Wellness Facilities

Integrating the surrounding nature into its design, the Wellness Sanctuary features open-air treatment spaces as well as air-conditioned suites. The Wellness facilities have been given prime position at Kamalaya, with rooms and areas showcasing the breathtaking sea vistas.

Herbal Steam Cavern and Ambient Plunge Pools

Kamalaya´s herbal steam cavern is equipped with an interior waterfall and exterior natural rock wall. Three plunge pools of varying temperatures are situated close by for cooling the body after steam session. All offer magnificent tranquil views of the coast, and are nestled amidst tropical vegetation.

Far Infrared Sauna

Far Infrared therapy provides deeply penetrating heat while maintaining a comfortable air temperature of 32-45 degrees Celsius. Use of far infrared sauna has many therapeutic benefits; it stimulates circulation, increases metabolism and burning of calories, and promotes detoxification to purify the body. Kamalaya´s facilites include 2 private wooden saunas and are equipped with speakers for ambient music during your sauna, and private outdoor shower, a sauna may accommodate up to 4 persons at one time if desired.

Yoga Pavilion

The Hilltop Yoga Pavilion is perched atop Koh Samui´s rugged coastline. This open-air, natural wood-floored space is perfect for yoga practice and for fostering a connection with nature. Nestled amidst giant, granite boulders and trees, the Yoga Pavilion draws in all elements of nature, offering a stunning panorama of the sea and outlying islands and mountains, and the perfect sunset view. Its capacity for yoga classes is 30.

Yoga Sala

The open-air, natural wood-floored Yoga Sala is nestled above the Holistic Spa is a meditative sanctuary for Kamalaya´s daily scheduled classes.

Shakti Fitness Centre

The Shakti Fitness Center is fully equipped with weight and fitness training equipment, where personal instruction in Strength Training, Functional Resistance Training, Pilates and other exercise modalities is available to complement your yoga practice.

Yantra Hall

Overlooking the sea, and encircled by majestic granite boulders and lotus ponds, the Yantra Hall was conceived as an inspiring venue for special retreats and events. Yantras are meditative geometrical diagrams. The Yantra Hall´s design is based on the Sri Yantra, an ancient Asian symbol of creation. The resulting enclosed space is an inspiring place for yoga, concerts and other events. Equipped with advanced audiovisual technology that includes video and sound recording, projector, screen, and technical support for presenting and documenting your retreat, it divides into two rooms to accommodate very large and more intimate meetings.

Dining Facilities

Dining areas all offer refreshment in open-style interior settings with views that make a sumptuous addition to any meal.

• Soma Restaurant
• Amrita Café
• The Alchemy Tea Lounge

Recreational Facilities

Swimming

There are two ocean-view swimming pools: a lap pool and a leisure pool.
Kamalaya opens onto a tranquil beach, with secluded stretches for bathing in both directions. The beach, as beautiful as it is, is subject to dramatic tide fluctuations, so swimming sometimes does involve a walk. But those who venture out are sure to enjoy the journey.

Art Gallery

Hosting exhibitions by some of the region’s most inspirational and talented artists, from the well known to the undiscovered gems. If you happen to be here when we have an artist-in-residence, you can explore your own creativity with art talks and classes.

Library and TV Lounge

Offering avenues for creative stimulation, contemplation, discovery and pure entertainment. An interesting collection of travel, cultural and educational documentaries, and an inspiring library of mind-opening movies, old favourites and comedy classics are available to watch in your room, or on the Library´s large screen TV.

Monks’ Cave

An inspiring place for reflection and meditation.

Cultural activities and events

From weekly cooking classes and Oolong tea sharing to monthly events, informative lectures and annual celebrations for Thai festivals and holidays.

Island excursions

Kayaking, cycling, boat trips, golf and tennis can also be arranged.

Creativity

An easel, paints and art materials may be brought to your room, in addition to mandalas for colouring. Mandala means ´sacred circle´ in the ancient language of Sanskrit. Colouring mandalas can be a meditation or simply fun.

Games

Chess and backgammon board games are available.