Historic Inns & Victorian B&Bs
Step back in time at the Jersey Shore's charming Victorian bed and breakfasts. Gourmet breakfasts, antique-filled rooms, and personalized hospitality.
Historic Architecture
Victorian mansions, Gilded Age elegance
Gourmet Breakfast
Multi-course breakfast included daily
Romantic Getaways
Perfect for couples and anniversaries
Featured Victorian B&Bs
The Queen Victoria
$$$Cape May
Best B&B in Cape May every year since 2007. 31 rooms across three 1880s homes.
Angel of the Sea
$$$Cape May
Most romantic B&B. Ocean-view balconies, gourmet breakfast, wine hour.
Congress Hall
$$$$Cape May
America's first seaside resort (1816). Historic luxury with modern amenities.
The Virginia Hotel
$$$$Cape May
Boutique luxury with award-winning Ebbitt Room restaurant.
Mainstay Inn
$$$Cape May
Most photographed spot in town. 1872 building with exceptional antiques.
The Breakers
$$$Spring Lake
Elegant oceanfront B&B in Spring Lake's upscale setting.
Best Towns for Historic Stays
Cape May
30+ B&BsAmerica's oldest seaside resort. National Historic Landmark with 600+ Victorian buildings.
Victorian elegance, fine dining, year-round charm
Spring Lake
10+ B&BsThe Irish Riviera. Elegant, upscale beach town with no commercial boardwalk.
Refined, quiet, understated luxury
Ocean Grove
15+ B&BsNational Historic Landmark Methodist camp meeting town. Victorian guesthouses.
Spiritual, historic, unique character
Asbury Park
5+ B&BsRestored Victorian architecture meets modern boutique hotels.
Hip, musical, artsy with historic bones
What to Expect at a B&B
Gourmet Breakfast
Multi-course breakfast included. Often the highlight of the stay.
Afternoon Tea/Wine
Many B&Bs serve afternoon refreshments, from tea to wine and cheese.
Antique Furnishings
Expect period furniture, four-poster beds, and unique room decor.
Personal Service
Innkeepers offer recommendations, help with reservations, local tips.
Quiet Atmosphere
Most have quiet hours and peaceful common areas. Not party spots.
Adults-Focused
Many are adults-only or restrict young children. Best for couples.
Best Times to Visit
Victorian Week
OctoberCape May
Ten days of Victorian-themed events, tours, and festivities.
Cape May Christmas
DecemberCape May
Candlelight house tours, decorated B&Bs, holiday events.
Valentine's Packages
FebruaryVarious
Romantic packages with champagne, dinners, and special touches.
Spring Tulip Festival
AprilCape May
Thousands of tulips bloom throughout the Victorian district.
Cape May: B&B Capital of the Shore
Cape May has more Victorian B&Bs than any other Jersey Shore town. The entire city is a National Historic Landmark with over 600 preserved Victorian buildings. From intimate guesthouses to grand historic hotels, Cape May offers the most authentic Victorian shore experience.
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