Cape May hotel owners are modernizing while respecting the city’s Victorian history

Change is coming as bed-and-breakfasts continue to disappear, and longtime beachfront hotel owners are retiring and selling out.

Cape May bills itself as “the nation’s oldest seashore resort,” and its hotels have long attracted visitors looking for Victorian charm rather than the latest amenities. Although you will still find that atmosphere — the entire downtown is a National Historic Landmark — there are signs of change.