Corfu, Greece – June 17, 2021 – Banyan Tree Group, the world-renowned hospitality brand known for pioneering the pool villa concept and sustainable luxury, continues its global expansion today with the opening of its first flagship property in Europe, Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa. Set on an idyllic hilltop estate in Corfu’s Akra Punta bay, near Benitses Village, the new luxury resort debuts with a collection of 159 contemporary guest rooms, suites and 37 one to four-bedroom pool villas. Each pool villa is meant to evoke the feeling of an authentic, and private Corfu home with outdoor pavilions, terracotta rooftops and private pools.
Boasting 360-degree views of the picturesque turquoise waters of the Benitses Bay, Angsana Corfu offers a Mediterranean sanctuary for travelers with grounds that are surrounded by lush green, mountainous landscapes, Mediterranean gardens and olive tree groves. The resort sits in close vicinity to the historic Achilleion Palace, once quarters to the famed Empress Sisi of Austria, the exotic Paxi and Antipaxi islets and a seven-mile drive away from the old town of Corfu, a UNESCO World Heritage site with its historic Old and New fortress.
“After a challenging year for the travel industry, we are grateful and excited for the grand opening of the first resort by Banyan Tree Group in Europe, with the addition of Angsana Corfu,” said Sergio Serra, AVP and Regional Director of Sales & Marketing for The Americas, Europe, Middle East & Africa at Banyan Tree Group. “Corfu in the Ionian Islands is an ideal destination for us to open our newest sanctuary, given its onus on environmentalism, wellness and an incredibly vibrant local culture.”
An experience-driven luxury retreat, Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa’s main features include:
- Culinary: A total of 10 food and beverage venues including foursignature restaurants and seven bars with outdoor terraces overlooking a panorama of far-reaching sea views and the Corfu countryside. The resort’s three main dining venues include: Botrini’s, the long-awaited Greek fine-dining destination curated by Michelin-starred Chef Ettore Botrini, Koh, a trendy Asian fusion restaurant, Ruen Romsai, the contemporary all-day restaurant, serving international favorites and Sofrito, a contemporary tavern with a wide selection of Corfiot & Greek flavors, fresh fish and varieties of Greek vineyard. Guests can also opt for room service or one of Banyan Tree’s trademarked private destination dining experiences – from a chef curated mountaintop picnic to a fun beach barbecue – all using fresh, local produce and ingredients unique to Corfu.
- Angsana Spa: Prioritizing mental and physical wellbeing for guests, Angsana Corfu will serve as a true wellness sanctuary with the opening of the award-winning Angsana Spa, encompassing 11 treatment rooms overlooking the bay, a 25m indoor pool area and Juice bar, offering travelers an oasis for the mind, body and the soul. Angsana Spa fuses sustainably harvested, local and natural ingredients unique to the Greek islands with its signature Asian origins to create the ultimate sense of harmony, where East meets West. Other amenities include an outdoor infinity pool, a second indoor heated pool, an array of water sport activities, an outdoor yoga pavilion and a state-of-the-art gym with the option of curated personal fitness regimes hand-designed for each guest.
- Experiences: Along with Banyan Tree’s signature Rangers’ Club, a dedicated space for kids with a kiddie pool and endless activities hosted by professional educators and entertainers, guests also have the ability to book a range of day trip excursions to local sites on the island including the Achilleion Palace, Korission Lake’s unspoiled, protected land, The Governor’s Olive Oil Press, Bioporos Organic Farm and Nikolaos Mantzaros Museum of Music.
- Weddings and Events:A breathtaking seaview backdrop for weddings and corporate events, the resort offers six dedicated venues ranging from sky bars, rooftop terraces, indoor private boardrooms and ballrooms. A dedicated concierge is included when booking, to help arrange any size celebration.
“At Angsana Corfu, we hope to bring the island of Corfu to life with curated experiences for every type of traveler,” said Juan Carlos Cardona, General Manager of Angsana Corfu Resort & Spa. “Whether it be a couple interested in going olive oil tasting, a family with young kids yearning to ride Skyrian pony rides, or groups wanting to go stand up paddle boarding at Korission Lake, it is our goal to connect visitors with the vivacious culture that is so unique to this Greek destination.”
Per the guidelines from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control, Bureau Veritas has been appointed to apply all appropriate safety and sanitation measures to ensure the health, safety and peace of mind of all guests with our signature Safe Sanctuary protocol strictly implemented onsite. Starting rates begin at $195/night. For more information, please visit www.angsana.com/en/greece/corfu.
