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Kamalaya
Koh Samui, Thailand


Yoga, Healing, Detox & Wellness Retreat

About Kamalaya

Kamalaya is an award-winning wellness retreat on the peaceful southern coast of Koh Samui, Thailand. Renowned for its integrative approach to healing, Kamalaya offers transformational wellness programmes that draw on both Eastern and Western traditions. Set within lush tropical gardens and nestled among granite boulders and cascading streams, the retreat also features a serene private beach and a centuries-old meditation cave once used by Buddhist monks. This natural sanctuary provides the perfect setting for personal growth, deep healing, and lasting well-being. Whether you're seeking stress relief, detox, emotional balance or rejuvenation, Kamalaya supports your journey through holistic therapies, expert guidance, and a strong connection to nature.

Wellness Programmes at Kamalaya

Hotel Facilities

Kamalaya offers an inspiring environment for guests seeking space, time, and expert support to enhance their wellbeing. This award-winning wellness retreat in Koh Samui features exceptional facilities, including a 25-metre lap pool, multiple leisure and plunge pools, and 250 metres of pristine private beach. Nestled within tropical gardens and granite boulders, the setting is designed to promote deep relaxation and natural healing.
 

A key highlight is the centuries-old meditation cave, once used by Buddhist monks, which adds a spiritual depth to the Kamalaya experience. Guests can take part in a rich schedule of holistic activities, with daily classes in yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, pranayama, meditation, and beach walks, all encouraging mindful movement and connection.
 

The retreat also includes tranquil communal spaces such as a library, art gallery, and TV lounge. The on-site boutique offers a thoughtful selection of local handicrafts, wellness products, resort wear, and curated books, allowing guests to bring a sense of Kamalaya home. Whether you're here to rest, recharge, or reconnect, Kamalaya provides a nurturing space for transformation in the heart of nature.

Wellness Facilities

Kamalaya’s renowned Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa is the heart of its healing philosophy, offering a transformative experience that blends time-honoured traditions with modern integrative medicine. With over 70 wellness therapies and treatments available, the sanctuary is staffed by a dedicated team of more than 80 wellness professionals—including naturopaths, Traditional Chinese Medicine specialists, Western medical doctors, registered nurses, nutritionists, life transformation coaches, and expert Ayurvedic and Thai therapists.
 

Complementing the spa’s therapeutic offerings, Kamalaya also provides access to a highly skilled team of yoga and meditation teachers, fitness experts, and breathwork facilitators. This multidisciplinary approach ensures each guest receives a fully personalised programme, addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
 

Whether you're seeking deep detoxification, stress relief, improved energy, or emotional healing, Kamalaya’s holistic environment and expert care provide the ideal foundation for long-lasting transformation and renewed vitality in the serene surroundings of southern Koh Samui.

Dining

At Kamalaya, food is viewed as a vital part of the healing journey. The cuisine is thoughtfully designed to align with the retreat’s holistic wellness philosophy, blending Eastern and Western culinary traditions. Menus feature fresh, wholesome, and seasonal ingredients, with dishes that are both nourishing and flavourful—offering a balance of nutrition and indulgence.
 

Whether you’re following a detox programme, eating plant-based, or simply looking to eat healthily, Kamalaya’s menus provide a diverse array of options to suit all tastes. Meals are crafted to support optimal health without compromising on taste, making dining a key part of the retreat’s transformational experience.
 

Soma

Sanskrit for ‘food of the gods’, Soma is close to the main facilities and overlooks Kamalaya valley, offering spectacular views of the coast and outlying islands. Intimate tables are arranged throughout the two-level venue, in addition to a ‘community table’ where

guests may dine together.

 

Amrita Café

Translates from Sanskrit as ‘divine nectar’, and is located by the swimming pools at the edge of flowering lotus ponds, overlooking the sea.

 

The Alchemy Tea Lounge

Located above Soma Restaurant, The Alchemy Tea Lounge offers light snacks and a diverse range of elixirs, juices, medicinal herbal teas and infusions, and wine and beer for those guests not on detox. With comfortable couches and breathtaking views, especially during sunset, it is a great venue for guests to gather throughout the afternoon and into the evening.

Good to Know

In keeping with Kamalaya’s philosophy of mindful living, Wi-Fi is intentionally unavailable in common areas. This helps guests fully disconnect from digital distractions and immerse themselves in the retreat’s peaceful natural surroundings—encouraging deeper relaxation, presence, and genuine connection.

Location

Tucked away on the peaceful southeastern coast of Koh Samui, Kamalaya enjoys a secluded beachfront setting overlooking the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, granite boulders, and gently swaying coconut palms, the retreat blends harmoniously into its natural environment. This tranquil location provides the perfect atmosphere for rest, reflection, and holistic healing—ideal for those seeking to escape the noise and reconnect with themselves in nature.

Nearest Airport

Koh Samui (USM)

Transfer Time

45 mins

Check in/ Check out

2pm/12pm

Accommodation at Kamalaya

Kamalaya offers 76 thoughtfully designed rooms, suites, and villas, each immersed in the lush natural surroundings of Koh Samui. Blending understated elegance with modern comforts, every space is designed to promote tranquillity and rest. Whether nestled amidst the tropical gardens or overlooking the serene coastline, accommodations feature natural materials, warm tones, and open spaces that invite relaxation. Options range from cosy hillside rooms to spacious oceanview villas, allowing guests to choose the ideal setting for their wellness journey.

Offers at Kamalaya

  • Tropical Wellness

    • 10% discount on accommodation for stays 3+ nights for stays between 15 May - 31 Jul 2025 (valid for bookings made by 28.07.25) (full payment required at time of booking) (combinable with repeat guest discount)

  • Early Booking Discount

    • 10% discount on accommodation for stays 7+ nights for stays between 01.04.25 - 31.10.25 for stays made 60 days in advance

    • 15% discount on accommodation for stays 21+ nights for stays between 01.04.25 - 31.10.25 for stays made 60 days in advance 

  • Repeat Guests Offer

    • Stay 7 nights, Pay 6 (valid for stays between 01.04.25 - 19.12.25) (booking by 12.12.25)

What People Say About Kamalaya

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