Ellen F.
9/27/2025
What a lovely B&B! Love the comfort level, the beautiful room, the diabolically delicious breakfast, the historical cozy vibe & great piped-in music in the main area. We had a wonderful stay &...
The Mainstay Inn
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635 Columbia Ave
Cape May, NJ 08204
The Mainstay Inn, located in Cape May, New Jersey, is a historic bed-and-breakfast that began its journey in 1872 as a private gambling club, designed by renowned architect Stephen Decatur Button. After changing hands several times throughout the years, the inn was transformed into a guest house in 1949 and ultimately established as a B&B by Tom and Sue Carroll in 1977, continuing the tradition of hospitality that the property is known for.
With six rooms in the main house and additional accommodations in a cottage, The Mainstay Inn offers a charming atmosphere complemented by modern amenities, including daily breakfast and afternoon tea. Guests can enjoy the serene gardens, sweeping veranda, and proximity to the beach, making it a perfect retreat for travelers seeking a blend of historic elegance and contemporary comfort.
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4.019 reviews
Greg C.
5/12/2025
We've stayed at the Mainstay multiple times since 2000. The place has gone down hill. Needs maintenance-- painting and woodwork is deteriorating.
Joseph P.
9/29/2020
The most elegant, upscale and genteel place to stay in Cape May....that is, if you can secure a reservation. Steeped in history, it was a gambling hall, a private residence, a brothel, a...
Tom L.
8/1/2021
We've honestly never stayed the night, but are very frequent customers of the afternoon tea service. They always have an excellent lineup of home baked cookies, pastries, and light snacks to go...
Mariel D.
6/15/2022
Excellent B&B. Food and afternoon tea were both great, the rooms are very clean and the entire place inside and out is beautifully decorated. Service was warm and very helpful, and you can't beat...
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