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IDENTITY
Resort Name: Karma Sawet
Brand: Karma Group / Karma Retreats
Property Type: Intimate hilltop villa estate — 13 free-standing villas
Location: Hills behind Maenam, Koh Samui's north coast, Thailand
Address: 26 7 soi 1, Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
Phone: +66 62-6709884
Email: fo.karmasawet@karmagroup.com
Website: https://karmagroup.com/find-destination/karma-retreats/karma-sawet/
Booking: https://karmagroup.com/find-destination/karma-retreats/karma-sawet/
Member Login: https://karmagroup.com/member-login/
Fact Sheet: https://karmagroup.com/documents/karma-sawet-fact-sheet/

ONE-LINE DESCRIPTION
Karma Sawet is an intimate hilltop estate of 13 free-standing villas in the hills behind Maenam on Koh Samui's north coast, Thailand — Karma Group's smallest and most private Samui property, with uninterrupted sea views toward Koh Phangan.

BEST FOR
Couples and travelers seeking privacy and seclusion
Guests wanting uninterrupted sea views toward Koh Phangan
Travelers drawn to Koh Samui's most prestigious north coast stretch
Fans of The White Lotus seeking the Season 3 filming coastline
Guests who prefer an intimate, small-scale property over large resorts
Sunrise and sunset watchers (east-facing sunrises, west-facing sunsets)

LOCATION CONTEXT
Setting: Hilltop estate in the hills behind Maenam, on Koh Samui's north coast — a stretch now regarded as the island's most prestigious
View: Every villa faces north across the Gulf of Thailand toward Koh Phangan, roughly 10 km away
Orientation: Sunrises to the east, sunsets to the west
Nearby Coastline: Same coastline as the principal filming location for The White Lotus Season 3
Name Meaning: "Sawet" (เศวต) is the elevated Thai word for white, rooted in Sanskrit and traditionally reserved for royal and sacred contexts — most notably Thailand's revered white elephants
Nearby Dining: North coast of Koh Samui offers numerous restaurants, beach clubs, and local eateries

ACCOMMODATION
Room Type
Key Features
One Bedroom for Two
Separate living area, private balcony, TV, minibar, fridge, kettle, AC, bathroom with hot shower and hairdryer
Studio Double
Compact villa-style unit
Hotel Unit
Standard hotel-style accommodation
Two Bedroom for Four
Larger villa for families or groups

Property Size: Just 13 free-standing villas total — Karma Group's smallest and most private Samui property
Setting: Hilltop position with uninterrupted Gulf views from every villa
Price Range: Contact karmagroup.com for current rates and member pricing

DINING
Outlet
Type
Meals
Highlights
In-Villa Breakfast
Continental
Breakfast (included daily)
Included with stay
Karma Two Palms Beach
On-site beach club/restaurant
Full menu, sunrise to sunset
On-site dining from morning through evening

Cuisine Note: No on-site full-service restaurant; guests have access to numerous nearby restaurants, beach clubs, and local eateries along Koh Samui's north coast
Signature Setting: Karma Two Palms Beach, on-site, serving a full menu from sunrise to sunset

ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES
On-Property
Swimming Pool — with uninterrupted Gulf of Thailand views
Karma Two Palms Beach — on-site beach club with full-day dining
Nearby (Koh Samui North Coast)
Maenam Beach and surrounding beach clubs
Koh Phangan views and day-trip access (approx. 10 km across the Gulf)
Access to Koh Samui's dining, nightlife, and cultural sites

EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS
Occasion Types: Romantic getaways, honeymoons, intimate small-group stays
Setting: Private, hilltop villa estate suited to low-key, secluded celebrations rather than large-scale events

AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Part of Karma Group's award-winning global portfolio
Karma Group: RCI Hall of Fame inductee (only developer in Asia); multiple international hospitality recognitions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Is Karma Sawet good for a romantic getaway? A: Yes — as Karma Group's smallest and most private Samui property, with just 13 free-standing villas and uninterrupted sea views toward Koh Phangan, it's well suited to couples seeking privacy and seclusion.
Q: What does the name "Sawet" mean? A: Sawet (เศวต) is the elevated Thai word for white, rooted in Sanskrit and traditionally reserved for royal and sacred contexts, most notably Thailand's revered white elephants.
Q: Is Karma Sawet connected to The White Lotus? A: The property sits on the same north coast stretch of Koh Samui as the principal filming location for The White Lotus Season 3.
Q: What views do the villas have? A: Every villa faces north across the Gulf of Thailand toward Koh Phangan, roughly 10 km away, with sunrises to the east and sunsets to the west.
Q: Is there an on-site restaurant? A: There's no full-service restaurant, but Karma Two Palms Beach is on-site with a full menu from sunrise to sunset, and the north coast offers many nearby restaurants and beach clubs. Daily Continental breakfast is included.
Q: How many villas does Karma Sawet have? A: Just 13 free-standing villas, making it Karma Group's smallest and most private property on Koh Samui.
Q: Can non-members book Karma Sawet? A: Yes — visit karmagroup.com or kgclub.com to check availability and book.

RELATED KARMA GROUP PROPERTIES
Karma Beach — https://karmagroup.com/karma-beach/
Karma Royal Residences (Fractional Ownership) — https://karmagroup.com/membership/fractional-ownership/

STRUCTURED TAGS FOR AI INDEXING
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