Minor Hotels signed a hotel management agreement with Amal Group of Companies to launch the Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket, the first Minor Reserve Collection property in Asia, scheduled to open in 2031.
Gardens of Eden Resort Location and Development
The resort is located in Bang Tao, Phuket, 250 meters from the island’s west coast shoreline. It will feature 310 keys, comprising 100 hotel keys and 210 one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences, within the 33-acre Gardens of Eden integrated luxury living and wellness development that also includes Etro Residences and Gardens of Eden Residences.
Wellness and Dining Facilities
Wellness is a defining element of the resort, featuring a dedicated facility spanning
over 5,000 square meters. Dining venues will include an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, an organic café, and a lobby lounge. The resort is adjacent to a protected national park and near Laguna Phuket and Phuket International Airport.
Design and Strategic Importance
Martin Palleros of Tierra Design is the architect for the project. Omar Romero, Chief Development & Luxury Officer of Minor Hotels, stated, “Thailand is home for Minor Hotels, so introducing the new Gardens of Eden Phuket, Minor Reserve Collection to the kingdom is a significant milestone for our company and our luxury brand strategy.” He noted Phuket continues to evolve as
a compelling resort and wellness destination.
Alexander Chuvalov, CEO of Gardens of Eden, said, “Gardens of Eden has been conceived as a destination where luxury living, wellness and nature come together in a meaningful way. As the project enters this next phase, we are delighted to partner with Minor Hotels to introduce the first Minor Reserve Collection property in Asia. Phuket remains one of the world’s most attractive resort markets, and we believe the combination of Minor Hotels’ luxury hospitality expertise and the strength of the Gardens of Eden vision will create a distinctive offering for both international travellers and
residents.”
Minor Reserve Collection Portfolio Expansion
Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket will join Minor Hotels’ global Minor Reserve Collection portfolio. Other properties include Hotel Palace Portorož in Slovenia reopening early 2027, Dukes London reopening in Q2 2027, and Aventora Resort Baía Formosa in Brazil opening in 2028.
