Banyan Tree Samui
Koh Samui
OVERVIEW
Overlooking the impossibly pretty Lamai Bay, Banyan Tree Samui is perched on a private hill in a quiet cove on the south east coast of Koh Samui. A private and secluded haven, the traditional Thai accommodation cascades down the lush verdant hill down to the tranquil turquoise water and white sand cove below to create a picture of tropical bliss.
Just 19 kilometres from Samui International Airport, Banyan Tree is the perfect place to let the hours and days merge into one as you retreat away from the real world and enjoy the impeccable service you would expect from one of the world’s most exclusive hotel brands.
It’s an all-pool, all-villa resort, so not only will you have the space and privacy you’d expect from one of the spacious villas, you’ll enjoy the blissfully retreat of your own private pool. Add this to the secluded private beach and an award-winning hydrotherapy spa in the rainforest and you’ve a whole host of watery ways to get your fix.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 88
Location: Koh Samui, Thailand
Nearest Airport: Koh Samui Airport
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
6 Reasons to visit Banyan Tree Samui
- You’ll have a dedicated villa host to tend to your every need throughout your stay
- With its crystal clear waters the private bay is the perfect place to snorkel
- Each of the well-appointed villas comes with its own swimming pool
- Banyan Tree Spa Samui Rainforest is the region’s largest Hydrotherapy Spa
- Ideally located close to Chaweng and Lamai so you can explore the surrounding area
- There’s a kids club for the little ones and an adults-only corner for grown ups
Enjoy a supper to remember as you feast on the finest local ingredients in a tented private dining pavilion on the beach as the sun goes down.
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Where to stay
There’s a choice of nine carefully curated villas at Banyan Tree Samui, all built to reflect the traditional Thai style. Every villa comes with its own expansive pool, double vanity bathroom complete with a tropical rain shower and bathtub, outdoor lounge deck and a spacious and airy living area with floor to ceiling windows to let the light flood in. The interiors are classic and sophisticated, with crisp white linens complemented by dark wood furnishings for a calming yet luxurious feel.
Enjoy a supper to remember as you feast on the finest local ingredients in a tented private dining pavilion on the beach as the sun goes down.
What to do
Explore the coastal beauty of the Gulf of Thailand from on board the resort’s ‘Sense of the Sea’ a private speedboat. Visit the 15 metre high Buddha at Wat Phra Yai or travel to the island of Koh Mae, famous for its emerald lake in the mountains. Return to Banyan Tree Samui for a hydrothermal journey at The Rainforest.
Enjoy a supper to remember as you feast on the finest local ingredients in a tented private dining pavilion on the beach as the sun goes down.
What and Where to Eat
Banyan Tree Samui offers a range of dining venues and menus. Savour seafood at Sands or local Thai treats at Saffron. At least one night, allow the chef to come to your villa and prepare a delicious barbecue. Surprise your partner with a private dinner; the hotel has a ‘romance concierge’ who can help you create a night to remember.
Enjoy a supper to remember as you feast on the finest local ingredients in a tented private dining pavilion on the beach as the sun goes down.
When to travel
Koh Samui is a popular destination all year round thanks to its famous parties. It shares a tropical monsoon climate with the rest of the country, meaning high temperatures, high rainfall and high humidity. Its equatorial location means the length of the day barely varies, so there’s no bad time to visit.
WEATHER: High temperatures and high humidity year round means there’s no bad time to visit Koh Samui, with temperatures a consistent 26-30 degrees.
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
26 | 7 | 90 |
Feb |
27 | 8 | 30 |
Mar |
29 | 8 | 30 |
Apr |
29 | 8 | 80 |
May |
30 | 6 | 160 |
Jun |
29 | 6 | 100 |
Jul |
29 | 6 | 120 |
Aug |
29 | 6 | 100 |
Sep |
28 | 6 | 130 |
Oct |
27 | 6 | 290 |
Nov |
27 | 6 | 430 |
Dec |
27 | 7 | 150 |