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Banyan Tree PhuketvsJW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Banyan Tree Phuket ranks slightly higher than JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa. Banyan Tree Phuket scores 91 with endorsements from 11 reviewers including Concierge, Oyster and Condé Nast Traveler.
Banyan Tree Phuket
Concierge
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
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
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
The Telegraph7.0
"This is one of Phuket's longest established luxury hotels; the most basic room is still a private villa with high stone walls and its own pool." Full review
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa Concierge
Frommer's Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Star Service
Rough Guide Fodor's
Lonely Planet Oyster Jetsetter
231 Moo 3, Mai Khao, Phuket 83110, Thailand
From $43/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Ultimately, the main reason to stay here is the away-from-the-fuss location. The island's longest stretch of undeveloped beach—Hat Mai Khao—is located just inside the park."
Frommer's "Relaxation. If ever a resort fully embodied this ethos, it is the Marriott." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler95.0
""The grounds make the words lush, spectacular, and creative come to life." For some, the location on Mai Khao Beach is "so removed from everything else on the island"." Full review
Travel + Leisure "An elegant property that welcomes children, on the secluded Mai Khao Beach; the 3 restaurants were renovated in 2009. " Full review
Star Service "Located north of the airport, abutting a beautiful long white-sand beach, this classic Marriott is a large-scale resort tucked in between the Renaissance and Marriott's time-share interests." Full review
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Even picky eaters will find something here, with nearly a dozen outlets to choose from.
Rough Guide "Complemented by high standards of service, this luxury resort offers well-appointed rooms, a spa, two tennis courts and no less than seven restaurants."
Fodor's "Wow: this secluded resort offers the longest stretch of sand on the island and has spotlessly clean, luxurious rooms with impeccable classic Thai design." Full review
Lonely Planet "So big there’s a free shuttle to get around it, the Marriott wends its way around swimming pools and lily ponds along a steep light-gold beach – at night it’s lit by flaming torches."
OysterLuxury
"JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is one of the most luxurious resorts (with a price tag to match) in Phuket." Full review
Jetsetter "Family-friendly Mai Khao Beach resort with three pools, 11 restaurants and bars and an award-winning spa." Full review
