
Best Episodes Of The White Lotus
Best Episodes Of The White Lotus
(Overall Rating: ★ 8.0)Episode Ratings & Analysis
Discover the best and most memorable episodes of The White Lotus, from fan favorites to critically acclaimed moments. Explore detailed ratings, episode summaries, and visualize how the show's quality evolved over time.
Follow the exploits of various guests and employees at an exclusive tropical resort over the span of a week as with each passing day, a darker complexity emerges in these picture-perfect travelers, the hotel’s cheerful employees and the idyllic locale itself.
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Arrivederci
Albie asks Dominic for a karmic payment to help Lucia. Tanya grows wary of Quentin’s motives. Ethan confronts Cam.
That's Amore
Tanya and Portia embark on a whirlwind excursion with Quentin and Jack. Unsure what to believe, Harper gets real with Cam and Daphne.
Harper woke up and choose violence and I am here for it
In the Sandbox
Tanya and Portia spend a day with charming ex-pats Quentin and Jack. Harper is blindsided by shocking evidence from Ethan’s night out.
Aubrey Plaza 'bout to shit in Ethan's luggage
Episode 5
As things get wild during the Full Moon festivities, Rick visits an old friend, and Belinda shares her suspicions about a hotel guest.
> Gaitok: _it seems like you have my gun._ Tim: _No!!_ Gaitok: _Ok, no problem, sorry!_ How ...
Episode 8
Laurie, Jaclyn, and Kate reckon with their friendship. Timothy comes up with a shocking plan for his family. Belinda considers a deal.
The Lotus-Eaters
As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya’s focus to her business proposal. Paula grows increasingly disillusioned with the Mossbachers. A sidelined Rachel begins to question her future. Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.
* I haven't liked Paula from the beginning. I'm so done with the trend of performative 'wokeness' at...
Bull Elephants
While Daphne loops Harper into an off-resort excursion, Ethan and Cameron get in some bro time. Tanya seeks advice from a tarot reader.
HBO has created the most amazing advertisement for why our next vacation spot should be Italy.
Abductions
Ethan grows suspicious of Cam. Tanya gives Portia an opaque warning about Jack. Lucia helps the Di Grassos search for long-lost relatives.
When I was a little girl my mother used to dress me up like a little doll. And, I was always a littl...
Recentering
After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is further blindsided by an unexpected arrival. Just as Belinda begins to take her business proposition seriously, Tanya’s attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest. Meanwhile, Armond’s renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test.
Why am i still watching this show. Barley anything happens in the course of an hour to push the stor...
Episode 6
In the wake of the festivities, Laurie finds herself feeling deceived by Jaclyn, while Saxon tries to bury what happened the night before.
Saxon and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. This episode is the most that I've enjoyed...
Mysterious Monkeys
Stripped of his gadgets, Quinn reluctantly takes a scuba class with Mark, who’s struggling to process revelations regarding his late father. Hoping to reignite the spark with Rachel, Shane enlists Armond to help plan a romantic evening. Tanya leans on Belinda for support as she scatters her mother’s ashes at sea. Paula keeps a secret from a suspicious Olivia.
shane was so fcking disgusting flirting with the girls, they are probably 18-21, and for fcks sake h...
Departures
Rachel shares some harsh truths with Shane and confides in Belinda, who’s reeling from bad news of her own. As the Mossbachers turn the page on their harrowing scare, Quinn reveals major life plans. With nothing left to lose, Armond goes on an all-out bender – and exacts the ultimate revenge on his nemesis.
Armond deserved better. Season 2 should have Shane getting testicular cancer.
Italian Dream
Tanya enlists Greg to help her live out her perfect Sicilian day. Harper questions Cameron and Daphne’s claims about their marriage.
Jesus the Concierge is mean asf 😂 “Peppa Pig”
Ciao
Two couples navigate awkwardness, an Italian American family deals with a conspicuous absence, and Tanya arrives with her new assistant.
No can can convince me that _"When do I ever make things awkward"_ wasn't a line added specifically ...
Hide or Seek
Jaclyn looks for a different scene. Piper asks for Lochlan's support before sharing a life update. Chelsea finally gets Rick to open up.
Another one of those episodes that's better if you pay attention. If you scroll your phone and passi...
New Day
A cautiously optimistic Belinda walks a fine line with Tanya, while Armond brainstorms ways to deal with Shane. After her husband belittles her work, Rachel approaches Nicole for advice. Paula and Olivia lose track of their stash, while a revived Mark attempts to connect with Quinn.
My favorite character so far is the younger brother cause all he does is mind his business, eat nach...
Episode 7
Belinda brings Zion to Chloe’s expat party. Saxon confronts Tim about how strange he’s been acting. Gaitok and Mook have their first date.
Same Spirits, New Forms
As a new round of guests arrives at the White Lotus Thailand, Belinda settles in, Chelsea deals with a moody Rick, the Ratliffs go separate ways, and Kate, Laurie, and Jaclyn kick off a girls' trip.
> _“Oh this is so on brand for you. To be a victim of your own decisions.”_ Incest in a wealth...
Arrivals
As a new wave of guests arrive at the White Lotus, resort manager Armond tries to assuage an unreasonable Shane and his easy-going new wife Rachel, while spa director Belinda calms a grieving Tanya. Meanwhile, Nicole suggests her husband Mark distract himself from a health scare by spending time with their son Quinn, who’s been cast out by his sister Olivia and her friend Paula.
Nudity :handshake: HBO. That scene was horrifying and unnecessary. Not sure how I feel about...
Special Treatments
Timothy gets distressing updates about his business, Chelsea connects with expat Chloe, and Gaitok shares his feelings with Mook.
Can we take a moment to appreciate the cinematography and score? This show has an almost hypnotic ef...
The Meaning of Dreams
Jaclyn pushes the idea of a vacation fling on Laurie. Chelsea finds herself in a perilous situation. Gaitok worries about a reprimand.
Of course bitch face voted for trump. Interesting that each of the first 3 episodes featured one of ...
The Meaning of Dreams
Jaclyn pushes the idea of a vacation fling on Laurie. Chelsea finds herself in a perilous situation. Gaitok worries about a reprimand.
Of course bitch face voted for trump. Interesting that each of the first 3 episodes featured one of ...
Arrivals
As a new wave of guests arrive at the White Lotus, resort manager Armond tries to assuage an unreasonable Shane and his easy-going new wife Rachel, while spa director Belinda calms a grieving Tanya. Meanwhile, Nicole suggests her husband Mark distract himself from a health scare by spending time with their son Quinn, who’s been cast out by his sister Olivia and her friend Paula.
Nudity :handshake: HBO. That scene was horrifying and unnecessary. Not sure how I feel about...
Special Treatments
Timothy gets distressing updates about his business, Chelsea connects with expat Chloe, and Gaitok shares his feelings with Mook.
Can we take a moment to appreciate the cinematography and score? This show has an almost hypnotic ef...
Same Spirits, New Forms
As a new round of guests arrives at the White Lotus Thailand, Belinda settles in, Chelsea deals with a moody Rick, the Ratliffs go separate ways, and Kate, Laurie, and Jaclyn kick off a girls' trip.
> _“Oh this is so on brand for you. To be a victim of your own decisions.”_ Incest in a wealth...
New Day
A cautiously optimistic Belinda walks a fine line with Tanya, while Armond brainstorms ways to deal with Shane. After her husband belittles her work, Rachel approaches Nicole for advice. Paula and Olivia lose track of their stash, while a revived Mark attempts to connect with Quinn.
My favorite character so far is the younger brother cause all he does is mind his business, eat nach...
Episode 7
Belinda brings Zion to Chloe’s expat party. Saxon confronts Tim about how strange he’s been acting. Gaitok and Mook have their first date.
Ciao
Two couples navigate awkwardness, an Italian American family deals with a conspicuous absence, and Tanya arrives with her new assistant.
No can can convince me that _"When do I ever make things awkward"_ wasn't a line added specifically ...
Hide or Seek
Jaclyn looks for a different scene. Piper asks for Lochlan's support before sharing a life update. Chelsea finally gets Rick to open up.
Another one of those episodes that's better if you pay attention. If you scroll your phone and passi...
Mysterious Monkeys
Stripped of his gadgets, Quinn reluctantly takes a scuba class with Mark, who’s struggling to process revelations regarding his late father. Hoping to reignite the spark with Rachel, Shane enlists Armond to help plan a romantic evening. Tanya leans on Belinda for support as she scatters her mother’s ashes at sea. Paula keeps a secret from a suspicious Olivia.
shane was so fcking disgusting flirting with the girls, they are probably 18-21, and for fcks sake h...
Departures
Rachel shares some harsh truths with Shane and confides in Belinda, who’s reeling from bad news of her own. As the Mossbachers turn the page on their harrowing scare, Quinn reveals major life plans. With nothing left to lose, Armond goes on an all-out bender – and exacts the ultimate revenge on his nemesis.
Armond deserved better. Season 2 should have Shane getting testicular cancer.
Italian Dream
Tanya enlists Greg to help her live out her perfect Sicilian day. Harper questions Cameron and Daphne’s claims about their marriage.
Jesus the Concierge is mean asf 😂 “Peppa Pig”
Recentering
After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is further blindsided by an unexpected arrival. Just as Belinda begins to take her business proposition seriously, Tanya’s attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest. Meanwhile, Armond’s renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test.
Why am i still watching this show. Barley anything happens in the course of an hour to push the stor...
Episode 6
In the wake of the festivities, Laurie finds herself feeling deceived by Jaclyn, while Saxon tries to bury what happened the night before.
Saxon and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. This episode is the most that I've enjoyed...
The Lotus-Eaters
As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya’s focus to her business proposal. Paula grows increasingly disillusioned with the Mossbachers. A sidelined Rachel begins to question her future. Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.
* I haven't liked Paula from the beginning. I'm so done with the trend of performative 'wokeness' at...
Bull Elephants
While Daphne loops Harper into an off-resort excursion, Ethan and Cameron get in some bro time. Tanya seeks advice from a tarot reader.
HBO has created the most amazing advertisement for why our next vacation spot should be Italy.
Abductions
Ethan grows suspicious of Cam. Tanya gives Portia an opaque warning about Jack. Lucia helps the Di Grassos search for long-lost relatives.
When I was a little girl my mother used to dress me up like a little doll. And, I was always a littl...
In the Sandbox
Tanya and Portia spend a day with charming ex-pats Quentin and Jack. Harper is blindsided by shocking evidence from Ethan’s night out.
Aubrey Plaza 'bout to shit in Ethan's luggage
Episode 5
As things get wild during the Full Moon festivities, Rick visits an old friend, and Belinda shares her suspicions about a hotel guest.
> Gaitok: _it seems like you have my gun._ Tim: _No!!_ Gaitok: _Ok, no problem, sorry!_ How ...
Episode 8
Laurie, Jaclyn, and Kate reckon with their friendship. Timothy comes up with a shocking plan for his family. Belinda considers a deal.
That's Amore
Tanya and Portia embark on a whirlwind excursion with Quentin and Jack. Unsure what to believe, Harper gets real with Cam and Daphne.
Harper woke up and choose violence and I am here for it
Arrivederci
Albie asks Dominic for a karmic payment to help Lucia. Tanya grows wary of Quentin’s motives. Ethan confronts Cam.
homegirl was really 'bout to jump from one boat to another while wearing high heels 💀💀💀
Arrivals
As a new wave of guests arrive at the White Lotus, resort manager Armond tries to assuage an unreasonable Shane and his easy-going new wife Rachel, while spa director Belinda calms a grieving Tanya. Meanwhile, Nicole suggests her husband Mark distract himself from a health scare by spending time with their son Quinn, who’s been cast out by his sister Olivia and her friend Paula.
Nudity :handshake: HBO. That scene was horrifying and unnecessary. Not sure how I feel about...
New Day
A cautiously optimistic Belinda walks a fine line with Tanya, while Armond brainstorms ways to deal with Shane. After her husband belittles her work, Rachel approaches Nicole for advice. Paula and Olivia lose track of their stash, while a revived Mark attempts to connect with Quinn.
My favorite character so far is the younger brother cause all he does is mind his business, eat nach...
Mysterious Monkeys
Stripped of his gadgets, Quinn reluctantly takes a scuba class with Mark, who’s struggling to process revelations regarding his late father. Hoping to reignite the spark with Rachel, Shane enlists Armond to help plan a romantic evening. Tanya leans on Belinda for support as she scatters her mother’s ashes at sea. Paula keeps a secret from a suspicious Olivia.
shane was so fcking disgusting flirting with the girls, they are probably 18-21, and for fcks sake h...
Recentering
After Shane shoots down her latest career plans, Rachel is further blindsided by an unexpected arrival. Just as Belinda begins to take her business proposition seriously, Tanya’s attention turns to an intriguing hotel guest. Meanwhile, Armond’s renewed commitment to sobriety is put to the test.
Why am i still watching this show. Barley anything happens in the course of an hour to push the stor...
The Lotus-Eaters
As Armond attempts to do damage control, Belinda tries to redirect Tanya’s focus to her business proposal. Paula grows increasingly disillusioned with the Mossbachers. A sidelined Rachel begins to question her future. Nicole rebuffs Mark for airing their dirty laundry to Quinn.
* I haven't liked Paula from the beginning. I'm so done with the trend of performative 'wokeness' at...
Departures
Rachel shares some harsh truths with Shane and confides in Belinda, who’s reeling from bad news of her own. As the Mossbachers turn the page on their harrowing scare, Quinn reveals major life plans. With nothing left to lose, Armond goes on an all-out bender – and exacts the ultimate revenge on his nemesis.
Armond deserved better. Season 2 should have Shane getting testicular cancer.
Ciao
Two couples navigate awkwardness, an Italian American family deals with a conspicuous absence, and Tanya arrives with her new assistant.
No can can convince me that _"When do I ever make things awkward"_ wasn't a line added specifically ...
Italian Dream
Tanya enlists Greg to help her live out her perfect Sicilian day. Harper questions Cameron and Daphne’s claims about their marriage.
Jesus the Concierge is mean asf 😂 “Peppa Pig”
Bull Elephants
While Daphne loops Harper into an off-resort excursion, Ethan and Cameron get in some bro time. Tanya seeks advice from a tarot reader.
HBO has created the most amazing advertisement for why our next vacation spot should be Italy.
In the Sandbox
Tanya and Portia spend a day with charming ex-pats Quentin and Jack. Harper is blindsided by shocking evidence from Ethan’s night out.
Aubrey Plaza 'bout to shit in Ethan's luggage
That's Amore
Tanya and Portia embark on a whirlwind excursion with Quentin and Jack. Unsure what to believe, Harper gets real with Cam and Daphne.
Harper woke up and choose violence and I am here for it
Abductions
Ethan grows suspicious of Cam. Tanya gives Portia an opaque warning about Jack. Lucia helps the Di Grassos search for long-lost relatives.
When I was a little girl my mother used to dress me up like a little doll. And, I was always a littl...
Arrivederci
Albie asks Dominic for a karmic payment to help Lucia. Tanya grows wary of Quentin’s motives. Ethan confronts Cam.
homegirl was really 'bout to jump from one boat to another while wearing high heels 💀💀💀
Same Spirits, New Forms
As a new round of guests arrives at the White Lotus Thailand, Belinda settles in, Chelsea deals with a moody Rick, the Ratliffs go separate ways, and Kate, Laurie, and Jaclyn kick off a girls' trip.
> _“Oh this is so on brand for you. To be a victim of your own decisions.”_ Incest in a wealth...
Special Treatments
Timothy gets distressing updates about his business, Chelsea connects with expat Chloe, and Gaitok shares his feelings with Mook.
Can we take a moment to appreciate the cinematography and score? This show has an almost hypnotic ef...
The Meaning of Dreams
Jaclyn pushes the idea of a vacation fling on Laurie. Chelsea finds herself in a perilous situation. Gaitok worries about a reprimand.
Of course bitch face voted for trump. Interesting that each of the first 3 episodes featured one of ...
Hide or Seek
Jaclyn looks for a different scene. Piper asks for Lochlan's support before sharing a life update. Chelsea finally gets Rick to open up.
Another one of those episodes that's better if you pay attention. If you scroll your phone and passi...
Episode 5
As things get wild during the Full Moon festivities, Rick visits an old friend, and Belinda shares her suspicions about a hotel guest.
> Gaitok: _it seems like you have my gun._ Tim: _No!!_ Gaitok: _Ok, no problem, sorry!_ How ...
Episode 6
In the wake of the festivities, Laurie finds herself feeling deceived by Jaclyn, while Saxon tries to bury what happened the night before.
Saxon and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. This episode is the most that I've enjoyed...
Episode 7
Belinda brings Zion to Chloe’s expat party. Saxon confronts Tim about how strange he’s been acting. Gaitok and Mook have their first date.
Episode 8
Laurie, Jaclyn, and Kate reckon with their friendship. Timothy comes up with a shocking plan for his family. Belinda considers a deal.
Season | Average Rating | Episodes | Best Episode | Worst Episode |
---|---|---|---|---|
2 | ★ 8.1 | 7 |
★ 8.8
Arrivederci
|
★ 7.6
Ciao
|
1 | ★ 7.7 | 6 |
★ 8.0
The Lotus-Eaters
|
★ 7.3
Arrivals
|
3 | ★ 7.6 | 8 |
★ 8.1
Episode 5
|
★ 7.0
The Meaning of Dreams
|
homegirl was really 'bout to jump from one boat to another while wearing high heels 💀💀💀