Sawan massage
Sawan Massage occupies a spot on Pattayasaisong Road and has built steady custom among both visitors and Pattaya residents looking for reliable, no-frills therapeutic massage. The focus is on traditional Thai technique — pressure-point work, stretching, and deep-tissue massage — rather than spa-style add-ons. With a 4.1 rating across a solid review base, the service is consistent if not exceptional, and the pricing reflects the area rather than a luxury positioning. Foot massage and oil massage are also available. It is a functional, trustworthy option in a city where quality at massage shops can vary significantly.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Sawan massage, round out your day in Pattaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
There are so many massage places on this street so we just randomly chose one There are many masseurs on site and this location has many floors and many beds Pricing is good and service as well People should give this place a try and will not be disappointed
This is a great shop lady who owns it is lovely and very pleasant the girls are lovely too the best massage I have been too in pattaya situated in an ideal location on soi buakhao highly recommend a massage here
We visited Sawan one 3 times in 7 days. (There are 3 Sawan on the same Avenue. ) Excellent, super friendly service, very skilled, lower rates compared to the main street parlours.
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: June – October (rainy, rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Minibus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (~1.5 hrs). Bus from Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai (~2 hrs). No direct train.
Getting around
- •Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes)
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Ferry to Koh Larn island