Fogo Island Inn
On Newfoundland’s rugged coast, where summer icebergs glide past and winter skies shimmer with the Northern Lights, Fogo Island Inn rises on stilts above the rocks. Its bold, angular form meets the elements head-on, yet inside the mood is calm, refined and quietly inviting.
Designed by Norway-based architect Todd Saunders, the 43,000-square-foot inn features 29 unique guest rooms, each one crafted as a nostalgic nod to the island’s past. The local, handmade rugs and quilts bring a warm, comforting sense of place as you gaze at views of the North Atlantic. Not to mention the cosy wood-burning stoves, a welcome sight after a day of guided hikes, berry-picking, or fishing excursions led by the island’s residents, thanks to the Inn’s Community Host programme.
Operated as a social enterprise, it reinvests all profits into local initiatives, ensuring that Fogo Island’s unique way of life and traditions are preserved for future generations. The inn also champions local artistry, housing a gallery, cinema, and library that showcase Fogo Island’s rich creative culture. This means every stay is an opportunity to experience, reflect, and contribute to the island in profound ways.
