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Sunshine Inn, Twillingate & Beyond Inc.

Stay at Sunshine Inn in Twillingate, featuring casual rooms with ocean views, LGBTQ+ friendly amenities, a shared kitchen, and proximity to whale-watching and lighthouses.

98 Main St, Twillingate, NL A0G 0B7, Canada View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 70 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Kitchens in some rooms
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable harbourfront stay with welcoming atmosphere

Guests appreciate the cozy rooms, scenic ocean and harbour views, and well-equipped communal spaces. The inn offers a relaxing, friendly environment ideal for exploring Twillingate and nearby attractions.

Guests often praise

  • Spacious, comfortable rooms with large windows and pleasant harbour or ocean views
  • Well-stocked shared kitchen and cozy common areas, ideal for self-catering
  • Inviting outdoor deck and hot tub overlooking the water
  • Friendly, accommodating hosts providing warm hospitality and clear check-in instructions
  • Convenient central location within walking distance to shops, museums, and dining

Worth knowing

  • Communication about check-in and available amenities has been inconsistent for some guests
  • Breakfast offerings are basic and self-serve, with mixed reviews on quality
  • The front door can be noisy when closing, which may disturb light sleepers
  • Wind noise may require ear plugs, which are provided
  • Laundry facilities are available for donation but should be confirmed in advance

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a low-key, charming inn with authentic local character
  • Guests who enjoy self-catering and spending time in communal spaces
  • Visitors eager to explore whale-watching, iceberg viewing, and local heritage sites nearby
  • LGBTQ+ travelers looking for a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
  • Those wanting a peaceful stay with scenic waterfront access in Twillingate
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About this property

Welcome to Sunshine Inn, Twillingate & Beyond Inc.

Sunshine Inn, Twillingate & Beyond Inc. is a modest inn located along Route 340 on Harbourfront in Twillingate, Newfoundland. The property features casual rooms that offer views of either the ocean or harbour, appealing to travelers seeking a relaxed and scenic stay. Guests appreciate the large shared kitchen well-equipped for cooking, as well as a terrace and a hot tub with waterfront views, creating inviting communal spaces for both relaxation and socializing.

The location is convenient for exploring local attractions, including the nearby artisanal market adjacent to the inn and the Twillingate Museum just a 15-minute walk away in the town center. Outdoor enthusiasts will find whale-watching and iceberg-viewing opportunities around the Twillingate Islands, approximately 4 km away. Other nearby points of interest include Long Point Lighthouse, South Twillingate Island, and Top of Twillingate, all popular with visitors.

Reviewers often highlight the cozy atmosphere and comfortable beds, along with the friendly and accommodating hosts. The clear check-in process and thoughtful touches like stocked coffee and tea bars receive positive notes. While the inn offers a self-serve continental breakfast, some guests have noted limited communication regarding amenities and kitchen use, and minor disturbances such as noise from the front door have been mentioned.

This LGBTQ+ friendly inn suits visitors looking for a low-key harbourfront stay with easy access to local sights and nature. It appeals particularly to travelers who value communal facilities and a home-like environment, with many guests recommending longer stays to fully enjoy the property’s setting and hospitality.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Kitchens in some rooms
Hot tub
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Accessible
Pool
Business center
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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NM Apr 10, 2026
10

We had a wonderful stay at Sunshine Inn place! The home was incredibly cozy and comfortable, making our trip even more enjoyable. Despite an issue with the booking dates, Cathy was so accommodating and kind, ensuring we had a great experience. We truly appreciate the hospitality and would highly recommend this place to our friends. Thank you for a fantastic stay!

RF
Riley Fache Apr 05, 2026
10

We had a very relaxing night stay here mid- October. As luck had it, we were the only ones staying there, so we had the whole place to ourselves! We bought groceries to cook dinner and breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen, which has the loveliest views! Definitely bring a bathing suit to soak in the hot tub- that was so nice! The bed was large and comfortable in the Captain's Quarters, we would recommend that room. It was windy enough to warrant ear plugs to sleep, but those are provided. Would certainly visit again!

SA
Shaily Allison Apr 03, 2026
8.0

Perfect location and wonderful amenities! Hot tub, kitchen, living room, etc. Really lovely property that has been tastefully updated. Missing a star because there were a lack of communications overall about how to check in, what was available in the kitchen and how to use certain amenities. The provided continental breakfast was also not very good - but the tea/coffee/fruit was nice! Also, the front door slams shut and was a little bit of a disturbance to us. Otherwise, could barely hear other guests.

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Nickster Mar 11, 2026
10

This was a lovely place to stay for a couple of nights while we explored the area. The rooms are very roomy and the beds comfortable. They have a huge common area giving you access to kitchen and a comfortable living area. Coffee and tea also provided. Also enjoyed sitting outside. You can also use their large hot tub. It is located in the centre of town, so easy walking to shopping and pubs.

SL
Shannon L Feb 26, 2026
10

We had the pleasure of staying in the Bow Room at the Sunshine Inn. The host made the check in instructions very clear and we had no issues. The inn was centrally located in Twillingate. The inn offered a hot tub, laundry machines, and a self-serve breakfast. Our one night stay was nothing short of amazing, we'd highly recommend staying here!

MD
Melany Doran Feb 01, 2026
10

This is a really special place, even in the offseason - in late October there’s not much open in Twillingate, but I enjoyed my stay here so much it didn’t matter. The deck and hot tub overlooking the harbour are perfect. Having a full shared kitchen if you want to cook meals is great, and the coffee and tea bar were well stocked. The room itself was cozy and comfortable. I’m only sad I didn’t get to visit the artisan market because it was closed during my stay! I would love to come back here.

AM
Anna M Jan 29, 2026
10

One of the best accommodations for us in Newfoundland. It was a clean, modern, well equipped house with rooms on the 2nd floor and I believe there was a room also on the ground level. Highlights for me were the large picture windows from the front to the back so natural light streams through, great views even from my room, a kitchen that had everything you would ever need and more if you decided to eat in, with good utensils and kitchen items you would have at home and not some cheap kitchenware like other accommodations, the way everything was organized for people to keep their food, the breakfast items, everything about it was simply amazing. Even the rooms were well designed in a Newfoundland way, charming yet modern. It reflects the owner’s taste, attitude and personality. They even had a small pot of parsley with a note: Snip away. So endearing and charming. All these little touches of hospitality did not go unnoticed. The owners obviously know how to host and we, as guests, felt like we were stepping into their home as friends where there was a lot of respect and warmth toward us. I can say a lot more good things about Sunshine Inn but it would be 5 pages long. I can only recommend this place highly. If I ever return to Newfoundland, I will stay at this place longer. I absolutely love this place!

LF
Lynda Fraser Jan 05, 2026
10

We stayed at the Sunshine Inn from June 17-20, 2023. Such a great place to stay. Beautiful large communal kitchen with food available to cook for breakfast. Bring your own food to cook at dinner time. Laundry room is available to use for a donation. Large deck on the water. Lots of parking. BBQ available. Hot tub on site was wonderful. Staff were very friendly. Great coffee shop next door with local crafts and artwork available to purchase. Anything you need is within walking distance. We will be back! Thanks for all your hard work to make this a beautiful friendly place to stay.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Sunshine Inn, Twillingate & Beyond Inc.

Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Along Route 340, this low-key harbourfront inn is adjacent to an artisanal market. It’s also a 15-minute walk from Twillingate Museum in the town center, and 4 km from the Twillingate Islands, which offer whale-watching and glacier views.

  • Gander International Airport (YQX) 1 hr 38 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Newfoundland and Labrador. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Long Point Lighthouse & Twillingate Lighthouse Heritage Museum 423 reviews

Long Point Lighthouse & Twillingate Lighthouse Heritage Museum

Lighthouse Rd, NL-340, Crow Head, NL A0G 0B7, Canada

4.6 · Historical Landmark
South Twillingate Island 4 reviews

South Twillingate Island

Twillingate, NL A0G 4M0, Canada

4.3 · Island
Top of Twillingate 51 reviews

Top of Twillingate

Bayview St, Twillingate, NL A0G 4M0, Canada

4.7 · Hiking Area
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