The Lake Como Edition will open its doors in March 2026, bringing the brand’s signature modern sensibility and refined minimalism to the iconic Italian coastline.
Designed by Neri & Hu and De.Tales, the property features 148 rooms and suites, a floating pool and The Longevity Spa offering advanced rejuvenation and wellness treatments. Three-Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco will lead the F&B programme across four distinct dining venues.
The 19th-century palazzo formerly known as the The London, has been restored and retains its original heritage exterior palate of cream, butter and clay, and maintains the original high vaulting of its interior lobby, with classical arches connecting the social spaces to create a sophisticated design language throughout. Edition Creative Directors Kirstin Bailey and Paul Haslhofer, in partnership with Neri & Hu, have conjured a stately interpretation of contemporary design with marble-faced archways, terrazzo floors and greenery blending the interiors with natural surroundings.
Italian grandeur is invoked from the dramatic cantilevered teak wood entrance, surrounded by a lush vertical garden cascading with wisteria, clematis, and climbing roses. Inside, a white Palomba stone terrazzo floor and Palomba stone borders surround a sculptural marble staircase, an ode to famed Italian architect and designer Carlo Scarpa, whose sensual approach to materials has inspired the public spaces. A reflection pool and fountain mark the bank of polished brass elevators. From the entrance, generous communal spaces extend in both directions, beginning with the signature restaurant, by three-Michelin-star and green-star chef Mauro Colagreco, with its large jardin d’hiver terrace facing the lake. A rich rose-colored Dolomite plaster covers the walls, where tapestries and antique mirrors hang beside Modern-era artworks.
In the elevated ground floor’s restaurant and bars, floor-to-ceiling glass walls overlook the lake. A walnut-panelled private meeting room and lounge offers the same Bellagio vista, while the upstairs terrace restaurant provides an immense patio with prime views, featuring all-day dining under pergola shade surrounded by Mediterranean herbs and citrus trees. Opposite the meeting room, the palatial Lobby Bar showcases a five-meter-high ceiling inlaid with modern geometric coffers, anchored by a monumental bar in celadon green Sekoyamarble. Hand-painted landscapes by Italian artist Costanza Alvarez De Castro surround the room in the existing plaster molding frames, portraying views of Lake Como’s surroundings. A billiard table, a signature of all Edition hotels, is complemented by a Steinway baby grand piano and a carved Palomba stone fireplace, emphasising the timeless charm of the lounge.
Accommodation comprises 148 rooms, including twenty-five suites, and two crown-jewel penthouses with nine guestrooms in the Villa Gina. Custom sophisticated furnishings include a bespoke walnut bed and headboard, set atop a pale blue hand-tufted rug that recalls the lake below, with a bespoke white Calacatta marble coffee table and curved sofa by Neri & Hu. Each room includes an archway and baseboards adorned with Calacatta Turquoise marble, and bathrooms of Calacatta Gold Stone marble accented by fluted glass doors in polished brass frames. All lakeside rooms feature the original restored French balconies.
From the Lobby Bar with waterfront seating for coffee or an aperitivo to the signature restaurants and bars, The Lake Como Edition introduces multiple distinctive dining experiences under the direction of Italian-heritage chef Mauro Colagreco. For his first-ever venture in Italy, the three-Michelin-starred chef brings his nature-first philosophy to four unique culinary concepts. Each venue offers a different iteration of his vision to explore his Italian heritage through a contemporary interpretation of traditional flavours.
The hotel will also brings a new level of wellness experiences to Lake Como, with the launch of the second The Longevity Spa in Italy. The facility offers groundbreaking biohacking approaches for living a longer, healthier life, fulfilling the philosophy of The Longevity Suite Group.
“This opening marks a new era in the Edition story, where the timeless glamour of Lake Como converges with a new generation of luxury,” says George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, Edition. “Renowned for its elegance and cultural prestige, this iconic destination provides the perfect canvas for our most captivating chapter yet, a defining moment that reflects Edition’s continued evolution on the global stage. The Lake Como Edition represents the next frontier for the brand, setting a new benchmark for contemporary luxury defined by individuality, sophistication, and a strong sense of place.”
“The opening of The Lake Como Edition marks a significant milestone for Omnam and Bain Capital, bringing our shared vision for transformative hospitality to one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations,” says David Zisser, CEO of Omnam. “Our goal has always been to create a sophisticated luxury experience that seamlessly blends with Lake Como’s natural beauty while remaining welcoming to all. We are incredibly proud to see this vision come to life and to add this remarkable asset to our growing portfolio.”
