The Beach Shack

With a stay at The Beach Shack in Cape May (Cape May Historic District), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Cape May Point State Park and 5 minutes from Sunset Beach. This beach hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Cape May Lighthouse and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Cape May Winery.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Rusty Nail serving guests of The Beach Shack. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cape May Stage - 0.3 mi
Cape May City Hall - 0.5 mi
Colonial House - 0.6 mi
Emlen Physick Estate - 1.0 mi
Cape May Point State Park - 1.5 mi
Cape May Lighthouse - 1.7 mi
Us Coast Guard Facilities Engr - 1.8 mi
Cape May Bird Observatory - 1.9 mi
Sunset Beach - 2.4 mi
Cape May Coast Guard Training Center - 2.8 mi
Cape May County Airport (WWD) - 5.5 mi
Crest Pier Community Center - 6.4 mi
Wildwood Convention Center - 7.0 mi
Wildwood Beach - 7.0 mi
Wildwoods Convention Center - 7.0 mi
Boardwalk Chapel - 7.1 mi
Adventure Pier - 7.2 mi
Seaport Aquarium - 7.5 mi
Splash Zone Water Park - 7.5 mi
Raging Waters - 7.5 mi
Mariner's Pier - 7.5 mi
Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club - 7.9 mi
Morey's Piers - 7.9 mi
Gateway 26 - 8.3 mi
Cape May Historical Museum - 12.9 mi
Cape May County Zoo - 13.2 mi
Rehoboth Beach Historical - 17.0 mi
Tanger Outlets Rehoboth Beach - 17.6 mi

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

The Beach Shack has emerged this season with a fresh, island retreat feel. Featuring renovated guest rooms and fun new Beach Shack experiences. Step out of your room for a cool beverage at the Rusty Nail. Now open through December, leave the outdoor fire pit for the indoor fireplace, with the same great live entertainment and classic beach menu. If a perfect family beach vacation means never having to put your shoes back on once you arrive and always being steps from the ocean, then the Beach Shack is the place for you. Beach Shack is Cape May, New Jersey's fresh and fun alternative for beach lovers who want somewhere the whole family can enjoy together. One that's stylish and dog-friendly with all the amenities you need*, but where you'll feel perfectly at home wearing flip-flops all day long. It's sweet simplicity itself, effortlessly capturing the true spirit of unforgettable summer-beach days Cape May is loved for. *We have a limited number of dog friendly rooms available each night and they can only be booked by calling 1-877-SHACK-07. Please review our Dog Policies. At the Beach Shack, you'll always be close to The Rusty Nail, Cape May's legendary “hang out” for lifeguards, surfers and other beach-goers, who flock to the long bar after hours for the shore's coldest beers and best vibe. Even your pooch can get a “cold one” after a hot day. You'll love the casual, fun outdoor ambiance, friendly welcoming staff and our fresh take on all your seaside favorites like clams, oysters and the great fresh fish. Once you're settled at one of the tables it's not hard to see why Travel & Leisure chose The Rusty Nail as one of "America's Top 10 Beach Bars."