Banyan Group enters 2026 following a year of portfolio growth, bringing its global footprint to 100 hotels and resorts, more than 140 spas and galleries, and over 20 branded residences across more than 20 countries, as the group continues to add new properties across multiple markets.
In Africa, the group will enter safari hospitality with the opening of Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape in Tanzania, marking its debut in East Africa. In West Africa, Dhawa Ouidah is scheduled to open in Benin. In the Caribbean, Banyan Group will establish its presence in the Dominican Republic with Angsana Cap Cana and Cassia Punta Cana.
In Europe, Mamula Island by Banyan Tree in Montenegro is set to reopen for the 2026 season following design updates and the expansion of dining, spa and well-being offerings.
Across Asia and the Middle East, the group will continue to expand its portfolio with openings including Banyan Tree Guangzhou Jiulong Lake and Banyan Tree Mount Emei in China, Angsana Ashar Valley Tents in Saudi Arabia, Angsana Bogor in Indonesia, Garrya Danang in Vietnam, and several Homm properties across the Philippines, China and Indonesia. Folio Bogor in Indonesia will become the group’s second Folio hotel globally.
In 2026, Banyan Group will extend its wellness-led Banyan Tree Connections programme to additional resorts across Asia, the Middle East and Vietnam, following earlier launches in China, the Maldives, Mexico and Thailand.
A key milestone in 2025 was the opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore, the group’s 100th resort. The accompanying Rainforest Festival attracted more than 4,000 visitors and raised more than S$600,000 (US$468,000) for charitable causes. During the year, the group also expanded its branded residences portfolio, launched its first residential project in Europe, and continued environmental and community initiatives across its markets.
“Crossing the 100-resort milestone marks a new chapter for Banyan Group as we build on our legacy by expanding into new and meaningful markets, strengthening our brands, and deepening our focus on wellbeing-led and regenerative travel,” said Eddy See, president and chief executive of Banyan Group.
“Guided by purpose-driven growth, design-led experiences, and responsible stewardship, we remain committed to creating long-term value for destinations, partners, and communities as we expand into new parts of Africa and the Caribbean.
