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

Set on a site that was formerly a coconut plantation, the resort features landscaping, including lotus ponds and a spa garden crafted by the architect Bill Bensley.

By Priyal Dutta 17 Feb 2025 in Hotel Hotels

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Anantara Thailand Resorts Named as Official Filming Locations Ahead of HBO Original 'The White Lotus' Season 3 Debut — Lobby of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort

HBO's White Lotus Films at Anantara

With excitement building for the much-anticipated third instalment of HBO's Original series The White Lotus, created by Mike White, three Anantara Thailand resorts have been confirmed as filming sites for the Emmy-winning show.

Warner Bros. Discovery announced in a media release that three Anantara resorts — Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, nntara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, and Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort — are featured as important location—are important locations in Thailand.

Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort: A Tropical Paradise on the Silver Screen

Nestled along the shores of Bophut Beach, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is one of the island’s most renowned resorts. Various areas within the property appear as The White Lotus Thailand, including the Thai-style lobby, the security station, the tree-lined entrance, the employee parking area, and the resort’s jewellery store.

Set on a site that was formerly a coconut plantation, the resort features landscaping, including lotus ponds and a spa garden crafted by the architect Bill Bensley. Drawing on Southern Thai heritage, the architecture gives guests an experience of Thai hospitality on the island.

Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, located on a private beach in Chaweng, seamlessly merges contemporary luxury with the cultural heritage of Samui. A standout in The White Lotus Season 3 is the resort’s Singing Bird Lounge, a bar designed like a treehouse perched among the branches of a 120-year-old tree. Designated as a primary filming location for the bar scene, this lounge boasts ocean vistas. It is inspired by the island’s renowned bird-singing competitions, which draw thousands of viewers. While guests enjoy expertly crafted cocktails at sunset, the songs of Samui’s feathered performers enhance the memorable experience.

Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort: The Singing Bird Lounge

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

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas: The Wellness Sanctuary, Spa & Belinda’s Room

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, highlighted in Season 3, serves as the backdrop for The Wellness Sanctuary, Spa, and Belinda’s Room. Located on the pristine shores of Mai Khao Beach in Phuket, this retreat is famous for its exclusivity and opulence.

Anantara Mai Khao Phuket boasts 183 villas and suites along an exclusive beachfront, providing unmatched privacy and elegance—an ideal setting for the captivating narrative of The White Lotus.

*Lagoon at Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas*

Filmed in various locations across Thailand, The White Lotus Season 3 showcases the country's stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and exquisite architecture, providing a backdrop for the series’ hallmark plot twists and social satire. Each Anantara resort featured captures the spirit of Thai island living, from the tranquil beaches of Koh Samui to the concealed luxury along Phuket’s coast.

The Lotus Awakening Escape Package

For those eager to immerse themselves in The White Lotus experience, The Lotus Awakening Escape package offers a four-night retreat in Phuket and Koh Samui. This package combines indulgence and spirituality to refresh the spirit and enhance well-being. Priced from THB 23,000++, the stay features activities at the three Anantara resorts showcased in The White Lotus Season 3, along with exclusive lotus-themed experiences that unveil the authentic essence 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 see 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

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