One of the most popular shows in recent times, The White Lotus, is back with its third series, this time in Thailand. The HBO series sees rich guests head to the luxurious White Lotus resorts with trips often ending in dramatic scenes and a character's death. Since the comedy-drama first aired in 2021, the show has earned endless awards with stars including, Theo James, Aubrey Plaza, Jennifer Coolidge and Leo Woodall.
Following its release, The White Lotus has inspired many fans to head to similar resorts. New destination. New surprises.
New theme song. The season premiere of #TheWhiteLotus is now streaming on Max. pic.
twitter.com/cSUrM0103Z — Max (@StreamOnMax) February 17, 2025 Hotels.com and Expedia Group found that the trend of traveller's holidays inspired by shows like The White Lotus grows year on year by 16%.
Season two of the HBO show was set in the Sicilian oasis of San Domenico Palace, a Four Season Hotel. Following the second series, the hotel saw a 300% increase in searches and now Hotels.com is expecting series three to see the same interest for Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui in Thailand.
Helping travellers secure the best value stay, Hotels.com has found that September kicks off the lowest rates of the year, with nights starting at £1,085 before peaking into November. Now, Hotels.
com is helping fans of The White Lotus discover resorts similar but at the best value possible. 5 of the best resorts you need to visit inspired by The White Lotus View this post on Instagram A post shared by METT Bodrum (@mettbodrum) METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum Turkey Resort, METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum, is set in a private Haremtan Cove. The stunning hotel offers ocean views a private beach experience and a spa to round off any relaxing day.
The resort costs £250 per night via Hotels.com. Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza The Hacienda Na Xamena in Ibiza Spain is perfect for all types of travellers looking for peace with views of gorgeous blue seas and clifftops at every corner.
At the resort, you can sip cocktails at the rooftop bar while taking in breathtaking views. The resort costs £427 per night via Hotels.com.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hotels.com (@hotelsdotcom) Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas You can take a trip to Thailand and stay at the Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, whose neighbouring island is Koh Samui. The resort offers views over the Gulf of Thailand from the comfort of the all-private pool hotel.
The resort costs £236 per night via Hotels.com. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grace Hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection (@gracehotelauberge) Grace Hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection Set in Greece, Grace Hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection has a cliffside infinity pool with epic ocean views.
You can also try local cuisine at the hotel's ocean-view Varoulko Santorini restaurant. The resort costs £688 per night via Hotels.com.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts (@banyantreehotels) Banyan Tree Mayakoba Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Mexico is a great alternative if you're not already planning a trip to Thailand. Featuring a spa with Mexican and Asian traditions, you can get the best of two continents at this hotel. The resort costs £588 per night via Hotels.
com. Recommended Reading 5 of the best and cheapest UK city breaks you should be booking now Top 10 must visit holiday detour destinations for 2025 from Brescia to Waikato I went to Rhodes looking for love at the world's greatest hotel Hotels.com spokesperson Melanie Fish said: "At Hotels.
com we know that TV shows have a huge influence on travel and we are obsessed with helping travellers live out their dream trips." Adding: "We want to help them not only get the most out of their trips but find the best value time to stay". You can watch The White Lotus via Now TV in the UK.
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5 peaceful resorts like the White Lotus but without the drama you need to visit
Discover five of the best resorts around the world that are similar to The White Lotus but without the drama.