Coffee and a good book to start your day in Cape May. Afterwards, a bike ride in the summer breeze—perhaps to the pool at Congress Hall, or to Tommy's Folly Boutique for a little treasure hunting? The day is yours to decide.

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Book your summer, fall, or holiday stay stay and enjoy a daily $50 resort credit—on the house.

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Anticipation builds at the Virginia Hotel, where, after you check in and unlock the door to your guest room, an intimate evening awaits. Take your seat in the private Richmond Room for this exclusive experience, where you’ll join fellow hotel guests, as well as the winemakers of the very wine that Chef Jason Hanin has tailored his menu to. The night evolves over the clinking of cutlery and glassware, as you’re treated to the storytelling and firsthand experience shared by the featured vineyard’s proprietors. Featuring five delectable courses, these evenings present a can’t-miss offering of immersive wine-focused dining—with each bite chosen to pair with each sip.

Our Fall Winemaker Select Dinners will be available as part of an overnight package at The Virginia Hotel. Seating is limited for these exciting evenings. A la carte reservations will be offered closer to the events, should availability allow.

Included in our Winemaker Select Dinner hotel package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia
• Seats at a Five-Course Winemaker Select Dinner in the Richmond Room
• Daily Continental Breakfast each morning of your stay
• Complimentary Valet Parking, with in-and-out privileges for the entirety of your stay

Package Dates and Availability

November Dinner - Stag's Leap

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Stag's Leap wines are known for their elegance, balance, and a signature style that combines power with finesse. The winery's Cabernet Sauvignons, in particular, are celebrated for their rich, complex flavors, featuring notes of dark fruit, herbs, and a distinctive minerality that reflects the unique terroir of the region.

The winery's philosophy revolves around respecting the natural environment and allowing the vineyards to express their character through the wines, resulting in a portfolio that is both timeless and innovative.

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“It’s been too long”. Your eyes light up as you arrive to Cape May, where you’ll meet up with the people in your life who—despite busy schedules—make it feel like no time has passed. Celebrate those meaningful friendships with a deluxe escape filled with delicious cocktails, boutique shopping, and some time spent at the Sea Spa.

Included in this package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia Hotel and Cottages
• Welcome Cocktails for your group at The Ebbitt Room
• A $100 Spa Credit at Congress Hall's Sea Spa for each member of your group
• A $50 Shopping Credit at Tommy's Folly Boutique for each member of your group

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Please Note: Online reservations for Our Girls' Getaway package default to two (2) guests. Additional guests can be added to your reservation as a Stay Enhancement at the time of booking.

Subject to availability and change. Restrictions may apply. Packages cannot be combined to existing offers. Packages cannot be applied to existing reservations. Packages cannot be applied to wedding or group blocks.

Spend your Thanksgiving in the elegance of the Virginia Hotel. We've thought of everything to host the perfect holiday—from the incredible wine selections, to Chef Jason Hanin's meticulous Thanksgiving menu—and will ensure you a getaway as thoughtful as it is tasteful, in every sense of the word.

Included in our Thanksgiving Dinner overnight package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia
• Welcome Cocktails for Two in the Ebbitt Room Lounge
• Thanksgiving Dinner in the Ebbitt Room featuring a delicious 3-course prix fixe menu prepared by Executive Chef Jason Hanin
• Complimentary Continental Breakfast made-to-order and delivered to your Guest Room each morning
• Complimentary Valet Parking with in-and-out privileges for the entirety of your stay

For personalized reservations assistance, please call a Reservations Specialist toll-free at (800) 732-4236

Thanksgiving Dinner Menu

prix fixe menu

FIRST COURSE

AUTUMN BEETROOT SALAD
mission figs, puy lentils, whipped feta, pomegranate, seeds & sprouts

SIMPLE FARM SALAD
baby lettuce, cucumber, herbs, roasted shallot dressing

WINTER SQUASH SOUP
jumbo lump crab, togarashi oil, crema, chives

DEVILED EGGS
seasonal toppings

ENTRÉE

WHOLE ROASTED HERITAGE TURKEY
classic stuffing, haricot vert, potato puree, cranberry relish, herb pan gravy
(minimum 6 guests, served family-style)

HERITAGE TURKEY PLATE
classic stuffing, haricot vert, potato puree, cranberry relish, herb pan gravy

ORA KING SALMON
citrus, fennel, tuscan farm kale, lemon beurre blanc

ROAST HOLIDAY HAM
haricot vert, rosemary scalloped potatoes, vanilla maple glaze

8oz PRIME N.Y. STRIP
broccolini, potato puree, porcini mushroom wine jus
$20 add on

Romance awaits on Jackson Street this season, where you and your sweetheart will arrive to a selection of artisanal chocolates in your guest room, compliments of our friends at Louisa's Chocolate Bar. Downstairs, a table waits for you at the Ebbitt Room—as does a glass of prosecco for the perfect Valentine's toast.

Included in this package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia Hotel, the Pink Cottage, or the Red Cottage
• A Special In-Room Welcome Amenity prepared by Ebbitt Room Executive Chef Jason Hanin, waiting for you in your guest room
• A Romantic Dinner for Two in the Ebbitt Room
• Daily Continental Breakfast, made-to-order and delivered either to your guest room at The Virginia Hotel, or to The Virginia's beautiful Lobby Lounge
• Complimentary Valet Parking with in-and-out privileges, for the entirety of your stay

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"Dinner for Two is a one-time $100 dinner dining credit in the Ebbitt Room. All dining charges must be charged to your room for credit to apply. Tax and gratuity are not included. Dining reservations are strongly suggested.

Please note that in-room chocolate selection may contain: tree nuts, peanuts, wheat (in scotch whiskey), and/or minimal alcohol.

Subject to availability and change. Restrictions may apply. Packages cannot be combined to existing offers. Packages cannot be applied to existing reservations. Packages cannot be applied to wedding or group blocks.

Anticipation builds at the Virginia Hotel, where, after you check in and unlock the door to your guest room, an intimate evening awaits. Take your seat in the private Richmond Room for this exclusive experience, where you’ll join fellow hotel guests, as well as the winemakers of the very wine that Chef Jason Hanin has tailored his menu to. The night evolves over the clinking of cutlery and glassware, as you’re treated to the storytelling and firsthand experience shared by the featured vineyard’s proprietors. Featuring five delectable courses, these evenings present a can’t-miss offering of immersive wine-focused dining—with each bite chosen to pair with each sip.

Our December Winemaker Select Dinner will be available as part of an overnight package at The Virginia Hotel. Seating is limited for this exciting evening. A la carte reservations will be offered closer to the event, should availability allow.

Included in our Winemaker Select Dinner hotel package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia
• Seats at a Five-Course Winemaker Select Dinner in the Richmond Room
• Daily Continental Breakfast each morning of your stay
• Complimentary Valet Parking, with in-and-out privileges for the entirety of your stay

Dates and Availability

Thursday, December 19 - Champagne Gosset

Founded in 1584 by Pierre Gosset, Champagne Gosset is the oldest wine house in Champagne. For more than four centuries, the preservation of style, elegance and family traditions in the making of Gosset champagne has been paramount. Champagne Gosset’s reputa­tion for high-quality starts in the vineyard, where they source grapes almost entirely from premier cru and grand cru vineyards.

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The gingerbread architecture of the Virginia sets the tone for a Cape May Christmas at its finest! Find your merriment here on Jackson Street, where you'll swear you've stepped back in time as the horse-drawn carriages make their way down the road. Cups of cheer await you at the Ebbitt Room Bar—sure to make spirits bright—and a delicious Christmas Dinner in the Ebbitt Room promises an elegant holiday feast by candlelight.

Included in our Christmas overnight package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations at The Virginia
• Welcome Cocktails for Two in the Ebbitt Room Lounge
• Christmas Dinner in the Ebbitt Room featuring a menu prepared by Executive Chef Jason Hanin
• Complimentary Continental Breakfast made-to-order and delivered to your Guest Room each morning
• Complimentary Valet Parking with in-and-out privileges for the entirety of your stay

What's your New Year's preference? For us at the Virginia, an elegant night with cocktails, fine dining, champagne with dessert fits the bill quite nicely. That's not to say our New Year's celebration will be subdued—in fact, with the shimmering decor, countdown, and toasts at midnight, it promises to be quite the opposite—however, we do prefer a sense of intimacy and understatement. Executive Chef Jason Hanin has prepared an incredible prix fixe menu, special for the evening.

Included in our New Year's Eve overnight package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations
• Welcome Cocktails for Two in the Ebbitt Room Lounge
• New Year's Eve Dinner in the Ebbitt Room, featuring a delicious 4-course prix fixe menu prepared by Executive Chef Jason Hanin, complete with a Champagne Toast to commemorate the evening
• A New Year's Day Recovery Kit for Two, with everything you need to feel refreshed and rejuvenated as you start your first day of 2025
• Complimentary Continental Breakfast, made-to-order and delivered to your Guest Room each morning
• Complimentary Valet Parking with in-and-out privileges for the entirety of your stay

Spectacular guided hikes—one each day, and each with a surprise—form the basis for our Intention getaways. Explore the hidden pockets of Cape May's landscape, covering miles of coastline, dunes, and reeded shoreline.

Rest follows days of wholesome activity. A private massage, as well as an expertly-instructed yoga session, relax and fortify mind and body.

The vegan menu will amaze you. Our Intention Winter Wellness retreats feature lovingly-prepared cuisine, hand-crafted mocktails, and pressed juices. Lunch each day will be the perfect finish to that morning's hike. Dinner in the Virginia's Richmond Room will feature Chef Jason Hanin's specially-created menus.

Included in this package:

• 1pm Early Check-In on the Monday of your arrival
• A Welcome Mocktail, made using farm-fresh ingredients
• Daily Breakfast, expertly prepared and hand-delivered to your guest room
• Daily Lunch, to refresh and fortify
• Nightly Three-Course Vegan Dinner, with three-mocktail pairing, prepared by Executive Chef Jason Hanin
• Guided Hikes for Every Ability around Cape May's lesser-known trails
• A Yoga Class led by expert instructors, suitable for all skill levels
• A Private Massage Treatment, provided on-site by the Sea Spa
• All Transportation Included during your stay, to and from the Virginia

Dates and Availability

Monday, January 6 through Wednesday, January 8

Checking out Thursday, January 9, 2025

Please note: Online bookings for our Intention Winter Wellness package default to one (1) guest. Additional guests can be added for an additional fee when you make your reservation.

Monday, January 13 through Wednesday, January 15

Checking out Thursday, January 16, 2025

Please note: Online bookings for our Intention Winter Wellness package default to one (1) guest. Additional guests can be added for an additional fee when you make your reservation.

Perfect for both couples and individual travelers, our Hibernate getaways are designed to move at a pace that works best for you. You’ll love the daily continental breakfast, as well as the delicious and hearty selections of Executive Chef Jason Hanin’s Café Menu, both served to you either in the beautiful downstairs lounge and dining rooms, or—for a more private experience—delivered to the comfort of your guest room.

Included in this package:

• Daily Continental Breakfast, made-to-order and delivered daily
• A Delicious Dinner for Two from the Ebbitt Room's Winter Café Menu, served either in the Ebbitt Room dining room, or delivered to your guest room for an in-room dining experience
• 1:00pm late check-out (not available on Friday or Saturday departures)
• Complimentary Valet Parking, with in-and-out privileges, for the entirety of your stay

Enhance your Virginia Hibernate getaway with:

• Healthy Indulgence Basket, featuring a bottle of red wine, dark chocolate, and a selection of artisanal snacks
• Comfort and Care Basket, featuring salty snacks, freshly-baked cookies, and a bottle of Tito's™ Vodka
• In-Room Serenity Basket, featuring a selection of herbal teas, hydrating facial masks, and a bottle of prosecco
• A Book Selection from the New York Times Bestseller list, ordered in advance of your arrival and waiting for you in your guest room

Reservations for this package will be available in the coming weeks. To learn more, we invite you to join our e-newsletter.

Plan a grand romantic weekend, or a cozy midweek escape—whatever the milestone, we will provide the gracious touch and exceptional service that ensure indelible memories.

Your romantic getaway includes:

Virginia Hotel & Cottages

• Deluxe Accommodations
• Dinner for two in the Ebbitt Room*
• Continental Breakfast for two each morning
• Complimentary Valet Parking

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Congress Hall

• Deluxe Accommodations
• Dinner for two in the Ebbitt Room*
• Complimentary Valet Parking

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Promo Code: EBBITT

After booking your overnight stay, please make your dinner reservation by calling the Ebbitt Room at (609) 884-5700.

*Terms and conditions apply. See the Reservations Website for full details.

“The largest variety of birds are moving south to their wintering grounds," Richard says. "We get everything: 30 species of warbler, shorebirds, raptors—you name it. It’s possible to see nearly 200 species over just a few days."

Richard Crossley is an internationally acclaimed birder, photographer and award winning author of ‘The Crossley ID Guide’ series. Crazy, wildly passionate, driven and single-minded are just a few of the words used to describe his love of birding and the outdoors.

Included in this package:

• Deluxe Overnight Accommodations
• A Welcome Reception on the Sunday night of your arrival, where you'll meet your hosts over refreshments and light bites
• A copy of The Crossley ID Guide: Eastern Birds, Richard Crossley's definitive field guide that will vastly improve your ability to identify birds
• Two Hands-On Birding excursions, led by Richard Crossley
• Breakfast each morning
• Lunch in between your excursions, to refresh and fortify
• An Adventure Dinner on Monday, featuring a spontaneous location around Cape May's fields and coastlines. These special open air pop-up dinners are served family-style at a communal table, and each features a delicious farm-to-table dinner menu tailored to the evening
• All transportation provided from Beach Plum Farm to each destination and back again, for the duration of your stay

Stay a Little Longer

Extend your stay! Guests who reserve our Migration package are invited extend their stay for an additional night with a 30% discount on the evening's rate.

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Sunday, March 9 through Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Checking out Tuesday, October 7 or Wednesday, October 8

Sunday, October 19 through Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Checking out Tuesday, October 21 or Wednesday, October 22