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Santa Visits Cape May

These long-time guests at The Mission Inn are also Santa and Mrs. Clause during the holiday season. Thanks for visiting as your alter-egos!
Let It Snow – Christmas 2020

Our Christmas theme in 2020 was “Let It Snow”. With more than 10,000 bright white lights, we added a little bit of holiday cheer to town.
Back Patio Fountain

Relax and rejuvenate in our back patio area. Breath in the ocean the air, listen to the soothing sounds of the fountain, and watch the birds at the feeders. Ahhhh…
Certified Wildlife Habitat

We are proud to have our gardens earn the distinction of a certified wildlife habitat from the National Wildlife Federation.
Back Patio

Our wooden monk on the back patio is watching over the birds and the blooms.
The Mission Inn Gardens

We just love these little round flowers that add a signature pop of color to our yard.
The Mission Inn Gardens

An early sign of spring!
Daisies for Days

Our shasta daisies are late bloomers, bringing some beauty to our gardens in the fall.
The Mission Inn Gardens

Beautiful blooms in the springtime!
The Mission Inn Supper Club

Chef Leslie prepared this incredible charcuterie board for one of our Supper Club events – beautiful and delicious!
Breakfast Pizza

Chef Leslie loves to put a creative spin on the idea of an omelette. This was her colorful and delicious breakfast pizza.
Summer Sky at Nightfall

What an amazing sky over the inn! One of the most colorful sunsets ever.
Breakfast Fruit Course

Every morning breakfast starts off with a beautiful and mouth-watering fresh fruit course. Snap a photo before you dig in!
9-11 Remembrance Ceremony

Every year on September 11, Cape May holds a remembrance ceremony to honor those who were killed during the 9-11 terrorist attacks. Our local Coast Guard base joins forces with the city for a moving event at sunset.
Veterans’ Day

Every November, we participate in the B&B’s for Vet event by donating rooms for active and retired military. After a complimentary stay at The Mission Inn, they participate in Cape May’s Veterans’ Day event.
Eggs Benedict for Breakfast

Mmmmm! Eggs Benedict with a homemade hollandaise sauce topped with fresh lump crab meat and pumpernickel bread crumbs. Served with a side of Canadian bacon and pan-fried crispy potatoes and a chocolate chip scone.
Summer Sunset

Watching the sun sink behind the lighthouse on a warm summer night is magical!
House Concert – Chivalrous Crickets

In March, 2019, the Chivalrous Crickets filled the inn with medieval melodies, Celtic harmonies, and stories about the legend of Robin Hood. Very cool!
House Concert – The Honeyhawks

We love hosting intimate house concerts at The Mission Inn. Local acoustic duo, The Honeyhawks, played at the inn in February, 2019.
Cape May Winery

We enjoy special tasting events at the Cape May Winery. And it’s even more fun with friends!
Exit Zero Jazz Festival

Twice a year, Exit Zero Jazz Festival brings world-class jazz musicians to Cape May. Our guests love to combine a spring or fall getaway at the beach with this special event.
The San Juan Bautista Room

Our largest guest room comes with both a king bed and two twin trundle beds, making it the perfect option for a mother-daughter getaway or a girls’ trip weekend.
Complimentary Bikes

During your stay with us, you will have complimentary access to our fleet of beach cruiser bikes. Ride them around the block or all over town. It’s the best way to see Cape May!
The San Luis Rey Room

As one of our most spacious rooms, the San Luis Rey room is located on the second floor and offers guests a beautiful and comfortable spot to call home during their time in Cape May.
The Santa Clara Room

This second-floor guest room features a comfortable king bed, lots of natural light, and a hand-crafted headboard designed to look like the front of the California mission that the room is named after.
The Santa Clara Room – Fireplace

This second-floor guest suite features a king bed with a hand-crafted headboard, original wood floors, and an electric fireplace adorned with creatively hand-painted classic book covers.
The San Francisco de Asis Room

Welcome to the San Francisco de Asis room! Guests love the secluded bungalow feeling of this second floor room. They also love the luxurious king bed and sunken jetted tub in this beautiful room.
Christmas Spirit

Our guests love getting into the Christmas spirit during the holidays! And our decorations make for the perfect photo opp for next year’s Christmas card.
Fourth of July Fireworks

During the summer of 2020, Cape May’s fireworks were canceled due to COVID-19. So The Mission Inn put on it’s own virtual fireworks display!
Monarch Butterfly

Thousands of monarch butterflies visit Cape May every year as they migrate in the fall. This one was hanging out in our garden and filling up on fuel for the long flight south.
Light Up Cape May – 2019 Winners!

We were happy to be named the “Best Overall” winners for our holiday light decorations in December, 2019. Our Christmas theme was Merry Fishmas!
San Juan Capistrano Rain Shower

All of our guest rooms have private en suite showers, including the San Juan Capistrano’s walk-in shower with beautiful accent tiles and an overhead rain shower head.
The San Buenaventura Room

A beautiful handmade headboard, a luxurious king-sized bed, a large closet, lots of natural light, and original wood floors welcome guests to this first-floor room.
Guest Room Storage Space

All of our guest rooms have plenty of storage space. This super-sized closet in the San Buenaventura room includes a creatively painted library mural.
The San Juan Capistrano Room

The beautiful San Juan Capistrano Room is located on the first floor and features a luxurious king bed with lots of natural light and views of our back patio gardens.
The San Diego Room

The San Diego guest room is one of our largest rooms. A private seating area is situated in front of the gas fireplace and features two comfortable oversized reading chairs.
Jetted Spa Showers

All of our rooms have private baths and most have luxurious jetted spa showers. The one shown here is in the beautiful San Luis Rey room located on the second floor of the inn.
The Santa Barbara Room

The Santa Barbara guest room features a luxurious king bed, artistic murals, a fireplace, closet space, and a private en suite bathroom with a jetted shower.
Cape May’s Front Porch Project

This photo was taken during COVID-19 quarantine as part of Cape May’s Front Porch Project. A local photographer took free photos of people around town, and in exchange we donated money to the Cape May Food Closet.
Artistic Murals

Beautiful hand-painted murals fill the walls around the inn, providing guests with peaceful and artistic surroundings.
Open and Airy Spaces

The layout of The Mission Inn provides guests with plenty of open and airy spaces with lots of natural light.
Pollinator Friendly Gardens

Most of the plants and flowers around the inn are designed to attract pollinators. The bees and butterflies love them!
Sweet or Savory

Our guests will enjoy a variety of breakfast dishes during their stay, including both sweet and savory options. On “sweet day” Chef Leslie’s homemade fresh fruit crepes are always a guest favorite!
Breakfast Choices

Chef Leslie will create eggs any way you’d like them prepared, including a delicious egg white omellette – just ask!
Cape May’s Original Boardwalk

We now have a “promenade” that runs along the ocean, but in the late 1800’s Cape May had a beautiful boardwalk for visitors to stroll along.
The Mission Inn in 1934

This was a private residence until 1992, and the private beach house for several prominent Philadelphia families.
Holiday House Concert – 2018

What a special night of music! Porter and Sayles performed a holiday house concert in our great room.
Christmas Ornament – 2018

Every year we do a special commemorative ornament that we sell and donate the proceeds to a local charity. This year’s charity was the NJ Audubon.
Christmas Table 2018

Red and green table setting for the Candlelight Christmas Tour in December, 2018.
Starry, Starry Night – Christmas 2017

Looking through the front door windows into the great room, all decorated for Christmas in December, 2017.
Starry, Starry Night – Christmas 2017

Shooting star lights up our veranda for our Christmas 2017 theme: Starry, Starry Night.
Starry, Starry Night – Christmas 2017

The dining room window was all decked out for our Christmas 2017 theme of “Starry, Starry Night”.
Christmas Table 2017

Teal and silver table setting for the Candlelight Christmas Tour in December, 2017.
Christmas 2016

Silver bells on the Christmas tree in December, 2016.
Christmas 2017 – Holiday Selfie

Fun family group photo from their Christmas visit in 2017.
Valentine’s Day Mantel

We decorate the fireplace mantel in our great room for different seasons and special holidays.
San Buenventura – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Buenaventura headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
San Francisco de Asis – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Francisco de Asis headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
San Juan Capistrano – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Juan Capistrano headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
San Diego – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Diego headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
San Juan Bautista – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Juan Bautista headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
Santa Clara – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The Santa Clara headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
San Luis Rey – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The San Luis Rey headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
Santa Barbara Room – Headboard

All of our guest rooms feature a custom headboard made by a local artist. The Santa Barbara headboard is designed to look like the California mission that it’s named after.
Afternoon Snacks

Guests can help themselves to an afternoon snack prepared by Chef Leslie every afternoon.
Two-Person Swing

The two-person swing on the back patio offers guests a way to unwind and relax with a good book or a glass of wine.
The Veranda

Our veranda features inviting ocean breezes and plenty of sunshine for guests to enjoy during breakfast.
Back Patio Firepit

The gas firepit on our back patio offers guests a relaxing space to enjoy in the cool evening air of the spring and fall seasons.
The Great Room

This welcoming room features a 16 foot barrel ceiling, the original brick fireplace, and restored wooden floors.
Year-Round Solarium

Our solarium provides guests with an open and airy place to read, relax, or reconnect.
Signature Cookies

Our signature oatmeal, cranberry, coconut cookies are baked fresh every day.
Fruit Course

Breakfast starts off with a course of seasonal fresh fruit, usually paired with some of our favorite vanilla bean Greek yogurt.
Breakfast Plate

Our breakfast plates are definitely Instagram-worthy! And they are also a delicious and healthy way to start your day.
Chef Leslie

Chef Leslie has been making creative and delicious dishes at The Mission Inn for 26 years!