Island Developers and Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts have announced a partnership to introduce the first Banyan Tree first property in the Bahamas. Located just 48 nautical miles and a 20-minute seaplane ride from Miami, Banyan Tree illa Bahamas is set on 40 acres of pristine Atlantic oceanfront and Bimini bayfront properties.

The eco-conscious resort, designed by architect Chad Oppenheim, will consist of 50 keys and 54 luxury residences. Exclusively offering the first, authentic Maldives-style overwater bungalows in the Caribbean, the resort brings an entirely new vision to the Bahamas. Hotel suites include private terraces and plunge pools, a signature of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts.

Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio includes close to 50 properties across four brands and 24 countries. This will mark its first foray into the area, carrying with it the same level of luxury and refinement that has established it as a leading independent hospitality group across the globe.