Banyan Tree Samui

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"A lotus flower floats in your villa's private pool, backed by unbeatable panoramic views of Lamai Bay. Buggies ferry guests around winding, steep pathways that connect the villas, private beach, spa, and elevated restaurant, The Edge. Villas rise from the peninsula in different shapes and sizes, but all come with a sea or garden view. In the family and couple villas, rainfall showers are big enough for two, and grand bedrooms open up to reveal private infinity pools. A wooden deck is kitted with beanbags to slump and watch the sun rise from the sea horizon. Spend the day on the private beach with kayak rental and private boat tours, or try afternoon tea at the beach restaurant. Visit between April and May and you might be lucky enough to watch resident turtle hatchlings make their way into the ocean. A visit to the spa is a must, especially for the hydrotherapy massage. The Rainforest treatment includes a steam room experience, followed by an ice-cold shower, and ending with high-pressure water jets focusing on the back muscles." - Chris Schalkx, Lee Cobaj