The Lake Como EDITION

Under the leadership of Italy Country Manager Yaniv Medalsy, Project Manager Shay Zabari, and Omnam’s global team, redevelopment began in April 2022 with the goal of creating a property that seamlessly balances the palazzo’s 19th-century heritage with contemporary luxury. Key interventions included preserving most of the historic façade, while introducing an all-new drop-off area for arrivals, reducing the number of rooms to enlarge accommodations, and adding a terrace restaurant, Renzo, serving all-day dining in a space that offers panoramic lake views.

The development brings together an international roster of collaborators, including architecture and interiors by Neri&Hu and De.Tales, a signature culinary concept by Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, wellness programming by The Longevity Suite, and art curated by Visto alongside Omnam’s in-house project leadership, design, and operational team, and supported by Bain Capital asset management team. Together, these partners have created a destination where contemporary elegance meets the timeless natural beauty of Lake Como.

ACCOMMODATION AND SOCIAL SPACES

Seeking to bring a fresh perspective to one of Europe’s most traditional design destinations, the interiors and architectural direction of The Lake Como EDITION strike a refined balance between modern conceptual ideas and a deep respect for the building’s 19th-century heritage. The design seamlessly integrates contemporary forms with the local design heritage, connecting the property to its lakeside setting while maximising natural light, views, and spatial proportion throughout.

The hotel features 148 rooms and suites across seven room types, including rooms in Villa Gina, four dining venues, a destination spa and fitness centre, and Lake Como’s largest floating pool. Rooms are fitted with custom walnut furniture, Neri&Hu sofas, hand-tufted rugs, and Calacatta Gold stone in bathrooms, and many offer lake views or restored French balconies. The materials throughout the property were carefully curated by the teams including marble from MGS, ceramics from Marazzi, millwork by Extra Ordinario, Pianca, and SkillMax, textiles by Kvadrat, Jaipur, and Class Design, and fixtures from Axor and Laufen. Lighting combines custom pieces from MIIC, Flos, and Artemide, while furnishings by Cassina, Vitra, Zanotta, B&B Italia, Molteni, and Thonet complement bespoke outdoor seating from Talenti and TRIBU, creating a cohesive, sophisticated environment across interiors and outdoor spaces. 

The floating pool serves as a social hub for hotel guests, with a pool bar, lounge, and private dock access for boating excursions, further integrating the building, water, and surrounding landscape. Later this summer, Omnam’s newest venture, Omnam Design Studio (ODS) will open The Lido, a second pool and lido space complete with bar and restaurant, designed as a destination for both hotel guests and the public.

CULINARY VISION

The Lake Como EDITION offers four distinct dining destinations, some of which will be available exclusively for guests of the hotel, and others open to the general public, reflecting Omnam’s approach to design-led, community-oriented hospitality. Cetino, Chef Mauro Colagreco’s first restaurant in Italy, serves inventive dishes inspired by lake, sea, and land, including Rosa di Branzino with daikon and citrus, Ravioli di Trota with smoked goat cheese cream, Salt-Crusted Catch of the Day, and Lamb Roll with salsa verde. At Renzo, a stunning pergola-shaded terrace framed by Mediterranean herbs, citrus trees, and panoramic lake views, guests will savor their breakfast and later in the day a menu of contemporary Italian dishes. The Pool Bar will offer casual poolside Mediterranean-inspired meals, including crispy octopus tacos, fish burgers, and bright, satisfying tramezzini. The Lobby Bar serves refined cocktails and light bites under five-metre vaulted ceilings and celadon marble elegance. Together, the four venues combine exceptional design, world-class cuisine, and immersive lakefront experiences, creating a signature gastronomic program at the heart of the hotel.

WELLNESS AND LONGEVITY

Wellness forms a central pillar of the guest experience, delivered in collaboration with The Longevity Suite, a pioneering Italian wellness brand. Omnam oversaw the integration of The Longevity SPA, combining advanced diagnostics, biohacking technologies, and holistic treatments to support cellular regeneration, metabolic balance, and mental clarity. Facilities include seven treatment rooms (including a couples suite), Finnish and herbal saunas, steam and Turkish baths, a heated indoor pool, a cold plunge, and access to the lake’s floating pool. Treatments such as the Iki-Sabi Ritual and Ultimate Biohacking protocol provide cutting-edge wellness experiences, while the hotel’s light-filled Technogym-equipped fitness centre and seasonal programs, including sunrise yoga and guided mountain hikes, ensure a complete wellbeing offering.

OMNAM’S INTEGRATED APPROACH

Founded in 2011 by David Zisser, Omnam Group has earned a reputation for delivering complex, design-led hospitality developments in culturally significant locations across Europe. From acquisition and sourcing partners and funding, to design, construction, operational pre-opening, and ongoing project management for the launch, Omnam maintains full oversight of every stage of a property’s transformation. The Lake Como EDITION exemplifies Omnam’s end-to-end development philosophy: creating landmark hotels that honour local culture, community and design, maximise investment value, and deliver elevated guest experiences. 

This project joins other high-profile European developments in Omnam’s portfolio, including Rosewood Bauer Venice, Park Hyatt Taormina, Baccarat Hotel Florence, and Four Seasons Puglia.

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