Fogo Island Inn
Newfoundland and Labrador
Fogo Island Inn is a distinctive hotel situated on the northern shore of Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Canada. Completed in 2013, the inn features 29 guest rooms with expansive ocean views, a restaurant, rooftop Finnish-style saunas, a cinema in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada, a curated library, and an art gallery showcasing local culture. Designed by Todd Saunders with a floor plan resembling an "X," the building harmonizes with the rugged landscape, incorporating vernacular architectural elements such as stilts to reflect local building traditions. The inn is operated by Shorefast, a charity founded by Zita Cobb and her brothers to revitalize the island's economy and culture, with profits reinvested into the community. Sustainability is central to the inn’s design, utilizing rainwater harvesting and solar thermal collectors for water heating. The interiors feature handcrafted furnishings made by local artisans, evoking the feeling of traditional Fogo Island homes. In 2024, the inn earned the prestigious Three Michelin Keys distinction, recognizing its excellence in hospitality. Fogo Island Inn offers guests an immersive experience of the island’s natural beauty, culture, and community-driven regeneration.
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Consejo: Visitors should consider booking well in advance due to the inn's popularity and remote location. The best time to visit is during the summer months for milder weather and outdoor activities like hiking and wildlife excursions. Guests can enjoy full-board services that highlight local culinary traditions. The inn offers unique experiences such as rooftop saunas and cultural programs. Discounts or special offers may be available through Shorefast or seasonal promotions. Planning transportation ahead is advisable as the island is remote, and exploring the island’s natural surroundings is highly recommended during the stay.
Datos interesantes
- •The inn's design includes rooftop Finnish-style saunas, an unusual feature for a Canadian hotel.
- •All profits from the inn are reinvested into the local community via Shorefast.
- •The building's stilts are made from corten steel and stand 30 feet high, reflecting traditional local architecture.
- •The inn features a cinema operated in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada.
- •Furniture and interior elements are handcrafted locally to replicate traditional Fogo Island homes.
- •In 2024, the inn received the Three Michelin Keys award, the highest distinction for hotels.
Historia
Fogo Island's early settlements were established due to the abundant codfish, which shaped the island's economy and population.
However, overfishing led to a severe decline in cod stocks and economic hardship, culminating in a moratorium on cod fishing in 1992.
This caused population decline and abandoned buildings.
Zita Cobb, originally from Fogo Island but successful in the fibre-optics industry, returned to establish Shorefast to revitalize the community.
The Fogo Island Inn, completed in 2013, is part of this vision to foster economic and cultural resilience through sustainable tourism and arts initiatives.
Guía del lugar
Guest Rooms2013
The inn has 29 unique guest rooms arranged along the leg of the building facing Little Fogo Island, each offering floor-to-ceiling ocean views and designed to immerse guests in the island's landscape.
Rooftop Saunas2013
Finnish-style saunas located on the roof of the main building, designed by Rintala Eggertsson Architects, providing a unique wellness experience with panoramic ocean views.
Art Gallery
Curated by Fogo Island Arts, the gallery showcases local artists and cultural heritage, reflecting the island's artistic community and traditions.
Cinema
A small cinema operated in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada, offering guests curated film experiences that connect with Canadian culture and storytelling.
Restaurant
Offers a menu blending modern tastes with local culinary traditions, featuring dishes inspired by the island’s planters, fishers, hunters, and foragers.
Contacto
Teléfono: (709) 658-3444
