About Hand to Hand Spa Aonang
Walk-in massage shop with consistent quality. A favourite of budget travellers for daily foot massages.
Walk-in massage shop with consistent quality. A favourite of budget travellers for daily foot massages.
Why visit
- Pricing is fair for Krabi 250-400 baht for an hour of Thai massage in most cases
- Therapists trained in traditional Thai techniques with consistent quality across treatments
- Air-conditioned rooms with proper privacy not the open-front shop format
- Hand to Hand Spa Aonang in Ao Nang, the main beach-resort hub west of Krabi Town delivers genuine Thai massage rather than the hurried tourist-strip version found in busier areas
- Walking distance from Khao Phanom Bencha National Park so it fits into a wider day
What to expect
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Local tips
- Cash is preferred at most Krabi spas for tipping the therapist
- Shower at the spa if available you will be oiled and warm afterwards
- Combine with a quiet evening avoid scheduling busy plans straight after
- Schedule the appointment after sightseeing not before
Frequently asked questions
Is tipping expected?
Tipping the therapist directly is appreciated and the local norm is 50-100 baht for an hour. Larger tips are not necessary unless you booked an extended luxury treatment. The bill itself does not include service charge except at hotel spas.
What should I wear or bring?
Loose clothing is provided for Thai massage and a sarong for oil treatments. Shower facilities vary so check at booking. Bring small cash for tipping the therapist 50-100 baht is the local norm.
Is the massage suitable for a first-time visitor?
Yes the staff are used to first-timers and will guide you through. Mention any injuries pregnancy or pressure preferences before starting. Thai massage involves stretching that some find intense Western-style oil massage is gentler.