CHIVA-SOM HEALING

Chiva-Som started life in 1993, when founder Boonchu Rojenastien demolished his beachfront holiday home to turn it into a sanctuary that was open to all. In 1995, what was originally a weekend retreat where his family and friends would relax, became a haven for the public, with Boonchu sharing his motto: “Above all, enjoy your life.” With the motto remaining at the forefront of Chiva-Som today, take some time out to escape reality and enjoy tranquillity at the retreat.  

The resort is a stunning sanctuary, an ocean-front paradise, designed to help guests return to the path of wellness. Split into four quarters (retreats, treatments, activities and nutrition) Chiva-Som combines the expertise of health practitioners and exceptional chefs, ensuring every aspect of your stay is of the highest quality. 

Your stay at Chiva-Som will be intricately crafted for you; taking elements from their six Wellness Modalities – Physiotherapy, Holistic Health, Nutrition, Fitness, Spa and Aesthetic Beauty – Chiva-Som will design the perfect experience for you. Whether you know your goals or need help establishing them on arrival, the resort’s experts will guide you throughout your stay as you indulge in a wealth of activities, from Aqua Box and Thai Chi to Yoga. 

With diverse but consistently restful options, even the accommodation is crafted to best suit your stay. Your stay in either the resort’s Thai Pavilions in the midst of tranquil gardens, or in Luxury Suites with their warm, natural décor, can be personalised from your bathroom amenities to your mattress, pillows and oil burners to make sure you feel completely at peace at Chiva-Som. 

Chiva-Som encourages a digital detox, so the likes of phones, iPads, Kindles and cameras are only permitted in guest rooms and the Library; it’s time to properly unwind. Moreover, Chiva-Som believe that personal wellness and environmental wellness go hand-in-hand. Through a wealth of practices, Chiva-Som ensures the resort functions responsibly and ethically, so you can fully relax throughout your stay knowing that Chiva-Som are playing their part in protecting the Earth.

The varied climate ensures there is never a bad time to visit Chiva-Som. The the warm season (March-June) enjoys high temperatures and April’s New Year festivities. The green season (July-October) can enjoy the occasional downpours, but results in refreshingly cooler temperatures. And November-February’s brings cooler climes along with the Loy Krathong festival. But no matter when you visit, each experience will be unique and equally special.