A Historic Site Reimagined

On the western shore of Lake Como, overlooking the Bellagio peninsula, the address Via Regina 41 in Cadenabbia di Griante is set to become home to The Lake Como EDITION. The hotel will open in 2026, converting a 19th-century palazzo which most recently operated under the name Hotel Britannia Excelsior.

The Britannia Excelsior, a classic lakeside hotel building, remained a fixture on Lake Como for decades. With the EDITION re-development, the historic structure will be fully restored and transformed—preserving its architectural integrity while elevating the guest experience to a new level of contemporary luxury.

What to Expect

The Lake Como EDITION will feature approximately 148 guestrooms, including 25 suites, two crown-jewel penthouses and one private villa. Many rooms will offer lake-view French balconies, designed to capture the dramatic vistas across the water and mountains. 

Interiors will combine refined Italian materials—Calacatta marble, walnut millwork, soft lake-inspired color palettes—with contemporary design by Neri&Hu. The hotel will also include a floating pool, private dock, waterfront dining and vibrant social spaces anchored in the EDITION brand’s signature sophistication. 

Why It Matters in the Luxury Landscape

For the affluent American, German, Swiss and UK traveller seeking European luxury destinations, the arrival of EDITION at Lake Como signals a shift. Rather than simply adding another hotel, this project re-imagines an existing historic structure—giving it a new life and positioning it to compete with the top-tier luxury resorts in Europe.

From an investment and editorial perspective, the transformation of the Britannia Excelsior property into The Lake Como EDITION offers rich content potential: heritage restoration, design story, wellness and lifestyle experiences, and the broader narrative of luxury hospitality evolving in Italy.

Location & Accessibility

Cadenabbia di Griante offers the tranquillity of Lake Como’s western shore with direct views across to Bellagio. The property is well-connected—approximately one hour from Milan Malpensa Airport—and the private dock adds a unique arrival experience by boat.

Looking Forward

As the project moves toward its 2026 opening, expect a series of announcements: chef-led restaurants, wellness facilities, designer interiors, opening rates and booking windows. For luxury travel advisors and high-net-worth travellers, early interest in this property aligns with premium booking patterns and brand loyalty programs such as Marriott Bonvoy (EDITION’s parent network).

TheLuxuryGlobe.com will track the developments and publish exclusive updates as they emerge.