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Eighty-eight hillside villas, each with its own pool, above a private bay near Lamai on Koh Samui. The slope and layout favour couples and adults, and families with under-12s must sign a waiver. Snorkelling, windsurfing and a large Banyan Tree spa are on site; villas are listed from US$645 a night.

Banyan Tree Samui is an 88-villa resort at 99/9 Moo 4, Maret, on a private bay near Lamai on the east coast of Koh Samui, Thailand. It opened in 2009, and every villa has its own pool. The steep hillside layout makes it best for couples and adults; families with children under 12 can stay but must sign a waiver.

Distances to Lamai, Chaweng and Silver Beach

The Stone Turtle Cape viewpoint is 690 m from the resort and Silver Beach (Ao Thong Takhian) 750 m. Lamai Beach is about three minutes by car and Chaweng about nine. Samui Top Gun is 840 m away, Saman Muay Thai 1.3 km and the Lamai Golden Swing viewpoint 1.8 km. Crystal Beach is 2.1 km. Samui International Airport (USM) is about 17 km by road, around 27 minutes. Parking and valet are free.

Hillside villas with private pools

The villas climb the slope above the bay, many with sea views, and buggies carry guests between them. Each has a private pool of about 35 sqm. Deluxe, Partial Ocean View, Ocean View and Horizon Hillcrest Pool Villas measure 130 sqm. Royal Banyan and Wellbeing Sanctuary villas reach 155 sqm and add a heated outdoor jacuzzi. Two-bedroom family villas are 169 sqm, and the single Presidential Pool Villa covers 316 sqm.

The Edge and breakfast prices

The Edge serves the breakfast buffet, with Western, Asian and American dishes. It costs THB 1,300 per adult and child aged 11 to 17 and THB 650 for children 10 and under when not included in the rate. Hours are 6:00 to 11:00 AM on weekdays and until 11:30 AM at weekends. Saffron serves Thai cuisine, Sands sits by the beach, and there is a pool bar, a beach bar, a lobby lounge and in-villa dining.

Rainforest hydrotherapy and activities in the bay

The spa has 10 treatment pavilions and a Rainforest hydrotherapy circuit with a heated hydropool, sauna and steam room. On the bay, guests can snorkel, windsurf and play beach volleyball. A main pool with a children's wading pool, a gym, yoga sessions and a library are also on site.

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Deluxe Pool Villa

  • 130 m² · 1,399 ft²
  • 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Ocean View Pool Villa

  • 130 m² · 1,399 ft²
  • 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $750.00 / night
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Family Ocean Pool Villa

  • 169 m² · 1,819 ft²
  • 2 beds
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 3 children
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $1,000.00 / night
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Partial Ocean View Pool Villa

  • 130 m² · 1,399 ft²
  • 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Horizon Hillcrest Pool Villa

  • 130 m² · 1,399 ft²
  • 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Royal Banyan Ocean Pool Villa

  • 155 m² · 1,668 ft²
  • 1 bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Wellbeing Sanctuary Pool Villa

  • 155 m² · 1,668 ft²
  • 1 king bed
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Family Deluxe Pool Villa

  • 169 m² · 1,819 ft²
  • 2 beds
  • Sleeps 2 adults + 3 children
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Presidential Pool Villa

  • 316 m² · 3,401 ft²
  • 1 bed
  • Sleeps 6 adults
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  • Free wifi
  • Pool
from $645.00 / night
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Health & safety

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  • First aid kit
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  • Safety deposit box
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Hotel Facilities

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Restaurant Air conditioning Parking Spa and wellness center Family rooms Airport shuttle Room service Bar Fitness center Private beach

Beach access

  • Private beach
  • Beachfront

Location highlights

  • Restaurants
  • Sightseeing
  • Quiet area
  • Hill view

Facilities

  • Flat TV
  • Laundry and dry cleaning
  • Internet – Wifi
  • Swimming pool
  • Car park

Hotel Service

  • Hotel transport services
  • Laundry Services
  • Tickets

Great for your stay

  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • View
  • Spa and wellness center Additional charge
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Fitness center

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub

View

  • Sea view

Internet Free!

Free WiFi in public areas.

  • WiFi in public areas

Parking Free!

Free parking; valet service available.

  • Free private parking
  • Valet parking

Front Desk Services

  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Kids' club
  • Babysitting/child services Additional charge

Cleaning Services

  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Outdoor swimming pool

  • Opening times
  • Shallow end
  • Pool bar

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities

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Until 12:00 PM

Subject to availability: 50% of the day's best available rate from 12:00 to 6:00 PM, the full rate after 6:00 PM.

Cancellation and prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment terms depend on the rate booked; check the conditions of your rate before booking.

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Children and beds
Child policies

Children of all ages are accepted, but because of the steep hillside design the resort is not recommended for families with children under 12; parents must sign a waiver.

Children under 4 stay and dine free in existing bedding or a baby cot (subject to availability).

Children aged 4-12 stay free in existing bedding and dine at 50% off regular menu prices (except the kids' menu).

Extra beds cost THB 7,500 per person per night, paid at the hotel. The Octopus kids' club takes ages 4 to 12.

Pets

Pets are not allowed. No pets are allowed.

Deposit

A deposit of THB 3,000 per night is collected in cash or by credit card and refunded to the original payment method.

Location & area

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What's nearby

  • Samui Top Gun840 m
  • Saman Muay Thai1.3 km
  • The Lamai Golden Swing viewpoint1.8 km

Natural Beauty

  • Viewpoint · Stone Turtle Cape690 m
  • Beach · Silver Beach (Ao Thong Takhian)750 m
  • Beach · Crystal Beach2.1 km

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At 99/9 Moo 4, Maret, on a private bay near Lamai on the east coast of Koh Samui, about 17 km by road from Samui International Airport (USM).

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