• Home
  • About
  • The Property
  • Suites/Rooms
  • Amenities
  • History
  • Neighbourhood
  • Guest Information
  • Wellness at Hillcrest
  • More
    • Home
    • About
    • The Property
    • Suites/Rooms
    • Amenities
    • History
    • Neighbourhood
    • Guest Information
    • Wellness at Hillcrest
  • Home
  • About
  • The Property
  • Suites/Rooms
  • Amenities
  • History
  • Neighbourhood
  • Guest Information
  • Wellness at Hillcrest

History of Hillcrest Boutique Hotel

Steeped in history, Hillcrest Boutique Hotel—once lovingly known as Aunt Nea’s Inn - is a distinguished Bermudian Estate located in the heart of St. George’s, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

 

The property spans the entirety of Nea’s Alley, a name tied to one of Bermuda’s most intriguing love stories.


In 1803, famed Irish poet Thomas Moore was said to have been captivated by Hester “Nea”

Tucker, the wife of his neighbor. So taken by her allure, he penned a scandalous poem

professing his admiration—forever linking the home to a tale of poetry, passion, and the island’s

romantic mystique.


Originally built in the 1700s, the estate at Hillcrest later became the residence of the American

Consul before evolving into a place of hospitality. In 1961, Trew Robinson opened the property

as Hillcrest Guest House, welcoming travelers to experience its timeless charm. More recently,

in 2011, the PBS television series This Old House featured renovations at 

Harbour View, a sister property of Aunt Nea’s Inn.


Today, after meticulous restoration, Hillcrest begins a new chapter—reintroducing itself as a

boutique hotel ~ a place.where classic heritage and contemporary grace seamlessly intertwine. 


Hillcrest ~Effortlessly Elegant, Endlessly Inviting.

book now

admin@hillcrestbermuda.com 

1 Nea's Alley, St. George, Bermuda

(441) 497-4455

Copyright © 2025 Hillcrest Boutique Hotel  - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

DeclineAccept