About Chalfonte Bed & Breakfast
Occupying a historic 1876 building, Chalfonte Bed & Breakfast offers comfortable accommodation just minutes away from the popular Cape May Beach.
The understated rooms have ceiling fans and free Wi-Fi access. Rooms in the Southern Quarters add televisions, minifridges and some have private porches. Upgraded rooms have air-conditioning, private bathrooms whilst the two bedroom suites have jet tubs and porches. A self-catering cottage is also available.
Guests staying at Chalfonte Bed & Breakfast can soak up the rays in the private garden as well as on the war-around porches. Wedding and golfing packages are also available.
Popular American dishes are available at the Magnolia Room Restaurant whilst guests can choose from an extensive variety of beverages at the King Edward Bar.
Cape May City Beaches, Washington Street Mall, and Cape May Convention Hall are all in close proximity to the hotel. Willow Creek Winery and Cape May Lighthouse are less three miles away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Peaceful yet convenient location.
Guests were able to enjoy peaceful and quite evenings as the hotel is far away enough from the hustle and bustle. Many appreciated the convenience of being just a short stroll away from the beach as well as the popular Main Street with its numerous shops, bars and restaurants.
positive:
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere.
Many appreciated the nostalgic and informal ambiance of the hotel and said that they felt relaxed and at ease for the duration of their stay. During their free time guests enjoyed sitting on the rocking chairs on the porch with their cocktails whilst admiring the scenic views and the ocean breeze. If you are not a fan of chain hotels and prefer old-world charm then you won't be disappointed.
positive:
Friendly and attentive staff.
Guests were complimentary with regards to the level of service they received from the staff who they described as approachable and helpful. The front-desk staff were efficient when it came to dealing with various requests whilst the waiting staff were said to be polite and courteous.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Poor soundproofing.
The soundproofing was said to be inadequate as guests were able to hear noise from the adjoining rooms and many also objected to the fact that they were disturbed by the sound of footsteps from the occupants above them.
negative:
Basic amenities.
Many found it inconvenient not having, televisions and phones in their rooms as well as other essentials such as hairdryers and ironing equipment. Those who stayed in the standard-type rooms objected to the lack of air-conditioning.
negative:
Room temperature issues.
Quite a few guests found it difficult to adjust the heating in their rooms and as a result said that they felt uncomfortably warm whilst others who did not have air-conditioning found the fans inadequate when it came to cooling down their rooms.