Situated in Singapore’s Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree will open its doors to the public next month.
Guests have direct access to the nearby zoological parks of the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders, Bird Paradise and the upcoming Rainforest Wild.
Occupying 4.6ha, the resort has 338 rooms, including 24 tree houses, 11 one-bedroom suites and 72 family rooms. Guests who stay at the tree houses also have access to a private pool, while the rest of the resort guests can enjoy the rooftop pool, which overlooks the Upper Seletar Reservoir.
True to the Banyan Group’s design philosophy where each of its properties reflects the surrounding environment, the resort at Mandai incorporates biophillic design in every element from its architecture to interior design and amenities.
“We wanted to be part of the rainforest and eventually in the next couple of years when the new landscaping grows up we hope that there’s blurred lines between what is man-made and what is natural,” shared Glen Cook, general manager, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, at a media briefing today.
The resort is the Banyan Group’s first in Singapore and its 100th property.
“As Banyan Group’s homecoming property, we are dedicated to delivering unparalleled guest experiences synonymous with the Banyan Tree brand. From exclusive wildlife encounters in the parks right next door to rejuvenating spa treatments, every moment will be thoughtfully crafted to captivate the senses,” said Cook.
Sustainability is at the heart of the resort as well. All rooms are naturally ventilated with windows that fully open and and ambient room temperatures are regulated. Each room is equipped with an interactive display that shows power consumption levels and gives reminders when usage exceeds recommended levels. The flushing system in rooms is also powered by collected rainwater. All these touches have led to the resort achieving Singapore Green Mark Platinum status for being a Super Low Energy Resort.
The resort houses two restaurants – Forage and Planter’s Shed.
Planter’s Shed is an all-day dining restaurant featuring local and international cuisine, while specialty restaurant Forage offers a Trust the Chef menu and dishes made from daily sourced ingredients, including produce from the resort’s rooftop edible garden.
Another signature of the Banyan Group’s offering is its spa. Banyan Tree Spa at the Mandai Rainforest Resort creates an intimate sanctuary with spa pavilions and suites that seamlessly integrate with its natural surroundings. Three treatment pods and three treatment rooms are available.A range of skincare including hand creams, essential oils and toiletries will also be on sale at Banyan Tree Gallery, the resort’s retail store.
The resort’s 446m² ballroom seats 300, with its eye-catching ceiling designed after the rare Bridal Veil Stinkhorn. Nearby is a spacious bridal room for wedding delegations. Two function rooms that seat up to 40 people combined are also available.
For children, the Ranger’s Club offers a fun and educational play area, and the Wild ZooDay Camp takes those aged six to 10 on an immersive guided tour of Singapore Zoo.
