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Est. 1924

Our Story

Hotel Lasgidi Lobby Hotel Detail
100 Years of Excellence
A Century of Luxury

Where Every Guest
Becomes a Legend

Hotel Lasgidi was born in 1924 from a singular vision: to create not merely a place to sleep, but a world apart — a refuge of extraordinary beauty and impeccable grace in the heart of the city.

"We are not in the business of accommodation. We are in the business of memory."
— Edmond Lasgidi, Founder

Founded by Swiss hotelier Edmond Lasgidi, the hotel was constructed over three years using the finest Italian marble, hand-crafted fixtures, and materials sourced from across five continents. Its original Art Deco façade remains one of the city's most celebrated architectural landmarks.

Through nearly a century of history — weathering wars, economic shifts, and generational change — Hotel Lasgidi has never wavered from its founding promise: that every guest, without exception, deserves to feel like the most important person in the world.

Our Heritage

A Century of
Defining Moments

Grand Opening

Edmond Lasgidi opens the hotel on 14th April, 1924. The inaugural dinner is attended by royalty, diplomats, and the city's most distinguished citizens.

1924
1938

The Aurum Opens

Chef Pierre Fontaine opens the Aurum Restaurant to immediate acclaim, earning its first Michelin star within eighteen months of opening.

The Lasgidi Wing

A new wing adds 40 rooms and the legendary Penthouse suite, designed by celebrated architect Renata Morelli in a seamless blend of heritage and modernity.

1962
1985

Forbes Five Stars

Hotel Lasgidi receives its Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating for the first time — a distinction it has held every year since without interruption.

Spa & Rooftop Pool

A landmark renovation introduces the Lasgidi Spa and rooftop infinity pool on the 22nd floor, redefining urban luxury hospitality worldwide.

2007
2024

Centenary & Renewal

Hotel Lasgidi celebrates its centennial year with a comprehensive renovation, preserving all original heritage features while introducing contemporary luxury throughout.

01
Authentic Excellence

We hold ourselves to a standard that transcends industry benchmarks. Every detail, every interaction, every moment is an opportunity to exceed expectation — and we seize it without fail.

02
Genuine Connection

Luxury is not merely material — it is the feeling of being truly seen, heard, and valued. We train our team not to serve, but to connect with every guest as an individual.

03
Enduring Legacy

We are stewards of a hundred-year legacy. Every decision is made with reverence for what came before and responsibility for what comes after — in hospitality, community, and sustainability.

Hotel Lasgidi at dusk
A Timeless Sanctuary

One Hundred Years of
Extraordinary

Reserve Your Experience
The People Behind Lasgidi

Leadership with
Passion & Purpose

General Manager
Sebastian Hartmann
General Manager

25 years in luxury hospitality across four continents. Sebastian joined Lasgidi in 2015 and has led the hotel to its highest-ever guest satisfaction scores.

Head Chef
Élise Moreau
Executive Chef, Aurum

Two Michelin stars at 34. Élise brings her Lyonnaise heritage and global culinary vision to the Aurum, redefining the restaurant with each new season.

Spa Director
Kenji Nakamura
Spa & Wellness Director

Trained in traditional Japanese wellness and Western therapies, Kenji has shaped the Lasgidi Spa into one of the world's most celebrated urban retreats.

Events Director
Amara Osei
Director of Events

With an eye for the theatrical and a gift for detail, Amara has produced some of the city's most talked-about galas, weddings, and corporate retreats.

Recognition

Honoured by the
World's Finest Authorities

Five-Star Rating
Forbes Travel Guide
39 Consecutive Years
🍽️
Michelin Star
Michelin Guide
Aurum Restaurant
🏆
Best Luxury Hotel
World Travel Awards
2022, 2023, 2024
💆
Best Urban Spa
Condé Nast Traveller
2023 Readers' Choice
🌿
Green Key Certified
Sustainability Award
Since 2018