Fogo Island Inn
Radical contemporary architecture meets outport Newfoundland tradition. Wood stoves, handcrafted quilts, locally made furniture — but also radiant-heated floors, bidet toilets, and exceptionally good soundproofing. Warm, community-driven, and genuinely remote. The vibe is closer to a very considered cultural institution than a resort.
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Why It Matters
Three MICHELIN Keys (awarded September 2024) and a Relais & Châteaux member. One of the few hotels in the world that is also a functioning social enterprise — every dollar of profit goes to the island community. The architecture alone draws pilgrims. Getting here requires a flight, a drive, and a 45-minute ferry ride — and none of that is included in the room rate.
Fogo Island Inn is a 29-room all-inclusive inn perched on stilts above the North Atlantic on a small, sparsely populated island off the northeast coast of Newfoundland. Designed by architect Todd Saunders, the building looks like a saltbox house reimagined by someone who studied in Norway — white-painted black spruce over corten steel stilts, floor-to-ceiling glass, and an X-shaped footprint that points every room toward open ocean. The whole thing is owned by Shorefast, a registered Canadian charity founded by islander Zita Cobb, and 100% of operating surpluses go back into the community.
Where You'll Stay
12 room types available
Flat Earth Suite
The Flat Earth Suite is the Inn's captain's quarters — a two-storey, 102 m² retreat commanding north, east, and south views. Think of it as the penthouse of the end of the world. The only room with a stocked mini-bar, espresso machine, and exclusive access to your own private vehicle on-island.
King · 102 sqmFogo Island Family Loft Suite
Top-floor (4th) family loft suite with a two-level layout and ocean views. One of the most spacious family configurations in the Inn.
Multiple configurationsFogo Island Family Suite – Dual Ensuite, Rooftop View
3rd-floor family suite with dual ensuites and a rooftop view rather than direct ocean face — ideal for families wanting two private bathrooms and easy rooftop access.
Multiple configurationsFogo Island Family Suite – Ocean View
3rd-floor family suite with ocean views, designed to accommodate up to 5 guests. Kids aged 8+ are welcome; those 8–12 stay and dine free with an adult on the full-board rate.
Multiple configurationsFogo Island Loft Suite
A two-storey sanctuary on the 4th floor with ocean views that stretch from the lounge level up to the sleeping loft. More space and vertical drama than the standard rooms, without going full Flat Earth territory.
King or two singles · 56 sqmFogo Island Sunrise Suite
A corner suite on the 3rd floor facing east, hovering above the Inn's two-storey stilts. Wake up and watch boats coming in and out of Joe Batt's Arm. The sunrise views are the point.
King or two singles · 71 sqmFogo Island Sunset Suite
West-facing counterpart to the Sunrise Suite on the 3rd floor, designed to catch the evening light as it falls over the North Atlantic. Same generous suite footprint with all Inn standard amenities.
King or two singlesLabrador Room – 1st Floor
The entry-level rooms at Fogo Island Inn, which is a relative term when every room overlooks the North Atlantic. The 1st-floor Labrador Rooms have a closer-to-the-water feel, with the inn's corten stilts and rocky shoreline just outside.
King or two singles · 32 sqmLabrador Room – 2nd Floor
Mid-level Labrador Rooms sit above the stilts with a more elevated ocean sightline. Same amenities as the 1st floor but with a slightly different angle on the North Atlantic.
King or two singles · 32 sqmLabrador Room – 3rd Floor
The 3rd-floor Labrador Rooms offer an architect's-eye view of the Inn's own rooftop rock installations and of the ancient Back Western Shore. An insider's perspective on the building itself, plus the ocean.
King or two singles · 32 sqmNewfoundland Room – 3rd Floor
Third-floor Newfoundland Rooms with ocean views and access to the Inn's communal spaces. Same strong amenity package as the Labrador Rooms.
King or two singlesNewfoundland Room – 4th Floor
The top-floor Newfoundland Rooms soar at sky level, where the light above Fogo Island does unexpected things. Step out directly to the rooftop lounge for stargazing — it's right at your door.
King or two singles · 38 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Small-group watercolor painting, still-life drawing, or found-object collage workshops led by local artists. Spring to fall. Available at extra cost. Kids aged 8+ welcome.
Visit the Inn's on-site gallery showing work by artists who have completed residencies through Fogo Island Arts, a Shorefast initiative. Spring to fall. Included.
Use of fat bikes, e-bikes, and regular bicycles for exploring the island. Spring to fall. Fully included.
Guided fresh-water trout fishing on the island. Late spring to late summer. Included.
Fogo Island's coastal and inland habitat supports a rich variety of seabirds and migratory species. Guided birdwatching spring to fall. Included.
Traditional outdoor skills — fire-making, shelter building, and wilderness craft — led by local experts. Spring to fall. Included.
Traditional cod fishing off the Fogo Island waters. Summer to early fall. Available at extra cost.
The Inn's state-of-the-art cinema shows talks and documentaries — often about Fogo Island, Shorefast, and the broader community. Snacks included. Nightly.
Every guest is matched with a lifelong Fogo Islander for an orientation to the island — its history, nature, and culture. These hosts have fished, foraged, and walked the trails their whole lives. It's one of the most distinctive things the Inn offers.
Evening music and storytelling sessions drawing on the island's rich oral and musical traditions. Spring to fall. Included.
Evening campfires outside under the night sky. Summer to fall. Included.
Guided tours to identify and collect edible plants, flowers, and berries used in the Inn's kitchen. Late spring to fall. Included in the room rate.
Scenic helicopter flights over Fogo Island and surrounding coastline. Summer to fall. Available at extra cost.
Guided coastal and inland hikes across Fogo Island's wild terrain. All hiking essentials and weatherproof outdoor apparel provided. Included in the room rate.
An introduction to the traditional Newfoundland punt — the island's signature wooden rowboat. Late spring to fall. Included.
Sea kayaking along the Fogo Island coastline. Available late summer to early fall. Included in the room rate.
A guided boat tour around Fogo Island aboard a local vessel. Late spring to early fall. Available at extra cost.
Hands-on pottery sessions. Spring to fall. Available at extra cost.
Row a traditional Newfoundland punt on local waters. Summer to early fall. Included.
Fogo Island's remote location and minimal light pollution make for exceptional night skies. The Perseid meteor shower in August is a signature annual event.
A guided exploration of Fogo Island's coastal seaweed — how it's harvested and used sustainably. Spring to fall. Available at extra cost.
Guided berry picking across the island's bogs and barrens. Summer to fall. Included in the room rate.
An outdoor lunch in the Newfoundland tradition — food cooked over an open fire in the wild. Spring to fall. Included.
Guided wildlife excursion to spot whales from land or on the water in summer. Included in the room rate.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The Fogo Island Inn Gallery shows rotating exhibitions by artists who have completed residencies through Fogo Island Arts, a Shorefast initiative. Included for all guests.
High-speed wireless internet throughout the Inn. Included.
A curated library of books, including works by local Newfoundland authors. Binoculars and books from the library are provided in every guest room.
A state-of-the-art cinema screening talks, documentaries, and films — many related to Fogo Island, its people, and the Shorefast Foundation. Snack tray included nightly.
A large multi-use space for meetings, off-sites, celebrations, and concerts. Available for private events.
Second-floor yoga and fitness room with ocean views. Guided yoga classes are included in the room rate.
Gratuities are not accepted. Staff participate in a revenue-sharing plan instead. No tipping awkwardness.
Laundry service included at no extra charge.
Valet service including departure ferry coordination. Included.
24-hour In-Between Menu available to all guests at no extra charge. Included in the room rate.
Daily nightly turndown service. Included.
All hiking essentials and weatherproof outdoor apparel provided to guests for excursions. Included.
Carbon offset for the full stay, including ground transportation, is included in the room rate.
Complimentary on-island shuttle service for guests throughout their stay.
Wood-fired saunas on the rooftop deck with views over the North Atlantic. Included in the room rate.
Outdoor hot tubs on the rooftop deck. Ocean views. Included in the room rate.
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