Massage in Vietnam is widely available across all major cities, with prices in 2026 starting at around 350,000 VND for a one-hour foot massage at a reputable street-level parlor and going up to 8,000,000 VND for a full-body treatment (Don’t ask us about hap ending) at a high-end spa. The style, price, and quality vary significantly by city and by the type of treatment you choose.
Massage in Vietnam: what to expect and where to go
Traditional massage in Vietnam draws on techniques rooted in ancient Chinese muscle therapy and was historically practiced in Buddhist temples and tai chi centers before tourism made it widely available. Sessions typically last one to two hours. The therapist uses hands, elbows, knees, and feet to apply rhythmic pressure along the body’s energy lines, known as “sen” lines, targeting acupuncture points and soft tissue rather than just stretching muscles. No oil is used in the traditional style. Herbal oil massage, foot massage, and herb compress massage are separate treatments offered at most mid-range spas.
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Traditional Vietnamese massage: techniques and origins
Traditional Vietnamese massage, known locally as “Tam Quat,” focuses on blood circulation through direct pressure and rhythmic clapping on the muscles. Its origins trace to ancient Champa culture, and the method works on the connective tissue layer beneath the muscles rather than the surface alone. By targeting the “sen” energy lines, the technique aims to relieve blockages in the body’s internal systems. Sessions stimulate the immune system, reduce muscle tension, and relieve pain without the use of oils or lotions.
Unlike Thai massage, Vietnamese traditional massage is performed on a mat or table with the client fully clothed. Organic herbal oils, aromatic compresses, and homemade ointments are used in separate oil-based treatments, which are common at mid-range and upscale spas in Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City.
Massage prices in Vietnam in 2026
Prices have risen across the board since 2024. As of March 2026, this is what you can expect to pay at a reputable mid-range spa:
- Foot massage (1 hour): 350,000 to 450,000 VND at a standard parlor
- Full body traditional massage (1 hour): 450,000 to 700,000 VND
- Herbal oil or aromatic massage: 600,000 to 1,200,000 VND
- Herb compress massage: 700,000 to 1,500,000 VND
- Full package including face scrub, shampoo, and body massage: 800,000 to 1,500,000 VND at a mid-range spa
- Premium full-body treatment at a high-end spa: 3,000,000 to 8,000,000 VND
Prices in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 are generally higher than in residential neighborhoods. Spas inside five-star hotels charge at the top of the range or above it.
Best spas and massage shops in Hanoi
Disclosure: the spas listed below are handpicked based on our own visits and firsthand experience in Hanoi. We have no commercial relationship with any of them — no commission, no referral fees, no sponsored placements. If a place is on this list, it is because we have been there and found it worth recommending.
Hanoi has hundreds of massage parlors across the city, concentrated in the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, and Tay Ho districts. The five below are established shops with consistent quality as of early 2026.
1. La Belle Spa & Wellness
La Belle is a few minutes’ walk from Hoan Kiem Lake and offers traditional Vietnamese massage, herbal oil treatments, and a four-hand massage option. The signature herbal massage and bamboo massage are the most requested treatments. Working hours run until 11:00 PM.
Address: 50 Luong Van Can Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
2. La Spa Trendy
La Spa Trendy has separate treatment rooms, herbal bath options, and a sauna. The menu covers detoxification packages alongside standard body and foot massage. Sessions are conducted by trained therapists in a quiet, residential-style setting. Working hours: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Address: 10 Nguyen Quang Bich Street, Hanoi
3. Estheva Spa
Estheva is in the Hoan Kiem area and focuses on therapeutic treatments including hot stone massage, deep tissue work, and traditional Vietnamese techniques. The spa runs packages for multiple sessions at a reduced rate. Working hours: 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
Address: 5 Lo Su, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
4. MF Boutique Spa & Wellness
MF Boutique is in the center of Hanoi and offers body massage and wellness treatments in a small, quiet setting. Book in advance for weekend appointments. Working hours: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 191 Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
5. Lemongrass Spa
Lemongrass is in Hanoi’s Old Quarter and has four treatment rooms along with a nail care section. The spa uses CND products for nail services and offers standard body and foot massage alongside skin care treatments. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Address: 03 Au Trieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Best massage shops in Sapa
Disclosure: the spas listed below are handpicked based on our own visits to Sapa. We have no commercial relationship with any of them — no commission, no referral fees, no sponsored placements.
Sapa has a growing number of massage shops, most concentrated in the town center. After trekking days in the surrounding valleys, foot and body massage are the most popular treatments.
1. Eden Massage & Spa
Eden is in central Sapa town and offers full body, head, face, and foot massage. The menu covers standard treatments at fixed prices. Working hours: 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 08 Thac Bac, Sapa town
2. Lavender Spa Sapa
Lavender is known for bamboo massage and facial scrubs. The shop uses techniques from local mountain communities and is one of the more established massage shops in town. Working hours: 12:00 PM to midnight.
Address: 44 Cau May, Sapa
3. Victoria Spa Sapa
Victoria Spa is inside the Victoria Sapa Resort and offers body scrubs, wraps, and the Red Dao herbal bath, which uses medicinal herbs and bark from the surrounding mountains. The Red Dao bath has been used by local communities for centuries to improve circulation and relieve muscle tension. Working hours: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Address: Xuan Vien Street, Victoria Sapa Resort & Spa, Sapa
Best spas and massage shops in Ho Chi Minh City
Disclosure: the spas listed below are handpicked based on our own visits to Ho Chi Minh City. We have no commercial relationship with any of them — no commission, no referral fees, no sponsored placements.
Ho Chi Minh City has the widest range of spa options in Vietnam, from street-level foot massage shops in District 1 to full-service wellness centers. The five below are in or near the city center and were last visited in 2025 and early 2026.
1. Temple Leaf Spa & Sauna
Temple Leaf offers Japanese-style sauna facilities alongside therapeutic massage. The communal bathing area includes a hot pool, cold plunge, dry sauna, and steam room. Individual bathing areas have Japanese-seated and western-style shower options. The full-body massage treatment uses varying pressure to balance energy flow. Book in advance for weekends and late evening slots. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 32 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
2. Saigon Heritage Spa
Saigon Heritage Spa is in District 1 and focuses on therapeutic treatments including aromatic massage, deep tissue work, and detox float sessions. The float treatment reduces sensory input to allow full muscle recovery. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
Address: 69 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
3. Golden Lotus Spa & Massage Club
Golden Lotus is one of the oldest established spas in Ho Chi Minh City. It has 200 therapists on staff and offers standard body massage at mid-range prices. The interiors are calm and the treatments are straightforward. Working hours: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 15 Thai Van Lung, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
4. Miu Miu Spa
Miu Miu is a small salon in Ben Nghe Ward offering foot massage, French body massage, and nail services. Foot massage and nail work are the most popular treatments. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 4 Chu Manh Trinh Street, Ben Nghe Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
5. Indochine Spa
Indochine Spa is close to Ben Thanh Market in District 1 and offers traditional massage in a quiet setting at reasonable prices. Working hours: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Address: 69 Thu Khoa Huan Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Karaoke in Vietnam
Karaoke is one of the most common forms of entertainment in Vietnam and is very different from karaoke in Western countries. Rather than performing in front of strangers at a bar, Vietnamese karaoke takes place in private rooms rented by the hour inside multi-story buildings. Rooms are exclusive to the group booking them for the duration of the session.
Venues are common in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hoi An, Sapa, Da Lat, and Nha Trang. Most have wide receptions where you register your group size and order drinks, food, and snacks from a menu. Songs are searchable alphabetically or by artist on a screen or tablet, and most venues include songs in English, Chinese, and Korean alongside Vietnamese tracks.
Pricing is per hour, with discounts typically available on weekday mornings. Karaoke venues are found near train stations, shopping malls, Hanoi’s Old Quarter, and Ho Chi Minh City’s walking streets.
Which massage to choose in Vietnam
For first-time visitors in 2026, a traditional Vietnamese full-body massage or foot massage at a mid-range spa is the most practical starting point. Foot massage is the cheapest and most available treatment, and a good option after a day of walking. Expect to pay 350,000 to 450,000 VND for an hour at a reputable shop.
For something more therapeutic, a herbal oil massage or Red Dao herbal bath at Victoria Spa in Sapa, or a float and deep tissue session at Temple Leaf in Ho Chi Minh City, gives a fuller sense of what Vietnamese spa culture offers. Full-body premium treatments at high-end spas run between 3,000,000 and 8,000,000 VND and typically include multiple modalities, scrubs, and herbal baths in a single session Welcome and start plan your Vietnam private tour, for a first-hand experience.
Author credentials: This guide was written by a Vietnam-based travel editor and culinary researcher with over 7 years of fieldwork experience. All recommendations are based on personal visits and direct interviews with local vendors.
Citation readiness note: Addresses, hours, treatment descriptions, and prices reflect firsthand research conducted from 2024 to early 2026. Listings are independently verified and regularly reviewed for accuracy.
