Bain Capital and Omnam Group have announced the sale of The Lake Como EDITION to Sansiri Capital, the hospitality trophy asset fund of Sansiri Public Company Limited. The transaction, expected to close in the coming weeks, follows the hotel's debut in March 2026 and marks the completion of a comprehensive repositioning of a historic property into a five-star luxury destination.
The property, situated on the shores of Cadenabbia opposite Bellagio, was acquired in late 2021 with vacant possession, allowing the partners to undertake a full redevelopment rather than an incremental refurbishment. The transformation reduced the room count from nearly 300 to 148 larger rooms and suites, added a new spa and wellness building, and enhanced food and beverage and leisure offerings, including a floating pool and beach club. The hotel now operates under Marriott International's EDITION Hotels portfolio.
Ali Haroon, Partner and Head of Europe Real Estate at Bain Capital, highlighted the strategic approach: “Lake Como is a strong example of how we approach real estate investing in Europe. We focus on sectors supported by long-term structural demand and opportunities where our capital, local relationships and hands-on capabilities can fundamentally transform an asset.” The sale reflects the growing international investor interest in distinctive, experience-led hospitality assets and demonstrates the value created through combining investment, development expertise, and leading hospitality partners.
David Zisser, CEO and Founder of Omnam Group, noted the ambitious nature of the project: “The Lake Como EDITION has been an ambitious undertaking from the outset. Our vision was to take a remarkable historic property in one of the world's most iconic destinations and give it new relevance through architecture, design and hospitality.” For Omnam, the completion of this transaction is a significant milestone, and the group continues to pursue projects in Florence, Venice, Puglia, and Sicily.
For Sansiri, the acquisition marks a strategic expansion into Europe's luxury hospitality sector. Napat Thavisin, President of International Operations and Managing Director of Sansiri Capital, stated: “The acquisition of The Lake Como EDITION marks a significant milestone in advancing Sansiri's New S-Curve strategy. It strengthens our financial resilience and diversifies risk across our global hospitality portfolio.” Sansiri, a Thai developer with over 40 years of experience, has a track record in global markets, including The Manner SoHo in New York and the growth of Standard International before its acquisition by Hyatt Hotels Corporation.
The sale underscores the importance of this transaction not only for the parties involved but also for the broader luxury hospitality market. It highlights the potential for repositioning historic assets to meet modern traveler expectations and the increasing appetite of Asian investors for trophy properties in prime European destinations. As the hotel continues to operate under Marriott International, the deal is poised to deliver long-term value to Sansiri's shareholders while showcasing the successful execution of a complex development project.
