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Belmond
Belmond is based in Zurich and was founded in 1976; the profile covers headquarters, registration, AUM band and key contacts for private-markets fundraising.
Overview
Belmond operates luxury hotels and resorts. It runs train and river cruise journeys as well as safaris.
General information
Year founded
1976
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Switzerland
City
Zurich
Corporate office
Zurich, Switzerland
Additional offices
London, United Kingdom · New York, NY, United States · Miami, FL, United States · Newport Beach, CA, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who ultimately controls Belmond?
LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton), the world's largest luxury group, acquired Belmond in 2019. Belmond operates as a subsidiary within LVMH's hospitality division, alongside brands like Cheval Blanc and Bulgari Hotels.
Does Belmond deploy capital as an institutional allocator?
No. Belmond deploys capital exclusively into its own portfolio of real estate and experiential assets. It does not make fund commitments, direct co-investments, or operate as a family office or investment platform for external LPs.
What is Belmond's geographic footprint?
Belmond's 43 properties span 24 countries across Europe, South America, Africa, Asia, and North America. Key regions include Italy (Venice, Florence, Tuscany), the UK, Mexico's Riviera Maya, Brazil (Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu), Botswana, and Myanmar.
How does Belmond differ from other LVMH hospitality brands?
Belmond focuses on heritage properties and experiential slow travel — vintage trains, safari lodges, and boats — rather than new-build luxury hotels. Its portfolio includes operational landmarks like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and Copacabana Palace, which set a legacy-oriented positioning distinct from Cheval Blanc's contemporary resorts.
What was Belmond's most recent expansion?
In 2025, Belmond launched the Britannic Explorer, a new luxury train touring Great Britain, and Marguerite, a boutique river boat in Burgundy. It also opened a Guerlain-branded spa at Villa San Michele in Florence. These moves extended its slow-travel network under LVMH ownership.
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