BANYAN TREE

location: Banyan Tree Resort and Spa located at Luhuitou Bay, on the southern coast of Hainan Island. The resort is just 30 minutes drive from Phoenix Int'l Airport and 5 minutes from city center. rooms: With 49 secluded pool villas set amidst a sculpted tropical lagoon, the resort is designed as an exclusive hideaway, a lavish escape from urban sprawl. The highlight, is the resorts two presidential villa complexes. Unprecedented in both scale and luxury, these will accommodate heads of state and their entourages, and cater to group of up to 50 in each private compound. The spacious and contemporary pool villas are constructed from local red clay-tiled roofs and black slate-clad walls, combining delightful Chinese details. The surroundings are fringed by palm trees and lotus ponds, enclosed in a private courtyard. Guests will enjoy bright airy vistas thanks to the use of glass, outside there are impressive lawns, outdoor showers and private jet-pools. restaurant: Saffron offers a creative approach for savoring piquant Thai Cuisine in a contemporary setting. Ming Yuen which translates into "The Bright Moon" is main restaurant for breakfast, prepared a hearty buffet ranging from European dishes to Oriental specialties. exterior: The spacious and contemporary pool villas are constructed from local red clay-tiled roofs and black slate-clad walls, combining delightful Chinese details. The surrounds are fringed by palm trees and lotus ponds. lobby: Lobby is on the whole 2nd floor equipped with library and business centre and resting area. general: It is a 5 star deluxe class spa resort situated in the beautiful southernmost city of Sanya in China. It is the first all pool villa resort in China, the resort is set to be another jewel in Banyan Tree's collection of properties; featuring a spa and hydrotherapy development, signature dinning outlets, and extensive conference facilities. (Feb08 IL)