Banyan Tree Samui — an all-pool villa resort on a private bay at Lamai
88 villas, each with its own pool and a Villa Host, on a private hill above Lamai Bay, with Banyan Tree Spa and The Rainforest hydrotherapy circuit. Special trade rates through Explera DMC.
Banyan Tree Samui is an all-pool villa resort at Maret, on a private hill and bay overlooking Lamai Bay. It has 88 villas, each with a private pool and a dedicated Villa Host, about 30 minutes from Samui International Airport. Explera DMC works with Banyan Tree Samui as a partner hotel and holds special trade rates for agents.
Villas run from 130 sqm one-bedroom pool villas to 169 sqm two-bedroom family villas and a 316 sqm Presidential Pool Villa. The resort has its own beach with a house reef, a 50-metre main pool, seven dining venues and the Banyan Tree Spa with The Rainforest hydrothermal circuit.
Banyan Tree Samui at a glance
| Location | 99/9 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84310 — on a private bay above Lamai, Koh Samui |
|---|---|
| Villas | 88 villas, all with a private pool; one-bedroom, two-bedroom and Presidential categories |
| Getting there | About 19 km and 30 minutes from Samui International Airport; Lamai about 5 km, Chaweng about 15 km (resort's figures) |
| Check-in / check-out | 15:00 / 12:00 |
| Dining | Saffron (Thai), The Edge (international breakfast), Beachside Restaurant, Destination Dining, Lobby Lounge, Pool Bar and in-villa dining |
| Wellness | Banyan Tree Spa with 10 treatment pavilions and The Rainforest hydrothermal circuit, daily 10:00–21:00 |
| Events | 268 sqm of event space, meet and feed for 120, an Events Centre and weddings |
| Families | Kids' Club for ages 4–12, a Kids' Pool, babysitting on notice and two-bedroom family villas |
From one-bedroom pool villas to the Presidential villa
Sizes as published by the resort. Every villa has a private pool and a Villa Host; specific views depend on availability.
Pool villas
Deluxe, Partial Ocean View, Ocean View and Horizon Hillcrest Pool Villas, each with a king bed and garden or ocean views, for two guests.
Wellbeing & Royal Banyan villas
Wellbeing Sanctuary Pool Villas, with garden or partial ocean views, and the Royal Banyan Ocean Pool Villa.
Family pool villas
Family Deluxe, Family Ocean and Family Horizon Hillcrest Pool Villas with king and twin bedrooms, for four guests.
Presidential Pool Villa
Two king bedrooms and ocean views over the Gulf of Thailand, for four guests.
Dining, spa and resort facilities
Saffron
The resort's signature Thai restaurant, open for dinner, with performances of Menora, a traditional southern Thai dance.
The Edge & Beachside Restaurant
International breakfast at The Edge; beach BBQ for lunch and dinner at the Beachside Restaurant.
Banyan Tree Spa & The Rainforest
Ten treatment pavilions and a hydrothermal circuit of nine experiences; last Rainforest booking at 17:00.
Beach & pools
A private beach with a house reef, free kayaks, paddleboards, sailing and snorkel gear, a 50-metre main pool and a Kids' Pool.
Fitness, yoga & Muay Thai
A fitness centre open 06:30–21:00, free yoga classes and Muay Thai lessons with an in-house instructor.
Sense of the Sea
The resort's private speedboat for island trips, snorkelling and diving days.
Banyan Tree Samui in pictures
Photos and logo: Banyan Tree Samui (official media). Hotel details from the official website, banyantree.com/thailand/samui. Checked September 2026.
Selling Banyan Tree Samui to your clients
Banyan Tree Samui suits honeymooners and couples who want a pool villa and seclusion, and families who want a two-bedroom villa with a Kids' Club and a calm house-reef beach. The Wellbeing Sanctuary villas and The Rainforest make it a good base for wellness programmes, and the Events Centre and beach suit small incentive groups and weddings.
The villas climb a private hill, so check mobility needs before booking. Our Thailand DMC transfer team covers the 30-minute airport run and island touring. For more on the island, see our Koh Samui destination guide and the other Explera partner hotels.
Send your dates, room types and number of guests. The Explera trade desk replies with special rates and availability, usually within 24 hours.
Request Explera special ratesBanyan Tree Samui — asked before booking
Where is Banyan Tree Samui?
At 99/9 Moo 4, Maret, on a private hill and bay overlooking Lamai Bay. The resort gives Samui International Airport as about 19 km and 30 minutes away.
Does every villa at Banyan Tree Samui have a pool?
Yes. All 88 villas have a private pool, from 130 sqm one-bedroom villas to the 316 sqm Presidential Pool Villa, and every villa has a Villa Host.
Does Explera DMC have special rates for Banyan Tree Samui?
Yes. Explera DMC holds special trade rates with Banyan Tree Samui as a partner hotel. Rates depend on dates and villa type, so ask the trade desk for a quote; we do not publish prices.
Is Banyan Tree Samui suitable for families?
Yes. It has two-bedroom family villas of 169 sqm, a Kids' Club and babysitting for ages 4 to 12, and a Kids' Pool. One-bedroom villas take up to three people.
Can Banyan Tree Samui host events and weddings?
Yes. It has 268 sqm of event space with meet and feed for 120, an Events Centre and a wedding team. Capacities are confirmed with the resort on request.