Minor Hotels has entered a hotel management agreement with Amal Group of Companies to open Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket, the first property of its Minor Reserve Collection brand in Asia, scheduled for 2031.
Location and Development Scale
The resort will be situated in Bang Tao, Phuket, just 250 metres from the island’s west coast shoreline. It forms part of the 33-acre Gardens of Eden integrated luxury living and wellness development, which also includes Etro Residences and Gardens of Eden Residences.
Facilities and Features
Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket will consist of a 100-key hotel and 210 one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences operated within the resort inventory.
It will feature a wellness centre exceeding 5,000 square metres. Dining options will include an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, an organic café, and a lobby lounge. The resort will be adjacent to a protected national park and close to Laguna Phuket and Phuket International Airport.
Design and Architecture
The resort’s design is by Martin Palleros of Tierra Design, reflecting the natural environment of Bang Tao while incorporating characteristics aligned with the Minor Reserve Collection’s ethos of elegance and individuality.
Official Statements and Strategic Significance
Omar Romero, Chief Development & Luxury Officer at Minor Hotels, described the launch as a notable milestone for the company and its
luxury brand strategy in Thailand. He highlighted Phuket’s status as a leading resort and wellness destination and expressed satisfaction in partnering with Amal Group to realise the project. Alexander Chuvalov, CEO of Gardens of Eden, indicated the development aims to blend luxury living, wellness, and nature. He emphasized confidence that the collaboration with Minor Hotels will create a unique offering for international travellers and residents.
Minor Reserve Collection Portfolio Expansion
Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket will expand Minor Hotels’ Minor Reserve Collection brand presence in Asia. Other properties in the collection include Hotel Palace Portorož in Slovenia, set to relaunch in early 2027; Dukes London,
reopening in the second quarter of 2027; and Aventora Resort Baía Formosa in Brazil, scheduled to open in 2028.
Scheduled Opening
The Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket is planned to open in 2031, marking Minor Hotels’ first Minor Reserve Collection property in Asia and supporting the brand’s expansion in the luxury hospitality market in this region.
