When people hear the word “charming,” they usually think of small doors, slanted floors, and a ghost that politely moves your car keys. While we can’t confirm the ghost, the Hillcrest Inn definitely has personality. We aren’t a sterile, glass-and-chrome skyscraper where every room looks like a waiting room for a luxury dentist. We offer charming stays for people who like their vacations with a side of character and a floorboard that squeaks in B-flat.

Exploring the many sides of the Inn is like playing a very slow game of Tetris. Every room has a different view, a different vintage lamp that may or may not be haunted by a sea captain, and a different “vibe.” Some rooms are nautical-themed to the point where you expect a seagull to ask you for your ID. Others are so floral you might wake up thinking you’ve been reincarnated as a botanical garden. This variety is what makes our stays so memorable—you never quite know if you’re getting the “Captain’s Quarters” or the “Victorian Grandmother’s Tea Room.”

The most “charming” part of any stay is the communal breakfast. It is a fascinating study in human behavior. You have the “Early Birds” who have already jogged five miles and are eating fruit with terrifying intensity. Then you have the “Zombies” who are just staring at the coffee pot like it’s a holy relic. Navigating these many sides of social interaction before noon is a true test of spirit. But hey, the muffins are homemade, so even if you have to talk to a stranger about their parakeet, it’s worth it.

What does “charming” actually mean to you? Is it the lack of a corporate “cookie-cutter” feel, or is it just a polite way of saying the building is old? We’ve found that some guests find a dripping faucet “atmospheric,” while others find it a reason to call the front desk at 3:00 AM. Where do you draw the line between “historic character” and “I need a modern thermostat immediately”? Is the soul of a hotel found in its flaws or its perfections?

Whether you prefer the sun-drenched porch or the dim, wood-paneled library, the Inn has a corner for you. Exploring https://www.hillcrestinn.net/ the property is half the fun. We recommend wandering the halls until you get slightly lost, then claiming the nearest armchair as your sovereign territory. That’s the Hillcrest way.