Banyan Tree AlUla
Winner
Excellent Architecture
Architecture
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Details
Nestled deep within the Ashar valley, Banyan Tree AlUla features 47 new tented suites as well as public areas that include two gourmet restaurants and a luxury spa building. The signature swimming pool sits in a natural crevice in the rocks, reminiscent of the Wadis which appear at the foot of the cliffs during rain spells. The interior design is a modern interpretation of the Bedouin way of life. Spaces are designed to create an indoor-outdoor feel, to help guests feel connected to nature.
The Jury‘s Statement
In the Banyan Tree AlUla Hotel, spectacularly situated in a barren mountain landscape of the desert, guests stay in tents that are as spacious as they are luxuriously furnished, with a modern interpretation of the Bedouin lifestyle. The openness of the tents enhances the natural atmosphere. The pool in the spa area, which was built in a natural crevice, is also remarkable.
