Anantara Layan Phuket Resort announces that Layan Life by Anantara has been named the winner in the Spa & Wellness category at the prestigious AHEAD Awards Asia 2025, held in Singapore on 12th September.
Organised by Sleeper Magazine, the AHEAD Awards celebrate excellence in hospitality design and guest experiences across the Asia region. Layan Life stood out for its groundbreaking approach to wellness, blending advanced medical science with Thailand’s ancient healing traditions in a biophilic sanctuary designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit.
Designed by Martin Palleros, Tierra Design, and P49 Design Co. Ltd, Layan Life reflects the “Whole of Life” philosophy and the four elements of traditional Thai medicine. The retreat offers transformative wellness journeys such as Mindfulness for Life, Beauty for Life, and Active for Life, alongside à la carte treatments and exclusive memberships for ongoing care.
“We are honoured to receive this recognition from AHEAD Asia,” said Frederic Varnier, Vice President Operations, Thailand South for Minor Hotels. “Layan Life is a testament to our commitment to creating meaningful spaces that connect guests with nature and promote sustainable wellbeing.”
Layan Life’s innovative Life Method integrates diagnostics, physiotherapy, energy healing, and Thai Traditional Medicine. Facilities include cryotherapy chambers, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and custom herbal treatments, all housed in a purpose-built wellness center that merges luxury with holistic care.
“This award reinforces Anantara’s position as a leader in wellness hospitality and highlights the growing global demand for integrated, transformative travel experiences,” Mr. Varnier concluded.
For more information, visit https://www.layanlifephuket.com/ or AHEAD Awards Asia.
About Minor Hotels
Minor Hotels is a global leader in the hospitality industry with over 640* hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries. The group crafts innovative and insightful experiences through its hotel brands including Anantara, Elewana Collection, The Wolseley Hotels, Tivoli, Minor Reserve Collection, NH Collection, nhow, Avani, Colbert Collection, NH, Oaks, and iStay, as well as a diverse portfolio of restaurants and bars, travel experiences, and spa and wellness brands. With over four decades of expertise, Minor Hotels builds stronger brands, fosters lasting partnerships, and drives business success by always focusing on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners.
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