The collection
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
“Thatched coral cocoon”
Secluded
Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul
“Namsan hillside urban sanctuary”
Quiet
Banyan Tree Dubai
“Minimalist beachfront retreat”
Central
Banyan Tree Phuket
“Lagoon pool-villa sanctuary”
Quiet
Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree
“Rainforest canopy sanctum”
Secluded
Banyan Tree Bangkok
“High-altitude wellness sanctuary”
Central
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Hotel
“Hillside onsen sanctuary”
Quiet
Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.