Luxury Hotelier - September 2007 - (Page 40) 40| Inspire Urban oasis by design Renovated treatment rooms bring serenity to Bangkok T he Banyan Tree Bangkok (Thailand) is perched sky-high amid the city’s bustling central business district. The hotel recently unveiled extensive renovations to its spa, with a focus on treatment rooms. Many of the 16 treatment rooms on the 19th and 20th floors feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling views of Bangkok. Seven new treatment rooms were added to the existing three double spa suites and six single spa suites. Ravi Chandran, managing director of spa operations, says the most important aspect of a treatment room’s design is that “each space is treated as an exclusive private refuge away from the bustling city life.” Each new treatment room is themed with a different color scheme, materials and lighting to create different ambiances. “The highlights of each of the treatment rooms are the big fabric accent wall and the romantic starry light depicting the night sky over treatment beds,” Mr. Chandran says. The three new grand spa suites feature steam facilities so guests can experience aqua-therapy treatments, including the signature Rain Mist experience. Couples and group treatments are growing in popularity. Mr. Chandran has seen more and more guests requesting treatment rooms for couples. “These days, visiting a spa is increasingly being included as part of one’s lifestyle, and not just some activity to be engaged in while on vacation,” he says. “Most visitors are busy urbanites who do not have time for a vacation but seek relaxing and private retreats within the city. Since our spa is designed to be an exclusive private spa refuge and a sanctuary for the senses, the romantic interior design and furnishings makes it a perfect retreat for couples looking for seclusion away from the hustle and bustle of stressful city life.” » BY HEATHER GUNTER BANYAN TREE HOTELS & RESORTS Luxury Hotelier | September 2007 | www.LuxuryHotelier.com http://www.LuxuryHotelier.com
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