Virginia Hotel, Cape May

Condé Nast TravelerMar 5

9 Dreamy Hotels Our Editors Are Booking This Summer

From villas on the Amalfi Coast to historic inns at the Jersey Shore, these one-of-a-kind properties are getting us excited for the sunshiny months ahead.

Seaside landmark hosting guests since 1879 in Cape May.

9 hotels in this story

Virginia HotelHotelSeaside landmark hosting guests since 1879 in Cape May.
Elsewhere
Le SirenuseHotelPositano, ItalyIconic, family-owned jewel perched above the Amalfi Coast.
Ett HemHotelStockholm, SwedenCharming Arts and Crafts townhouse with midcentury-modern furniture.
Silver Sands Motel & Beach BungalowsHotelNorth Fork, United StatesHas firepits, fishing charters, and Flamingo Estate toiletries.
AmanyaraHotelProvidenciales, Turks and Caicos IslandsRetreat on Providenciales island with timber-shingled pavilions.
The Claremont HotelHotelSouthwest Harbor, United StatesOldest hotel on island with pool overlooking Somes Sound.
Brush Creek RanchHotelSaratoga, United StatesLuxury cabins with private decks and open-range views.
Life Gallery Hotel & SpaHotelUbud, Indonesia
Madonna InnHotelSan Luis Obispo, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 4, 2025

Why Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Cape May on the Jersey Shore

It's been called the Stars Hollow of New Jersey—and for good reason.

Enjoy cocktails by the fireplace with live piano

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Cape May LighthouseSightClimb the cast-iron spiral stairway for coastline views
Willow Creek WineryRestaurantEnjoy wine by a firepit with a crisp breeze
Victorian WeekendFestivalPeek inside Victorian homes, craft fairs, baseball games
Emlen Physick EstateMuseumTake a ghost tour of this Victorian house museum
South Cape May MeadowsNature reserve200-acre wetland area for migrating raptors
Cape May Bird ObservatorySightOffers programming with experienced naturalists
Cape May Point State ParkNature reserveHome to the iconic lighthouse
Higbee BeachSightWatch warblers, raptors, and shorebirds take flight
Beach Plum FarmPlaceHayrides, cider, pumpkin picking, farm market
West End GarageMarketAntique market in a 1940s garage
Sunset BeachSightAmazing sunset views and hunt for quartz crystals
The Lobster HouseRestaurantDockside seafood restaurant with a 130-foot sailing vessel
Good Earth Organic EateryRestaurant600 Park Boulevard, West Cape May, NJ 08204 609-898-6161 Free Parking ~ Cash Only (ATM inside) ~ BYOB Reservations…
Chez Michel French BakeryRestaurantChez Michel is a small French bakery located in West Cape May.
Fish HouseRestaurantEnjoy fresh fish right on Sunset Beach
PortHotelFamous lobster caviar fries, watch football Sundays
Cape May Brewing CompanyPlaceTasting of seasonal beers
Cape May Winery and VineyardRestaurantLive-music happy hour Fridays 5–8 p.m.
Elaine'sTheatreLocals hang out on the expansive patio
Virginia HotelHotelEnjoy cocktails by the fireplace with live piano
Congress HallHotelGrand resort with ocean or mall views
Boiler RoomRestaurantPizza restaurant slash nightclub with live music
Beach Plum Bakery and CaféRestaurant
Ostara’s Coffee HouseRestaurant
Peter Shield InnRestaurant
Washington InnRestaurant

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9 Dreamy Hotels Our Editors Are Booking This Summer

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