Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts signs long-term agreement with Eagle Hills
Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts has entered into a long-term agreement with Eagle Hills, which will see the development of a new resort and private mansions project in Abu Dhabi, set to open in 2030.
Bvlgari Resort & Mansions Abu Dhabi will be a beachfront development that aims to redefine the urban landscape. The resort will be nestled on a horseshoe-shaped private island. Visitors will be greeted by views of the open sea, sunset on one side, Qasr Al Watan and the city skyline on the other, said a statement.
The resort will feature 60 designed rooms and suites, each offering views of the sea, city, or tranquil coves. Additionally, there will be 30 villas, each with its own unique characteristics and spectacular views. The project will also include 90 mansions of different sizes and features. These mansions will be paired with curated landscaping that blend Italian elegance with Arabian heritage. The project will be compliant with the best sustainability practices and will be curated by the Milanese architectural firm ACPV Architects, led by Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel. The development will extend Abu Dhabi's corniche and will be accessible via a purpose-built bridge or by sea. As a seaside project, it will feature marine activities and water sports, allowing its patrons to explore some of the region's most pristine beaches and islands, the statement added.
Abu Dhabi's cultural heritage will inspire the resort's architecture, which will symbolise the emergence of glass and gold from the sand. The interplay of materials and forms will reflect the emirate's identity, characterised by craftsmanship and luxury.
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