Akha Ya Massage & Spa
Traditional Thai bodywork on Phaholyothin Road, open till 11pm, which is the useful part.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–23:00
Communicate Pressure Preferences
Thai massage can be intense. Say 'bao bao' for lighter pressure or 'nak nak' for harder. A good therapist will check in, but don't hesitate to speak up — suffering in silence defeats the purpose.
Details
- Phone
- +66 87 728 0228
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
The late closing is what makes this one worth knowing about. Doors stay open until 11pm every day of the week, so if you've spent the day up in the hills or walked yourself flat around the temples, there's still time for a proper Thai massage before bed. It opens at 11am too, which suits a midday reset between sightseeing stops just as well.
The draw here is traditional Thai bodywork rather than anything spa-fancy. Expect stretching, pressure work and the sort of session that leaves you loose the next morning, not scented candles and a fruit platter. That's the right trade for most travelers passing through Chiang Rai, and it's a straightforward walk-in kind of place on one of the city's main roads.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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869, 169 Phaholyothin Rd, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Wellness & Spas
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.
Try a Herbal Compress
Add a herbal compress (luk pra kob) to your massage — steamed bundles of lemongrass, turmeric, and camphor pressed into sore muscles. It's deeply therapeutic and uniquely Thai. Usually just 200–300 THB extra.
Akha Ya Massage & Spa: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Akha Ya Massage & Spa worth visiting?
Akha Ya Massage & Spa holds a 4.7★ rating from 376 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated wellness & spas in Chiang Rai.
What are the opening hours of Akha Ya Massage & Spa?
Akha Ya Massage & Spa is typically open 11:00–23:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Akha Ya Massage & Spa?
The best months to visit Chiang Rai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Akha Ya Massage & Spa located?
Akha Ya Massage & Spa is at 869, 169 Phaholyothin Rd, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city center); Songthaews.
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