Bvlgari Resort & Mansions to Open in Cave Cay, Bahamas in 2029

by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 2:30 PM ET, Tue February 11, 2025

Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts has announced its newest project, the Bvlgari Resort & Mansions Cave Cay scheduled to open?in the Bahamas?in 2029.

The property will be comprised of 64 luxury suites and seafront villas along with 48 Bvlgari-branded private mansions and estates offered for sale. Cave Cay, a 220-acre private island located?in the Exumas, is known to be one of the most beautiful islands in the archipelago, featuring numerous white-sand beaches, enchanting caves, and hills with stunning views of the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

The resort is slated to offer a wide range of facilities including an extensive spa and wellness center, multi-sports enclave, kids' club, renowned Bvlgari Bar and Il Ristorante – Niko Romito, curated by three Michelin-starred Chef Niko Romito, providing a fine dining experience at signature beach club La Spiaggia.

A fully activated marina will accommodate the docking needs of the residents and provide visitors with a promenade offering a variety of distinctive shops and gastronomic experiences. The marina will also be the starting point of extensive watersports and a rich variety of local area experiences including excursions to secluded islands and sand dunes.

Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of Bvlgari, said in a statement, "The Exumas have been establishing themselves in recent years as the ultimate glamorous destinations in the Caribbean, attracting the most prestigious and sophisticated clients.”

He added, “We are thrilled to present such an extraordinary project, which will become not only the first Bvlgari Resort in the Caribbean but also a new point of reference for the community of upscale and discerning travelers who already know and appreciate the other 'gems of hospitality' in the Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts Collection. We envision the Bvlgari Resort Cave Cay to shine as the ultimate sustainable luxury destination and experience in the region, crafted by the Roman jeweler of Hospitality."

Emile Haddad, a leading investor in Cave Cay Limited Partnership, owner of the Cave Cay project, Chairman of the Board for Cave Cay General Partner Ltd and manager of Cave Cay Limited Partnership and Project developer said, "Our group is made up of international investors and stakeholders who have built award-winning communities as well as hotels and resorts globally.”

In addition, he said, “This partnership with Bvlgari brings together people who share a similar philosophy about building places. A philosophy founded in quality, sustainability, and providing a superior experience at every level. The Bvlgari Resort & Mansions at Cave Cay is consistent with the Bahamian government's vision of making the Exuma the premiere destination in the Caribbean.”

Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism for the Bahamas added, "The Bvlgari Resort & Mansions at Cave Cay is a transformative investment that underscores the exceptional appeal of the Exumas on the global stage.”

He added, “This project goes beyond luxury; it represents a significant step in our strategy to drive sustainable economic growth, create meaningful opportunities for Bahamians, and establish The Islands of The Bahamas as a leader in high-end tourism. We welcome this partnership and its potential to redefine what it means to experience our destination."?

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