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Spas in Hanoi

Hanoi is one of Asia's best-value wellness cities. A 60-minute massage runs from around 250,000 VND ($10) at honest local shops to 1,000,000 VND or more ($40+) at five-star hotel spas, with the best concentration of quality venues in the Old Quarter / Hoan Kiem and the expat-favoured Tay Ho / West Lake area. This guide ranks the spas and massage centres most consistently praised across Google, TripAdvisor and expat forums — from blind-therapist social enterprises to luxury hotel sanctuaries.

Old Quarter / Hoan Kiem has the highest density of tourist-friendly boutique spas; Tay Ho / West Lake is the expat hub with quieter, garden settings.
Social-enterprise spas employing blind therapists — Omamori, Midori and Just Massage — are among the most loved, with no-tipping policies.
The single biggest risk is confusing legitimate therapeutic spas with adult 'massage' services that share search terms — avoid venues advertising 'B2B', 'VIP' or suggestive imagery.
Le Spa du Metropole was named Vietnam's Best Hotel Spa at the Tatler Best of Vietnam 2026 awards.
Walk-ins are common at budget and mid-range shops; book 1–2 days ahead for premium and hotel spas, especially at weekends.

Typical Hanoi massage prices (60 min, 2026)

Foot massage100,000–450,000 VND ($4–18)
Full-body traditional250,000–700,000 VND ($10–28)
Aromatherapy / oil massage300,000–800,000 VND ($12–32)
Hot stone400,000–900,000 VND ($16–36)
Full package (scrub + massage + facial)800,000–3,850,000 VND ($32–155)
Luxury hotel-spa treatment1,000,000–8,000,000 VND ($40–320)

Our Recommendations

First-timers & best value

Omamori Spa or Orient Spa in the Old Quarter — 4.8-rated, English-friendly, excellent therapeutic massage from $10–20.

Expats in Tay Ho

Zen Spa, Tonkin (Sheraton) or Just Massage for convenience around West Lake; reserve ahead at Zen and Tonkin.

A luxury splurge

Le Spa du Metropole or Spa L'Occitane at the JW Marriott; budget 1,000,000–8,000,000 VND and book a day ahead.

Something different

The Korean jjimjilbang at Aquafield Ocean City, or a herbal-and-bamboo massage at La Belle Vie.

Top Spas in Hanoi Compared

Side-by-side comparison of the highest-rated venues. Tap any name for full details.

NameRatingPriceSpecialtyLocationContact
La Spa (La Siesta)5Mid–highHot StoneOld Quarter+84 24 3929 0011
Hanoi Old Quarter Spa5—Vietnamese MassageHoan Kiem+84 865 189 199
L'essence Spa5—Vietnamese MassageOld Quarter+84 385 786 831

All Spas (33)

La Spa (La Siesta)

27 Hang Be & 21 Hang Thung, Hoan Kiem

5.0 · 1.4k
Hot StoneTension ReliefPackages+2 more
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Hanoi Old Quarter Spa

3 P. Lý Thái Tổ, French Quarter, Hoàn Kiếm

5.0 · 4.5k
Vietnamese MassageHerbal MassageDeep Tissue+2 more
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L'essence Spa

36 P. Đinh Liệt, phường, Hoàn Kiếm

5.0 · 5.6k
Vietnamese MassageFoot MassageFacials+2 more
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Grand La Maison Spa

18-24 P. Nhà Chung, Phường, Hoàn Kiếm

5.0 · 1.3k
FacialsBody TreatmentsMassage+1 more
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Serene Spa

68 Ma May, Hoan Kiem

4.9 · 10.6k
Vietnamese MassageSwedish MassageAromatherapy+2 more
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La Belle Vie Spa

48–50 Luong Van Can, Hoan Kiem

4.9 · 9k
Vietnamese MassageHerbal MassageBamboo Massage+2 more
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Alisa Bella Spa

02–04 Ma May, Hoan Kiem

4.9
Vietnamese MassageHerbal MassageSauna & Steam+2 more
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Anam QT Spa

9 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho

4.9 · 269
Vietnamese MassageSauna & SteamHerbal Massage+1 more
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MF Spa Hanoi

11 Ng. Báo Khánh, Hoàn Kiếm

4.9 · 4.1k
Asian MassageHerbal MassageAromatherapy+2 more
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Amora Spa

75 Mã Mây, Phố cổ Hà Nội, Hoàn Kiếm

4.9 · 5.5k
Vietnamese MassageBody TreatmentsHair Wash+2 more
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Soleil Spa Hanoi

211 P. Hàng Bông, Hoàn Kiếm

4.9 · 2.2k
AromatherapyHotel SpaPackages+1 more
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SENSES Massage Spa

41 P. Hàng Bông, Hoàn Kiếm

4.9 · 2.1k
MassageAromatherapyWellness+1 more
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JM Spa Hanoi

JM Marvel Hotel & Spa, 16 P. Hàng Da, Phố cổ Hà Nội, Hoàn Kiếm

4.9 · 1.8k
MassageHotel SpaPackages+1 more
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Ngai Spa Phan Ke Binh

102 Phan Kế Bính, Ngọc Hà, Ba Đình

4.9 · 929
Herbal MassageFoot MassageTraditional Medicine
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May Spa

6 P. Từ Hoa, Tây Hồ

4.9 · 1.8k
Vietnamese MassageGarden SettingTay Ho
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Asana Spa & Wellness

345 Đ. Trần Khát Chân, Bạch Mai

4.9 · 1.6k
MassageWellnessHolistic
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Omamori Spa

48 Ngo Huyen, Hoan Kiem

4.8 · 2.2k
Vietnamese MassageBlind TherapistsAcupressure+2 more
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Orient Spa Hanoi

26 Au Trieu, Hoan Kiem

4.8 · 3.5k
Foot MassageAromatherapyFacials+2 more
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Estheva Spa

75 Lo Su, Hoan Kiem

4.8 · 2k
Hot StoneDeep TissueThermal Therapy+1 more
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Spas Hanoi

189 Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem

4.8 · 2.7k
AromatherapyHot StoneFoot Massage+2 more
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Tonkin Spa

Sheraton Hanoi Hotel, K5 Nghi Tam, 11 Xuan Dieu, Tay Ho

4.8 · 587
Hotel SpaHerbal MassageSauna & Steam+2 more
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Sen Spa

38 Ng. Hàng Hành, Hoàn Kiếm

4.8 · 2.8k
Vietnamese MassageAromatherapyFacials+1 more
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Ngai Spa

53B Lãn Ông, Phố cổ Hà Nội, Hoàn Kiếm

4.8 · 1.8k
Herbal MassageFoot MassageTraditional Medicine+1 more
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Midori Spa

60 Ngo Huyen, Hoan Kiem

4.6 · 3.1k
Vietnamese MassageBlind TherapistsFacials+2 more
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Le Spa du Metropole

Sofitel Legend Metropole, 15 Ngo Quyen, Hoan Kiem

Hotel SpaHammamSauna & Steam+2 more
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Just Massage

237 Au Co, Tay Ho

Vietnamese MassageBlind TherapistsAromatherapy+2 more
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TRE Boutique Spa

10B Dang Thai Mai, Tay Ho (also 54 Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh)

BoutiqueAromatherapyCouples+1 more
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Amadora Wellness & Spa

102–104 Mai Hac De, Hai Ba Trung

HammamSauna & SteamHot Stone+2 more
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Spa L'Occitane en Provence

JW Marriott, 8 Do Duc Duc, Me Tri, Nam Tu Liem

Hotel SpaAromatherapyCouples+1 more
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Urban Oasis Spa

39A Hang Hanh, Hoan Kiem

Thai MassageHot StoneAcupressure+2 more
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SF Spa

30 Cua Dong, Hoan Kiem

Thai MassageAromatherapyHot Stone+2 more
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Aquafield Ocean City

Ocean City, Gia Lam (~30 min east of centre)

Korean JjimjilbangSauna & SteamBody Scrub+1 more
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Ayla Spa

L7 West Lake by Lotte, Tay Ho (also Cau Giay)

AromatherapyMuscle ReliefHotel Spa+1 more
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a massage cost in Hanoi?

A reputable 60-minute foot massage runs about 350,000–450,000 VND ($14–18), a full-body traditional massage 450,000–700,000 VND ($18–28), and premium hotel treatments 1,000,000 VND and up. Blind-therapist spas like Omamori and Just Massage offer excellent 60–90 minute massages for around 150,000–500,000 VND.

Do I need to tip?

Tipping isn't mandatory but is appreciated — around 10–20% or 50,000–100,000 VND handed directly to the therapist. The blind-therapist social enterprises (Omamori, Just Massage) have explicit no-tipping policies and welcome donations instead. Hotel spas may add a service charge, so check the bill.

How do I avoid the dodgy 'massage' places?

Stick to spas with transparent pricing, uniformed staff and strong recent Google or TripAdvisor reviews. Avoid anywhere advertising 'B2B' (body-to-body), 'VIP' with suggestive images, or 'happy ending' — these are unregulated and carry scam and theft risks. Booking through your hotel or Klook is the safest route.

Do I need to book ahead?

Budget and mid-range shops in the Old Quarter usually take walk-ins. For premium day spas, hotel spas and weekend slots, book 1–2 days in advance. Hotel spas require a reservation.

Where are the best areas for a spa in Hanoi?

The Old Quarter / Hoan Kiem has the highest density of quality boutique spas and is most convenient for visitors. Tay Ho / West Lake is the expat-favoured area, with quieter, garden settings. Luxury sits in the five-star hotels around Hoan Kiem.

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