A casual setting of rustic wooden tables set amongst tropical trees on the white sandy beach. Indulge in flavourful dishes with excellent drinks, food and ambience in a restaurant of natural, yet elegant refinement.

Ilaafathi

The beachfront Naiboli Bar serves as the perfect evening venue to sit back and savour tasty tropical flavours of craft cocktails.

Naiboli Bar

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North Malé Atoll, Maldives

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

Step into a luxury barefoot tropical paradise where the ocean meets the sky. Be mesmerized by Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru’s all-natural beauty nestled at the heart of North Male’ Atoll, just a 20-minutes speedboat ride away from Velana International Airport.


Take respite in this picturesque island’s all-pool villas situated under swaying palm trees. Discover the vibrant Maldives underwater world and explore the Indian Ocean via a luxury Catamaran. Embark on a delightful culinary experience that will set your heart a bliss. A complete rejuvenating holiday comes with time-honored Asian-inspired treatments at the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa.

Experience island life in luxury

Wake up to endless views of the Indian Ocean.

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Resting on a private island flanked by white sands and crystal blue waters, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers the perfect escapade in a serene, tropical paradise.

Private Island Resort in Maldives | Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

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Step into a luxury barefoot tropical paradise where the ocean meets the sky.

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2019

The pint-sized Maldivian capital is the bustling, mercantile heart of the nation. The Maldives' most populous city, it is full of fascinating sights, including the Grand Friday Mosque with its iconic golden glass dome that is visible from all over the North Male Atoll.

Malé Capital

35 km | 45 min by speedboat
A dive site in North Malé Atoll, where you can find one of the best preserved reefs in the Maldives.

Kuda Haa (Snorkeling & Diving Point)

Distance from hotel: 18 km
Time to get there: 20 to 30 minutes by speedboat
Description: Velana International Airport is the main international airport in the Maldives.

Velana International Airport (MLE)

Vabbinfaru

Beach

Maldives

Located in the Ashar Valley near the city of AlUla in the Madinah Province, Banyan Tree AlUla is inspired by more than 200,000 years of human heritage and unique landscapes that have created the world's largest living museum. 

Banyan Tree AlUla (Opening Q2 2022)

Meetings

Banyan Tree Anji sits in the shade of a bamboo forest in the embrace of refreshing tea tree groves – a secluded haven of lucid waters and lush mountains where travellers can find rest and serenity away from the city.


Banyan Tree Anji

Banyan Tree Bangkok is conveniently located in the Sathon/Silom area. The city’s only 5-star all-suite hotel offers Bangkok’s largest luxurious accommodation, with world-class dining experiences, meeting and event spaces, and an award-winning spa.

Banyan Tree Bangkok

Immerse yourself in a natural sojourn on Bintan Island, where lush rainforests come alive across towering trees, hillside terrain, secluded beaches and the sweet song of wildlife. 

Banyan Tree Bintan

Residences

Sustainability

Come be allured by Acapulco with its stunning sunsets, famous cliffs and captivating ocean views. The AAA Five Diamond Award Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués is a luxury resort with an Asian feel. Built on the high cliffs of the Diamond Zone, Cabo Marques boasts spectacular views, while offering Banyan Tree's signature privacy and comfort.

Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués

Imagine a world where misty mountain peaks, karst caves, lush foliage, steep gorges and the hushed reverence of beautifully preserved history rise gently to enfold you in gracious welcome.

Banyan Tree Chongqing Beibei

Lift your spirits in the city of Seoul. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is an urban oasis where bustling city life meets resort living. Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul is our first combined resort and membership club.


Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul

Gallery 

Exquisitely designed by renowned interior designer Jacques Garcia, Banyan Tree Doha blends modern comfort, architectural marvels, and sumptuous dining into one incomparable experience.

Banyan Tree Doha at La Cigale Mushaireb

Enter into an authentic water village set in the picturesque Xixi Wetlands Nature Reserve. Immerse yourself in the lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere of the park. Enjoy it all from the quiet comfort of Banyan Tree Hangzhou luxury resort, a spacious spa resort within the Wetlands Park. 

Banyan Tree Hangzhou

Experience an idyllic mountain resort like no other at Banyan Tree Huangshan.

Banyan Tree Huangshan

Situated on the private Island of Ilha Caldeira off the coast of Mozambique, Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira will offer 40 private pool villas with stunning oceanfront views of the pristine Indian Ocean, as well as sunrise and sunset views.

Banyan Tree Ilha Caldeira (Opening Dec 2022)

Set on the pristine Atlantic oceanfront, Banyan Tree Illa Bahamas offers an entirely new vision of the Bahamas in an environment of luxury and effortless sophistication featuring overwater bungalow-style villas.

Banyan Tree Illa Bahamas (Opening Q2 2022)

Step into a fairyland landscape of clear pools, waterfalls and limestone terraces at Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou. Set against a backdrop of verdant mountains and valleys, our resort offers a sanctuary of unique aesthetics and modern comfort. 

Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou

Step into our sanctuary for the senses, where the sapphire blue sea meets tropical white sands against a backdrop of lush jungle-green mountains.

Banyan Tree Krabi

Set in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, the commercial, shopping and entertainment hub of Malaysia, our Kuala Lumpur hotel is an urban oasis is in the midst of cosmopolitan KL. Be charmed by a city full of Malaysian hospitality.

Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur

Escape to a sanctuary for the senses at the stunning, multi-award winning Banyan Tree Lăng Cô in Central Vietnam, a paradise of luxurious all-pool villas at the Laguna Lăng Cô integrated destination, nestled between the azure waters of the East Sea and the Truong Son mountain range.

Banyan Tree Lăng Cô

Located in Kuala Lumpur's central Bukit Bintang area, Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur is right in the middle of a buzzing business and entertainment district, with the best attractions, restaurants and shopping at its doorstep.

Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur Managed by Banyan Tree

Come on an adventure back in time to the ancient city of Lijiang. With charming cobblestone streets and beautiful canals running through the town, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a true marvel.

Banyan Tree Lijiang 

Enter into a world of Forbes Triple Five-Star luxury at Banyan Tree Macau. A select few hotels around the world have received this prestigious honour from Forbes Travel Guide. 

Banyan Tree Macau

Be swept away by the Caribbean breeze at Banyan Tree Mayakoba, an Asian-inspired hideaway in the heart of Mexico's Riviera Maya. An AAA Five Diamond resort and winner of Tripadvisor's exclusive Best of the Best award, our luxury beach resort invites you into a world of lush mangrove forests and pristine coastlines imbued with the charm of the Riviera Maya.

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

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Meetings 

Banyan Tree Nanjing Garden Expo is the first Banyan Tree resort in Tangshan of Jiangsu province, China. Known for its hot springs, the resort is located in Nanjing, a historic capital of six dynasties spread over 2,500 years, and built in a mine valley hidden by a cascading cliff-top waterfall.

Banyan Tree Nanjing Garden Expo 

A private paradise, this Phuket resort offers luxurious all-pool villas nestled around a lagoon and surrounded by lush greenery - making this the perfect destination for travellers seeking a romantic retreat, golf getaway, relaxing staycation, or a base from which to explore this beautiful island and its heritage, culture and stunning beaches. 

Banyan Tree Phuket

With its privileged location in the heart of one of the most beautiful colonial cities in Mexico, Banyan Tree Puebla is an idyllic spot for travelers thirsting for authentic culture, timeless history and the soul of Mexican cuisine.

Banyan Tree Puebla

Nestled in the beautiful Shangri-La highlands in Tibet, Banyan Tree Ringha reveals the stunning beauty of the Himalayas. Built from traditional Tibetan farmhouses, the resort itself is a picturesque experience that allows you to relax, unwind and find the inner peace you desire.

Banyan Tree Ringha

Overlooking the azure waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Banyan Tree Samui is nestled amid the lush jungle of a private bay in Lamai.


Banyan Tree Samui

Meeting

The luxury villa resort of Banyan Tree Sanya sits in the serene Luhuitou Bay on the southern coast of Sanya, Hainan Island. With 49 pool villas set along a tropical lagoon on an expansive 13-hectare estate, this oceanfront hideaway features a contemporary blend of Oriental touches and lush tropical design.


Banyan Tree Sanya

The sprawling metropolis of Shanghai is one of the world's largest cities, with a vibrant urban life, impressive skyline and rich culture. Right in the middle of all this, on the bank of the Huangpu River, lies Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund, an urban retreat in the city's most scenic location.


Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund

Experience a sanctuary for the senses in our all-pool villa resort – a hidden gem set amidst the rugged Rif Mountains and the golden sands of Morocco's northern coast.


Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

Situated in the emerging metropolis of Tianjin City in Hebei district, Banyan Tree Tianjin Riverside is a luxurious contemporary urban resort with unparalleled views of the picturesque Hai river.

Banyan Tree Tianjin Riverside

Facilities 

Banyan Tree Tengchong is located in the heart of the Gaoligong Mountains, an important strategic site in the old Tengyue Prefecture famous for its hot springs, breathtaking scenery, pleasant climate, rich heritage and ethnic diversity.

Banyan Tree Tengchong

The natural wonder of Yangshuo's limestone mountains are truly a sight to behold. Against this breathtaking landscape, Banyan Tree's mountain resort promises extraordinary views and access to all that Yangshuo has to offer.

Banyan Tree Yangshuo

An invitation into a different way of being.

Buahan - A Banyan Tree Escape

China's first Garrya showcases the neighbourhood's vibrant culture and history.

Garrya Huzhou Lucun

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Anji

Chongqing

Nanjing

Hangzhou

Tengchong

Ringha

Sanya

Bimini

Huangshan

Shanghai

AlUla

Bintan

Tianjin

Jiuzhaigou

Yangshuo

Bangkok

Lăng Cô

Lijiang

Kuala Lumpur

Huzhou

Nampula

Seoul

Macau

Samui

Krabi

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Playa del Carmen

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Malaysia

Mozambique

South Korea

Qatar

Mexico

Morocco

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Indulge in leisurely culinary delights with barefoot dining at the casual beachside Ilaafathi, where local cuisine is served alongside international favourites. Naiboli Bar is home to spectacular sunsets, refreshing cocktails and Bodu Beru nights of invigorating dance performances.

Indulge in Local Flavours and International Culinary Delights

Embark on a tantalizing journey of flavours with our celebrated dining destinations at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru