Bvlgari Unveils Ultra-Luxury Resort & Mansions on Private Island in Abu Dhabi

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Bvlgari, in partnership with Eagle Hills, is launching a $34 million ultra-luxury resort and private mansions project on a secluded island off Abu Dhabi’s Corniche, featuring gold-glass architecture, 90 mansions, and a signature Italian-Emerati design. Opening in 2030, the development promises unmatched exclusivity, celebrity privacy, and world-class hospitality.

Key Highlights:

Prime Island Location

Located on a natural horseshoe-shaped island just off Abu Dhabi’s Corniche
Close to the Presidential Palace and minutes from downtown
Combines urban accessibility with complete seclusion and nature immersion

Project Overview

To open in 2030, with a full island transformation underway
Includes 60 suites and rooms, 30 beachside villas, and 90 private mansions
Signature Bvlgari Villa: 5 bedrooms, 1,200 sqm, private beach and 20m pool
Mansions up to 2,500 sqm, some with private yacht docks

Architectural Vision

Designed by Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel
Theme: “Glass and gold rising from the sand” — a tribute to Roman luxury and Emirati identity
Features dunes-inspired landscape, biophilic design, and handcrafted interiors

Privacy & Exclusivity

Fully private resort and mansions, inaccessible to outsiders
Separate Yacht Club with curated membership and secluded amenities
Created with celebrity and HNWI privacy in mind

Wellness & Lifestyle

Villas feature private pools, gardens, and entertainment zones
Resort offers dining, spa, diving experiences — a self-contained luxury destination
Emphasizes Italian hospitality, connection, and personal attention

Strategic Brand Expansion

Bvlgari’s 14th global property by 2030
Other projects underway in Bahamas, Maldives, Bodrum, and Miami
Small scale (avg. 90 keys) ensures tailored guest experience

Future Outlook

Saudi Arabia eyed as potential future location along the Red Sea coast
Bvlgari committed to only expanding at the highest luxury standard

Cultural & Aesthetic Relevance

Facade to reflect regional taste for gold in a modern, understated form
Inspired by local architecture while preserving natural environment and heritage

CEO’s Vision