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Rendering of the Ubuyu, A Banyan Tree Escape – Image Credit Banyan Group
Banyan Group will celebrate the opening of its 100th hotel, Mandai Rainforest Resort, in Singapore this November. This milestone marks a significant expansion for the company, which has been increasing its presence across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
In addition to the Singapore opening, Banyan Group is expanding into safari hospitality with the launch of Ubuyu, A Banyan Tree Escape, in Tanzania. Scheduled to open in late 2025, the resort will be situated in Ruaha National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity, including large populations of elephants and lions. The initial phase will include six artisan villas constructed with local materials and inspired by traditional Maasai architecture.
The company is also marking its 20th anniversary in China, where it operates 33 hotels. New openings in China this year include Banyan Tree Zhuhai Phoenix Bay and Angsana Zhoushan. The company has also signed new agreements in Guangzhou, Xiamen, and Wenling.
In the Maldives, Banyan Group is celebrating 30 years of operations, with recognition from the Government of the Maldives for its contributions to environmental stewardship. The company continues to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia, with the opening of Garrya Mu Cang Chai in Vietnam and the upcoming Homm Mandaue Cebu in the Philippines.
Banyan Group is also expanding its retail presence through Banyan Tree Gallery, which now offers products on board China Airlines. In Europe, the company has launched sales for Banyan Tree Padilla Madrid Residences, its first residential development on the continent. In Southeast Asia, Banyan Tree Beach Residences Oceanus has launched in Laguna Phuket.
