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Banyan Tree PhuketvsThe Shore at Katathani
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, Banyan Tree Phuket scores significantly higher than The Shore at Katathani. Banyan Tree Phuket is ranked #2 in Phuket with recommendations from 11 reviewers including Gayot, Star Service and Fodor's.
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
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
The Shore at Katathani Star Service
Rough Guide Oyster
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
14 Kata Noi rd., Kata Beach, Phuket 83100, Thailand
From $245/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Views from throughout are magnificent, that is if you can peel yourself away from the friendly service that begins upon arrival with chilled towels and flower necklaces." Full review
Rough Guide "The sister hotel of the Katathani has its own spa, restaurant and infinity pool, and targets couples (no under-12s allowed)."
OysterLuxury
"The Shore at Katathani is an upscale, 36-room villa hotel that caters mainly to couples and honeymooners." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Shore complex is an ultra-luxurious, peaceful, private world of pastel-painted villas fronted by a luscious infinity pool practically on the beach." Full review
Frommer's "This all villa property is on a steep hill just south of the main resort, and aims directly at the romantic getaway market with its secluded, luxurious pool villas; in fact, no children under 12-years-old are allowed to stay here" Full review
