News | 08.09.2026

LCA advises on Soges Group–Meliá Hotels deal for new Lerici hotel

The project, Soges Group's thirteenth managed property, marks the company's entry into Liguria through a new white label partnership


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Soges Group S.p.A., a company listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market and active in the hotel and conference hospitality sector under the Place of Charme brand, has concluded a strategically important transaction concerning the future management of a prestigious new hotel located in the Municipality of Lerici (SP), which will operate under the Meliá Hotels International S.A. brand. The hotel will be built by Gilda S.r.l. on land it owns, and will feature between 80 and 90 rooms.

The transaction marks Soges Group S.p.A.’s entry into Liguria, in the stunning setting of the Gulf of Poets, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Italy, giving concrete implementation to the development plan presented at the time of its listing. With this project, the Company expands its portfolio of managed properties, consolidating its presence in Italy’s leading leisure destinations and strengthening its positioning in the upscale hospitality segment. The project brings the number of properties managed by the Company to 13.

Andrea Galardi, CEO of Soges Group S.p.A., commented: “After the excellent results achieved in the first half of the year, Soges Group S.p.A. continues to move swiftly forward with its expansion plan. We are thrilled to announce a new white label project together with Meliá, confident that we can leave a significant mark on a top-tier destination at the national level.”

Soges Group S.p.A. was assisted by LCA, with a team of professionals led by partner Andrea Messuti with senior associate Claudia Bonetti. The aspects related to the licensing agreement with Meliá Hotels International S.A. were handled by partner Christian Caserini and managing associate Luca Montolivo.

Gilda S.r.l. was assisted by the law firm Giovannelli e Associati, with a team of professionals led by partners Alessandro Giovannelli and Michele Mocarelli, together with associate Eugenia Arrigoni.

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Equity Partner
Andrea Messuti
Senior Associate
Claudia Bonetti
Equity Partner
Christian Caserini
Managing Associate
Luca Montolivo

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