Located in Cape May, N.J., The Star is operated by Cape Resorts, and as guests of the hotel, you and your family are able to enjoy the amenities and activities — such as a spa and onsite dining — offered at its nearby sister resorts, which include the family-friendly Beach Shack, Congress Hall, and Sandpiper Beach Club.
The Star offers three room variations: Inn Guest Rooms, Carriage Suites, and Motel-Style Efficiencies, the later of which is best for families. Efficiencies sleep up to four in king beds — outfitted with deluxe Serta mattresses — along with pullout sofas, and they feature kitchenettes, flat-screen TV’s and Wi-Fi access. Private backyards and porch swings are a plus, too — request a room on the first floor to enjoy them; second-floor rooms offer balconies with cozy rocking chairs.
Because the hotel is located right on the beach, guests enjoy easy access to the sand, where they can use complimentary lounge chairs, umbrellas and towels, courtesy of the hotel. Cabanas are also available for rent on a first-come, first served basis (with half-day and full-day fees), should you want to keep your little ones out of the sun. They’re quite popular, so consider reserving months in advance by phone or via the hotel’s Web site.
Seasonal events, package deals and easily accessible activities, such as Dark Star Pirate Cruises and self-guided tours of Beach Plum Farm (where much of Cape Resorts’ food is grown), round out the appeal for families.
