Anantara Thailand Resorts Named as Official Filming Locations Ahead of HBO Original 'The White Lotus' Season 3 Debut

Bangkok, February 14, 2025 – In anticipation of the highly awaited third installment of the HBO® Original series The White Lotus, created by Mike White, three Anantara Thailand resorts have been officially announced as filming locations for the Emmy®-winning series. 

In a media release shared by Warner Bros. Discovery, three Anantara resorts — Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, and Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort — were included as key settings for the fictional The White Lotus Thailand. 

Set along the pristine shores of Bophut Beach, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is one of the island’s most iconic resorts. Multiple locations within the property are featured as The White Lotus Thailand, including the signature Thai style lobby, security station and lush, tree-lined resort entrance, the employee parking lot and resort’s jewelry store. 

Occupying a lush site that was once a coconut plantation, the resort’s spectacular landscaping — including lotus ponds and a spa garden — was designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley. With architecture inspired by Southern Thai heritage, the resort offers an authentic experience of true Thai hospitality on the island. 

Situated on a peaceful stretch of private beach in Chaweng, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort masterfully blends modern luxury with Samui’s rich cultural history. One of the most distinctive settings in The White Lotus Season 3 is the resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, a breathtaking treehouse-style bar nestled within the branches of a 120-year-old tree. Announced as a key filming location for the bar scene, the lounge offers panoramic ocean views and draws inspiration from the island’s famous bird-singing contests, a tradition that attracts thousands of spectators. As guests sip handcrafted cocktails at sunset, the melodies of Samui’s avian performers create an unforgettable atmosphere.

Also featured in Season 3, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas has been designated as the setting for The Wellness Sanctuary, Spa, and Belinda’s Room. Nestled along the untouched shores of Mai Khao Beach in Phuket, this tranquil hideaway is renowned for its seclusion and luxury. 

With 183 villas and suites and an exclusive beachfront location, Anantara Mai Khao Phuket offers a setting of unparalleled privacy and sophistication—an idyllic backdrop for the unfolding drama of The White Lotus.

Filmed across locations in Thailand, The White Lotus Season 3 features the country's breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and stunning architecture to create a mesmerizing setting for the series’ signature plot twists and social satire. Each of the featured Anantara resorts embodies the essence of Thai island life, from the serene beaches of Koh Samui to the hidden luxury of Phuket’s coastline. 

Guests looking to experience The White Lotus first hand can book The Lotus Awakening Escape package, a four-night Phuket and Koh Samui retreat that blends hedonism and mysticism to awaken the spirit and elevate a sense of well being. The stay includes experiences at the three Anantara resorts featured on The White Lotus Season 3 and unique lotus-inspired activities that reveal the true heart of Thailand. 

Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort 

• Luxury accommodation for two guests 
• Full day 'Passage of the Lotus' experience for two, including lotus folding class, guided prayer at the resort’s spirit house, visit to the Big Buddha and Wat Plai Laem temples, the Chaweng viewpoint experience, and visit to the Elephant Kingdom shelter
• The 'Lotus Indulgence' spa experience for two, including a lotus foot ritual, body massage with white lotus oil (90 minutes) and lotus petal tea with lotus seeds
• Anantara’s signature Designer Dining 'Cocoon' experience on the beach, with a lotus-inspired menu

Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort 

One themed cocktail per person at The Singing Bird Lounge 

Eight-course set dinner with whimsical, themed elements at Tree Tops Signature Dining 

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas 

• Luxury accommodation for two guests 
  

• Half-day guided 'Phuket Exploration' tour, including stops at a Muay Thai stadium in Patong, Phuket Big Buddha and attractions in and around Phuket Old Town 
  

• The 'Lotus Awakening' spa ritual for two, including Chakra Crystal Balancing (90 minutes) and sound healing therapy 
  

• One 'Lotus Season' dinner experience at La Sala 
  

• One time cocktail at BUA Bar 
  

For more information on Anantara Hotels & Resorts or to book The Lotus Awakening Escape package, please visit www.anantara.com. 

About Anantara Hotels & Resorts

A luxury hospitality brand for modern travelers, Anantara has connected guests to genuine places, people and stories in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations since 2001. Each Anantara embraces the surroundings and culture of its destination to create unforgettable memories for every guest. From city to sea and desert to jungle, Anantara delivers heartfelt, Thai-inspired hospitality at its over 50 hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean. Anantara is part of global hospitality group Minor Hotels and a member of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty program.

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Minor Hotels is a global hospitality group operating over 560 hotels, resorts and residences in 58 countries, pursuing its vision of crafting a more passionate and interconnected world. As a hotel owner, operator and investor, Minor Hotels fulfills the needs and desires of today’s global travelers through its diverse portfolio of eight hotel brands – Anantara, Avani, Elewana Collection, NH, NH Collection, nhow, Oaks and Tivoli – and a collection of related businesses. Minor Hotels is rapidly accelerating its global growth ambitions, aiming to add more than 200 hotels by the end of 2026. Minor Hotels is a proud member of the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, and participates in the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty program.

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