Another fine mansion built in 1897 in another fine neighborhood (3 blocks northeast of Province House), Hillhurst features an abundance of nice touches, not the least of which is the extraordinarily detailed woodworking carved by some of the city's shipbuilders. Read More
Hillhurst Inn is an elegant nine-suite heritage property located in the heart of Charlottetown and built by a successful shipbuilder, oozes lavishness and majesty with its Colonial Revival style and abundant woodwork. Explore the coast by taking a day trip along the Lady Slipper Scenic Drive, with its views of sandstone cliffs and fishing harbors. Before you leave, though, ask attentive inn staff to help orchestrate a romantic evening by putting together a special champagne tray, complete with chocolates and long-stemmed red roses, ready upon your return. The rest is up to you... Read More
January 01, 2009
Canada Turns up the Heat by Colleen Seto
Hillhurst Inn in Charlottetown, P.E.I., is a grand old house from a bygone era. Built in 1897, the inn is a Georgian revival home that has played host to many a history-maker over the years. The inn is within walking distance of pretty much everything in Charlottetown, including the harbourfront.
January 18, 2007