Season 3 of The White Lotus was primarily filmed in Thailand, with the main location being the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui on the island of Koh Samui. This luxurious resort on the island's northeastern coast served as the fictional White Lotus Resort & Spa, featuring its pool villas, dining areas, and fitness facilities
. In addition to Koh Samui, filming also took place at several other high-end resorts and locations across Thailand, including:
- Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort, used for scenes such as the hotel driveway, lobby, jewelry shop, and pool areas
- Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas in Phuket, where bar scenes and wellness center shots were filmed
- Various natural and cultural sites such as Mu Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park, Ya Nui Beach in Phuket, Wat Pu Khao Thong monastery in Koh Samui, and other beaches and cultural parks in the region
Filming also occurred in Bangkok, notably at the Mandarin Oriental hotel, adding to the season's diverse Thai settings
. The production took place from February to August 2024, with the cast and crew enduring Thailand's tropical heat during shooting
. In summary, The White Lotus season 3 was filmed across multiple locations in Thailand, with Koh Samui's Four Seasons Resort as the central setting, supplemented by other luxury resorts and natural landmarks in Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok
