Banyan Tree Resort offers guests all that they could wish for from a holiday in the Maldives. The brands saying of “a sanctuary of the senses” particularly applies to this resort as it is focused on relaxing and regeneration. Situated on a island that is only around 200 metres wide, it is surrounded by the vivid blue waters of the reef bound lagoon, complete with spectacular palm trees and an undersea coral gardens. The backdrop is set amid the hotel rooms which are inspired by the Orient and combined with Maldivian charisma. The hotel is 20 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport.

There are several different restaurants that the Banyan Tree offer to their guests, including varieties of Maldivian and International delicacies that are served in the Ilaafathi Restaurant, an informal location overlooking the beach. At the Sangu Garden Restaurant guests can enjoy freshly barbequed seafood along with themed buffet dinners. The restort offers the chance to enjoy a romantic dinner in the privacy of your own villa. At the heart of the hotel is the amazing Spa which offers Asian techniques given by Thai professional masseuses, where guests can choose from a list of different massages and beauty treatments. A variety of recreational activities are offered, such as ocean diving or snorkelling. There are also opportunities to go deep-sea or night fishing as well as other excursions, including sightseeing at Male, island hopping and seaplane trips.

The Banyan tree allows guests to choose from a selection of different accommodation which they feel will best suit their needs. The Beachfront Villas offer extraordinary comfort as guests are able to see the turquoise Maldivian Sea from a personal open terrace. The Jacuzzi Ocean View Villa give guests complete privacy to relax in their own open-air Jacuzzis. The Deluxe version takes this tranquil feeling to the next level as it enables guests to enjoy the luxury of a beach pavillion as well a private garden. Then there are the lavish Presidential Vilas which allow guests to enjoy a personal touch from the Maldives, including a chilled bottle of champagne on arrival. All villa types offer the following amenities: recessed sitting areas, four poster king size beds, step-down showers, air conditioning, mini bar, telephone, in-room safe and bathrobes.