Pool at Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape
The pool is widely praised for its stunning design and panoramic mountain views, though lack of heating across all villas remains a notable drawback for comfort-focused guests.
Recent reviews from 2026 (June–July) emphasize the spectacular scenery and mountain views [358464, 358676], while earlier 2025 reviews (August–September) flag the heating limitation [359972, 363029]. No clear improvement or decline trend, but the mountain view excellence appears consistently highlighted in the most recent feedback.
What the reviews tell us
Pool setting offers spectacular views of seven mountain peaks, delivering a visually impressive experience highly valued by guests [358464, 358676]
Thoughtful amenities including iced water and cool towels enhance comfort and guest experience [362939]
Pool water is not heated across all villa suites, limiting comfort during cooler parts of the day or for temperature-sensitive guests [359972, 363029]
Consistent praise for pool beauty and overall aesthetic design across multiple independent reviewers [363072, 361020, 361107]
Buahan's pool experience delivers strong aesthetic appeal, with multiple reviewers describing it as beautiful and set in one of the most spectacular settings they have experienced. The defining feature is the breathtaking view overlooking the iconic seven mountain peaks, which significantly enhances the overall ambiance. Amenities like iced water and cool towels add to guest comfort in the tropical setting. However, a consistent concern emerges around water heating: two separate reviewers specifically note that the pool is not heated across all villa suites, which can be a significant comfort issue for guests seeking warmth in the water or those sensitive to cooler temperatures. The heating issue appears to affect the villa pools specifically, suggesting inconsistent climate control across different pool areas or accommodations. This limitation should be weighed against the strong design and scenic qualities when considering whether the overall pool experience meets individual preferences.
The evidence
Representative quotes from 8 supporting reviewsThe swimming pool is breathtaking. Overlooking the iconic seven mountain peaks
The only thing I could have liked was that the pool was heated
it has to be one of the most spectacular settings we've ever swum in
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