Banyan Tree Phuket Thailand

Banyan Tree Phuket

The multi award winning Banyan Tree Phuket remains a firm favourite among Phuket Luxury Hotels and together with the equally celebrated Banyan Tree Spa, a rare Island Hideaway and Phuket Health Retreat. Prioneering the concept of tropical garden luxury resorts, the Banyan Tree Phuket, with 150 Private Villas, is a magnet for Romantic Getaways, Corporate Retreats, Health Retreats and Spa Breaks.

On the site of a former tin mine, the Banyan Tree Phuket restored the landscape planting a well mannered jungle of Palm, Pandanus, frangipani, mango trees and an arboretum of other species. A strip of whiter-then-white sand dissects verdant greens from the azure blue of the Andaman Sea in Bang Tao Bay which is located up in the northwest tip of Phuket; removed from but close enough to the neon lights to the south of the island should you wish, at any point, to experience that side of Phuket nightlife.

A mere 20 minute drive from Phuket International Airport, the Banyan Tree Phuket is one of seven Luxury Resorts, Deluxe Hotels and Private Villa Resorts that collectively comprise Laguna Phuket; 1100 acres of topical pardise bordered by eight kilometres of pristine beach in Bang Tao Bay on Phuket’s West Coast. Activities within this area of land include raquet sports, kayaking, sailing and golf at the chamionship Laguna Golf Course as well as Spa Treatments, Fine Dining and use of a host of other facilities.

Famed particularly for the Banyan Tree Spa and the faultless standard of service, the Banyan Tree Phuket continues to focus on its “High Touch, Low Tech” mantra, celebrating Mother Nature with a series of on-going green Initiatives and an eco-friendly stance that has earned this luxury resort international recognition, praise and awards.

Sleeping Arrangements

Nestling within the expansive topical gardens of the Banyan Tree Phuket are 150 Private Villas, most with high perimeter walls and private courtyards. The private villas are designed in traditional Thai style with high, red-tiled, dramatically angled roofs such as found on temples (Wats) throughout Thailand.

All villas have either pools or Jacuzzi’s but time spent choosing which of the villas is right for you is recommended. Some of the villas feature outdoor baths and jacuzzi’s, some have private swimming pools (the Double Pool Villas have 10-metre-long infinity-edged pools and wading pools) and then there are the Spa Pool Villas where a floating bed pavilion sits resplendent within a lotus pond for relaxation and meditation when you are not being pampered in the private in-villa spa.

Deluxe Villas

The Deluxe Villa’s perfectly complement the spa experience of being one with nature. The setting is completed with traditional Thai accents and teakwood furnishings. The villa also has an outdoor private whirlpool for some extra pampering.

There are Deluxe Two Bedroom Villas available for those that are holidaying with friends or family. These larger villas have a kitchen, dining area and lounge and even a games room. The luxury extends outdoors with a private pool and Jacuzzi alongside your exquisite outdoor sala.

Pool Villas

These villas offer you the privacy of your very own swimming pool surrounded by a lush private garden and comfy daybeds to take in the sun. Furnished in the traditional Thai style with silks and hardwood furnishings, the atmosphere created is traditional yet chic and sophisticated.

Two Bedroom Pool Villas come with the added perks of a poolside terrace, meditation area, a decadent open air sunken bath and a kitchenette.

Sanctuary Villas

As its name suggests, the Sanctuary Villas are a hidden enclave and the perfect romantic retreat for couples looking for privacy and luxurious pampering. They have an extensive range of facilities from a private pool to a Thai style sala in the midst of a beautifully landscaped private garden. There is also a large living room and a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for the ultimate home away from home experience.

Spa Pool Villas

The Spa Pool Villa is the pinnacle of the Banyan Tree experience, bringing together the best of nature, luxury and pampering. Teakwood furnishings are accentuated with pure Thai silk, draping everything in sheer luxury. Apart from a private pool and Jacuzzi, outdoor showers and a sunken bath, the villa has a floating pavilion set atop a lovely lily pond; perfect for private spa treatments or decadent lounging. This exquisite villa also entitles you to a special welcome package filled with perks, discounts and freebies.

Awards and Accolades

It is widely heralded as one of the leading spa retreats in the world, having been named Asia Pacific’s Leading Spa Resort in 2001 at the World Travel Awards and the runner up in the World’s Best Overseas Hotel Spa listing by Conde Nast Traveller UK. Critical acclaim aside, Banyan Tree Phuket is also lauded by the general public with the Zagat Survey showing that it ranked among the Top 20 Spas in the World.

• Gold List - Condé Nast Traveller UK - 2010
• Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Readers' Poll - Best Resort Hotel in Asia-Pacific - 2010
• Conde Nast Traveller UK Readers' Travel Awards - Favourite Spa in Overseas Hotels (no. 1) - 2010
• 6th Annual AsiaSpa Awards - Spa Academy of The Year - 2010
• Best Hotels for Rooms - Asia (Top 4 Hotels) - Conde Nast Traveller UK Gold List - 2010
• Top 25 Asia Resorts - Conde Nast Traveler Gold List - 2009
• Best Hotel in Thailand - Golden Meridian Russian Travel Award - 2008
• Best Overseas Resort - Luxury Travel & Style Magazine Gold List - 2008
• Favourite Spa in Southeast Asia - Spa Finder Readers’ Choice Awards - 2008
• Favourite Asia Hotel Spa - Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Spa Awards - 2008
• Favourite Hotel or Resort in Asia - Elegant Resorts Preferred Partners Awards - 2007
• Best Resort Hotel in Phuket - CEI Readers Choice Awards - 2007
• Top 10 Asia Resorts - Condé Nast Traveler 20th Annual Readers' Choice Awards - 2007
• Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards - 2006
• Conde Nast Gold List - 2005
• Conde Nast Top Asia Spa Hotel - 2005

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