Nobu Hospitality, the premium lifestyle brand co-founded by Hollywood icon Robert De Niro, has revealed comprehensive development plans for its newest venture: the Nobu Beach Inn at The Beach Club, Barbuda. This announcement marks a significant expansion of De Niro’s three-decade vision for the Caribbean island, following the successful 2020 launch of the Nobu Barbuda beach restaurant.
Developed in collaboration with partners James Packer and Daniel Shamoon, the project redefines barefoot luxury across a 400-acre, low-density coastal sanctuary. The design philosophy emphasizes seamless integration with the natural environment, utilizing sustainable materials and single-story bungalows connected by sand pathways to preserve the landscape’s pristine beauty.
The resort will feature 36 bedrooms distributed across 17 private villas, complemented by extensive amenities including a beach club, oceanfront pool, comprehensive spa facilities, children’s club, outdoor cinema, multiple sports courts, and a dedicated gym pavilion. Culinary offerings will extend beyond the signature Nobu restaurant to include an oceanfront grill highlighting local seafood and an exclusive omakase sushi bar.
A fully equipped water sports center will provide guests with dinghy sailing, kite surfing, and water skiing, while sailboats and motor yachts will be available for offshore excursions. The property will host rotating visiting experts including wellness practitioners, DJs, and chefs to create dynamic guest experiences.
The development also introduces 25 beachfront residences starting at $12 million USD, offering turnkey ownership with optional participation in the resort’s rental program. These customizable four- and five-bedroom bungalows provide direct access to all resort amenities while maintaining private pool and garden spaces.
Enhanced accessibility follows the recent opening of Burton Nibbs International Airport, which provides private jet access and streamlined inter-island transfers. The property is approximately a ten-minute helicopter journey from Antigua’s V.C. Bird International Airport, which maintains regular flights from major North American and European cities.
Construction is scheduled for completion in late 2026, representing De Niro’s deeply personal commitment to preserving Barbuda’s status as one of the Caribbean’s last unspoiled destinations.