Boutique Hotel & Cottages
The Virginia Hotel & Cottages sets the standard for luxury accommodations in Cape May, New Jersey.
As seen in
Loading...
Seaside Sophistication since 1879.
The Virginia provides a truly intimate environment that perfectly balances the modern with the timeless. You'll love waking up each morning to made-to-order Artisanal Breakfast, sipping coffee on the front porch, strolling to the beach just down Jackson Street, and savoring the fine cocktails and cuisine of The Ebbitt Room.
Discover The Virginia
Luxury stays in the heart of Cape May.
History blends seamlessly with modern amenities and exceptional service, offering guests a unique adults-only hotel experience. In addition, our four charming cottages can be rented as entire houses or separate apartments, making them perfect for families or groups.
“Sets the standard for luxury hotels in the region.”
—James Lane Post
In Every Season
In January, our hotel is the ideal place to hibernate with a delicious Café Menu at The Ebbitt Room, and to rejuvenate with our Intention wellness package.
From carefree bike rides to immersive excursions, spring blooms with invitations to explore. As the air warms, join us to set out on birding expeditions led by experienced guides, as well trips to the banks of the Delaware Bay for a dive into the world of oyster farming. At The Virginia, our Richmond Room Dinner Series heats up with new themes that celebrate the season.
Pure summer grandeur in American seaside style. There is no better place to watch the world go by than the Virginia Porch, alight in the summer sun and serving fresh Delaware bay oysters paired with wines and proseccos. Seasonal wellness classes like Yoga on the Beach keep body and mind fresh. The Ebbitt Room and convivial lounge create a low hum every evening, and and the luxurious guest rooms welcome to to a blissful sleep.
Autumn casts a golden glow on Jackson Street. We've created a wonderful series of fall packages and excursions, as well as an intimate series of Richmond Room dinners, to welcome you in the season's splendor.
Good spirits carry through to the holiday season, which finds the ginerbread architecture of The Virginia completely decked with festive decor.
Packages
A Little More Summer: Save 15%
For a limited time, enjoy 15% off stays and savor front porch mornings, seaside afternoons, and elegant evenings at The Virginia.
Classic American Summer at The Virginia
Summer’s charm shines splendidly on Jackson Street, where you’ll enjoy the ultimate Cape May beach retreat.
Sweet Amalia Oyster Getaway
Travel to the banks of the Delaware Bay for an immersive oyster farm tour and tasting experience.
Magic Hour Cruise on the A.J. Meerwald
Set sail on the A.J. Meerwald for a golden evening of light bites and refreshments on the water.
An Ebbitt Room Evening
Make an evening of fine dining at the award-winning Ebbitt Room the highlight of your Cape May vacation.
The Benjamin: $100 Resort Credit
Stay with us on Jackson Street and enjoy a $100 resort credit—with the freedom to choose how to spend it.
Book Ahead & Save
It pays off to plan ahead. Book a deluxe Virginia Hotel and Cottage getaway ahead of time and save!
AAA & AARP Member Rate
Take advantage of our AAA & AARP savings and enjoy discounts off our daily rates.
Phantom Ball: Overnight Package
Step into a world of glamour, mystery, and over-the-top Halloween magic at Congress Hall’s Phantom Ball.
Dining
The Ebbitt Room
Discover award-winning dining in the heart of Cape May. The Ebbitt Room practices a rigorous farm-to-table and farm-to-glass ethos, sourcing hyper-seasonal ingredients from West Cape May’s Beach Plum Farm. Dishes reflect a deep respect for both nature and craftsmanship, delivering refined flavors that resonate with intention and soul.
Ebbitt Room Executive Chef Jason Hanin was honored with the title of 2025 Chef of the Year by the New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association (NJRHA). This recognition celebrates Chef Jason’s commitment to excellence and his lasting impact on the culinary scene in Cape May and beyond. His globally inspired, ingredient-driven dishes tell a story with intention and soul.
Gather at The Virginia
The Virginia offers a modern facility within a charming historic setting. With amenities and services tailored for smaller groups, it's an ideal venue for executive retreats, exclusive board meetings, recognition dinners, and intimate weddings.
Weddings
If you dream of a wedding by the sea, begin your story at this charming and impeccably-restored 1879 landmark boutique hotel in Cape May, New Jersey.
Discover More
Meetings
Whether your plans are for an executive retreat, exclusive board meeting, recognition dinner, or a purely recreational get-a-way, our professional staff is eager to serve you.
Discover More
From our Concierge Magazine
Designing The Connection
For Colleen Bashaw, the best hotels are the ones people instantly settle into. As Executive Director of Design at Cape Resorts, she oversees the interiors across the company’s properties...
Read More 
Redefining Coastal Cuisine
For years, the Jersey Shore dining stereotype has stayed relatively the same: boardwalk pizza, fried seafood baskets, ice cream cones and funnel cake after the beach...
Read More 
Sweet Amalia’s Treasures
Cape May is where you go to appreciate the little things: a cool breeze, an ethereal sunset, a refreshing cocktail. So it's only fitting that, during select dates...
Read More Let's Be Social
@virginiahotel
Frequently Asked Questions
The Virginia Hotel and Cottages are centrally located in the Historic District of Cape May, New Jersey, just half a block from both the Washington Street Mall and the beach.
Yes, The Virginia Hotel and Cottages provides complimentary beach service seasonally. Chairs, towels, and umbrellas are included during your stay, and beach cabanas are available for rent. The Virginia also offers a beach dining menu along with water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Beach service for The Virginia Hotel and Cottages is located at the end of Jackson Street.
Guests staying in our Hotel and Cottage guestrooms enjoy complimentary Artisinal Breakfast, made-to-order each morning. This signature made-to-order breakfast is thoughtfully prepared by our culinary team using fresh ingredients sourced from Beach Plum Farm. Enjoy your breakfast in the comfort of your hotel guestroom or in one of our inviting gathering spaces, including the Lobby Lounge, Front Porch, or Virginia Garden.
In addition, The Virginia Hotel and Cottages is home to The Ebbitt Room, Cape May’s acclaimed fine dining restaurant. Known for its innovative cuisine, attentive service and refined ambiance, The Ebbitt Room is strongly rooted in a farm-to-table, farm-to-glass dining philosophy.