The Ultimate Island Hideaway: What to Expect At Robert De Niro’s Nobu Beach Inn

Over thirty years ago, a quiet moment on the pristine shores of Barbuda left a lasting impression on Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro. Now, that vision is finally coming to life. Set to open between late 2026 and 2027, the highly anticipated Nobu Beach Inn is poised to redefine barefoot luxury in the Caribbean.

Developed in partnership with billionaire James Packer, Daniel Shamoon, and the powerhouse Nobu Hospitality team, this new resort and residential community will anchor the 400-acre The Beach Club, Barbuda. For luxury travelers and prospective buyers, here is what you need to know about this spectacular new hideaway.

A Castaway Vibe on Princess Diana Beach

The Nobu Beach Inn is taking shape on the site of the former K Club on Barbuda’s southwest coast, nestled along a two-mile stretch of pink-crushed sand known as Princess Diana Beach. Designed to preserve the island's secluded, castaway appeal, the low-density, 17-bungalow boutique resort will feature just 36 bedrooms. The architecture, crafted with natural and sustainable materials, ensures that the single-story structures blend seamlessly into the lush mangroves and tropical gardens, purposefully maintaining a low-impact footprint on the island's delicate ecosystem.

World-Class Nobu Dining and Amenities

As expected from a Nobu property, culinary excellence is at the heart of the experience. The resort’s Social Area will feature a signature Nobu restaurant, a beachfront grill, and an intimate omakase sushi bar. An on-site organic farm will provide seasonal produce, keeping the menu fresh and highly localized.

Beyond dining, guests and homeowners will have access to a robust array of amenities, including a beachfront spa with garden pavilions, an ocean-front pool, state-of-the-art tennis and padel courts, and an outdoor cinema. The property will also feature a curated Beach Club offering all-day dining and sunset DJ sets, ensuring a perfect balance between quiet relaxation and elevated island lifestyle.

Eco-Conscious Off-Grid Luxury

Environmental sustainability isn't just a buzzword for this project; it is the foundation. The entire property is designed to operate completely off the grid. Clean energy systems, including large-scale solar arrays and battery storage, will power the resort. Fresh water will be supplied through a reverse-osmosis plant drawing from on-site wells, while greywater will be carefully repurposed for irrigation. De Niro and his partners have also committed to a full-fledged community improvement program aimed at supporting Barbuda’s local economy and preserving its rare natural beauty.

Owning a Piece of Paradise

For those looking to make their Caribbean escape permanent, the project offers highly exclusive real estate opportunities. The Nobu Beach Inn Residences will feature 27 bespoke beachfront homes ranging from four to five bedrooms. Starting at $12 million, these turnkey residences offer complete access to Nobu’s world-class concierge, in-residence dining, and property management services. For ultimate privacy, The Beach Club Estates offer expansive six-acre plots with nearly 500 feet of private shoreline, starting at $15 million.

Whether you are planning a future stay or eyeing a spectacular Caribbean investment, the Nobu Beach Inn represents a major evolution for Barbuda—marrying its unspoiled tranquility with the globally renowned essence of Nobu.

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Actor Robert De Niro Plans To Bring His Hip And Homely Hotel Style To London’s Covent Garden

 by PJ Cunningham

Robert De Niro is following up on his successful entry into hotel ownership in New York by opening another luxury premises in London.

Robert De Niro at Cannes Film Festival 2016. Image by Getty Images

The Oscar winning actor’s Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca adds a touch of rustic quiet to bustling Manhattan. Now he wants to do the same with his plans for the plush Wellington Hotel in Covent Garden. His New York premises has become a popular destination for such big screen stars as Kate Hudson, Kristen Stewart and Jennifer Lawrence. In the hotel’s restaurant, locals have to work hard to get on the reservation list as the A listers wine and dine. Nearby, others eschew the food area to relax in a Japanese ryokan-styled spa and swimming pool encased with a roof made of wood 250 years old. With cosy open fires for guests to warm themselves at and relax during the cold winter evenings and an open air cocktail courtyard for summer months, the hotel isn’t so much hip, as homely and tastefully laid out.

De Niro and his business partners plan to bring similar styled facilities to London. The 83-room luxury Wellington Hotel is also expected to include a central courtyard, a spa, two restaurants and a café. If the project gets the green light from Westminster City Council, building on the hotel should begin next year and be finished within a two-year time-frame. In a statement, De Niro promised that the hotel would honour the heritage of its immediate are while bringing to London what they had managed to do in New York. The Wellington would be the latest in a list of boutique hotels opening in the English capital in the past few years.

Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2016/05/19/robert-de-niro-open-luxury-hotel-london/#ixzz496hCx7W9