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Spas and Thai Massages around Phuket
Phuket spas and Thai massages are cheap and available everywhere. Street-side foot massage runs 300-400 Baht per hour. A proper spa treatment at a resort costs 2,000-5,000 Baht, depending on how fancy you want to go. You don’t need to book ahead for most places, though the high-end hotel spas fill up on weekends.
One hour is enough to sort out sore feet after a day of walking. Two hours if you want a full body treatment. Good option for a rainy afternoon or the day before a long flight home. And what better way to spend an occasional rainy day?
Most hotels in Phuket now have a spa attached. Quality varies. Some are proper wellness centres with steam rooms, saunas, and trained therapists. Others are just a massage room with a fancy name. The resort spas listed below are the ones actually worth the higher prices.
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Pearl Spa is inside Avista Grande Phuket Karon (MGallery hotel). Large facility with multiple treatment rooms. Known for their signature pearl-based treatments. Prices start around 2,500 Baht for a 60-minute massage. Hotel guests get priority booking, but it's open to walk-ins.
Part of Sinae Phuket hotel on Koh Sirey, about 10 minutes from Phuket Town. Water-themed treatments. Quieter location than the west coast spas. Good option if you're staying in the Phuket Town area and don't want to drive to Patong or Kata.
Large spa facility in Rawai, 900 square metres with 17 treatment rooms. Part of Stay Wellbeing resort, which focuses on fitness and health. Uses Phytomer products. More clinical feel than the traditional Thai spas. Popular with long-stay guests doing multi-day wellness programmes.
Thai spa chain with five branches in Phuket. The original is in Kamala, a short walk from the beach. Consistent quality across locations. Mid-range pricing, around 1,500-2,500 Baht for most treatments. Good middle ground between street massage and hotel spa prices.
Located in a hotel in Layan, the quiet end of Bang Tao. Traditional Thai treatments, body scrubs, aromatherapy. Garden setting. Less crowded than the Patong or Kata spas. Worth the drive if you want somewhere calmer.
Small spa in Phuket Town. Traditional Thai massage focus. Lower prices than the beach area spas, around 500-800 Baht for a Thai massage. Good option if you're exploring the Old Town and want a break.
Same brand as Pearl Spa in Karon, but smaller and more casual. Located in Old Town. Combines a café with massage services. Convenient if you're doing the walking street or exploring the Sino-Portuguese buildings. Prices lower than the Karon location.
Hotel spa at the Marriott near the airport. Useful if you have a late flight and want to kill a few hours. Water-focused treatments. Professional setup, Marriott standard. Prices on the higher end, 3,000+ Baht for most treatments.
Day spa in Patong. Uses natural products. Range of treatments from basic massage to full packages. Patong location means easy access if you're staying in the area, but also means it gets busy. Book ahead on weekends.
Another Quan Spa, this one at the Renaissance on Mai Khao Beach. Same water-theme concept as the Marriott location. Couples treatments available. Quiet area, far from the crowds. Long drive from Patong (45+ minutes) but worth it if you want the setting.
Award-winning spa at the JW Marriott on Mai Khao. One of the larger hotel spas in Phuket. Full menu of treatments. Professional therapists. Expensive, expect 4,000+ Baht, but the facilities justify the price. Non-guests can book but hotel guests get preference.
Patong Beach can be wild, so this day spa offers an excellent spot to retreat for a few hours of recovery and relaxation. So Thai Spa has several branches around Thailand with treatments ranging from a 60-minute foot massage to elaborate half-day and full-day therapies that might include a Thai massage, herbal compress, body scrub and more.
Part of Rosewood Phuket, one of the more expensive resorts on the island. Asaya goes beyond standard spa treatments into wellness programmes, alternative healing, fitness sessions. Not cheap. This is for people who want a serious wellness experience, not just a massage.
Trisara is a high-end resort near Naithon Beach. Their spa does personalised programmes starting with a consultation. More structured than a typical drop-in spa visit. Prices match the resort's luxury positioning. Book well ahead.
On Phuket's quieter east coast, overlooking Phang Nga Bay. The views alone make it worth visiting. Part of the Point Yamu resort. Holistic approach to wellness, not just massage. Bright, modern design. One of the better hotel spas on the island, though the location is remote.
Amatara is built around wellness, so the spa is central to the resort, not an add-on. Turkish bath, sea-view treatment rooms, extensive facilities. They run multi-day wellness programmes. More serious than a casual spa visit. Prices are high but the setup is impressive.
The Slate resort has won design awards, and the spa matches. Unusual cocoon-shaped treatment pods. Near the airport, good for a last-day visit. The design is the main draw here. Treatments are standard spa fare but the setting is memorable.
Kata Rocks is known for its minimalist design and ocean views. The spa follows the same aesthetic: clean, white, modern. Good couples treatments. Views over the Andaman Sea from the treatment rooms. High-end pricing, around 4,000-6,000 Baht for most treatments.
One of the oldest high-end spas in Phuket. Multiple awards over the years. Part of the Banyan Tree resort in the Laguna complex. Traditional treatments done well. Expensive but consistent quality. Been around long enough that the therapists know what they're doing.
Thai spa chain that started in Chiang Mai in 1998. Seven branches in Phuket now. Standardised treatments and pricing across locations. Good value, around 500-1,500 Baht for most services. Reliable option when you don't want to research individual spas.
Beach Massage
Beach massages are the easiest option. You’re already lying on a sunbed doing nothing, so why not add a massage? Open-air salas on most beaches, 300-400 Baht per hour. Listen to the waves while someone works on your shoulders. One tip: the older ladies tend to give better massages than the younger ones. More experience, stronger hands.
Rows of La-Z-Boy chairs, usually right on the street. Everywhere in Patong, Kata, Karon. About 300 Baht per hour. If you’ve been walking all day, this will get you back on your feet.
You can ask for soft pressure or hard pressure. Hard pressure works better but can be painful in spots. First-timers should start soft.
Thai Massage
Traditional Thai massage uses no oil. You stay clothed. Involves stretching, pressure points, and some positions that look like yoga. Usually done on a mattress behind a curtain. If you have back problems, tell the therapist before they start. Some of the stretches and twists can aggravate existing issues.
Fish Spas in Phuket
More novelty than actual spa treatment. You dip your feet in a tank and small fish nibble the dead skin. Ticklish at first. Some people swear their feet feel softer afterwards. Others think it’s just a gimmick. Either way, it’s a funny experience to try once.
Outcall Thai Massages and Spa
Mobile massage services where therapists come to your villa or hotel room. Useful if you’re staying somewhere without a spa, or if you don’t want to leave your accommodation. Prices vary widely. Book through your hotel or a reputable agency to avoid problems.
