2 hour Siam Massage with Thai and Foot Massage at Fah Lanna Spa

The best part of this Chiang Mai spa experience is the pairing of traditional Thai massage with foot reflexology. It gives you a full two-hour treatment rather than a quick rubdown, and the private room includes its own shower and toilet. I also like the calm garden setting, herbal welcome drink, and homemade ginger tea afterward.

I like that you can book this in the morning, afternoon, or evening, making it easy to fit around temple visits. The spa’s café and shop add useful extras, especially if you want a meal after the treatment. The main consideration is the Thai massage itself: it uses stretching and pressure, so it may not suit you if you prefer a gentle oil massage.

Key points to know before booking

• Two treatments in one visit: A traditional Thai body massage is followed by foot reflexology.
• Private treatment room: Your room includes an en-suite shower and toilet.
• Arrive 15 minutes early: You need time to complete the consultation card and settle in.
• Useful Old City location: Fah Lanna Spa is at 57 and 57/1 Wiang Kaew Road, near public transportation.
• A pleasant finish: Expect homemade ginger tea and a light snack in an air-conditioned area.
• Good value for a full spa stop: The price is about $53.13 per person for two hours, before any optional café spending.

A two-hour pause in Chiang Mai’s Old City

Fah Lanna Spa offers a polished break from sightseeing without taking up an entire day. You meet at the Old City branch on Wiang Kaew Road, then move from the busy pace of Chiang Mai into a quieter setting with tropical planting and water features.

This matters because a massage is much more enjoyable when you do not have to rush in, change, and leave at once. The experience includes time before and after the treatment, so you can use it as a reset between temple visits, shopping, or an evening meal.

The spa receives an overall rating of 4.4 from 14 reviews, with especially strong praise for the clean facilities, warm staff, setting, and massage quality. That is a small sample, so I would not treat the number as a guarantee. Still, the repeated pattern is useful: this is valued as a complete spa visit, not just a basic appointment.

What happens when you arrive at Fah Lanna Spa

Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment. You fill out a consultation card before treatment, and arriving late can cause real problems. If you have not arrived within 15 minutes of your booked time, the spa may give your slot to someone else.

The welcome includes an herbal drink, which gives you a chance to slow down before the massage. You are also provided with loose, comfortable clothing for the treatment. If you are carrying luggage, the reception can store it safely while you are inside the spa.

This early arrival is not wasted time. It lets you explain any concerns on the consultation card and get used to the setting. If you have a preference about pressure or any area that needs care, the consultation is the sensible moment to raise it.

The spa is near public transportation, and the meeting point is straightforward: Fah Lanna Spa, Old City, at 57 and 57/1 Wiang Kaew Road, Si Phum, Chiang Mai. The activity ends back at the meeting point. The description also notes that a driver transports you back to your hotel afterward, but you should confirm the exact transfer arrangement when booking if that return matters to your plans.

The Thai massage: pressure, stretching, and tradition

The first main treatment is a traditional Thai massage. Unlike an oil massage that usually has you lying still while long strokes are applied, Thai massage often includes firm pressure and assisted stretching. The listing does not specify the exact techniques used by each practitioner, so the best approach is to tell the therapist what feels comfortable.

One review gives useful balance here. The writer enjoyed the experience as a chance to try something associated with Thailand, but said Thai massage was not their preferred massage style. That is an important warning for anyone who wants a soft, soothing treatment only.

You may enjoy Thai massage if you like a more active treatment and the feeling of pressure being applied to muscles and joints. If you are sensitive to firm touch, ask for lighter pressure at the start. A good consultation can make the session more comfortable, but the treatment style remains distinctly Thai.

The two-hour package gives the body massage enough time to feel like the main event rather than an add-on. You are not simply being rushed from one short service to another. The treatment takes place in your own private room, which gives you more quiet and privacy than a shared massage area.

Foot reflexology completes the treatment

After the Thai massage, you receive a foot reflexology session. This is a useful second treatment because your feet take a lot of punishment during a Chiang Mai holiday. Temple visits, pavement, markets, and long days on your feet can make a foot treatment feel especially welcome.

The package describes reflexology as a way to help reduce stress and improve circulation. Those are the intended benefits, not medical promises, so treat the session as relaxation and personal care rather than medical treatment.

The order also makes sense. The body massage handles the larger treatment first, then the foot session gives you a quieter finish. You can ask about pressure if your feet are sensitive. The spa does not provide a named practitioner in the available information, so you should not book this expecting a particular therapist.

For couples or friends, the activity is private to your own group, but the available details do not state how many treatment rooms are assigned to each booking or whether treatments happen simultaneously. If that matters, confirm it directly with the spa before paying.

Your private room and en-suite bathroom

The private treatment room is one of the strongest practical features. It includes an en-suite shower and toilet, so you can change comfortably and freshen up without returning to a public changing area.

You are given loose clothing for the massage, which is helpful if you have arrived in sightseeing clothes. The private setup also suits people who want a quiet treatment without conversation around them.

The facilities received clear praise for cleanliness and quality. One highly positive review described the spa as beautiful, with first-class treatment. Another praised the setting and ease of finding the location. These details point to an experience that feels more polished than a simple street-side massage shop.

That polish explains part of the price. At about $53.13 per person, this costs more than many basic Thai massage appointments in Chiang Mai. In return, you get two hours, a private room, a consultation, changing clothes, an herbal welcome drink, and post-treatment refreshments. You are paying for the setting and service around the massage as well as the massage itself.

Ginger tea, snacks, and the tropical garden

After the treatment, your practitioner brings you to an air-conditioned area for homemade ginger tea and a light snack. This is a small detail, but it improves the rhythm of the visit. You have somewhere to sit and recover instead of stepping straight from a warm treatment room into Chiang Mai’s streets.

The garden adds another reason to stay a little longer. Water features and tropical planting create a calm setting, and one review described the spa as feeling like a peaceful place in the center of the city. You do not need to turn this into an all-day event, but allowing a little time after the massage makes the experience less rushed.

The ginger tea may not suit everyone, especially if you do not like a strong or spicy drink. Still, it is more personal than a standard bottle of water and fits the Thai spa setting well.

The café and shop are worthwhile extras

Fah Lanna Spa has an on-site café and restaurant serving Thai and international food. This is useful if your appointment falls near lunch or dinner, or if you want to avoid searching for a restaurant while feeling relaxed and slightly sleepy.

The food received unusually strong praise in the available feedback. One person called the café meal delicious, while another said the food was worth adding and praised its quality. That does not mean you should book the massage solely for lunch, but it does make the café a practical part of the visit.

One booking included a 300 THB voucher per person for the café, but that benefit is not stated as part of this massage package. Do not assume food credit is included in the $53.13 price. Ask before ordering if you want to budget accurately.

The spa shop sells exclusive spa products. You might find this convenient if you want to take home something connected to the treatment, but the package does not include any products. The shop is an optional stop, not a required part of the appointment.

When to book the appointment

Morning, afternoon, and evening appointments are available. Each time slot has a different advantage.

A morning visit can help you start a sightseeing day in a calm way, though you may prefer to save a massage until after walking around. An afternoon appointment works well as a break from temples and shopping. An evening session can finish a busy day before dinner, especially since the spa has a café on site.

The experience is booked an average of 29 days ahead, which suggests that popular time slots can fill early. You do not necessarily need to book a month ahead, but I would reserve sooner if your Chiang Mai dates are fixed or if you want a particular time.

Confirmation is normally sent at booking. If you book within three days of the experience, confirmation can take up to 48 hours and depends on availability. That is another reason not to leave this until the last minute.

Who will enjoy this spa package most

This is a good fit for you if you want more than a quick massage and value a clean, attractive setting. It works especially well for:

• Couples who want a private spa stop
• Solo visitors who need a quiet break from sightseeing
• First-time visitors who want to try traditional Thai massage
• People who like a firmer treatment with stretching
• Anyone who wants a massage near Chiang Mai’s Old City
• Diners who would enjoy adding Thai or international food afterward

It may be less suitable if you want a very gentle massage, a beach-style spa setting, or a treatment focused only on oils and soft strokes. Thai massage is a particular style, and the experience does not pretend otherwise.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, and most people can participate. The information does not list medical restrictions, so anyone with a condition affecting massage should raise it with the spa before treatment.

Price, value, and cancellation

At $53.13 per person, this is a mid-range to upscale Chiang Mai spa experience rather than a bargain massage. I think the price is reasonable if you value the private room, two-hour duration, attractive grounds, refreshments, and the option to eat afterward.

The value is weaker if you only want a basic Thai massage and do not care about the setting. Chiang Mai has many cheaper massage options, but this package gives you a more complete visit with extra comforts.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded, and changes within that period are not accepted.

Late arrival is the biggest practical risk. If you arrive late and a therapist or room is no longer available, the spa may reschedule you if space permits. A late booking cannot be refunded simply because you missed the appointment window, so build in extra time for traffic and finding the address.

Should you book the Fah Lanna Spa massage?

Book this experience if you want a polished two-hour spa break in Chiang Mai, especially if the private room and full setting matter as much as the massage. The combination of Thai massage, foot reflexology, tea, snack, garden, café, and shop gives you a complete pause from sightseeing.

Skip it if your main goal is the cheapest possible treatment or if you know that firm pressure and stretching are not for you. For everyone else, arriving early, stating your pressure preference, and keeping time for the ginger tea afterward should make this a well-balanced addition to a Chiang Mai itinerary.

FAQ

Where does the Fah Lanna Spa massage take place?

The experience takes place at Fah Lanna Spa in Chiang Mai’s Old City, at 57 and 57/1 Wiang Kaew Road, Si Phum, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.

How long does the spa experience last?

The treatment package lasts approximately two hours. You should also allow extra time before the appointment for the consultation card and settling in.

What treatments are included?

The package includes a traditional Thai body massage followed by a foot reflexology session. Local taxes and the two-hour luxury spa package are included.

Should I arrive early?

Yes. You should arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete the consultation card. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the spa may give your appointment slot to another customer.

Is the treatment private?

Yes. The treatment takes place in your own private room, which includes an en-suite shower and toilet. The activity itself is private to your group.

Can I cancel the booking for a refund?

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted for a refund.