amaranth spa at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok
Nestled within the Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok hotel on Soi Ton Son in the Lumphini district, Amaranth Spa is a full-service wellness facility drawing both hotel guests and Bangkok residents seeking professional, unhurried treatment in an upscale setting. The spa's calm, elegantly designed environment creates a sense of relaxation from the moment of arrival, with a team of skilled therapists known for attentive, personalised care. Treatments on offer include therapeutic massage, aromatherapy baths, and facials, with options such as the 90-minute Mama Bear massage drawing particular praise from visitors. Therapists are frequently highlighted by name in guest feedback for their precision and intuitive approach to tension relief, particularly for shoulders and back. Longer, multi-component packages are also available for those wanting a more immersive experience, combining body and skin treatments in a single session. Good to know: the spa is open every day of the week from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, making it straightforward to schedule around a busy Bangkok itinerary. Those considering a premium package — some treatments reach into the tens of thousands of baht — are advised to review exactly what is included before booking, and to confirm any meal or add-on components directly with the spa. Advance booking through the official website is recommended, particularly for longer treatments or popular time slots on weekends.
Experience hints
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Visitor Reviews
Had a great experience at Amaranth Spa. The space is clean, relaxing, and has a really calm vibe that helps you unwind right away. K. Pang was amazing… very skilled, attentive, and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. The treatment felt personalized and left me feeling refreshed and relaxed. Definitely recommend Amaranth Spa, especially if you get a session with K. Pang.
Amaranth spa was a wonderful experience. Male therapist Max was very experienced and slowly unknotted my shoulder and back. He did it slowly and carefully. Felt so relaxed after that. After the spa there was a resting room with tea. Thank you max !
best spa i’ve ever tried! i had Mook as my therapist and she was exceptional. went for the mama bear 90min message which is a medium pressure massage and i felt so relaxed after :) she is so meticulous from start to finish! definitely coming back
Location Info
Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok, 78 Soi Ton Son, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand+66 2 056 9999www.kimptonmaalaibangkok.com/facilities/amaranth-spa/Tips for Visiting Wellness & Spas
Learn Wat Pho First
Wat Pho in Bangkok is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage education. Their on-site massage pavilion offers excellent treatments from students and graduates at reasonable prices — and you know the technique is authentic.
Communicate Pressure Preferences
Thai massage can be intense. Say 'bao bao' for lighter pressure or 'nак nак' for harder. A good therapist will check in, but don't hesitate to speak up — suffering in silence defeats the purpose.
Book Longer Sessions
A 60-minute massage is fine, but 90 or 120 minutes allows the therapist to work thoroughly. The price difference is often only 200–400 THB for an extra hour — worth it for a deeper, more relaxing experience.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter