Quiet & Unique Historic Hotel Faial Island

Located in the city of Horta, on Faial Island, the Historic Hotel Faial Island Edifício Internacional stands out as one of the most iconic landmarks linked to the cosmopolitan history of the Azores. Its origins date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a time when Horta became a strategic hub for maritime and telegraph communication routes across the Atlantic.

The building’s construction is closely tied to the vibrant international activity of the era, when submarine cable companies such as the British Eastern Telegraph Company established themselves on the island to connect Europe and America. Horta soon welcomed technicians, engineers, and workers from various nationalities, fostering the multicultural atmosphere that can still be felt in the city today.

The Edifício Internacional became a meeting place for people from different backgrounds, serving as the operational center for activities related to telegraph cables and, later, other communication services. Its architecture reflects European influences and stands proudly in Horta’s historic center, symbolizing the city’s openness to the world. Talk to us.