We stayed here for many years and enjoyed it immensely. We think it was very selfish of the past owners to sell this as a private home since so many people enjoyed it and the fact that it wasn't the typical victorian found in Cape May. Hoping the new owners have a change of heart and reopen it as the best b&b in Cape May. read more

First time visit Beautiful and warm home Friendly greeting upon entering Staying 2 nights Near the beach read more

My wife and I just returned from yet another wonderful vacation to Cape May and 3 night stay at The Mission Inn. We have come to expect excellence at this spectacular Bed and Breakfast, but this year (ominous music in the background) is unusual and historic. In fact, whilst we had booked our stay "pre-COVID19" we waffled back and forth for a while as to whether to go on the vacation, or postpone and go in "safer" times. In advance, we read all of the precautions that the innkeepers, Wendy and Laura, were taking and decided to go ahead with our plans. I am happy that we did. To say that Wendy and Laura are taking things seriously is an understatement. They are diligent and vigilant at creating a safe atmosphere for the guests; things are kept meticulously clean. There are also wipes and sanitizer readily available for the guests. Acknowledging guests potential concerns, they have even provided individually wrapped and portioned snacks and hors d'oeuvres, instead of the previously "communal" method. What hasn't changed is the beauty of the inn, the quality of the breakfasts and the eagerness with which Wendy and Laura seek to enhance your visit to Cape May. In fact, they were very helpful in guiding us to restaurants that are also doing a good job in the current challenging world of outdoor, socially distanced dining. A FIVE star experience. read more

Stayed for two nights the weekend before Christmas for a quick weekend getaway from NYC. Wendy was an incredibly gracious host, and teeming with suggestions of things to do in the off season. She gladly accommodated our late check in, and presented us with lists of potential activities, cute shops, vineyards and distilleries, restaurant ideas, live music and other shows, etc. on both of the days that we were there. Breakfast is delicious and consists of two courses. Do note that the seating is communal, so you'll get to meet everyone else who's staying there. We met many couples who had been going to the inn for years, a testament to how great it is if nothing else. Not only is there breakfast, but the afternoon is met with wine and appetizers, and there are always free cookies, lemonade, iced tea, wine, port, and beers available. The house itself is absolutely beautiful. The B&B is inspired by travels through the missions in California, and is covered in hand painted murals. Definitely not your typical Victorian house by the sea that's more commonly seen in this area. It was completely decked out for Christmas, as well. We loved our room, the San Juan Bautista, which came with a gas fireplace and jacuzzi tub (my two requirements for this weekend trip), and was tucked away into the corner upstairs. My only nit would be that the bed was too soft for my tastes, but my boyfriend loved it so it's really subjective. Not really a big consideration in the off season, but the location here is prime - only one block away from the beach, and a 10 minute walk to downtown. Would definitely come back if I were to visit again! read more

The fiancée and I stayed at The Mission Inn this past weekend. We were visiting Cape May for the first time with hopes of learning a bit about the area before committing to a full-on move this summer. The Mission Inn is beautiful. There are large common areas downstairs which include: an entrance room sitting area with fireplace; a side room (den) replete with a fridge full of complimentary wine, soda, and fresh appetizers in the afternoon; and a large dining room for breakfast. Susan and Ray have been running the Mission Inn for 11 years and in that time, they have made many modern improvements. We stayed in the San Francisco de Asís room. You can get a feel for the room from the pics I've included (and the pics on their website) but when you are standing in the room itself, it is quite an improved experience. The deep jacuzzi tub sports soothing jet streams and bath salts. The bathroom's shower is large and has at least six different settings that includes four low, knoblike shower heads that can align to target specific upper or lower back muscles. The recessed, electric fireplace is a pleasant touch that has two settings: "heat" and "just for aesthetics." The rug is soft and fluffy. Take a few steps with bare feet and you may think twice before collapsing onto the king sized bed. But then again, that mattress topper is tough to beat when your whole body sinks into it. Here's an interesting detail: when you turn the fan on low at night and switch on the desk lamp, the sky painting on the ceiling turns into ocean waves. It's quite tranquil, especially after a couple glasses of cabernet franc. Aside from Susan's keen eye for decoration, she is also a font of knowledge and can probably help you with any questions you may have about anything Cape May related. Within 15 minutes of us relaying that we were considering a move to the area, she was putting us in touch with a realtor friend. Susan and Ray take pride in their home and the extra effort in hospitality translates to a happy visit for all who enter. We only stayed for one night and we had a lot to do in just under 24 hours, but the time that we spent at The Mission Inn made us feel at home. Oh, and breakfast was creative, delicious, and tailored to our individual tastes. read more

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By far the best B&B me and my wife have ever gone to. The staff is very hospitable, and knowledgeable of the areas. Any questions that you have they either have an answer or will be more then willing to find it out for you. The breakfast is to die for . The cookies they make plate outstanding as well. They amenities are fabulous. They have bikes and beach passes where they are able to bring you your own chairs and umbrellas right onto the beach. The building itself is always well kept and clean and the decor is beautiful. I highly recommend staying here at least once if you're in the area read more

Beautiful, stunning and the best hospitality. Absoulety beautiful. Wendy and Laura are unbelievable hosts. This place is a beautiful Gem. read more

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This was our first visit to The Mission Inn on the recommendation of friends who have been coming here for many years. The rooms are beautiful and relaxing. Breakfast was delicious and the afternoon happy hour snacks are perfect! The grounds are magnificent. Wendy and Laura are the perfect hosts! The Mission Inn is a little slice of heaven in glorious Cape May. I highly recommend a stay and will definitely return! You will not be disappointed! read more

Just checked out today from a 2 night stay. I got the last room available (San Juan Capistrano) and thoroughly enjoyed it. Laura and Wendy are so welcoming and though I stayed alone, I was meeting up with family and they got us a dinner reservation for 6 of us at 8p that we wouldn't have easily gotten without them. Breakfast is fabulous and Insta worthy. The bathroom is a bit compact but the rainfall shower is delightful. The rest of the room is a good size. The kitchen is stocked with snacks as the fridge is with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. They are taking EVERY Covid caution not only inside but outside as well. Brand new beach chairs and towels, plus beach umbrellas and bikes to take out. They supply daily entertainment options (outside of the Inn) and provide afternoon horsdouvres packed with your name on it, to be Covid kosher and not have communal appetizers sitting out. They totally nailed it and the Inn itself is charming with stocked bookcases and many sitting areas inside and out including a charming back garden and the front porch. read more

This is a wonderful place per my father. Ray and Susan have thought of everything possible to make your stay relaxing and ultra-pleasant. It is first class all the way! The breakfast (highly recommend the pancakes) are fantastic. We can't wait to return! Dave and Mary read more

Nice fancy place but we expected we'd be full for breakfast. Breakfast was served; first course was fruit/yogurt followed by n fancy egg dish but small portions only. We are not fond of fruit and yogurt for breakfast (esp, if we are on vacation); we like " big hot breakfast" as a holiday treat. Since we passed on the yogurt/fruit course we only had the egg dish which was good but small in quantity. We wanted extra bacon but was embarrassed to ask in front of other guests. Disappointed. (Go to Queen Victoria - they have the best breakfast and home made strawberry jam! ) read more

My wife and I decided on a 3 night stay in Cape May. We found The Mission Inn and could not have made a better choice. A great B&B!!! You will find that Wendy, Laura along with Leslie are amazing. The food, the accommodations, the service were all first class. Absolutely love how they decorate for Christmas. We will definitely return. read more

Beautiful and lovely place!! The artwork is amazing. Inn keepers are kind and helpful with recommendations on activities in Cape May . Highly recommend this B&B read more

This B n B is a rare gem among the diamond rated Victorian mansions. Every inch of the well-appointed inn is charming, inviting n convenient. The groumet breakfasts , interesting history n friendly owners Wendy n Laurie make this a must- stay spot on your travel list! read more

Fabulous anniversary/babymoon weekend at the Mission Inn! After 5 wonderful years of marriage and our first little one on the way I had to make sure that I planned something relaxing but still extraordinary in my search for the right B&B in Cape May. I searched the 61+ offerings in the Cape May area and knew once I saw the pictures online of the Mission Inn, that this was a special place. It was a last minute accommodation but Susan was extremely helpful to get me reserved for the LAST room available. The pictures online are great but once you step foot inside The Mission Inn you get a true taste of the west and the Inn Keepers' commitment to bringing a truly unique B&B experience. Our room was perfect, king size bed, jacuzzi tub with shower and murals and detail to take you to what seems to be another part of the world. The Inn is a block off the beach (walking distance) and offers all the necessary ammenities, beach towels, bicycles, chairs, ice packs for coolers and umbrellas! Finding out what was being served for breakfast each morning was like Christmas morning! Each morning something new, fresh and homemade served on the outside patio (weather permitting) was the perfect start to each day. The afternoon snacks were a great way to hold yourself over till dinner later that night. Susan and Raymond (Inn Keepers) have created an incredible place of relaxation with great service in every aspect! We look forward to numerous future getaways at The Mission Inn! (Many of the other guests had been there numerous times before) Thank you for the memories! read more

The Mission Inn - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

The Mission Inn made two vegans feel like they were completely at home. Yes, vegans! We know we're a bit tough to have over as guests. Yet, even more so than some of our friends and family, Leslie, the chef at the Mission Inn during our stay, took care of us each morning this past Labor Day weekend with a wonderful breakfast made just for us. Beyond the great meals, we concur with what almost everyone else has mentioned. The Mission Inn is amazing in every way. The innkeepers, Susan and Ray, are terrific people. The amenities are super. Bottomline: We couldn't have asked for anything more for our stay in Cape May and can't wait to go back. read more

Incredible experience all around. Rooms were clean and spacious as was the common area. Very nice porch outside to enjoy a drink on as well. Best part of this place is the service...from the minute you arrive you are treated like family. Every detail was covered, breakfast and happy hour both superb, bike rentals, beach passes and setup, recommendations for meals and activities. Can't say enough great things and am excited to return in the future. read more

We enjoyed the inn. We stayed Father's Day. The innkeeper, Susan and her staff were charming and professional. She gave us a tour and I'm glad she did. There were a lot of amenities. It's a perfect place for a getaway. The place is beautiful inside and out. Great attention to detail with exterior & interior decor and hospitality. My fav was the 2-person spa shower. We also enjoyed the bikes. They are 1 block from the beach. We were on the beach about 5:20 am, so romantic. We saw several dolphins swimming close to the shore. I understand the other reviewer's take on breakfast. But I do appreciate the top-chef-like detail they provided for breakfast. It's not a hearty buffet but you can get full. I also don't eat yogurt but I enjoyed everything else. The afternoon hors d'oeuvres were delicious. I'm a practicing pescatarian. She easily accommodated my dietary requests. We excited to return in the winter. read more

Mission In offers Tranquility, Charm,Warmth. Proprietors Laura & Wendy offers so much family Hospitality. Highly recommended this B & B in Cape May to any one visiting this area. So impressed were returning this fall & next summer.. The girls will not disappoint... read more

Stayed here at the end of summer and absolutely fell in love with the mission inn. The staff was very attentive , warm and inviting. The building is gorgeous and our room was so cozy. Guys , surprise your girlfriend / wife with a little vacation at the Mission Inn! read more

We had stayed at the Mission Inn once before and had a great experience, so we decided to celebrate our "babymoon" there. It did not disappoint! First, the room was very nice. We stayed in the San Diego room, which was great because it was on the first floor (no stairs to climb for this pregnant woman!) It was very clean and spacious, has a built in whirlpool tub and a really nice two-person shower. The king-sized bed had a really comfy mattress topper and we slept like rocks. Second, all of the amenities are fabulous! They provide beach chairs and umbrella (both of which looked brand new), beach tags, bicycles (which we didn't use this time, for obvious reasons), clean beach towels daily and even have a private outdoor shower, which allowed us to stay at the beach after check-out and clean up afterwards. Last, and my favorite part, is the AMAZING food! The breakfasts we've enjoyed there are some of the best we've ever had. The cook is stellar and has very unique and tasty dishes every morning, all beautifully presented. In the afternoons, they lay out a great spread of tasty hors d'oeuvres and 24 hours a day they have baked goods and a refrigerator stocked with beverages to enjoy. And finally, Susan and Raymond are probably the sweetest people you will ever meet in your life! They give hugs and make you feel right at home. They even gave us a very thoughtful giftbag full of goodies to celebrate our hopefully-soon-to-be-new-arrival. We highly recommend the Mission Inn and anxiously await our next visit! read more

Our second visit was even better than the first. We had another delightful weekend with Susan and Ray. The rooms are fantastic, and the Inn is perfectly situated near the beach and downtown attractions. Well worth a visit. The greatest indication of how good this is, there were only one couple that were 'first timers,' the rest of us were all repeat visitors. read more

Unique well appointed rooms with California rather than Victorian feel (a big plus). Inventive delicious breakfasts and cocktail hour. They supply bikes and chairs and umbrellas are available at the beach at no extra cost. North of the hubbub near the mall. 2nd tme there and plan to return. read more

Best vacation ever! Not only is Cape May wonderful, but Susan and Ray make their guests feel at home. I am certain there is not a better place to stay in the area, as everything is perfectly thought out at the bed and breakfast. The rooms, breakfast, and amenities are fabulous. The only thing to decide is how to spend your time relaxing on the beach, eating at nearby restaurants, or site seeing. My girlfriend and I have now stayed twice and we never want to leave...just counting down until we can take another trip. Thank you, and please don't change anything. read more