A large historic hotel with stone walls and multiple windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with trees, flowers, and outdoor seating areas at dusk.

Belmond

Timeless. Cultured. Storied

Belmond stands for timeless elegance and the feeling of traveling in style – in places with history and character. The brand brings together some of the most charming hotels, trains, and ships in the world under one name, making travel an art form. It's not just about accommodation; it's about experience: about stories, atmosphere, and genuine style. Belmond caters to travelers who appreciate culture, enjoyment, and nostalgia at a high level.

Why we love Belmond

For us at Take Memories, Belmond is the art of traveling in style – with time, depth, and history. They are not just hotels or trains. They are places with soul. Spaces where the past remains alive and the present is consciously experienced.

What we appreciate about Belmond is the courage to slow down. No noise, no trend – but a quiet luxury that endures. Each house tells its own story, often woven with the culture and rhythm of its region. And it does so with an elegance that never imposes itself but invites.

Who Belmond is the right choice for

Belmond caters to travelers who do not want to rush. To all who appreciate aesthetics, authenticity, and atmosphere. Anyone who enjoys strolling through historic villas, dining on panoramic terraces, or traveling stylishly by train can find their place here.

Belmond is less suitable for those seeking modern architecture, meticulously designed minimalism, or maximum seclusion. Belmond thrives on history, personality, and charm – not on perfection.

Signature experiences

  • Legendary houses: From Cipriani in Venice to Splendido in Portofino – each hotel is a stylish unique
  • Luxury on rails: Travel like in the movies – e.g., with the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express or the Royal Scotsman
  • A sense of beauty: Classic gardens, antique furniture, handpicked art – with love for detail
  • Moments of leisure: An afternoon tea with a view of the coast, a ride in an open vintage car, a concert in the courtyard
  • Culinary experiences with history: Michelin-starred cuisine or classic regional dishes – often interwoven with local producers

Our experience – and what we recommend

We recommend Belmond when travel should not just lead from A to B – but from moment to moment. We find the following particularly unforgettable:

  • Belmond Hotel Cipriani – a Venetian icon, away from the hustle and bustle, but close to the magic
  • Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – a rolling myth, perfect for travelers with a sense of elegance, romance, and nostalgia
  • Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor – a quiet, green refuge in Siem Reap that finely combines culture, tranquility, and hospitality

Belmond is not loud luxury. It is the subtle feeling of being in the right place at the right time.