Key facts
- Banyan Tree's first European resort, Mamula Island by Banyan Tree, has opened in Montenegro.
- The resort is located on a restored 19th-century fortress in the Bay of Kotor.
- It features 32 guest rooms and suites, a spa, and various dining options.
- Room rates start at an average of €1,727 per night, excluding taxes and fees.
- Guests can access the resort via Tivat International Airport with boat or helicopter transfers.
Banyan Tree has launched its inaugural European resort on Mamula Island, Montenegro, transforming a historic 19th-century fortress into a luxury destination. The secluded islet in the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor now houses the 32-key Mamula Island by Banyan Tree resort, which took seven years to restore.
The resort meticulously preserves the fortress's original character while incorporating contemporary luxury elements. Design influences include mid-century aesthetics, natural stone, aged brass, solid oak, and local artisanal traditions in pottery and joinery. The resort offers various guest rooms and three suite categories, each designed to maximize views of the Adriatic Sea.
Accommodations start at an average of €1,727 per night, excluding taxes and fees. The Adriatic Balcony Room, for instance, accommodates two guests and includes access to a shared garden, a stargazing telescope, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a private cinema.
Dining at Mamula Island focuses on seasonal Montenegrin ingredients, with fresh seafood and local produce. The Parasol restaurant offers crudo dishes, Kamena Restaurant highlights local land-based flavors, and Celeste provides relaxed outdoor dining with Italian, Caribbean, and Levantine influences.
The Banyan Tree Spa, situated within the fortress tower, utilizes local natural elements and offers Finnish and herbal saunas, a steam room, and various healing therapies. For active guests, the resort provides opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, and water biking, as well as curated excursions to nearby attractions like Kotor Old Town and the Blue Cave.