As well as the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, three properties belonging to the luxury resort chain Anantara on the island were also featured. Mai Khao Phuket Villa doubled as the White Lotus’ fictional Wellness Sanctuary and Spa. While the Singing Bird Lounge at the Anantara Lawana was used for bar scenes.

The breakout star of the series, however, could well be the lotus ponds and spa gardens of the Anantara Bophut (pictured). Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, they set the decadently dangerous mood of the series.

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