Kamalaya Celebrates a Landmark Year of Global Recognition with 11 wellness awards in 2025

Kamalaya Koh Samui, the acclaimed wellness sanctuary on Thailand’s southern coast, continues to define excellence in holistic wellbeing, earning 11 international awards in 2025, nearly 100 prestigious recognitions in 20 years. These latest accolades solidify Kamalaya’s lasting influence and commitment to integrative health. Founded on the principle of balance between body, mind, and spirit, Kamalaya blends ancient healing traditions with Western scientific principles to provide transformative wellness experiences. Nestled amid lush tropical gardens cascading down to the turquoise Gulf of Thailand, it offers a nurturing environment where expert practitioners guide guests on journeys of renewal. This continued recognition reaffirms Kamalaya’s position as a global leader in meaningful, results-driven wellness.

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2025 has been a landmark year for Kamalaya as it celebrates its 20th year in operation, cementing its reputation as an authentic global leader in holistic health. The sanctuary’s signature Embracing Change program was celebrated at the Spa & Wellness Summit in Australia, receiving both Best Integrative Wellness Retreat in the People’s Choice Awards and Best Program as judged by experts. Its long-standing philosophy of personal renewal and emotional wellbeing was further recognised with Holistic Retreat of the Year at the Compare Retreats Luxury Wellness Travel Awards in Hong Kong and inclusion in The Sunday Times’ World’s 50 Best Spas, United Kingdom.

Kamalaya’s commitment to authentic, results-driven wellness has earned further international acclaim. It was named Holistic Healing Sanctuary of the Year at the Global Peace Hospitality Awards and ranked among the top two spas worldwide by readers of Condé Nast Traveller, UK. At the Destination Deluxe Awards, the sanctuary received multiple distinctions, including recognition for its innovative Brain Enhancement program, while induction into the Hall of Fame at the Traveller Awards and the title of Best Hotel Spa in Thailand at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific reaffirmed its status as a leading wellness destination in Asia.

Kamalaya has also been honoured as Best Spa Retreat - Asia by The Luxury Spa Edit Awards and named Spa Resort of the Year in the Corporate LiveWire Global Awards. It earned a spot in Oprah Daily’s 53 Best Spas and Wellness Retreats and was listed among the top wellness destinations worldwide.

Gopal Kumar, General Manager of Kamalaya, commented: “Celebrating 20 years of pioneering in the wellness industry this year, we are deeply honoured to be recognised with these prestigious accolades. This recognition reflects the dedication of our exceptional team, who cultivate an environment of holistic wellness and healing. It affirms the experiences we strive to offer — those that nurture true transformation and make Kamalaya the sanctuary it is. We are profoundly grateful for the meaningful acknowledgements and for the continued trust of our cherished guests.”

Through decades of dedication, Kamalaya Koh Samui continues to set the benchmark for holistic wellbeing, inspiring guests from around the world to reconnect with themselves and embrace a deeper, more mindful approach to health and life.