Cape May's oldest original hotel featuring the Magnolia Room Restaurant and The King Edward Bar. This year will be The Chalfonte's 144th year of operation and we are planning to move forward with the 2020 season. Please note: The Magnolia Room & King Edward Bar will open at a date to be determined. The Chalfonte Hotel is establishing protocol to follow all Federal, State, and Local mandates including guidelines established by the CDC and American Hotel & Lodging Association to keep our guests and staff healthy and safe.
Unwind in our simplistic guest rooms that are free of modern electronics (unless you choose to bring your own-and yes, we have wi-fi!). The Magnolia Room has been serving our famous fried Chicken for more than 60 years-"soul food with its Sunday clothes on." Savor your favorite spirits from The King Edward Bar on a perfect porch evening while enjoying Cape May's finest live music.
Established in 1876, the historic Chalfonte Hotel is recognized as the oldest original hotel in Cape May, America's first seaside resort.
Unwind in our simplistic guest rooms that are free of modern electronics (unless you choose to bring your own-and yes, we have wi-fi!). The Magnolia Room has been serving our famous fried Chicken for more than 60 years-"soul food with its Sunday clothes on." Savor your favorite spirits from The King Edward Bar on a perfect porch evening while enjoying Cape May's finest live music.
Established in 1876, the historic Chalfonte Hotel is recognized as the oldest original hotel in Cape May, America's first seaside resort.
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Built in the nineteenth century, the Chalfonte offers "the view from yesterday" -genteel Southern-style hospitality, ornate gingerbread verandas lined with comfortable rocking chairs and a constant sea breeze to rejuvenate and refresh.
The Chalfonte's distinctive ship-like profile, crowned by her Italianate cupola, now occupies nearly an entire city block.
The hotel was built in 1876 by Civil War Colonel Henry Sawyer and was originally planned as a boarding house.
Sawyer's Chalfonte underwent most of its expansion between 1876 and 1909, and the present footprint is much as it was in 1909.
The Chalfonte's distinctive ship-like profile, crowned by her Italianate cupola, now occupies nearly an entire city block.
The hotel was built in 1876 by Civil War Colonel Henry Sawyer and was originally planned as a boarding house.
Sawyer's Chalfonte underwent most of its expansion between 1876 and 1909, and the present footprint is much as it was in 1909.
To celebrate our 145th season in 2021, enjoy climate control with the installation of individualized heating & cooling units in every guest room and throughout the hotel.
The absence of clocks, televisions and telephones in the majority of guest rooms provides a relaxing getaway from the daily grind.
Wireless internet service is available.
Though the Chalfonte Hotel does not have an elevator, guest rooms are available on the ground level and we are happy to cater to guests with special needs.
Chalfonte Suites Ocean side room with one queen-size bed, one full-size bed and private bath.
The absence of clocks, televisions and telephones in the majority of guest rooms provides a relaxing getaway from the daily grind.
Wireless internet service is available.
Though the Chalfonte Hotel does not have an elevator, guest rooms are available on the ground level and we are happy to cater to guests with special needs.
Chalfonte Suites Ocean side room with one queen-size bed, one full-size bed and private bath.
The Magnolia Room is open six days a week for breakfast from 8:30-10:30 am and dinner from 5:30-8:30 pm.
Indoor & outdoor dining options available.
Reservations recommended: 609:884:8409.
Acclaimed for her skill as well as her spirit, the late Miss Helen Dickerson presided over the Magnolia Room kitchen for more than 60 years, serving "soul food with its Sunday clothes on."
Helen's Southern fried chicken was featured on the Food Network show Tyler's Ultimate and The Phil Donahue Show.
Dot Burton lovingly worked side by side with her mother, Helen and sister, Lucille, for more than 50 years.
Indoor & outdoor dining options available.
Reservations recommended: 609:884:8409.
Acclaimed for her skill as well as her spirit, the late Miss Helen Dickerson presided over the Magnolia Room kitchen for more than 60 years, serving "soul food with its Sunday clothes on."
Helen's Southern fried chicken was featured on the Food Network show Tyler's Ultimate and The Phil Donahue Show.
Dot Burton lovingly worked side by side with her mother, Helen and sister, Lucille, for more than 50 years.
Your dream of a wedding at the shore will come true.at the Chalfonte!
With our warm Southern ambiance, your wedding at the Chalfonte is certain to be an unforgettable day for both you and your guests.
Our unique history as the oldest continuously operating hotel in the nation's original seaside resort provides the perfect setting for your wedding celebration.
Hold your outdoor ceremony in our Secret Garden, mingle with your guests along the sweeping verandas for hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, enjoy the exceptional service of our nationally acclaimed fare, and dance the night away in the grand Magnolia Room.
With our warm Southern ambiance, your wedding at the Chalfonte is certain to be an unforgettable day for both you and your guests.
Our unique history as the oldest continuously operating hotel in the nation's original seaside resort provides the perfect setting for your wedding celebration.
Hold your outdoor ceremony in our Secret Garden, mingle with your guests along the sweeping verandas for hors d'oeuvres and cocktails, enjoy the exceptional service of our nationally acclaimed fare, and dance the night away in the grand Magnolia Room.
Traveling east via the Atlantic City Expressway take Exit 7S (Cape May) to Garden State Parkway (GSP) South.
Once on Garden State Parkway, go to end, which is Exit 0. Follow signs to Route 109 South to Cape May which is essentially just straight ahead when you get to the end of the parkway.
Go through one light, and continue straight, crossing the Canal bridge and then the marina bridge, (Landmark: Cape May Whale Watcher on right).
Once on Madison, go thru one light (Washington Street) and go past Corgie Street, Columbia Avenue.
Once on Garden State Parkway, go to end, which is Exit 0. Follow signs to Route 109 South to Cape May which is essentially just straight ahead when you get to the end of the parkway.
Go through one light, and continue straight, crossing the Canal bridge and then the marina bridge, (Landmark: Cape May Whale Watcher on right).
Once on Madison, go thru one light (Washington Street) and go past Corgie Street, Columbia Avenue.
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