Located in the enclave of Laguna Phuket, Banyan Tree Phuket is a sanctuary of hushed repose amongst long beaches, fresh greenery and tropical trees. The resort offers 137 luxuriously appointed villas gloriously combining elegant Thai architecture with modern amenities. Guests can revel in the serene setting, swim in their private pool and relax on a spacious wooden deck. Banyan Tree Phuket offers a variety of activities for couples and families like trekking tours through pristine virgin forests, visiting Khao Pra Taew Waterfall, elephant rides, kayaking or riding bikes to admire the exotic flora and fauna of Phuket. Guests can also enjoy sunrise jogs or sunset walks on the Bangtao Beach, swim and sunbathe at the 40-metre long pool or choose a separate pool with water rapids and Jacuzzi jet-pool. Those who like sports can play golf on an enjoyable and challenging 18-hole Laguna Golf Phuket, enjoy a stimulating tennis or work out in the fitness pavilion with state-of-the-art equipment. For those who want to spend a quiet holiday, the resort has yoga and stretching classes, a soothingly designed library and cooking class. Banyan Tree Spa invites to restore body’s natural energy balance in the open-air Spa Pavilions where highest calibre professionals perform soothing treatment sessions. Guests can savour authentic Thai dishes and innovative international cuisine while admiring the tranquil sea scenery and golf course in the resort’s restaurants or enjoy the ultimate romantic dinner on board of the traditional long tail boat.

Location: The enclave of Laguna Phuket, Phuket, Thailand; 20-minute drive from Phuket International Airport.

Accommodation: 137 villas: Banyan Pool Villa, Banyan Lagoon Pool Villa, Signature Pool Villa, Grand Lagoon Pool Villa, Signature Two Bedroom Pool Villa, Grand Two Bedroom Pool Villa.

Restaurants & bars: 8 restaurants and bars: Banyan Café, Sands, Saffron, Lobby Bar & Wine Rack, Pool Bar, Tamarind Restaurant, Watercourt, Tre Restaurant, Sanya Rak Dinner Cruise, Dinner of the Senses.

Facilities: 2 swimming pools; Banyan Tree Gallery; library; cooking classes; beach services; Turtle Club for kids; 5 meeting rooms.

Sport & recreation: Fitness Pavilion; Laguna Golf Phuket; yoga and stretching classes; 3 tennis courts; cycling; water sports centre.

Spa: Banyan Tree Spa: 12 Spa Sanctuary Pool villas; massages; body treatments; foot ritual.