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Follow The White Lotus Season 3 Footsteps: Explore Thailand with HAUP

Updated: Jul 26

Dreaming of your own tropical escape like The White Lotus Season 3 Thailand?

Scenic collage of Thailand locations featured in The White Lotus, with tropical gardens, beach resorts, and palm trees.

Promotional poster for The White Lotus Season 3 featuring the main cast with a Thai temple background and jungle motifs.

Season 3 of the hit HBO series was filmed across some of Thailand’s most iconic and breathtaking destinations—from luxurious resorts to lively beach bars and cultural landmarks. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply looking for a cinematic route to explore, HAUP makes it easy to rent a car from local hosts and set off on your own adventure.



Let’s trace the journey of The White Lotus Season 3 Thailand and discover 10 real filming locations you can visit.





BANGKOK

The Gateway to Your White Lotus Experience


Front view of the historic Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok, surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery. Featured in The White Lotus Season 3.

1. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok


Step into luxury at this legendary riverside hotel where elegance meets Thai heritage. As featured in The White Lotus, the Mandarin Oriental offers a timeless setting with stunning views of the Chao Phraya River.



nterior of the Bamboo Bar at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, showcasing its vintage decor, jazz vibe, and iconic cocktail bar.

2. The Bamboo Bar


Located inside the Mandarin Oriental, this jazz bar is a classic. Bamboo Bar’s moody lighting, vintage design, and world-class cocktails set the tone for the show’s chic nightlife scenes.


🍸 Must-try: Order a Thai-inspired signature cocktail and catch the live jazz sets.





ISLAND VIBES

Beach Clubs and Full Moon Energy


Beachfront seating at Café Del Mar Phuket, with tropical decor, palm trees, and relaxed island vibes. Filming location for The White Lotus.

3. Café Del Mar, Phuket


This iconic beach club on Kamala Beach gave The White Lotus its stylish party backdrop. Chill poolside by day or join the sunset crowd for cocktails and music.



Colorful crowd at the famous Full Moon Party on Haad Rin Beach, Koh Phangan, lit up with neon lights and beach stages.

4. Full Moon Party, Koh Phangan


Yes, it made it into the series! Thailand’s most famous beach party was referenced and partially captured in the background of some nightlife scenes.


🎉 Experience it: With your HAUP car in Koh Samui, ferry to Koh Phangan and dance the night away under the moonlight.




HIDDEN GEMS AND

SPIRITUAL STOPS


Wat Khiri Wongkaram temple gate in Koh Samui, with a scene from The White Lotus Season 3 overlaid at the same spot.


5. Wat Khiri Wongkaram, Koh Samui 


A serene temple often overlooked by tourists, this location offered the show a peaceful contrast to beachside chaos. The mummified monk inside the glass casket is both humbling and deeply Thai.


🛕 Local Insight: It’s just a 30-minute drive from the main town of Nathon. A perfect cultural pit stop on your HAUP itinerary.




WHITE LOTUS RESORTS

Book or Just Visit


Aerial view of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort with beachfront villas, palm trees, and a serene shoreline featured in The White Lotus.

6. Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort


Used as one of the main hotel backdrops in The White Lotus, this beachside resort offers villas with private pools and panoramic sea views.


🌴 Travel Tip: Park your HAUP car nearby and explore the surrounding Chaweng area known for its buzzing night market.



Frontal view of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort with beachfront pool and rows of white sun umbrellas facing the sea.

7. Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort


With its beachfront dining and lush gardens, this location added subtle luxury to the show. Even if you're not staying, their spa and beachfront restaurant are worth a visit.




PHUKET

Final Acts of Luxury and Local Flavor


Rustic outdoor dining area at Ta Khai restaurant in Phuket with wooden pavilions, lanterns, and a beachfront atmosphere at twilight.

8. Ta Khai Restaurant, Phuket


This rustic beachfront eatery features real Thai home-cooked meals made from fresh local ingredients. A favorite scene was shot here for its intimate and authentic atmosphere.


🍽️ Don’t Miss: Their “catch of the day” grilled over charcoal.



Aerial walkway over lotus pond at Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, surrounded by tropical greenery and water lilies.

9. Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas


One of the final filming spots, this villa property is all about privacy, lotus ponds, and quiet luxury.


🌅 Perfect Ending: Wrap up your White Lotus tour with a sunset dinner here, or just stop by for a photo-worthy walk.




OFFBEAT ADVENTURE


Scene from The White Lotus Season 3 featuring characters inside Koh Samui Snake Farm, with signage and dim lighting.

10. Snake Farm, Koh Samui


Featured briefly but memorably, this quirky tourist attraction adds a bit of adrenaline and eccentricity. Watch skilled handlers charm cobras and pythons — if you dare.


🐍 Pro Tip: Pair this visit with a waterfall stop or coconut farm nearby to make the most of your driving route.





Ready to Drive

Your Own Thailand Story?


With HAUP, renting a car from locals is easy, affordable, and flexible. Whether you land in Bangkok, Phuket, or Samui, HAUP gives you access to real-time availability, no hidden fees, and freedom to explore Thailand like The White Lotus Season 3 Thailand cast did — on your own schedule.


🎬 Drive the story.

👉 Download the HAUP app: Click here

👉 Book via website: Click here



Black SUV with HAUP logo parked near the beach, with scenic sea view and mountains in the background.

Why Choose HAUP for Your White Lotus-Inspired Road Trip?


Traveling like the stars of The White Lotus season 3 Thailand shouldn’t come with complicated bookings or high rental fees. That’s where HAUP steps in — your smart and flexible car rental option in Thailand.


✅ Real Cars from Real People

With HAUP, you’re not renting from a traditional car rental counter. You’re booking directly from local car owners who maintain their vehicles with care — making every ride more personal, authentic, and affordable.


✅ Pick Up Anywhere

Use the HAUP app to find cars near airports, resorts, or even remote spots across Bangkok, Phuket, and Koh Samui. Select your preferred car model. Online booking 24 hours


✅ Transparent Pricing, No Surprises

We believe in fair pricing. What you see on the app is what you pay. No hidden charges, no last-minute upselling.


✅ Support Local Thai Communities

Every booking helps local Thai car owners earn extra income. So when you travel with HAUP, you're also supporting small entrepreneurs across the country.


Close-up of driver’s hands on the wheel with HAUP mobile app displayed inside the car.

🌏 Airport Car Rental Coverage Across Thailand

HAUP is available at major Thai airports, including:




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