{"id":7307,"date":"2025-11-05T19:56:10","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T19:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/global-travel-news\/fodors-selects-banyan-tree-krabi-as-the-finest-hotel-in-thailand\/"},"modified":"2025-11-05T19:56:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T19:56:10","slug":"fodors-selects-banyan-tree-krabi-as-the-finest-hotel-in-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/global-travel-news\/fodors-selects-banyan-tree-krabi-as-the-finest-hotel-in-thailand\/","title":{"rendered":"Fodor\u2019s Selects Banyan Tree Krabi as the Finest Hotel in Thailand"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\"Fodor\u2019s<\/a>Krabi, Thailand, November 6, 2025 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ The much-anticipated \u201cFodor\u2019s Finest Hotels 2026\u201d was announced last week, featuring the 100 \u201cmost incredible\u201d hotels and resorts in the world<\/a>, a prized list that included just 15 hotels in Asia, and only one in Thailand \u2014 Banyan Tree Krabi.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are proud to say that every single property on this list has been vetted by our team of editors and writers<\/em>,\u201d said US-based Fodor\u2019s, a major publisher of travel guides since 1949, noting that the selection process to narrow down the list to just 100 hotels was at times \u201cbrutal and fastidious\u201d.<\/p>\n

Fodor\u2019s Managing Editor Rachael Levitt said that each property is evaluated on its service, design, uniqueness, amenities, and overall guest comfort.<\/p>\n

Levitt, who personally reviewed Banyan Tree Krabi, said the resort is a place where \u201csustainability goes hand in hand with comfort and luxury.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThailand is famous for its hospitality, and the team here is exceptional,\u201d she wrote. \u201cDedication to the community is also a feature. Local cold-press coffee showcases an up-and-coming Thai industry. The gallery sells only locally created artisan goods, and the gorgeous restaurants\u2014Saffron, The Naga Kitchen, and Bird\u2019s Nest\u2014highlight regional delicacies alongside Southeast Asian fusion and international favorites in a stunning landscape.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n

Fodor\u2019s also highlighted Banyan Tree Krabi\u2019s unique location, nestled in the corner of tranquil Tubkaek Beach some 40km from Krabi International Airport, where the resort is surrounded by nature, facing westward towards limestone cliffs in the Andaman Sea, while enjoying the splendour of a verdant hillside as a spectacular backdrop.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo be selected by Fodor\u2019s as one of the 100 best hotels in the world<\/a> for 2026 is a great honour,<\/em>\u201d said Banyan Tree Krabi General Manager Ms Haruethai Maneerat. \u201cThis prestigious award is a reflection of our team\u2019s dedication to excellence and a tribute to the Banyan Tree brand.\u201d<\/p>\n

One of Banyan Tree Krabi\u2019s most outstanding attributes is its sustainability programme, a feature that was highlighted by Fodor\u2019s. Led by Sustainability Manager Ms Thepsuda Loyjiw, a marine biologist, the resort has consistently reduced consumption rates and has adopted eco-friendly practices towards waste management, recycling and protecting natural resources.<\/p>\n

One of the resort\u2019s chief projects is the establishment of partnerships with local food producers and artisans. One such successful collaboration is \u201cSouvenirs from the Sea\u201d, a partnership with local artisans who collect refuse from the beach and upcycle it into souvenirs such as tote bags, which are then put on sale at the resort\u2019s onsite boutique, Banyan Tree Gallery Krabi.<\/p>\n

The Fodor\u2019s Finest Hotels 2026 announcement follows the news in October that Banyan Tree Krabi was among a select number of resorts to be awarded Two Keys by MICHELIN in its annual appraisal of hotels across Thailand.<\/p>\n

The Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n

Banyan Tree Krabi has 72 pool suites and villas, among them seven two-bedroom options, one three-bedroom villa, and a majestic seven-bedroom Presidential Beachfront Pool Villa.<\/p>\n

Facilities include two restaurants and a beach bar, a beach club, a kids\u2019 club, a fitness centre, meeting rooms, and a rainforest-themed spa.<\/p>\n

ABOUT BANYAN TREE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Banyan Tree offers a Sanctuary to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul in awe-inspiring locations around the globe.\u202fRediscover the romance of travel as you journey to iconic destinations where authentic, memorable experiences await. An all-villa concept often with private pools, Banyan Tree provides genuine, authentic service and a distinctive, premium retreat experience.<\/p>\n

ABOUT BANYAN GROUP<\/strong><\/p>\n

Banyan Group (\u201cBanyan Tree Holdings Limited\u201d or the \u201cGroup\u201d \u2013 SGX: B58) is an independent, global hospitality company with purpose. The Group prides itself on its pioneering spirit, design-led experiences and commitment to responsible stewardship. Its extensive portfolio spans over 70 hotels and resorts, over 60 spas and galleries, and 14 branded residences in over 20 countries. Comprising 12 global brands, including the flagship brand Banyan Tree, each distinct yet united under the experiential membership programme withBanyan. The founding ethos of \u201cEmbracing the Environment, Empowering People\u201d is embodied through the Banyan Global Foundation and Banyan Management Academy. Banyan Group is committed to remaining the leading advocate of sustainable travel, with a focus on regenerative tourism and innovative programmes that elevate the guest experience.<\/p>\n

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Krabi, Thailand, November 6, 2025 \/ TRAVELINDEX \/ The much-anticipated \u201cFodor\u2019s Finest Hotels 2026\u201d was announced last week, featuring the 100 \u201cmost incredible\u201d hotels and resorts in the world, a prized list that included just 15 hotels in Asia, and only one in Thailand \u2014 Banyan Tree Krabi. \u201cWe are proud to say that every …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":7308,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[105],"tags":[2592,116,110,118],"class_list":["post-7307","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-global-travel-news","tag-global-golf-news","tag-global-travel-news","tag-news","tag-travelindex"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7307","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7307"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7307\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7308"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7307"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7307"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.top25golfcourses.com\/indonesia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7307"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}