Opened in March 2026, the Lake Como EDITION marks a bold new chapter on the shores of Lake Como—a contemporary reimagining of lakeside luxury that complements the destination’s centuries-long legacy of elegance and glamour.
Location
Set in Cadenabbia along the lake’s western edge, the hotel occupies a position of rare composure—directly facing Bellagio’s fabled promontory. It is a view that has inspired painters and romantics for generations, and here, it becomes a constant, living backdrop. There is a sense of arrival that begins long before check-in. Whether approaching by boat across glass-like water or winding down from Milan through alpine foothills, the journey itself feels cinematic.
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Accommodation
The 148 rooms and suites are an exercise in quiet luxury—spaces that do not demand attention, but reward it. Designed in collaboration with Neri & Hu, the interiors draw from the palette of the lake itself: pale blues, soft ivories, and warm walnut tones, punctuated by the cool precision of Calacatta marble. Light moves effortlessly through each room, catching on polished brass, soft textiles, and curved architectural lines.
There is an almost residential quality to the design. Beds are low and sculptural, seating is intimate, and every detail feels considered rather than imposed. Bathrooms, wrapped in luminous stone and fluted glass, evoke the intimacy of a private spa. Meanwhile, the restored French balconies—particularly in lake-facing rooms—offer that rare, cinematic stillness: the gentle lap of water below, mountains rising in quiet grandeur beyond.
The suites elevate this further, unfolding into expansive living spaces and terraces that blur the boundary between indoors and out. The penthouses, meanwhile, feel less like hotel accommodation and more like contemporary villas suspended above the lake.
Facilities
Outside, the experience shifts seamlessly into the landscape. A private dock welcomes arrivals by boat, reinforcing the lake as both setting and conduit. The hotel’s fleet offers curated journeys across Como’s villages, each one revealing a different facet of its enduring charm.
And then, the centrepiece: a floating pool set directly on the lake. It is a striking, almost surreal intervention—where guests swim not beside the lake, but within its expanse. Surrounded by cabanas and a low-slung restaurant, it encapsulates the property’s ethos: relaxed, refined, and quietly spectacular.
Dining
At the culinary helm is Mauro Colagreco, whose arrival marks a significant moment—not only for the hotel, but for Lake Como itself.
His first venture in Italy feels deeply personal. At Cetino, the signature restaurant, his philosophy unfolds with precision and restraint. Dishes are guided by seasonality and a profound respect for natural ingredients, presented in a way that feels both elevated and instinctive.
Renzo offers a counterpoint—warmer, more relaxed, rooted in the conviviality of Italian family dining. Here, meals are designed to be shared, conversations linger, and the lake remains a constant presence just beyond the terrace.
Elsewhere, the Lobby Bar and poolside dining venues extend the experience with Riviera-inspired lightness: impeccably sourced ingredients, unfussy compositions, and a sense of effortless indulgence that defines the Mediterranean at its best.
Wellness
Wellness at The Lake Como EDITION moves beyond the expected, positioning itself at the intersection of science and sensory pleasure.
The Longevity SPA introduces a progressive, biohacking-led approach to wellbeing—one that prioritises longevity, recovery, and measurable transformation. Treatments draw on advanced technologies, from near infra-red therapy to oxygen-based protocols, each designed to recalibrate the body at a cellular level.
The spa’s architecture is quietly spectacular: a thermal pool framed by floor-to-ceiling views of the lake, herbal saunas and Turkish baths cocooned in natural materials, and expansive terraces that invite stillness between treatments.
Complementing this is a light-filled fitness studio equipped with Technogym equipment, along with yoga, Pilates, and personal trainers upon request.
Overview
The Lake Como EDITION honours the lake’s storied hospitality, adding a fresh, contemporary perspective to an already extraordinary landscape. It distills the essence of Como—its light, its serenity, its timeless elegance—into a fluid, modern experience, perfectly attuned to the way today’s travellers engage with the world, while seamlessly complementing the destination’s rich collection of iconic hotels.
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