Minor Hotels has signed a hotel management agreement with Amal Group of Companies to develop Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket, Minor Reserve Collection. The project will mark the first property under the luxury collection brand in Asia.
Scheduled to open in 2031, the 310-key resort will be located in Bang Tao, Phuket, approximately 250 metres from the island’s west coast shoreline.
Minor Reserve Collection is a new luxury brand within Minor Hotels. It brings together distinctive hotels and resorts, with an emphasis on individual character and connections to their locations.
The Phuket signing marks the brand’s entry into Asia. It also forms part of Minor Hotels’ wider luxury portfolio expansion.
Gardens of Eden Phuket to Form Part of 33-Acre Development
The newly built resort will serve as the hospitality component of the wider Gardens of Eden development, a 33-acre integrated residential and wellness project.
In addition to the resort, the development will include Etro Residences and Gardens of Eden Residences.
As part of the project, Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket will comprise:
- A 100-key hotel.
- 210 one-, two- and three-bedroom residences operated as part of the resort inventory.
- A dedicated wellness facility covering more than 5,000 square metres.
- An all-day dining restaurant.
- Two speciality restaurants.
- An organic café.
- A lobby lounge.
Beyond its accommodation and dining facilities, wellness will be a central part of the resort’s offering. This will be supported by the dedicated facility spanning more than 5,000 square metres.
In terms of location, the property will sit next to a protected national park. It will also be within easy reach of Laguna Phuket and Phuket International Airport.
Tierra Design to Lead Resort Design
In terms of architecture and design, Martin Palleros of Tierra Design will lead the project.
According to the project announcement, the design will respond to the natural surroundings of Bang Tao. At the same time, the resort will incorporate the personalised service and guest experiences associated with Minor Reserve Collection.
Minor Hotels Expands Luxury Portfolio in Asia
Commenting on the agreement, Omar Romero, Chief Development & Luxury Officer at Minor Hotels, said the signing represents an important step in the company’s luxury brand strategy.
“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,” said Omar Romero, Chief Development & Luxury Officer, Minor Hotels. “Phuket continues to evolve as one of the world’s most compelling resort and wellness destinations, and we are pleased to partner with Amal Group of Companies to bring this exceptional project to life.”
Meanwhile, Alexander Chuvalov, CEO of Gardens of Eden, described the development as a project combining residential living, wellness and nature.
“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,” concluded Alexander Chuvalov, CEO, Gardens of Eden.
Minor Reserve Collection Portfolio
Beyond the Phuket development, Minor Reserve Collection is building its international portfolio with properties in Europe and South America.
These include:
- Hotel Palace Portorož, Slovenia, scheduled to relaunch in early 2027.
- Dukes London, United Kingdom, scheduled to reopen in Q2 2027.
- Aventora Resort Baía Formosa, Brazil, scheduled to open in 2028.
Looking ahead, Gardens of Eden Resort Phuket is scheduled to open in 2031. It will therefore become the collection’s first property in Asia.
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