RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS TO DEBUT AN ENCHANTED RESORT ON THE SHORES OF LAKE COMO (Italy)
Slated to Open in 2027, Raffles Lake Como Will Reflect the Glamour of the Storied Hospitality Brand and the Vibrant Lifestyle of the Destination. |
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RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS TO DEBUT AN ENCHANTED RESORT ON THE SHORES OF LAKE COMO (Italy)
Slated to Open in 2027, Raffles Lake Como Will Reflect the Glamour of the Storied Hospitality Brand and the Vibrant Lifestyle of the Destination. |
Category: Europe - Italy - Industry economy
- Hotel projects
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2025-03-28
Raffles Hotels & Resorts, a leading luxury hotel brand of Accor, today announced plans to bring the storied brand to the highly coveted Lake Como region, marking Raffles’ first property in Italy.
Created in partnership with CL Hotel SPA, and with UniCredit as the financial partner, Raffles Lake Como is slated to debut in 2027, effortlessly blending the glamour and the spirit of the destination with the magical world of Raffles.
“Raffles Lake Como represents a milestone for Raffles as our first property in Italy and fifth hotel in Europe, underscoring our commitment to thoughtful growth in highly sought after resort destinations. Raffles is world renowned for its elegance, gracious service, and inspirational guest experience, and we are thrilled to bring these hallmarks to one of the world’s most glamorous havens. We look forward to working with CL Hotel SPA, visionary partners who share a commitment to creating a truly unique and exceptional resort,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles Hotels & Resorts.
Raffles Lake Como will be a full-scale renovation and conversion of the former Grand Hotel Imperiale, a stunning art nouveau villa from the 1920s with one of the largest hotel shorelines in the region.
Located on the exclusive western banks of Lake Como in Moltrasio, the hotel will be a short drive to the town of Como, while easy access to a private dock will make it an ideal location from which to explore the rest of the lake and surrounding area.
Raffles Lake Como will be designed to reflect the elegance of Raffles and the vibrancy of the Italian culture. In addition to the brand’s world-renowned butler service, the hotel is expected to feature 84 rooms, including 18 suites and 2 villas, many of which will showcase stunning views of the lake.
The hotel is slated to offer exquisite lakeside culinary experiences, in addition to a signature Raffles Long Bar and Writers Bar. For the best in leisure offerings, the resort will include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and fitness centre, and beach club.
Guests will enjoy private lake access, including an exclusive arrival and check-in experience from the water. Raffles Lake Como will also be an ideal place for weddings and celebrations, as well as private social and corporate events, with ample meeting space, grand gardens, and a magnificent lawn overlooking the lake.
“We are honoured to work with Raffles Hotels & Resorts to create a distinct resort experience in Lake Como, a destination known for its stunning natural beauty and glamorous lifestyle. Raffles represents service excellence and heritage, with a deep respect for culture in all its forms, making it an ideal fit for the Lake Como community. Together, we hope to create a new lakeside landmark that will service as an elegant escape for both residents and visitors to the destination,” said Andrea Girolami, Principal, CL Hotel SPA.
The EY Hospitality team, led by Marco Zalamena and Francesco Cammardella, assisted CL Hotel SPA as the sole advisor in this successful operator selection process.
Raffles Lake Como will mark the brand’s fifth hotel in Europe, joining Raffles London at The OWO, Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris, Raffles Europejski Warsaw, and Raffles Istanbul. With a focus on growth in strategic urban and leisure destinations, Raffles has recently announced Raffles Tokyo and Raffles Raffles Goa Shiroda.
About Accor
Accor is a world leading hospitality group offering experiences across more than 110 countries, with 5,600 properties, 10,000 food & beverage venues, wellness facilities or flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry’s most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing more than 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. Accor is committed to taking positive action in terms of business ethics & integrity, responsible tourism, sustainable development, community outreach, and diversity & inclusion. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France and publicly listed on Euronext Paris (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States.
AboutRaffles
Founded in Singapore in 1887, Raffles Hotels, Resorts and Residences are places where ideas are born, history is made and stories and legends are created. At each landmark address, distinguished guests and residents will find a world of elegance and enchanted glamour, where Raffles’ renowned legacy of gracious service knows no bounds. As the authentic heart of a destination, Raffles champions fine art and design, and fosters culture in all its forms, guiding guests to make discoveries in their own time and way. Raffles’ commitment to local communities is expressed through diverse initiatives with a unified mission to actively support the arts and the environment. From one generation to the next, visitors arrive as guests, leave as friends, and return as family. Raffles can be found in key international locations including Singapore, Paris, London, Boston, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Maldives, Jaipur, Phnom Penh and Bali, among others. Raffles is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,600 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL, a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.
 Slated to Open in 2027, Raffles Lake Como Will Reflect the Glamour of the Storied Hospitality Brand and the Vibrant Lifestyle of the Destination
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