4 Traditional Massages in Bangkok Worth an Afternoon

1.Bangkok: Wat Pho Thai Massage in Your Hotel Room

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 68 reviews · 2 hours · from $32Our pick

Meet your Wat Pho-trained massage therapist in your hotel lobby, then settle into a two-hour traditional Thai massage in your room. You stay dressed while the therapist uses hands, elbows, knees, feet, and possibly herbal hot compresses. At $32 per person, it is a handy way to recover from flights, heat, sightseeing, or work without crossing Bangkok for a spa appointment.

“Amazing value for money and two full hours! We did a couples massage. The two ladies were very sweet and highly professional. The massage was so different from North American massages. Definitely a treat and a Thai experience to be had, especially after 22 hours of flying and sightseeing all day in the heat. Highly recommend. Would definitely book again! Thank you.”

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2.Hands-on Authentic Thai Massage Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $48Top rated

Spend two hours at Massage by Master99 learning Thai massage from senior spa therapists with 20 years of experience. You will practice on yourself and a partner, learn to make a herbal compress, and finish with traditional Thai drinks and snacks. Groups are capped at 12, so instruction stays personal.

“A wonderful moment to learn how to do thai massage. Very good teacher and very peaceful ambiance. Thank you very much !”

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3.Rest And Relax Massage – Traditional Thai Massage In Bangkok / Sukhumvit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · from $11Best value

Book a 60-minute, 90-minute, or 2-hour traditional Thai massage at Rest And Relax Massage on Sukhumvit 21. You stay fully clothed while a qualified therapist uses hands, feet, elbows, pressure points, and stretching. Tea and Wi-Fi are included, and the private appointment ends where it began.

“Amazing Amazing Amazing. Very professional. I've never received a massage like that. I loved it.. The lady took her time to make sure I was very well attended to. I came to Bangkok for vacation and it most def sealed the deal for my vacay.”

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4.Luxury So Thai Spa Package (4 Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $142

Spend four private hours at So Thai Spa Bangkok, choosing a relaxing mix of foot, body, head, facial, aroma-oil, and herbal-compress treatments. You’ll visit the Sukhumvit or Surawong branch, with tea, coffee, water, and light snacks included. Arrive 10 minutes early, and plan your own transport to the spa.

“This was a great way to relax before heading home. The staff was very friendly. The tea and snacks provided was a nice touch.”

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