10 Cheap Massage Places In Bangkok That Are Worth Trying

Bangkok has an unrivaled range of massage and spa parlours which makes the city one of the best travel destinations in Southeast Asia when you feel like you could do with some pampering.

The sheer options you have there makes it impossible for you to narrow down your choices—you have the mainstream upscale spa salons in hotels and shopping malls to humble massage branches offering wallet-friendly massage services.

If you are looking for a cheap massage parlour in Bangkok for less than THB550/S$23 per hour, this is the guide that will show you the best places to go.

#1 CHANG FOOT MASSAGE & SPA

Chang Foot Massage & Spa has several outlets in Bangkok, but we like the one at Siam Square Soi 6 as their massages are very consistent. Although we heard of mixed experiences at Chang, we have nothing but praises for their massages.

Siam Square Soi 6
Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: +66 2 654 6339
Daily: 10am – 12 Midnight
Nearest BTS: Siam

#2 HEALTH LAND

Health Land is a popular massage chain in Bangkok with several outlets in total, including Asok, Ekamai and Silom. Their scale is impressive, to say the least. Case in point: their Asok branch is an eight-storied building with its own carpark.

While the interior of Health Land is very nicely done up – it feels more like a luxurious spa than a typical massage parlour – prices are very reasonable. You can get a 120-minute traditional Thai massage for THB550/S$22.63. Otherwise, go for the Therapeutic Massage (THB400/S$16.46 per hour).

55/5 Sukhumvit 21 Road, Asoke
Khlongtoeinuea, Wattana
Tel: +66 2 261 1110
Daily: 9am – 11pm
Nearest BTS: Asoke

#3 LEK

Another massage place that we frequent when in Bangkok is Lek, which is on Siam Square Soi 6, opposite Novotel Hotel. But this is also a place where your luck will be put to a test—some therapists are masters, while a handful of them are very rude and we could feel it through their inconsistent strokes that they are plain reluctant and lazy.

Nonetheless, the massage house is still worth a try. They have the Traditional Thai Massage (THB300/S$12.34 per hour), but we highly recommend the Back, Shoulder & Neck Massage with Hot Compress (THB350/S$14.40 per hour). It is very effective, especially if you have knots in those areas.

412/3 Siam Square Soi 6
Tel: +66 2 658 3930
Daily: 8am – 12 Midnight
Nearest BTS: Siam

#4 LEK MASSAGE @ CHATUCHAK WEEKEND MARKET

Do not be confused by the name, for this simple massage place is not part of the franchise in Siam. Those who are looking for fuss-free massage services when they are done shopping at Chatuchak Weekend Market can enjoy their leg massages (THB200/S$8.23 per hour) here.

Despite the humble settings, service here is exceptional. They provide free wifi and also shawls for ladies as customers will be sitting in an air-conditioned space.

Chatuchak Weekend Market
300 Phahonyothin Rd, Chatuchak
Bangkok, Thailand
Nearest BTS: Mo Chit

#5 LET’S RELAX SPA

Another popular massage chain is Let’s Relax Spa. The branch at Siam Square One is a huge space with both body massage and foot reflexology rooms. Just a tad more expensive—Foot Reflexology (THB 450/S$18.51 per 45 mins), and Traditional Thai Massage (THB600/S$24.69) per hour)—than those regular ones by the street would charge, Let’s Relax Spa is for all who seek a quieter and cleaner environment.

To be most honest, we did not quite enjoy our sessions. But that is because Let’s Relax Spa is truly relaxing, and we happen to be fans of hardcore and strong massages. That said, if you prefer gentle rubs that will send you to slumber, then Let’s Relax Spa is the place for you.

Appointments are strongly recommended. And if you are going for a 2-hour session, your treatment will end with a serving of mango sticky rice!

388 Siam Square 1 6th Floor
Phraram 1 Road
Tel: +66 2 252 2228
Daily: 10am – 12 Midnight
Nearest BTS: Siam

#6 MAITHAI MASSAGE

If Pratunam Market is on your itinerary that day, you have to swing by Maithai Massage too. For only THB200/S$8.23 per hour, you get a decent foot massage in a clean massage place and free use of wifi. For the level of comfort you are getting, we say that is well worth the money!

A traditional Thai Massage there sets you back at THB200/S$8.23 per hour or you can get a Head, Shoulder & Back Massage for the same price as well. Maithai Massage also provides Body Scrub (THB800/S$32.90 per hour) and Facial Massage (THB800/S$32.90 per hour).

Thanon Phaya Thai
Phra Nakhon
Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: +66 2 252 8207
Daily: 9am – 1am
Nearest BTS: Chit Lom

#7 NUMBER ONE

After a long day of shopping at Platinum Fashion Mall and Pratunam Market, head to Number One which is tucked along Petchburi Soi 15. There are a few massage shops on the same stretch, but Number One is easily the most popular. For its prime location, their one-hour foot massage is set at an affordable price of THB250/S$10.28.

Petchburi Soi 15
Tel: +66  2 653 9967
Daily: 9am – 12 Midnight
Nearest BTS: Chit Lom

#8 SIAM RELAX

One of the best massage parlours we visited in Bangkok, Siam Relax has a team of skilled masseuses who really made us feel at ease with their service. Their Thai foot massage (THB300/S$12.34 per hour) techniques were outstanding and helped to ease our sore feet after an entire day of walking.

You can also opt for their Aroma Relaxing Massage (THB950/S$39 per hour), Body Exfoliating Scrub (THB850/S$34.97 per hour) or Foot Spa (THB850/S$34.97 per 80mins).

Siam Square Soi 5
Bangkok, Thailand
Mon to Fri: 11am – 11pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 11pm
Nearest BTS: Siam

Photo Credit: Hotel Thailand

#9 URBAN RETREAT

Urban Retreat is more expensive than the usual massage parlours—THB500 for an hour of Thai Massage or Foot Massage—but it is still affordable, and it is one of the more well-known spas in Bangkok. Treatments include Head & Shoulder Massage, Aroma Oil Massage, and Hot Stone Massage. The Asok outlet, located just beside the BTS, is very accessible.

Khlong Tan Nuea Vadhana
Tel: +66 2 229 4703
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest BTS: Asoke

Photo Credit: Lori Henry

#10 WATPO THAI TRADITIONAL MASSAGE SCHOOL

The birthplace of traditional Thai massage, Watpo is as old school as you can find. Sitting within Wat Pho—the Temple of the Reclining Buddha—Watpo offers authentic Thai body massages at THB420/S$17.28 per hour.

If you are keen to learn more about Thai massage, take up a course here—from a 5-day beginners introduction course to a 5-week professional Thai massage therapy course, you can start honing your skills.

2 Sanamchai Road
Phra Nakhon
Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: +66 0 2225 2974
Daily: 8am – 6pm
Nearest BTS: Phrom Phong

For more Bangkok recommendations, read our guide here.