SAMA Onsen & Massage
Set your expectations for the arrival, not the inside. This place sits at the back of a petrol station, which does nothing for the sense of occasion when you pull up. Walk through the door and it changes completely: clean lines, calm tones, Japanese styling done with some care. Regulars come back for the therapists, and the oil selection gets brought out for you to choose from rather than decided on your behalf.
The pairing that makes sense here is a soak in the onsen followed by bodywork, and everything you need is provided. Couples treatments are popular, and the scrub and aromatic massage comes up again and again in what people write afterwards. It draws locals as much as tourists, which is usually the right signal in Phuket.
Book ahead. It fills up and walk-ins are a gamble, especially in high season. Klook bookings are common and generally go through cleanly, though a few people have turned up to be told their reservation wasn't confirmed, so a direct call to the venue before you travel is worth the two minutes.
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Reviews from Google
This is my second time visiting the Sama Onsen spa and once again I had a wonderful massage experience. The therapist was highly skilled and attentive and you can choose the oil many option which makes the treatment more personalized. The atmosphere was calm clean and relaxing. I left feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Highly recommended.
We thoroughly enjoyed our couples massage…there was a slight miscommunication and when we got to the venue we were told our booking was not confirmed. Luckily, they were able to accommodate us without having to wait. The scrub and aromatic massage was spectacular. They present their selections of oils and scrubs for you to choose from. Venue is beautiful and relaxing…nothing like the gas station it is situated in😂 masseuse Nut was amazing 🥹
SAMA Onsen and Massage is a Japanese themed massage place with a nicely decorated interior. The design is clean and calm, with Japanese elements that make the space feel pleasant and thoughtfully styled when you first walk in. The location, however, was a bit unusual. It sits at the back of a petrol station, almost like the convenience stores you often see attached to gas stations. Because of that, the overall arrival experience did not quite give the relaxing or premium spa feeling you might expect from a place with such a nicely designed interior. I opted for the scrub and oil massage package. The massage technique itself was good and I did feel relaxed during the treatment. The therapists were professional and the scrub portion was done properly. Where the experience became less enjoyable was the layout of the facilities. After the scrub, I had to walk across the hallway wearing only a towel to get to the shower room. There were also no towels provided to dry off afterwards, only a robe. That made the transition a bit uncomfortable and took away from the relaxing atmosphere. Many massage places that offer body scrubs usually have a shower within the treatment room so everything can be done privately and conveniently. This arrangement felt awkward and not very well thought out. Overall the massage itself was decent, but because of the layout and location it is not somewhere I would return to.
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SAMA Onsen & Massage: Frequently Asked Questions
Is SAMA Onsen & Massage worth visiting?
SAMA Onsen & Massage holds a 4.9★ rating from 2,948 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated wellness & spas in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of SAMA Onsen & Massage?
SAMA Onsen & Massage is typically open 10:00-21:30 — 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 SAMA Onsen & Massage?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is SAMA Onsen & Massage located?
SAMA Onsen & Massage is at 2 1 Soi Saphanhin, Talad Yai Muang Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
2 1 Soi Saphanhin, Talad Yai Muang Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand082 249 9622samaonsenspa.com/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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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 – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands