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The Beach Shack

3.5 star property
Travelers gather around crackling firepits to watch the sunset, savoring delicious meals from morning to night while attentive staff takes care of everything

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The Beach Shack welcomes sun-seekers with beachfront cabanas set on white sand shores. Guests can enjoy meals throughout the day at the Rusty Nail restaurant or sip drinks at the poolside bar while taking in spectacular sunset views across the water.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AED 672
AED 848 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

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

Room (Ocean Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Suite (Ocean Shack)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Suite (Shaka)

Highlights

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

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

Room, Corner (Bunk Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Room (Garden Bunk Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Suite (Garden Shack)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room (Garden Surf Shack)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Corner Surf Shack

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

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

Room (Ocean Surf Shack)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Ocean Terrace | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean Terrace

Highlights

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

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Suite (Lanai) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Suite (Lanai)

Highlights

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

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

Garden Terrace

Highlights

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

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

Ocean King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Garden Terrace Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Ocean Terrace Suite

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

Ocean Terrace Suite

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, The Beach Shack is in Cape May Historic District, a neighborhood in Cape May. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Point State Park and Sunset Beach, while Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are popular area attractions. Cape May Lighthouse and Cape May Winery are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cape May travel guide
Map
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ, 08204

What's nearby

  • Cape May, New Jersey
    Cape May Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Washington Street Mall showing street scenes and a small town or village
    Washington Street Mall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Cape May City Hall
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • CPF3R8 The side of the new Cape May Convention Center, Cape May, New Jersey, USA
    Cape May Convention Hall
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape May Stage
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Beach Shack

Hotel located near Cape May Point State Park with rooms renovated in 2023
Located close to Cape May Lighthouse and Sunset Beach, The Beach Shack provides a poolside bar, a firepit, and dry cleaning/laundry services. With amenities like beach cabanas and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site restaurant, Rusty Nail, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a vending machine
  • Concierge services, beach towels, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 77 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • Crib (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.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Renovated guestrooms - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (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: 3:00 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 alternate location: [Congress Hall - 200 Congress Pl]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September

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

Does The Beach Shack have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

As of 10 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Beach Shack on 4 April 2026 start from AED 672, excluding 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.

Is The Beach Shack pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beach Shack?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Beach Shack?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Beach Shack located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Cape May Historic District hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cape May Point State Park, Cape May Lighthouse, and Sunset Beach. Cape May Winery and Wildwood Boardwalk are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Beach Shack Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 608 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very friendly. The room & amenities were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from booking to leaving. Concierge reached out and helped make dinner plans, parking was easy, check in and stay was great. Staff at the front desk were wonderful. Great stay, looking forward to coming back in the warmer months.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with kind and helpful staff. Rooms were clean and spacious with a large, wonderful, modern bathroom. Had a great experience and this is December. Can only imagine summer!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Our room was great downstairs perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place

We had a great time here the beach, the pool and the restaurant were all really good. Just what we needed for a family vacation. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay.. Good location.. right across the street from the beach.. clean and comfortable room..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view. Beautiful,modern and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was welcoming and very nice. Property was well kept
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent at the Rusty Nail. I highly recommend the caesar salad. The entertainment on Sat. evening was also great and was nice to be outside with the firepit listening to llive music. The room seemed newly remodeled and the 2 bunk beds was great for our small daughter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beach weekend

Location location location…..right across the street from the beach. Close to everything. Great service. Awesome beach-bar right on property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. The kids loved the bunk beds in our room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at tge Beach Shack. We loved being across the street from the beach and having a pool with ample lounging chairs. It was also so lovely to have the Rusty nail w/ the fire pits and live music. The smell of the wood burning fireplace at the restaurant was also delightful. We already rebooked for next year since we had such a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location and Accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very roomy room, convenient to everything!Clean, and easy access to the beach! Although theres a restaurant, the food was not good, but just to hang and drink and listen to music wS a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Amenities
Check in was fast and easy, front desk staff very polite. Rooms are adorable, we stayed off season so a lot of amenities were closed, but great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this property! Went this past April with my husband and two kids and had a blast! Plenty of dining places to walk to, including their on-site restaurant, which was delicious. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, rooms surprisingly large. Very good staff service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Beach Shack was a great place for my friends and I to stay during our girls weekend. The retro feel of the place was fun, the rooms were clean and comfortable, the pool and pool bar were great, and having The Rusty Nail right there was awesome too. We enjoyed the sand pit area and the live entertainment. The Beach Shack was also in a walkable distance to all the Cape May activities and the beach lounge chairs/towel service was amazing. Showing up to the beach and having towels and chairs available was just amazing. I would definitely stay here again if I return to Cape May.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Amenities
Clean , comfortable and a wonderful ocean view !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent and very pretty place

Excellent place and superb customer service. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Live music was great! Food in the on site restaurant was just ok. Overall it was a fun getaway off season when it’s quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Amenities
Awesome locale and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. Everything was clean. Staff was friendly. Walked across the street to go to the beach! It's a very colorful, clean, beach front hotel. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025