You don't have to leave your best friend behind this summer! The Beach Shack is proud to be one of Cape May's only dog-friendly resorts. With pet-friendly accommodations and spacious outdoor areas, the Beach Shack offers a welcoming atmosphere where pets can relax alongside their owners.
The Beach Shack has a limited number of dog-friendly rooms available each night, available in our Garden Surf Shack, Garden Bunk Shack, and Garden Suite Shack accommodation types.
Standard Two Queen room, featuring two Queen beds, one Full sleeper sofa, and a view through the room’s private garden.
Standard One King and Bunk Bed room, featuring one King bed, one Twin bunk bed, one Full sleeper sofa, and a view through the room’s private garden area.
Standard King suite, featuring one King bed, one Full sleeper sofa, and a view through the room’s private garden area. Living Room and Separate Bedroom layout.
All guests traveling with their dogs must reserve our Paws Up! Package, thoughtfully curated with everything needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Explore Cape May’s relaxed seaside charm together as you wander nearby dog-friendly trails, take in the fresh ocean air, and dine al fresco at the beachside Rusty Nail, where four-legged companions are always welcome.
To book our Paws Up! package, please call us directly. Our Reservations Agents will ensure all members of your crew have the best Beach Shack vacation possible—four legged travelers, too.
All guests traveling with a dog must book the PAWS UP! dog package. While on the property, we want to make sure your dog is just as comfortable as you are. To book this package, please call our Reservations Agents at (877) 742-2507.
The Beach Shack welcomes medium-sized dogs weighing up to 50 pounds. One (1) dog is permitted per room or suite. We have a limited number of dog friendly rooms available each night and they can only be booked by calling (877) 742-2507.
During the reservation process, please let the reservation agent know you will be traveling with a dog, and wish to book the PAWS UP package. This way we can ensure we have a dog friendly room available. All dogs must be registered at the front desk upon arrival. If guest is found to have an unregistered dog in room, a $350 fine will be applied to room folio plus the nightly dog fee.
For the safety of your dog and Beach Shack staff, please make sure that you hang the "Dog in Room" door hanger provided on your room doorknob. We suggest that you make arrangements with the front desk for you to remove your dog from the room when the housekeeper is cleaning to ensure the best results. You may be contacted via cell phone if any issues arise.
Want to head to dinner or to the beach for a couple of hours? Not a problem! Dogs may be left in the room unattended as long as they are not a disturbance to other guests. Please notify the front desk when you are leaving your dog in the guest room unattended. Dogs left in room must be in an owner-supplied crate. A cell phone number must be left at check in for us to contact you in case there is a problem while you are away. Your dog is welcome to join you at the Rusty Nail (in fact, we encourage it!). However, your dog must be on a leash and dogs are not to be left unattended in any public areas including balconies, parking lot, Rusty Nail, etc. Dogs are not allowed in the Beach Shack pool.
Please do not bathe your dog in the guest room tubs or showers. We ask that owners keep their dog under control as a courtesy to other guests. Should damages be discovered that would require additional cleaning or repairs, the guest is required to pay for said damages. If they are discovered following the guests departure, they are responsible for the damages. Should a pet create a disturbance which causes complaints from other occupants or hotel personnel, the guest may be asked to house their dog elsewhere for the remainder of their stay.
Dogs can be walked around town, however, they are not permitted on any beaches, the promenade or the Washington Street Mall. All waste must be bagged and disposed of properly. This city ordinance is strictly enforced.
