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Thai spas are a part of the diverse tourism service gaining popularity among visitors, both Thais and foreigners. As such, there has been a continual increasing growth in the service industry concerning beauty and health in Thailand. The uniqueness and prominence of Thai spars are a charm that has revealed itself to the world. Through a fine combination of Thai herbs and a long inherited wisdom of tradition Thai massage, and doubled with excellent services, Thai spars, thus, have created an impressive and unforgettable experience that visitors can enjoy.

To help publicizes Thai spas to be better known, we have a directory of distinguished Thai spas in each region of Thailand. The directory would provide a helpful source of information for you to choose a favorites choice of your own and enjoy taking good care of your health physically as well as mentally.

The Thai Spa industry has continued to grow steadily since the first ‘real’ spas opened here some 15 years ago. Enjoying an average annual growth in excess of 20 per cent despite the Asian economic crisis, SARS, avian flu, and international terrorism, the spa industry has firmly established itself as a ‘must do’ experience for nearly every visitor to Thailand, generating tens of billions of baht revenue for the kingdom. Thais is not to say that spas are the exclusive domain of tourists, but while they remain the main clientele of most spas, the number of Thai national now enjoying a regular visit to a spa is also growing, enabling the industry to continue expansion.

It is the unique cultural and architectural nuances that set Thai spas apart from others, combined with the genuine caring attitude of the staff, on course, rough treatments, no bright lights, loud music and no ‘it’s just a job’ attitude. The warm year round climate also enables close to nature spa experiences, with spas offering everything from panoramic sea or mountain views to open air salas and secluded garden settings. Our spas now offer distinct career paths and academic advancement for its therapists and managers, and even international travel opportunities for those seeking to ‘see the world’. While some see this as a loss to the industry, it is in fact a promotional opportunity from which the whole of Thailand can gain, as the unique cultural aspect of Thai spas are experience the world over, further promoting the image of Thailand.

From chic contemporary Thai spas of inner Bangkok, to luxurious hotel spas, lovingly converted traditional teak homes, medical spas, garden style spas, exclusive destination spas, unique Lanna style spas, from the Golden Triangle in the north to Narathiwat province in the south, beach side to mountain top, the kingdom offers an amazingly diverse range of spas catering to all price points, which is evident from the listing on the following pages.

Selection of Spa Therapies

Thai Spa Therapies
Thai spas are a part of the diverse tourism service gaining popularity among visitors, both Thais and foreigners. As such, there has been a continual increasing growth in the service industry concerning beauty and health in Thailand.

Thai Spa In Mind
Designers and architects continue to outdo themselves with new and more creative designs incorporating outdoor spa suites, open-air bathrooms and luxury spa villa.

Central Spa Therapies
Spas in the Central Region have their own distinctive character, resulting from two key influences, the exciting capital city Bangkok and the culture of the Central Region.

Northern Spa Therapies
Northern Thailand’s romantic landscape of misty hills, hill tribe people, and magnificent temples has made it a favorite holiday destination for both Thais and foreign visitors.

Southern Spa Therapies
Asia could arguably be called the centre of the spa universe. It offers so many different therapies in so many blissful locations that sometimes it is hard to know what it is you are actually looking for.

Asian Spa Therapies
Asia could arguably be called the centre of the spa universe. It offers so many different therapies in so many blissful locations that sometimes it is hard to know what it is you are actually looking for.