Banyan Tree PhuketvsTwinpalms Hotels & Resorts
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Banyan Tree Phuket is the choice of most writers compared to Twinpalms Phuket. Banyan Tree Phuket ranks #2 in Phuket with positive reviews from 11 publications including Oyster, Concierge and DK Eyewitness.
Banyan Tree Phuket
Concierge
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Fodor's
Oyster
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33, 33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road, Amphur Talang, Phuket 83110, Thailand
From $263/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge "Between its resorts in the Maldives, the Seychelles, and here, Banyan Tree has nailed the fine art of lounging by the sea."
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If you're here to relax, request one of the 13 Spa Pool Villas.
Jetsetter "Flagship property of luxury hotel brand Banyan Tree in quiet Bang Tao Bay, with stunning pool villas and a world-class spa." Full review
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The resort has seven restaurants and bars, including Saffron, an award-winning traditional Thai eatery (don't miss the green curry or the snake head fish with black pepper).
Condé Nast Traveler "This resort, designed as a Thai village and built on rehabilitated wasteland, has "perfect, private luxury villas" that fringe a saltwater lagoon and the beaches of Bangtao Bay." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Phuket Island’s northwestern coast is home to this villa resort near Bang Tao Bay. Small-scale, modern buildings influenced by local architecture make up the accommodations." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Overlooking a lagoon, with an open lobby surrounded by water courts, this luxurious resort exudes serenity."
Star Service "This property consists of deluxe villas and a trio of airy structures housing public rooms, all unfolding across 400 hectares of landscaped grounds that were once a condemned tin mine." Full review
Gayot "Asia's original tropical garden spa is surrounded by coconut groves and blond beaches."
Fodor's "This is the place to head for when you're looking for a bit of pampering." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Banyan Tree Phuket is one of the larger five-pearl resorts in Phuket, with over 100 guest villas on sprawling garden grounds that can be difficult to navigate." Full review
Tablet18.5
"This bay is largely man-made, a once blackened and desolate former tin mine, reclaimed and repurposed, rather impressively, for environmentally-friendly tourism." Full review
Twinpalms Hotels & Resorts Concierge Star Service Oyster
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Road, Phuket 83110, Thailand
From $136/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "The 21 new residence suites at the Twin Palms hotel eschew the cliff-top isolation and fawning service of Phuket's poshest resorts in favor of a make-yourself-at-home brand of luxury."
Star Service "This ultra-modern spa resort is a fashionable fixture on Phuket's international social scene." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Twinpalms Phuket is one of the most stylish and party-focused five-pearl options in Phuket." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Frangipani flowers scent the grounds of this stylishly luxurious, adults-oriented hideaway within Surin’s dreamy honey-white beach." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Join the party at Twinpalms Phuket, which has a lush lagoon-like pool, sleek modern architecture and a dedicated team of beach butlers" Full review
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During check-in you choose a room scent (all made using natural essential oils); pick your favourite flowers (all white, ranging from orchids to jasmine blossoms); and plump for your preferred pillows (really interesting, with even a buckwheat option for the real eco-warrior guests).
Frommer's "The brainchild of a Swedish entrepreneur, this gorgeous Thai contemporary resort has sublime charm and cutting-edge style" Full review
Lonely Planet "This is the Audrey Hepburn of Phuket’s hotels – it’s classic yet completely contemporary." Full review
