In the western part of Georgia, near Batumi, construction has begun on a unique project - Gonio Marina. According to the current concept, it is a mixed-use resort and residential cluster covering more than 260 hectares, combining apartments, villas, hotels, a yacht marina, restaurants, and a private promenade. The developer is Eagle Hills Georgia (an Emaar-affiliated structure in Georgia), a renowned company from the UAE that has delivered landmark projects in Belgrade, Cairo, and Dubai.
The scale is truly ambitious - essentially a "city within a city", with an estimated investment value exceeding $5 billion. For Batumi, this can be compared to how Belgrade Waterfront transformed Serbia’s capital. Similarly, Gonio Marina is expected to become a new landmark on the Black Sea coast and a key stage in the region’s development.
Now, as the first details of the master plan are unveiled, an investment window opens for early investors. More information is emerging about the future districts, marina, and initial sales conditions. This is the phase when entry prices are at their lowest - and growth potential at its highest. In this article, we’ll review what is currently known.
What the Gonio Marina Master Plan Includes
According to available information, the 260-hectare project in Gonio will combine premium residences, villas, and international hotels. The total investment volume is estimated at $5–6.6 billion.
Territory will include aquacenters, shopping galleries, restaurants, co-working and fitness spaces. The highlight of the complex will be a yacht club with over 180 berths and an artificial lagoon nearly 1 km long. In addition, there will be pedestrian boulevards, parks, and family recreation areas.
The location is also a major advantage. Gonio is known for its clean beaches and eco-friendly environment. Batumi International Airport is about 20 minutes away, and the Turkish border is less than 10 minutes. Thanks to this, Gonio Marina can become a transit hub for yachts and high-end tourists.
The project aims to create a full-fledged infrastructure for living, recreation, and investment - combining apartments, managed residences, gated villa communities, and international hotel brands. Altogether, it forms a new resort ecosystem where lifestyle and Georgian real estate investment are intertwined.
Who Stands Behind Gonio Marina and Why It Matters for Investors
The project is being developed by Emaar and Eagle Hills, companies founded by Mohammed Alabbar. They are globally recognized for projects such as Downtown Dubai and Marassi Egypt. Their involvement in Batumi guarantees international quality standards.
For investors, this means three key things:
- Reliability and quality assurance.
The participation of Emaar in Batumi ensures confidence in construction timelines and quality. The Dubai-based developer is known for its systematic approach and strict oversight at every stage, minimizing the risk of delays. - Entry of global hotel brands.
The presence of Emaar Batumi and Eagle Hills Batumi paves the way for leading international hotel chains. For such brands, both scale and reputation of the developer matter. Emaar’s previous collaborations include Address Hotels, Vida, Rove, The Ritz-Carlton and others. Even a partial presence of these brands could position Batumi as a competitive European-class resort, ensuring a steady flow of affluent guests and strong rental demand. - Capital growth potential.
Based on previous Eagle Hills projects in Belgrade, Cairo, and Abu Dhabi, property values in those developments rose by 25–40% by the middle of the construction phase.
Finally, the entry of a UAE developer into Batumi elevates the local real estate market to a new level. It signals strong confidence from international investors and reinforces Georgia’s position as a rising investment hub on the Black Sea.
