Hanoi · MASSAGE
Good massage treatments fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Book a private 90-minute Thai Royal massage at Serene Spa Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake. Expect passive stretching, massage, and acupressure, followed by herbal tea and snacks. Therapists named in feedback include Ruby, Jay, Pam, Anna, Moon, Jenna, and Lisa, though staff assignments can change.
“Very good four hand massage. The therapists were very strong and met our expectations. If you’re in Hanoi definitely go visit.”
At Hoang’s Spa on Hang Dieu Street, you’ll enjoy a welcome coffee or tea before a 30-minute foot massage. You can also choose 60 minutes, or 75 minutes with a foot scrub, massage, and foot wrap. Jun and Chi are among the named therapists praised for careful, adjustable pressure.
“Amazing. If you are in Hanoi you must to do a massage here. Beautiful and kind people, smiling & lovely. Rooms are very clean & the girls are professional. Definitely the best Beauty Spa in Hanoi.”
At Hoang’s Spa in central Hanoi, you receive an organic and herbal shampoo treatment followed by head, shoulder, and face massage. The one-hour visit includes a welcome drink, calm treatment rooms, and a return to the same address. Staff member Chi is praised for her careful, professional shampoo service.
“Hair wash was good. The staff was fast to react and place was relatively clean. They even offered drinks to at the start and end.”
At Hoang Spa in central Hanoi, choose a one-hour Thai massage using firm pressure, stretching, and optional cracking techniques. You can request oil or no oil, then enjoy tea or coffee. Therapists named in feedback include Lua, Loan, Chi, and Jun, with manicure and skin treatments also available.
“Just had one of the best mani-pedis I’ve had in a long time. The gel polish was done with real care—smooth, even, and not a single streak in sight. The shaping was spot-on, and they took their time without dragging the appointment out. My Read more”
At Ve'hanoi Wellness & Spa in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, choose Aroma, Vietnamese, Deep Tissue, or Hot Stone massage. Your 75-minute visit includes tea, snacks, a consultation, herbal foot soak, a 60-minute body treatment, optional warm herbal compresses, and chicken, corn, and mushroom soup.
“Ruby Ngo was my masseur (massage therapist) who I wish to commend for the best massage of my life - blending Vietnamese and Thai techniques sensitively and with strength as required - she spoke good English and established preRead more”
At Hoang’s Spa in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, warm black stones and aroma oils ease tight muscles during a 60, 75, 90, or 120-minute massage. Ask for Ms. Chi or Jun if available, enjoy tea or coffee, and return to the same central meeting point.
“I had an amazing experience. My masseuse Ms. Chi knew exactly where the pain was and she took care of everything with so much skill. She kept on checking if the pressure was ok, if I was doing fine.”
Spend about an hour at Rosie’s Magical Spa in Hanoi Old Quarter for foot reflexology, massage, and a foot scrub. Pickup is offered, public transport is nearby, and therapists named Mai, Hang, Trinh, and Ni have received praise for careful, strong pressure.
“After a city tour in HaNoi i found out this spa center in HaNoi downtown. My first inpression in Rosie’s spa: not too big but very cozy and friendly staff. The grirl who did massage for me very nice. Sure i will come back”
At La Spa in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, you’ll receive a 90-minute Dao Duoc hair treatment with acupressure, herbal shampoo, steam, and traditional Thong Kinh Lac therapy. Choose from three Hoan Kiem locations, with a welcome drink and 10 to 15-minute herbal foot bath included.
Spend 60 minutes at La Spa in Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a nourishing shampoo, facial and scalp acupressure, hot stones, horn energy bar treatment, and neck, shoulder, and hand massage. Choose among three Hoan Kiem branches, with evening appointments available until 11 pm.
At Hoa Anh Thao Spa, 35 Quan Thanh Street, you receive a one-hour Vietnamese body massage with foot-focused reflex work, natural herbs, essential oils, herbal tea, and calming music. An English-speaking host helps tailor the session to your needs.
Book a private 60-minute body massage at La Spa in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Choose Aroma, deep tissue, Vietnamese, Thai, hot stone, or essential-oil treatment, then start with a 10 to 15-minute Dao Do herbal foot bath. Three Hoan Kiem branches make this an easy break during sightseeing.
“One of the best massage I have ever had. Lady who done it was very knowable, did understand my left leg sour muscle and work them open with care! just superb!”
Choose one of three Lá Spa branches in Hoan Kiem for a private 60-minute full-body massage with hot stones. Your session includes welcome tea and a complimentary herbal foot bath. The treatment uses kneading, pressing, tapping, and gentle pressure, with appointments available from 9:30 am to 11:00 pm.
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