kamalaya koh samui holistic spa & wellness sanctuary thailand
Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa THAILAND
Opened in 2005, Kamalaya is a multi-award winning Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa ideally located on a beautiful beachfront location, overlooking the pristine southern coastline of Koh Samui, Thailand. Centred around a monk's cave that once served Buddhist monks as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat, Kamalaya's essence is expressed in its name, 'Lotus (kamal) Realm (alaya)', an ancient symbol for the growth and unfolding of the human spirit.
The resort is 45 minutes (approximately 25 km) from Koh Samui Airport, which has direct flights from Bangkok, Hong Kong, Singapore and Phuket, Kuala Lumpur amongst others.
Founded by John and Karina Stewart in 2005, Kamalaya’s unique approach to wellness combines ancient Eastern healing traditions with Western medical research to achieve life-enhancing results. The resort offers a range of wellness programs around Detox, Resilience & Immunity, Stress & Burnout, Yoga, Emotional Balance, Embracing Change, Ideal Weight, Optimal Fitness, Wellness Sabbatical, Corporate Wellness and Sleep Enhancement retreats.
The principle of synergy is an essential part of the Kamalaya concept; the holistic wellness services are at the core of the Kamalaya experience, and accommodation and other facilities are natural extensions and expressions of the concept and vision. Therefore, Kamalaya’s focus is not on individual services but on how the different treatments, therapies, activities, environmental aspects, cuisine and people come together to create a synergistic wellness.
The Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa integrates ancient and contemporary holistic medicine and healing traditions with a menu of over 70 services. Guests can embark on an individual wellness program, choose à la carte services or supplement a program with extra à la carte treatments.
There are over 60 certified wellness professionals at Kamalaya, including naturopaths, doctors of Chinese medicine, western medical doctors, registered nurses, nutritionists, life transformation experts, Ayurvedic and Thai therapists, fitness specialists and yoga, meditation and pranayama teachers.
Accommodation
75 rooms and villas are situated amidst ancient, granite boulders, streams and tropical vegetation, with existing rocks and trees as defining elements for many of the structures. Asian textiles and carefully selected art pieces combine with modern amenities to create comfortable, serene and elegant interiors. Nature’s restorative presence is felt through semi-open bathrooms, outdoor terraces and balconies, expansive windows and captivating views.
• 18 Hillside Garden View
• 6 Hillside Sea View
• 10 Suites Sea View
• 13 Superior Sea View Suites
• 2 Penthouse Pool Suites Sea View
• 1 Garden Pool Suite
• 20 Villas Sea View
• 1 Rock Top Pool Villa (2 bedroom, multi-floor)
• 1 Pool Villa
• 1 Beach Front Villa
• 1 Beachfront Pool Villa (1 bedroom)
• 1 Beachfront Pool Villa (2 bedrooms)
Dining at Kamalaya
Kamalaya’s food and beverage areas Soma Restaurant, Amrita Café, and the Alchemy Tea Lounge, all offer refreshment in open style interior settings with breath taking views.
Healthy Inspired Cuisine
At Kamalaya, the cuisine is an integral component of their holistic health concept. The menus reflect Kamalaya’s philosophy of healthy living and the celebration of different cultures, featuring fresh and healthy dishes with enough sumptuous twist to satisfy the most discerning palates.
Co-created by Karina Stewart, Kamalaya’s Co-founder and a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and the Kamalaya Chef, Kamalaya’s healthy cuisine is influenced by Karina’s wealth of knowledge in functional medicine and cellular detoxification. It is based on principles of Asian healing traditions, as well as the latest nutritional research.
The healthy, inspired cuisine is a fusion of Eastern and Western culinary traditions and menus include extensive vegetarian options as well as fresh seafood, poultry and lamb dishes. There are separate menus for those on Detox or Ideal Weigh t programs. Fresh juices, signature tonics, herbal teas and wines are also served.
Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa
Integrating the beauty of the surrounding environment into its design, the Wellness Sanctuary features open air treatment spaces as well as deluxe air-conditioned suites. There are over 60 certified wellness professionals at Kamalaya, including naturopaths, doctors of Chinese medicine, western medical doctors, registered nurses, nutritionists, life transformation experts, Ayurvedic and Thai therapists, fitness specialists and yoga, meditation and pranayama teachers.
Facilities include:
• 7 BIA and general consultation rooms
• 7 TCM rooms (consultations and treatments)
• 2 Ayurvedic rooms for Shirodhara
• 1 Thyroid assessment room
• 4 foot massage stations (manicure and pedicures)
• 25 General treatment rooms: 16 single rooms and 9 double rooms for consultations and treatments (3 of which have a private steam room)
• 3 Colonic rooms
• 4 Plunge pools, 2 steam caverns
• 3 Far infrared saunas
• 1 Prana Sala: 10 person capacity
• 1 Yoga Pavilion: 30 person capacity
• Padma Fitness Studio, Shakti Fitness Centre and 25m Lap Pool
Life Enhancement Retreats
In 2017 Kamalaya introduced small group retreats offering Life Enhancement Retreats designed to enhance its individual wellness programs and personalized health journeys. Guided by distinct wellness experts, their Life Enhancement Retreats provide a setting for guests to explore specific areas of interest in greater depth and benefit from the dynamic group energy and support network of like-minded individuals. Each retreat has been developed collaboratively with the retreat leaders who hold a deep appreciation for Kamalaya’s philosophy of holistic wellness, combining life enriching insights with carefully selected wellness treatments. All retreats are results-oriented and approach the integral wellness concept – of mind, body and soul – from a distinct perspective to create a unique experience that could only be delivered at Kamalaya.
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
World Spa & World Spa & Wellness Awards - Worldwide Health & Wellness Destination of the Year 2022
TripAdvisor Traveler’s 2021 Choice Award
Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards 2021
Destination Deluxe Awards - Wellness Retreat of the Year 2021
KINNARI GOLD AWARD - 2021 Tourism of Thailand Awards
Travel Play Live Readers’ Choice Awards 2021
Kamalaya Introduced State-of-the-Art Facilities in 2015
In the year of its tenth anniversary, Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa enhanced its fitness offering with a state-of-the-art modern fitness centre and 25 meter lap pool, a larger fitness team and an array of the latest equipment for cardio, resistance, strengthening, weight, Pilates and TRX training.
Giving Kamalaya guests a wider variety of holistic fitness activities. Daily options include various styles of yoga suitable for different levels of experience, Pilates, meditation, Pranayama, Thai Chi, Qi Gong, Fitball, Stretching, Suspension Exercises, Aqua Aerobics and more.
Kamalaya also added sixteen new superior suites more space and amazing views. The new suite building comprises three levels of Superior Suites with Sea View, one Garden Pool Suite and two Penthouse Pool Suites on the top floor.
All the new facilities were brought to life by the original team of architects and designers who were involved in the creation of Kamalaya in 2005.
These developments remain in line with Kamalaya’s original vision, ensuring that the essence of Kamalaya and the guest experience is not only retained, but enhanced.
Helpful links
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Contact:
Kamalaya Koh Samui
Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa
102/9 Moo 3, Laem Set Rd, Na-Muang,
Koh Samui, Suratthani 84140, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 77 429 800
Email: Reservations@kamalaya.com