If you watched The White Lotus Season 3 and found yourself more obsessed with the scenery than the scandal, you’re not alone. The real star of the show? The Four Seasons Koh Samui. I just visited, and—spoiler alert—it’s even better in real life.
First things first: Yes, you can get a reservation
This is the number one question I get, and the answer is yes. I was there in the low season, and it was blissfully quiet. At one point, I even had the entire pool to myself. Zero drama, maximum serenity.
This place is flawless
From the moment you arrive at the hotel, it feels like you’re in a movie : jungle-covered hills, a white-sand beach, and villas that seem to disappear into the landscape. The grounds are immaculate with not a single leaf out of place. Honestly, it feels like the location scout took one look at the property and said, “Well, obviously.”
Privacy > plot twists
Unlike the show, you won’t witness any explosive arguments over breakfast. Whether you're in a multi-bedroom villa or the one-bedroom infinity pool villa I stayed in (yes, spring for the pool), the privacy is next level. It’s the kind of place where you feel like the entire resort is yours.
What I loved most
- The spa: hands-down one of the best massages I’ve ever had.
- The jungle-meets-beach setting: pure tropical magic.
- The rooms: airy, spacious, and stunning.
- The bar: those lounge chairs by the beach bar? Unreal view, delightfully close to your next cocktail.
Nellie Insider Tip: Sign up for morning yoga the night before. It’s held in an open-air sala overlooking the ocean, and it’s every bit as dreamy as it sounds.
Stay put, trust me
The resort’s a bit of a drive from town, but honestly, you won’t want to leave. Nor do you need to. The food is exceptional, the service is seamless, and the boats are ready when you are. It’s the kind of place you settle into and forget the rest of the world exists.
Book it Nellie-style
Here’s how we’d plan it for you:
- Timing: Go in the shoulder season (April–June or September) for that peaceful, pool-to-yourself vibe.
- Villa Pick: The one-bedroom pool villa with beach views is worth every penny.
- Experiences: We’ll pre-book your spa treatments and sunrise yoga, and if you're up for it, a private boat charter, too.
- Flights & Transfers: Seamless, door-to-door. You won’t lift a finger.
- Special Touches: Want a bottle of rosé chilling by the pool on arrival? Already done.
So yes, White Lotus brought the drama, but in real life The Four Seasons Koh Samui is all peace, luxury, and a touch of island magic.