Banyan Tree Samui

Having stayed at a number of Banyan tree properties, I had extremely high expectations and they’ve been met in every area at the Banyan Tree Samui. The villas are large and really well appointed, and the housekeeping team do a super job in cleaning them twice a day. The breakfast buffet is of a very high standard, and I’d highly recommend sampling all of the tropical fruits (if in season, ask for mangosteen!). We ate at the beach restaurant last night, and the food quality was excellent. I’d also recommend taking part in the comprehensive selection of complimentary daily activities - some are centred around the beach (sailing, kayaking, Thai boxing, snorkelling) and others are wellness orientated (think yoga, sound healing etc). All are really enjoyable and run by a friendly and professional team! However, what really sets this property (and all Banyan Tree properties) apart is the really outstanding, authentic and genuine service. This sets the Banyan Tree brand apart from other leading luxury hotel brands. My elderly father was unwell yesterday, and the team went above and beyond to take care of him (sending electrolytes and various hot teas to the room, regularly checking-in on him). The buggy service has also been exceptional, with response times generally less than 4/5 minutes. We’ve had super positive encounters with all staff that we’ve met at the hotel, though I’d like to thank Khun Gigg (restaurant manager at the beach restaurant) and his colleague Khun Poom, Khun Rang (beach activities manager) and Khun Stamp (manager at breakfast). Of course, no hotel of this standard can operate at this very high level without a general manager and f&b director that are meticulous and in the detail - a special thanks to Khun Apple (general manager) and Khun Rainer (F&B director) for helping to ensure we’ve had an outstanding stay that has exceeded all our expectations. Khob khun khrap Team Banyan Tree Samui!

We loved every minute of our week at this very special resort, the only downside is how sad you are to leave. The resort is stunning and like living in a postcard with so much attention given to making your stay magical. The food is delicious and beautifully presented, the spa is an experience not to be missed and the day trip on their private boat to Angthong Marine Park truly one of the most memorable days of my life - breathtaking natural beauty with lunch on a private island with monkeys and turquoise water and white sand - so special. The grounds of resort are meticulously kept and housekeeping team world class. Our villa host Daya was amazing and helped us put together a great itinerary to see around the island though the resort is so perfect and dinner experiences with fire shows and traditional dancing so good we’d recommend spending most of your time on island at resort. Beach is immaculate with staff cleaning beach and water and putting out towels and bringing drinks and organising snorkeling or kayaking gear at your request and great beach and pool bars. It’s a splurge but totally worth it - you feel so pampered and surrounded by majestic nature.

Great large beautiful pool villas. Excellent ocean view from villa B3. Great food and excellent service. Tong in the sport/beach center gave me a fantastic introductory Muay Thai boxing lesson!

In terms of sights, sounds, environment, facilities, activities, service and luxury villas, think “White Lotus” and you will be spot on. Special shout-out for Nee in the spa who gave me an excellent Balinese massage. We will be back!

From the moment we arrived at the hotel we felt so relaxed, the service and attention to detail from every member of staff during our stay was exceptional. The check-in process was quick and efficient and we were soon settled into our beach front villa. Our villa host Chan was amazing throughout our stay, making our holiday stress free. Our villa was superb and very well appointed with a living area, bathroom & a huge walk-in shower and the comfiest bed I’ve ever slept in, with the choice of pillows, bed linen, sleep essential oils and choice of incense sticks. The outside area was also very well appointed with a large pool, sun lounge area and additional seating. We enjoyed the food during our stay, the breakfast buffet was very good and catered for all tastes. In the evening we mostly ate in the Sands Restaurant which has a large and varied menu, the food was excellent and we thought it was very good value for money. We also enjoyed the Spa, we had two massages during our stay and both were excellent, I would also highly recommend the Rainforest Experience, we thought this was amazing. The hotel also has a very varied activities programme, we took part in the aromatherapy workshop, making room sprays, which is a great reminder of our holiday now we are home. We throughly enjoyed our stay here and I would highly recommend this hotel.