Banyan Tree Phuket
Phuket, Thailand
The serene setting of villas allows feeling at one with nature. Luxuriously appointed with elegant Thai decor, the villa’s open-air jet-pool melts away the pressures of life. As the swirling waters and refreshing bath oils soothe all tensions, guests can feast their senses on the garden with flowers in full bloom, butterflies dancing in the air and cicadas punctuating the night with their rhythmic songs.
Bordered by the golden sands and gentle waves of the Andaman Sea and within a cluster of 5 star hotels in Laguna Phuket lies Banyan Tree Phuket.
Internationally acclaimed Banyan Tree Spa Phuket offers an exotic blend of massages and body treatments inspired by traditional Asian health and beauty remedies. As the pioneer of the tropical garden setting concept, the spa features pavilions which are re-creations of royal Thai salas in their entire splendor.
The wonderfully tranquil surroundings turn an early morning dip into a truly invigorating experience in the 40m-long lap pool. Guests can take part in a scuba diving demonstration and experience the sensation of weightlessness, or venture into the rapid water canal and bubble mats of the free-form pool, followed by a rest in the lounge chairs.
Guests are welcome to test their tennis skills at the weekly tournaments. Whether being an amateur player or professional, everyone is welcome at these friendly and fun challenges. The advice from tennis coach and a few practices serves on three courts the night before.
The hotel offers a range of activities and classes that will enhance the feeling of well being, from lessons in scuba diving, sailing, canoeing and windsurfing to classes in meditation, tai chi, aerobics, aqua toning and batik painting.
The library houses an interesting collection of books, newspapers, magazines, videotapes and compact discs. Guests can relax with a good read in the serenely decorated reading room, or borrow a copy and retreat to the privacy of the villa.
Phuket’s environs are blessed with legendary beauty and magical places like Phang Nga Bay, the Phi Phi Islands and the Similans. Glorious deserted beaches, crystal clear waters, spectacular underwater life, majestic limestone cliffs or tropical forests - Laguna Tours offers truly exhilarating excursions, including sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, sea canoeing, deep-sea fishing and island hopping; or staying on land and trying horse riding, elephant trekking and a jungle safari.
Quest adventure programs provide a challenge for all participants from beginners to advanced. Quest Family Programs are created specifically with the family in mind and designed to foster co-operation and healthy competition within the family. Quest Camp Laguna offers children, ages 9-14, the opportunity to join individual and group activities at the Quest Facility.
Saffron, an eclectic and award-winning restaurant is renowned for its creative selection of Thai cuisine prepared using traditional methods passed down through generations. At the Saffron the exotic flavors of Asian delights blend perfectly with the delectable decor of the restaurant. Dishes featured on the menu include crisp fried catfish and mango salad, stir-fried black crab with pepper and chilli, and sticky rice with yellow curry ice cream.
With a spectacular view of the lagoon, a lavish American-and-Asian buffet breakfast or Mediterranean cuisine is served at Watercourt, amidst a relaxed water court setting. The delightful favorites feature citrus salad with warm garlic prawns, charred aubergine cappuccino with truffle oil, lobster with hot basil salad and grilled prime rib of beef.
An array of culinary experiences is offered to tempt and intrigue in Tre - the exclusive contemporary French Vietnamese restaurant set among the superb surroundings of the DoublePool Villas. Tre’s signature dishes include scallops and green apples tartar with pan-fried foie gras and star anis emulsion; wagyu beef pho soup with truffle infusion; and home-smoked salmon fillet served with lotus seeds fried rice and ginger-red wine sauce.
Intimately sequestered on a discreet Sala Terrace facing the lagoon, this epicurean delight serves up the finest catches from the sea: the royal triumvirate of lobster, tiger prawn and imported French oysters; in between liberal dashings of melt-in-the-mouth Beluga caviar. The innovative twists of hot, sweet, tangy and tart flavors that resonate in Thai fusion cooking accompany the delectable meal with a matching bottle of wine from the cellar.
Set in the tranquil surroundings of the Banyan Tree Spa, dining at Tamarind is an experience not to be missed. Fresh fish, seafood delicacies and spa cuisine are combined with the exotic herbs, roots and spices that create the distinctive flavors of Thai cuisine. The menu has been meticulously designed featuring Western and Far Eastern dishes.
International snacks and cafe fare make Banyan Cafe the ideal place to enjoy a casual breakfast before teeing off, or a relaxed lunch while taking in the view of the pastoral greens at Laguna Phuket Golf Club.
The Pool Bar offers thirst-quenching drinks and nifty fruit cocktails under a coconut tree at the soothing ambiance.