 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 "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"
Time Out "Beachfront beauty queen Congress Hall has been checking guests in since 1816, making it the country's oldest seaside resort (and popular among local ghost hunters). Everything you need is..."
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The Asbury Hotel Jetsetter
Wallpaper Afar Magazine
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Condé Nast Traveler Time Out
210 5th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
From $128/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "A hip mashup of Asbury Park's Victorian past and rock-and-roll present at a new Jersey Shore hotspot." Full review
Wallpaper "Located in a former Salvation Army brick building, there is a spacious swimming pool, a rooftop bar, an outdoor cinema on a separate rooftop lawn known as The Baronet and a backyard beer garden." Full review
Afar Magazine "The 110-room property reflects the music and arts culture of Asbury Park through its vintage design—from the Soundbooth bar with a wall of vinyl LPs and cassettes, to The Baronet rooftop." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "In the summer, this laid-back bolthole becomes a gathering place for Jersey Shore’s bright young things, thanks to a beer garden, rooftop cinema and spirited pool parties." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Wow." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"It’s been a long time since the storied seaside town of Asbury Park was as uncomplicatedly pleasant as it is today, and the Asbury Hotel, a block from the famous boardwalk, aims to weave..." Full review
"With a pool, rooftop bar, multiple entertainment spaces and a price tag that wouldn't break the bank, I was finally persuaded that it was indeed time to sleep by the beach. The Asbury..."
Condé Nast Traveler "Upscale hotels like The Asbury Hotel and Asbury Ocean Club Hotel are the perfect places to stay for a wedding in town or a couple's getaway. For a cool hotel scene near the Stone Pony:..."
Time Out "The newly opened Asbury Hotel has a gorgeous pool, two rooftop restaurants and custom-made mattresses—what more could you want? You could also grab seven of your friends and go the..."
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