Belmond Hotels & Resorts

Belmond Hotels & Resorts is a luxury hospitality brand known for offering highly curated, experience-driven travel in some of the world’s most iconic and culturally rich destinations. Founded in 1976 as Orient-Express Hotels, the company rebranded as Belmond in 2014 and was acquired by luxury group LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) in 2019. Belmond is distinguished by its focus on heritage, romance, and slow, immersive travel rather than standardized luxury.

Belmond’s portfolio includes a diverse collection of luxury hotels, resorts, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges across more than 25 countries. Notable properties include historic city hotels, countryside estates, beach resorts, and legendary travel experiences such as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train and luxury river cruises in Europe and Asia. Each property emphasizes a strong sense of place, often housed in restored historic buildings or located in culturally significant settings.

In 2025, Departure Lounge luxury travel advisors reserved more than $5 million in stays for its clients at Belmond properties, making the agency one of the top producers for the brand.  Departure Lounge and its luxury travel advisors are members of the Belmond Bellini Club, reserved for only the top-selling luxury travel agencies in the world.  Departure Lounge clients are the highest priority for complimentary Belmond upgrades and VIP amenities, and our advisors’ relationships with on-property Belmond execs results in truly customized stays that elevate the travel experience well beyond the typical.

The brand appeals to travelers seeking authentic, memorable experiences marked by craftsmanship, storytelling, and local culture. Service at Belmond properties is refined yet relaxed, with a focus on personalization, culinary excellence, and curated activities that connect guests to their surroundings. Through its combination of heritage, elegance, and experiential luxury, Belmond has established itself as a distinctive player in the global luxury travel market.