Congress Hall is a hotel destination wedding venue in Cape May, United States, hosting 200 at dinner and 250 at the ceremony, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$37,000 (our estimate).
Congress Hall
Congress Hall is a historic seaside hotel on the Cape May coast, where elegant interiors meet open-air lawns facing the sea.
About Congress Hall
Congress Hall is a historic seaside hotel on the Cape May coast, where elegant interiors meet open-air lawns facing the sea.
Outdoor ceremonies seat up to 250 guests, with an indoor backup option if the weather turns, and seated dining for up to 200 in the hotel's meeting and banquet space.
In-house catering handles the food and drink, and 18 room categories (from one-queen town-side rooms to an ocean-view junior suite sleeping four) keep the wedding party on site.
The nearest airport is Atlantic City (ACY), roughly a 50-minute transfer by our estimate.
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My wife and I stayed at Congress Hall for an anniversary trip and had a wonderful experience. The hotel has so much history and character, and the location in Cape May is hard to beat.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 200 guests
- Standing reception
- 350 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 250 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 106 rooms
- Room types
- 18 listed
- Whole property must be taken with the wedding
- No
- Rooms for the party nearby
- Yes
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$37,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$175 to US$300 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- No
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ACY, 50 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, historic, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Beach on foot
- Yes
- Gardens
- Yes
- Historic building
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Coastal setting on the sea, with both indoor and outdoor spaces
- Outdoor ceremony for up to 250 seated guests, with indoor backup available
- Seated dining for up to 200 in the meeting and banquet space
- In-house catering provided by the hotel
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ACY · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into ACY.
- Direct line
- (609) 884-8421
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold the ceremony outside?+
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies seat up to 250 guests, and there is an indoor backup space if the weather does not cooperate.
How many guests can we seat for dinner?+
The venue accommodates up to 200 guests for seated dining in its meeting and banquet space.
Do we need to bring in a caterer?+
No. Congress Hall provides in-house catering and declares full wedding services.
What are the accommodation options for our guests?+
There are 18 listed room types, including one queen or one king bed rooms (town side, ocean side and South Wing), king rooms with an ocean-side balcony, two-queen and quadruple rooms sleeping four, a superior king with sofa bed sleeping three, deluxe king rooms and an ocean-view junior suite for four.
What is the closest airport and how far is it?+
The nearest airport is Atlantic City International (ACY), which we estimate is around a 50-minute transfer to the hotel.
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Sources and booking notes
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Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 200 guests
“This beloved resort combines sweeping views of the beach and ocean with more than 100 guest rooms, an expansive grand lawn for outdoor ceremonies, and an exquisite Grand Ballroom that can host up to 200 guests.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 350 guests
“| The Grand Lawn | Weddings | 350 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 350 |”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 250 guests
“| The Grand Lawn | Weddings | - | - | - | - | - | - | 350 | 250 | 250 | - | - | 250 | - | 250 | 350 |”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 106 rooms
“The property reopened in 2002 as a 106 room, full service resort hotel.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 18 listed
“One Queen Bed | Town Side”
Read the source for room typesWhole property must be taken with the wedding: No
“If a ceremony or cocktail hour is taking place outdoors in one of our public spaces such as the Grand Lawn, you are welcome to observe provided that respect for the service or event is not compromised.”
Read the source for whole property must be taken with the weddingRooms for the party nearby: Yes
“If you are seeking extra space for your family and/or bridal party, Cape Resorts offers several historic cottages along Jackson Street, a short walk from Congress Hall.”
Read the source for rooms for the party nearbyOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Your ceremony can be hosted on our Grand Lawn surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“In the event of inclement weather, Congress Hall does offer indoor ceremony options, which differ based on the final guest count.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-house catering: Yes
“My husband and I are so grateful to the staff at Congress Hall. They made sure our special day was perfect in every way - from the catering to the flower arrangements, no detail was too small.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar on site: Yes
“Complimentary chairs and towels are provided at Congress Hall, along with full bar and food service.”
Read the source for bar on siteExclusive use required: No
“If a ceremony or cocktail hour is taking place outdoors in one of our public spaces such as the Grand Lawn, you are welcome to observe provided that respect for the service or event is not compromised.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredParking: Yes
“Yes, complimentary valet parking or self‑parking is available for all registered guests staying at Congress Hall.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Accessible rooms accessible to wheelchairs (no steps)”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: Yes
“Cape Resorts operates a local shuttle every 30 minutes with stops at Congress Hall, the West End Garage, and Beach Plum Farm.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“Wedding receptions are held in our Grand Ballroom”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Our lush, expansive lawn offers the ideal setting for both your ceremony and reception.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“Have you ever imagined yourself exchanging vows on the beach, enjoying an elegant candlelit dinner with your loved ones, then dancing the night away in a spacious, striking ballroom, surrounded by beaming witnesses?”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“With a variety of versatile venues, including elegant indoor spaces and scenic outdoor areas, Congress Hall provides the perfect setting for any occasion.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Coastal, historic, elegant
“In an iconic setting along Cape May’s famous beachfront, Congress Hall is a true American classic; relaxed yet elegant, luxurious yet fun.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“Yes, Congress Hall features two heated outdoor pools, including an adults‑only pool.”
Read the source for swimming poolSea view: Yes
“This beloved resort combines sweeping views of the beach and ocean with more than 100 guest rooms, an expansive grand lawn for outdoor ceremonies, and an exquisite Grand Ballroom that can host up to 200 guests.”
Read the source for sea viewBeach on foot: Yes
“Congress Hall sits at the corner of Congress Place and Perry Street, just steps from the Cape May Promenade, beaches, shopping, and dining.”
Read the source for beach on footGardens: Yes
“Your ceremony can be hosted on our Grand Lawn surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.”
Read the source for gardensHistoric building: Yes
“Located within the historic Congress Hall Hotel, the Harrison Room offers an elegant and versatile space for weddings.”
Read the source for historic buildingCoordinator on the day: Yes
“Dedicated event specialists at Congress Hall assist with planning, catering, accommodations, and customized wedding details to create a seamless and memorable celebration.”
Read the source for coordinator on the day