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Banyan Tree Samui
99/9 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Maret 84310 Thailand
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Set on a pristine private beach, the 88 all-pool villa Banyan Tree Samui features the best elements of a tropical getaway with the convenience of being just 19 km from Samui International Airport. Overlooking the sapphire waters of scenic Lamai Bay, the resort is nestled in a series of cascading terraces on a private hill cove in the south-eastern coast of Koh Samui.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Canoeing
Babysitting
Parking
Wifi
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Fitness classes
Sauna
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
Game room
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Aerobics
Billiards
Table tennis
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Kids pool
Highchairs available
Free shuttle or taxi services
Airport transportation
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Photo copier / fax In business centre
Spa
Body wrap
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot bath
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Salon
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Gift shop
Newspaper
Shops
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Butler service
Doorperson
First aid kit
Infirmary
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Allergy-free room
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Private beach
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bidet
Air purifier
Bathrobes
Desk
Dining area
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Minibar
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
On-demand films
iPod docking station
Walk-in shower
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Nestled in a picturesque location, Banyan Tree Samui is lauded for its tranquil setting and stunning views, with easy access to nightlife. The spacious rooms with private pools are a hit, despite some privacy issues and signs of wear. Luxurious amenities, including diverse dining options and water activities, complement the experience.
Guests admire the impeccable service and cleanliness, though opinions on value for money are divided. The hotel's romantic and private atmosphere is a highlight for many visitors.
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We usually go to the Caribbean in January for some winter sun but decided this year to try Thailand instead. We stayed 8 nights in a Horizon Hillcrest Villa. The resort is outstanding and suffice to say we are unlikely to go back to the Caribbean again and will now come to Thailand instead.
Rooms: the villa is highly private with stunning view over the gulf of Thailand. There is no overlooking from other villas and no noise other than from the wildlife in the surrounding trees. Rooms are large with high ceilings and separate living area with large TVs that have chromecast allowing streaming from your own devices. All non alcoholic drinks are complimentary from the in room bar which is a really nice touch. Housekeeping was superb, always done when you are out of the villa and done to a high standard. The little gifts left at turndown is a lovely idea.
Staff: staff are very friendly and eager to please. Villa hosts give you a point of contact to organise any trips or reservations you need.
Food: excellent choice at the breakfast buffet; wide choice of western and Asian food at Sands and Edge restaurant and superb Thai cuisine at Saffron. Food and drink is of high quality and good value for a 5 star island hotel.
Activities: plenty of trips on offer, we did a cultural tour and a private boat tour (both with guide Joseph who was knowledgable, friendly and very professional) and also a Thai cooking class which was amazing (they even give you personalised aprons with your name on!). The Banyan Tree spa was also amazing. The concierge also recommended some nice restaurants to visit outside the resort.
Beach and pool: lovely private beach and nice pool area both of which were quiet when we were there. We would have liked a more proactive beach and pool service - staff immediately laid towels on the loungers and brought water on arrival but then didn’t really walk around after that to check if we needed anything. A minor quibble though.
Thank you everyone at Banyan Tree Samui for a wonderful and memorable stay!
Rooms: the villa is highly private with stunning view over the gulf of Thailand. There is no overlooking from other villas and no noise other than from the wildlife in the surrounding trees. Rooms are large with high ceilings and separate living area with large TVs that have chromecast allowing streaming from your own devices. All non alcoholic drinks are complimentary from the in room bar which is a really nice touch. Housekeeping was superb, always done when you are out of the villa and done to a high standard. The little gifts left at turndown is a lovely idea.
Staff: staff are very friendly and eager to please. Villa hosts give you a point of contact to organise any trips or reservations you need.
Food: excellent choice at the breakfast buffet; wide choice of western and Asian food at Sands and Edge restaurant and superb Thai cuisine at Saffron. Food and drink is of high quality and good value for a 5 star island hotel.
Activities: plenty of trips on offer, we did a cultural tour and a private boat tour (both with guide Joseph who was knowledgable, friendly and very professional) and also a Thai cooking class which was amazing (they even give you personalised aprons with your name on!). The Banyan Tree spa was also amazing. The concierge also recommended some nice restaurants to visit outside the resort.
Beach and pool: lovely private beach and nice pool area both of which were quiet when we were there. We would have liked a more proactive beach and pool service - staff immediately laid towels on the loungers and brought water on arrival but then didn’t really walk around after that to check if we needed anything. A minor quibble though.
Thank you everyone at Banyan Tree Samui for a wonderful and memorable stay!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from RemkoKroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 23 Jan 2020
Dear jrcarton, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for choosing Thailand as the destination for your winter getaway and for making our resort your chosen destination. It is wonderful to read that you felt your decision was the right one and that you intend to return in the future! From the comfort and privacy of your Horizon Hillcrest Pool Villa to the tranquility of our natural setting to the high standard of cleaning and special treats from our Villa Attendants to the delectable cuisine at our restaurants to the island and marine excursions with our Guest Experience Agent, Joseph, to the personalized cooking class at The Edge to the blissful treatments at Banyan Tree Spa Samui, it is wonderful that each combined to create a memorable experience for your escape to the tropics. As a Banyan Tree property, we strive to be attentive to detail in every aspect of the guest experience and it is wonderful that you felt the personal touches provided to enhance your stay. Moreover, it is fantastic that your Villa Host and our entire team were able to cater to your each and every need including resort activities, excursions and more. I have already shared your comments with our entire team as added motivation to continue delighting our future guests. jrcarton, thank you once again for choosing Banyan Tree Samui and it would be our sincere pleasure to welcome you back for your future winter travels. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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The property is set up in excellent and rare location in Samui with full privacy on any places you go in the hotel. During this season of our stays you will hear Cicada singing all days and nights along with the sound of sea waves. Make you relaxing.
Not only private beach but also during the night time you rarely see any fishing boat come near the shore unlike others beaches where you will get unpleasant green light from fishing boats during night time.
Services here is top-notch staffs were all have attention to us all the time without us noticing. Giving us a privacy space while providing the best services at the best timing. Thats something I am impressed with all staffs.
Special mention to Khun May our lovely villa host was very helpful in coordinate for all matters for us. We are lucky to have her assisting us during our stays for 3 nights.
We will definitely come back to Banyan Tree Samui for sure.
Not only private beach but also during the night time you rarely see any fishing boat come near the shore unlike others beaches where you will get unpleasant green light from fishing boats during night time.
Services here is top-notch staffs were all have attention to us all the time without us noticing. Giving us a privacy space while providing the best services at the best timing. Thats something I am impressed with all staffs.
Special mention to Khun May our lovely villa host was very helpful in coordinate for all matters for us. We are lucky to have her assisting us during our stays for 3 nights.
We will definitely come back to Banyan Tree Samui for sure.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Remko Kroesen, Owner at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 21 Apr 2021
Dear Thanamwat S, Thank you for choosing our resort for your recent travels and for extending your comments. I am delighted to read that we were able to exceed your expectations and to deliver a memorable holiday. It is always a pleasure to read notes such as yours and I am thrilled that you were impressed by the sense of privacy that our property provides and the tranquil surroundings that made you feel at ease. Additionally, it is great that you were pleased with the attention to detail from our associates as well as the thoughtful touches that greeted you throughout your stay. We take pride in delivering the highest level of service and I am glad that your Villa Host, May, and our entire team were able to meet your every need and deliver a relaxing, worry free stay. Thanamwat S, thank you once again for choosing our resort. As returning to visit our properties is the highest compliment we can receive as a company, I would like to thank you once again for choosing us and we anticipate delivering another holiday that is equally memorable. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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The place is stunning. The villas are exceptional, all very private an accessible through a network of narrow lanes or foot paths, if you don’t want to walk anywhere a golf cart and driver will take you.
You typically book your table at the Saffron or Sands restaurant and ask for the cart to collect you ten minutes before. We had a Beachfront Villa, (B03) easy walk to the Edge for Breakfast and to the beach and pool.
The hotel did not seem too full when we were here maybe the effect of the Coronavirus impact on the region, but certainly no problems at the hotel (or surroundings) where the hygiene standards were very high.
One slightly unusual thing (for us anyway), was that it was not possible to get a drink at the bar before dinner, so you end up having your cocktail whilst sitting at the table, but we got used to it and adapted our schedule so we could have 2 for 1 cocktails at the beach or pool before getting ready for dinner.
All of the staff we encountered were very helpful, a special mention to our Villa Host Kate, who looked after us very well and our driver Pong who collected us and took us back to the airport and stayed with us until our bags had been checked in. All meals were excellent, high quality and good portions.
You typically book your table at the Saffron or Sands restaurant and ask for the cart to collect you ten minutes before. We had a Beachfront Villa, (B03) easy walk to the Edge for Breakfast and to the beach and pool.
The hotel did not seem too full when we were here maybe the effect of the Coronavirus impact on the region, but certainly no problems at the hotel (or surroundings) where the hygiene standards were very high.
One slightly unusual thing (for us anyway), was that it was not possible to get a drink at the bar before dinner, so you end up having your cocktail whilst sitting at the table, but we got used to it and adapted our schedule so we could have 2 for 1 cocktails at the beach or pool before getting ready for dinner.
All of the staff we encountered were very helpful, a special mention to our Villa Host Kate, who looked after us very well and our driver Pong who collected us and took us back to the airport and stayed with us until our bags had been checked in. All meals were excellent, high quality and good portions.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from RemkoKroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 24 Mar 2020
Dear ajp9000, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for choosing our resort for your recent holiday. I am delighted to read that you felt the discrete, yet attentive, service from your Villa Host , Kate, as well our entire team and that we were to deliver a relaxing and memorable stay. I have already shared your comments with them as it is feedback such as yours that provides added motivation to continue delivering the highest standards of service. I regret to learn that we were not able to provide your pre-dinner drinks at the venue of your preference. Typically, this is not the case as our Lobby Lounge, Pool Bar and Beach Bar are open. I have already shared this with our Food & Beverage team to investigate further. I trust from your review that this minor inconvenience did not detract from the overall comfort of your stay. ajp9000, thank you once again for staying with us. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back in the future for your next holiday on Samui. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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Beautiful resort in an absolutely adorable location. However too pricey when one can wander a few miles down the road for outstanding local food and experiences for less than a quarter of the price. Facilities are lacking attention.online times for opening and recreational activity times are incorrect as all times displayed on resort literature And signage which made planning your day extremely difficult.resort staff did not know the correct time of things either which was frustrating.overall a beautiful idyllic location but lacking some planning and attention to detail making the day less relaxing than desired
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from RemkoKroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 24 Feb 2020
Dear Honesttraveller6575, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for choosing our resort for your tropical getaway. I am thrilled to read that you had a relaxing stay while enjoying the comfort of your pool villa. It is great that our Sanctuary for the Senses provided you with the perfect place to forget the outside world and to simply unwind. Please note that the pricing of our F&B services remains in line with other five-star properties on Samui. While we do recognize that cheaper services can be found outside our resort; the consistency of the quality, hygiene and service is what sets us at a higher tier than locally-operated restaurants in the area. I regret that there was mixed information online and at the resort. In recent months, we have made some adjustments to certain hours and the necessary updates might not have been made. At our resort, our personal smartphone provided for all villas outlines all resort information for restaurant hours and our activities schedule, and can be relied on for accurate information at all times. Moreover, your Villa Host would have been more than willing to clarify any discrepancies that you may have discovered and to ensure clear details were provided to you. It is unfortunate that this was not mentioned during your stay, so that we could have remedied this situation for you and to alleviate your frustrations. Honesttraveller6575, thank you once again for staying with us. It would be our sincere pleasure to welcome you back in the future and to deliver a holiday that is more in line with your expectations. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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First off, a little background about us.
We live on Koh Samui. We are making the best of the covid situation and slowly making our way through all the 5 start resorts on the island as well as on Koh Phangan.
We have stayed at many of the others, and yes - they have all been very nice (as one would expect from a 5* hotel) but the Banyan Tree took that expectation and smashed it!
First off, the room.
We booked a 2 bedroom family ocean view pool villa. Let me just say the pictures don't do it justice. The very tall (15+ foot) ceilings along with floor to ceiling doors and windows make for a very grand and spacious room. The beds are very comfortable with a wide selection of pillows. We particularly enjoyed the turn down service and the tasty cookies that were left every night.
I enjoyed the room amenities, the lotions and shampoo smelled wonderful and I partook of many baths in the giant tub.
Speaking of water features, the infinity pool is very big with a HEATED! JACUZZI! Before we arrived, I wondered, a heated jacuzzi - what, it's already hot here, we are in Thailand after all.
Well let me stand corrected. It was very nice to relax in at night after the sun went down. Very nice indeed.
Now to the great part.
The people.
From arrival at reception, to our buggy rides around the resort, the staff at breakfast, at the pool, beach or the gym where extremely friendly and helpful but in a tasteful non intrusive way. Quick to help with friendly smiles I dare you to find better service anywhere.
Banyan tree Samui has set a new bar for me regarding hotels. This one will be hard to beat! I very much look forward to returning and recommend this resort to anyone.
We live on Koh Samui. We are making the best of the covid situation and slowly making our way through all the 5 start resorts on the island as well as on Koh Phangan.
We have stayed at many of the others, and yes - they have all been very nice (as one would expect from a 5* hotel) but the Banyan Tree took that expectation and smashed it!
First off, the room.
We booked a 2 bedroom family ocean view pool villa. Let me just say the pictures don't do it justice. The very tall (15+ foot) ceilings along with floor to ceiling doors and windows make for a very grand and spacious room. The beds are very comfortable with a wide selection of pillows. We particularly enjoyed the turn down service and the tasty cookies that were left every night.
I enjoyed the room amenities, the lotions and shampoo smelled wonderful and I partook of many baths in the giant tub.
Speaking of water features, the infinity pool is very big with a HEATED! JACUZZI! Before we arrived, I wondered, a heated jacuzzi - what, it's already hot here, we are in Thailand after all.
Well let me stand corrected. It was very nice to relax in at night after the sun went down. Very nice indeed.
Now to the great part.
The people.
From arrival at reception, to our buggy rides around the resort, the staff at breakfast, at the pool, beach or the gym where extremely friendly and helpful but in a tasteful non intrusive way. Quick to help with friendly smiles I dare you to find better service anywhere.
Banyan tree Samui has set a new bar for me regarding hotels. This one will be hard to beat! I very much look forward to returning and recommend this resort to anyone.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Remko Kroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 1 Aug 2021
Dear autumnm7, Thank you for staying with us at Banyan Tree Samui and for taking the time to share your comments. As you mentioned that your family has experienced the finest luxury properties on both Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, your compliment that our resort is the best of the best among these resorts speaks volumes. Kindly accept my deepest thanks and gratitude for choosing Banyan Tree. I am delighted to read that your Family Ocean Pool Villa provided your family with the perfect place to relax and unwind while soaking in the view of our private bay extending out to the Gulf of Thailand. It is great that you were impressed with the overall comfort and design of your pool villa including the heated jet pool which provided you with an ideal setting to soak away the stress. I am glad that you took delight in the various special touches provided each evening as well as the signature fragrance - Thai Chamanard - of our various bathroom amenities. Visit Banyan Tree Essential’s online store should you be interested to purchase these products and to recreate your Banyan Tree experience at your home. As a Banyan Tree property, we take pride in delivering the highest standards of service and it is fantastic that your Villa Host as well as our entire team provided warm, attentive service to you during your stay. I will be sure to pass along your generous words to our team to serve as added inspiration to their on-going dedication toward serving our guests. autumnm7, thank you once again for making our resort your preferred choice. As returning to our property is the highest compliment we can receive as a resort, we anticipate welcoming your family back in the future and to deliver another memorable retreat to our Sanctuary for the Senses! With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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The accommodation and facilities of Banyan tree is great. The service of my villa host (Richard) is even beyond my expectation in every aspect. He arranged a little surprise to cerebrate my birthday. But there was a flaw during my stay that has to be mention about. We stay at Banyan Tree for consecutive 2 days. I got a call from cleaning stuff In the morning(about 10:30 am ), she ask me if they can clean our room, i told her that they can clean it when we go out off the hotel after 2 pm,then we went to the swimming pool and the private beach in Banyan Tree. When we came back to our room, the stuff was CLEANING our room which make me very angry and put us a an embarrassing situation because we need a shower immediately. So i told them to stop the cleaning immediately. I don't know why this happened(maybe the one who phone me can't fully understand my words) and hope that won't happen again if i have chance to stay in Banyan Tree in the future.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from RemkoKroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 11 Mar 2020
Dear hsujenkuo, Thank you for staying with us and I am delighted to read that you had a relaxing and rejuvenating holiday. From the comfort of your villa to the attentive, yet discrete service from your Villa Host, Richard, and our entire team to the special arrangement made for your birthday, it is great that each combined to give you a relaxing retreat to the tropics. However, I regret to read of the mishap you have mentioned and that it detracted from an otherwise memorable stay with us. It is unfortunate that there was miscommunication with your Villa Attendant in regard to the timing of cleaning your pool villa. Typically, our Housekeeping team is accurate with guest requests and are able to cater accordingly. It is disappointing this was not the case for you and I have passed this on to our Housekeeping team for their review and to address the root cause of this incident. I trust from the ranking you gave us that this did not detract from the overall comfort of your stay. hsujenkuo, thank you once again and we would be honoured to welcome you back in the future to Banyan Tree Samui. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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This resort is wonderfully peaceful, even though there are few guests around at the moment due to the virus the staff tried to make our stay memorable and were all smiley and helpful. The rooms have a very nice layout, excellent sized pool and stunning views over the resorts private bay. Banyan Tree isn't the newest resort in Samui, however you can see that its had regular maintenance and refurbishment over the years, unlike some other competitors that look a bit tired, this resort looks spotless. The floating breakfast was superb! Highly recommended to get away from life's pressures and truly relax!
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Remko Kroesen, Owner at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 5 Aug 2020
Dear Simon B, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for choosing our resort for your travels and I am delighted to read that your visit was an enjoyable one. I am glad that our tranquil location as well as the comfort of your private pool villa provided you with the perfect place for relaxation. I am thrilled to read that you found our facilities to be well-maintained. We adhere to a strict maintenance schedule across all our villas throughout the year in order to keep our resort in the best shape possible. We strive to deliver service excellence at every opportunity and I am glad that our entire team catered to your each and every need. I have already passed your comments on as recognition for their continual hard work and dedication toward delighting our guests. Simon B, thank you once again for staying with us and I am pleased that you had a memorable holiday. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back for your future escape to tropical splendour. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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We bought the coupon to Banyan Tree Samui during the COVID period. Later we decided to upgrade the room with a charge, and then add 1 person with a charge. When we arrived at the resort, we were offered to further upgrade the room, and the charge was very reasonable given the previous upgrade we requested.
The room we got finally was a family ocean view villa with 2 bedroom, one main and one small. Very suitable since we had 3 person, and it was located at the upper level of the cliff, so the view was really fantastic.
The staff were really helpful, and very attentive, thanks to Nami, May & others I didn't catch the name. They even went out the way to help one of us to get to Krabi with very short notice.
All in all, we were extremely happy with our stay, and wish we could have stayed longer...
The room we got finally was a family ocean view villa with 2 bedroom, one main and one small. Very suitable since we had 3 person, and it was located at the upper level of the cliff, so the view was really fantastic.
The staff were really helpful, and very attentive, thanks to Nami, May & others I didn't catch the name. They even went out the way to help one of us to get to Krabi with very short notice.
All in all, we were extremely happy with our stay, and wish we could have stayed longer...
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Date of stay: November 2020
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Response from Remko Kroesen, Owner at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 7 Dec 2020
Dear FreyaChan, Thank you for your recent stay with us and for your comments concerning the quality of service, professionalism and attentiveness you received during your stay from our associates. It is a testament to their continual hard work and enthusiasm in delivering the best to each and every guest. As a Banyan Tree property, we constantly emphasize the importance of paying attention to the fine details and communication within our team, so that we can consistently deliver the highest standard of service, which is one of the trademarks of our brand. I have already passed along your praise to Khun Nami, Khun May as well as all of our associates. It is comments such as yours that provide our team with inspiration in maintaining exceptional service while creating a true sanctuary for the senses. FreyaChan, thank you once again for choosing Banyan Tree Samui. It would be our sincere pleasure to welcome you back in the future and to deliver another memorable retreat to tropical paradise. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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We drove from Phuket to Koh Samui during weekday. The island wasn’t too busy however we booked Seatran Ferry in advance as per Villa Host recommendation who contacted us a week in advance for our preferences and help us manage the excellent trip. Thank you Khun Moss.
We had our jaws dropped once we reached the resort. The view from the lobby was so stunning...!! Friendly and warm welcome from Khun Pla(our best villa host), Khun Apple and Khun Remko. It’s very nice that they provided mobile phone for guest to use during stay with all hotel info including F&B menu. The hotel is doing great job in-term of safety eg. Providing complimentary safety kit(mask and alcohol gel) in the room, online menu, temperature check in all outlets.
The view from the villa is so stunning! The cleanliness and maintenance was great. I love the idea that telephone is outside the villa and the staff always call for permission to enter the villa for the guest’s privacy.
During the new normal, they offer complimentary in villa breakfast or it can be at the Sand which we can order in 1 day in advance. They always serve it on time. The quality of the food is great especially egg white omelet and bakery(croissant chocolate is best...I still miss it). Dinning at the Sand and in villa dining was tasty with excellent service.
So many choices of Recreation programme, we tried gym, Zumba dancing, snorkeling, paddling board and spa. The service was excellent same as facilities.
Really love this resort, value the money, excellent and personalized service. Very well managed and well maintained...well done! Thank you again for this memorable experience!
We had our jaws dropped once we reached the resort. The view from the lobby was so stunning...!! Friendly and warm welcome from Khun Pla(our best villa host), Khun Apple and Khun Remko. It’s very nice that they provided mobile phone for guest to use during stay with all hotel info including F&B menu. The hotel is doing great job in-term of safety eg. Providing complimentary safety kit(mask and alcohol gel) in the room, online menu, temperature check in all outlets.
The view from the villa is so stunning! The cleanliness and maintenance was great. I love the idea that telephone is outside the villa and the staff always call for permission to enter the villa for the guest’s privacy.
During the new normal, they offer complimentary in villa breakfast or it can be at the Sand which we can order in 1 day in advance. They always serve it on time. The quality of the food is great especially egg white omelet and bakery(croissant chocolate is best...I still miss it). Dinning at the Sand and in villa dining was tasty with excellent service.
So many choices of Recreation programme, we tried gym, Zumba dancing, snorkeling, paddling board and spa. The service was excellent same as facilities.
Really love this resort, value the money, excellent and personalized service. Very well managed and well maintained...well done! Thank you again for this memorable experience!
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Remko Kroesen, Owner at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 15 Sept 2020
Dear Abbie_24_mie, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. It is a pleasure to read your review and to learn of the various aspects of your stay which were most memorable to you. I am pleased that you found your pool villa to be comfortable and perfectly-situated among our private hillside surrounded by the sounds of nature. It is great that you were impressed with the overall cleanliness and attentiveness to detail provided by your Villa Attendant. I am glad to read that your Villa Hosts, Pla and Moss, were able to meet your each and every need. I have already passed along your comments to them as well as our entire team to serve as added motivation for them to continue delivering the highest standards of service to our guests. It is great that you enjoyed our variety of complimentary activities on offer and that these complemented your dining and relaxation time to create a wonderful stay. Abbie_24_mie, thank you once again for choosing Banyan Tree Samui. I am delighted that you returned home feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated after your time spent at our Sanctuary for the Senses. It would be our pleasure to welcome you back in the future for your next retreat to tropical splendour. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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We spent 3 nights in a partial ocean view villa with private infinity pool. The location is absolutely stunning and the facilities are great. Our highlights were the view and the private breakfast delivered to the villa every morning. As most people stay in their villas most of the time the main pool and beach (beautiful private bay) were very quiet. Just a few minutes away by taxi to Lamai or Chaweng and with cheap little restaurants in walking distance, it allowed the perfect combination of luxury and local experience. Also make sure you try their signature Tom Yum and Tom Kha cocktails !
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from RemkoKroesen, General Manager at Banyan Tree Samui
Responded 19 Mar 2020
Dear Wombie82, Greetings from Banyan Tree Samui! Thank you for choosing our resort as your honeymoon destination. With peace and tranquility abound, our secluded location and private bay provide the perfect romantic retreat with your loved one. From the comfort and design of your Partial Ocean View Pool Villa to the variety of cuisine at our daily breakfast buffet to the convenience of our location between the hubs of Lamai and Chaweng to the signature locally-infused cocktails on offer to the friendly service from our entire team; I am delighted that all combined to create a memorable stay for you. Wombie82, thank you once again for staying with us. Congratulations to the both of you and I wish you all the best as you journey through life together. It would be our sincere pleasure to welcome you back for an anniversary or a future holiday. With kind regards, Remko Kroesen General Manager
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Sounds amazing! I am not sure about the orijentation of your Villa, perhaps hotel staff would be best to ask, but most probably sunrise 🌅 will be visible. I am sure you will enjoy it ☀️
Yes they do and it's private. There are about 6 cabanas and loads of loungers. The beach staff are excellent.
traveltheworld1984 asked a question Aug 2023
Dubai, United Arab Emirates124 contributions1 helpful voteWant to book a villa with kids (ages 9 months, 6 and 9 years) so i assume too many steps won’t be ideal however, I would love to have an unobstructed view of the sunset (ocean). Which villa type is our best option to book that has the best ocean view.
I took the welllness villa i think it was "B" was a great view.
Обратите внимание, что на нашем курорте нет вейксерфинга. Наши морские развлечения включают подводное плавание, каякинг, сапсерфинг, виндсерфинг и парусный спорт.
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PRICE RANGE
€432 - €679 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
banyan tree samui hotel koh samui
LOCATION
ThailandSurat Thani ProvinceKo SamuiMaretLamai Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
88
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banyan Tree Samui
Which popular attractions are close to Banyan Tree Samui?
Nearby attractions include Escape Break Samui (0.6 km) and Ao Thong Takhian (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Banyan Tree Samui?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Banyan Tree Samui?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Banyan Tree Samui?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Banyan Tree Samui?
Conveniently located restaurants include Silver Spoon Samui, Banana Leaf Restaurant, and tawaNN.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Banyan Tree Samui?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Banyan Tree Samui have airport transportation?
Yes, Banyan Tree Samui offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Banyan Tree Samui?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Banyan Tree Samui offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Banyan Tree Samui?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Chinese, Thai, and Tamil.