Florianopolis, BrazilForte
Fuso Concept Hotel
Modernist coastal enclave
Modernist coastal enclave
Thirteen glass pavilions step down a forested headland, balancing sharp Brazilian architecture against the surrounding Atlantic forest.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Architect Eduarda Tonietto set concrete and glass pavilions around furniture by Jader Almeida.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Fuso’s light-filled interiors showcase pieces by iconic Brazilian designers like Jader Almeida and Sérgio Rodrigues, and the architect owner tapped the Japanese-Brazilian landscape artist Alex Hanazak to plant the surrounding gardens.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The quiet sands of Praia do Forte sit just downhill, and the beach clubs of Jurerê Internacional are minutes away.
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The rooms
Sliding glass doors open onto wide timber decks, and nine of the bungalows have their own plunge pools.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Daybeds line the heated outdoor infinity pool, which looks out over the ocean from the main timber deck.
The spa and gym
Cardio machines and weights fill the fitness room, and Gaya Spa adds hot stone therapies and steam baths.
Fuso Main Restaurant
The kitchen serves fresh Santa Catarina oysters and local seafood across a stepped deck warmed by open fire pits.
At the table
Bartenders mix craft cocktails at the backlit stone counter, set beneath a slatted timber ceiling.
How it began
The grounds border the eighteenth-century São José fortress, shaped to preserve the headland's original rock formations and native trees.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.