SJM_PROFILE_The_Grand_Hotel_0921_profile 9 / 23 / 21 10 : 20 AM Page 1 PROMOTION B U S I N E S S S P O T L I G H T hit among the locals , ” Kripfgans says . “ Every week on Wednesdays Hemingway’s offers our famous prime rib , which is always the busiest night of the week . Hemingway’s offers a large bar and televises all the sports Falling for Cape May games , including the Eagles and Phillies . Also , at Hemingway’s as part of your wedding package you can choose to add on an after - Autumn is still a wonderful time of year to visit party there , where you can do a Philly cheeses - the Shore , and The Grand Hotel will make it a trip teak station or other fun late - night snacks for your wedding guests . That’s nice because you won’t soon forget . by MATT COSENTINO weddings normally end at 10 o’clock but pool and pool bar where you can get cocktails you can continue to celebrate down there . ” residents of South Jersey and The Grand is currently running its a beyond are well aware , Cape May nd lunch open through Columbus Day Fabulous Fall Getaway special , with options has been a prime destination for weekend . We also have the indoor pool with As for two - , three - or five - night packages . summer vacations for decades thanks a hot tub . Families traveling in the offseason Depending on the length of stay , guests to its mix of Victorian charm , the finest will find plenty to keep them busy . ” receive either a $ 50 , $ 100 or $ 200 resort credit dining at the Shore , wholesome family For those scheduling a corporate event , that can be redeemed anywhere from Hem - entertainment for the kids and plenty of work retreat or class reunion , The Grand has ingway’s to the pool bar to the gift shop . There nightlife options for the adults . more than 17,000 square feet of unique A lesser - known secret , however , is that function space with panoramic views of the this seaside town has all of that and more to ocean . Of course , the property is a huge hit offer in the delightful fall months . Even for weddings , from memorable ceremonies though Labor Day has come and gone , on the beach with the bride and groom’s there remains plenty of time for either a toes in the sand to four different ballrooms of varying sizes with award - winning cuisine for the reception . A stunning outdoor sun - deck is available as well and the open - air space helps promote safety during the time of COVID - 19 . relaxing getaway or an action - packed trip to Cape May , and The Grand Hotel is happy to The Grand Hotel welcome guests of all ages no matter what 1045 Beach Ave . , Cape May kind of adventure they are seeking . ( 800 ) 257 - 8550 Located steps from the beach , The GrandHotelCapeMay.com Grand has a variety of luxurious accom - modations — including two - story town - house is also the Thanksgiving Ocean Holiday “ We’ve always had the sundeck but in the suites — with all of the creature com - Celebration , available from Wednesday . past year people have really liked that option forts of home . The full - service hotel features Nov . 24 because to Saturday , Nov . 27 that comes with a number of amenities , from a restaurant and it’s out in the open and it just lodging , breakfast and dinner , including a tra - bar to fitness room , arcade and ballrooms . makes people feel more comfortable , ” Kripf - ditional Thanksgiving feast . Visitors do not have to leave the property to gans says . “ It’s nice because with the weather Whether it’s a holiday party or just a brief find the escape they are looking for , or they being so mild through October , we can still fall getaway , now is the time to discover what can explore area attractions such as the utilize the space . In case of inclement Cape May and The Grand have to offer Washington Street Mall with top - notch weather we always have a backup plan and after the crowds have dispersed and the won - shopping and dining venues . The little ones can move you inside . ” derful autumn months have arrived . are sure to enjoy an excursion to the Cape Hemingway’s , the hotel’s on - site restau - “ We see the same families and couples May County Park & Zoo or Morey’s Piers rant and bar , serves breakfast , lunch and year after year , ” Kripfgans says . “ Some have on the nearby Wildwood Boardwalk . dinner and is well - known for prime cuts of been staying with us for over a decade , and “ The fall in Cape May is still very beau - steak and locally sourced seafood along then all of a sudden their kids or grandkids tiful , ” says Kelly - Ann Kripfgans , marketing & with a wide range of creative , American - style are getting married here . We would love to special events coordinator at The Grand . appetizers and entrees . see new faces as well . This truly is one of the “ The weather is mild and we keep our beach “ It’s definitely very convenient for all the n most fun times of the year . ” service open into September . We have our guests staying at the hotel , but it’s also a huge SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume 18 issue 6 SouthJerseyMagazine.com 52 |