10 Best Foot Massage in Ko Phangan

After living in Thailand for three years, I’ve learned that a good Foot Massage is essential! Especially after exploring the beautiful beaches of Koh Phangan. It’s such a great value way to relax and recharge.

I’ve tried many places, and I wanted to share my top 10 picks on the island. All these shops have earned their spot with over 100 positive reviews, so you know you’re getting quality service. Finding a truly relaxing experience can make a huge difference to your holiday or daily life here.

If you’re also exploring other parts of Thailand, you might find my Bangkok guide helpful too: Check out the best foot massage spots in Bangkok!

Sri Pai Massage

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  • Rating: 4.9
  • Price: Standard/Affordable (mentioned as “unbeatable”)
  • Recommended: Visitors seeking high-quality, personalized therapeutic massages at great value, appreciating a warm, authentic atmosphere over luxury.

This place might look humble, but don’t let that fool you – many experienced travelers call it one of the best massages they’ve had in Thailand. The therapists here are exceptionally skilled, really knowing how to find and work out those tricky problem areas and trigger points.

They’re thorough, use effective balms you can even buy, and the staff are just genuinely sweet and kind, making you feel welcome. It’s not a luxury spa, but it’s clean, functional, and the warm, authentic vibe is lovely.

They even give you complimentary yummy tea afterwards. If you’re looking for a truly high-quality, therapeutic massage that delivers amazing results without breaking the bank, this is the spot.

The value is simply unbeatable.

Reviews

  • Jin gave a phenomenal back massage, very thorough and used a great balm!
  • Absolutely the best Thai massage I’ve had, therapist focused skillfully on my problem areas.
  • Such precious and sweet ladies work here! Good massage for an unbeatable price, plus yummy tea.
  • The massage was okay, but the room felt a bit cramped and noisy sometimes.
  • One of the best massages in 12 years of visiting Thailand. Will definitely return!
  • The therapists clearly know their stuff, finding and fixing problems. Humble place, excellent massage.
  • It was a decent massage, but didn’t quite hit the deep spots I was hoping for.
  • Best massage in 5 months in Thailand! Very professional and kind people. The tea was amazing too.
  • Didn’t expect much, but left thinking it was one of the best massages ever. Wow!
  • Felt like heaven here! They know the trigger points, great energy, kind staff, and good tea.

Pure Relax Sri Thanu

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  • Rating: 4.8
  • Price: Standard
  • Recommended: Guests looking for reliable, professional massages (especially oil/balm) in a clean, well-designed environment. Booking in advance is often necessary, particularly later in the day.

Pure Relax Sri Thanu stands out for its clean, well-designed space and professional approach. If you’re feeling deeply fatigued, their therapists are known for having strong hands that really get the job done.

They offer a good variety of massages, including quality oil and balm options, and are skilled at pinpointing those stubborn tension spots. Whether you prefer a strong touch or something gentler, they can accommodate.

The staff are friendly and professional, contributing to the overall relaxing experience, complete with calming music. It’s a reliable choice for a solid massage, especially if you enjoy oil or balm treatments.

Just remember it gets popular, so booking ahead is a smart move, particularly for evening slots.

Reviews

  • The staff here have great hand power, best fatigue relief I’ve had in Thailand!
  • Super service and massage! Book ahead, they get busy. Definitely recommended for Thai massage.
  • Very relaxing massage from professional and friendly ladies. Felt like hours of sleep!
  • Sometimes the massage quality varies, feels like a bit of a roulette depending on the therapist.
  • My favorite place! Came many times, always good quality massages. Clean place, relaxing music.
  • Beautifully designed place with high quality. Well located and a wonderful experience overall.
  • My foot massage felt weird today, the therapist seemed distracted for a good portion of it.
  • One of the best on the island. Great service, skilled staff. Oil massage and Thai with balm recommended.
  • The coconut oil massage was amazing, gentle yet effective technique. Highly recommend!
  • Felt like a newborn after the 2hr Thai Oil/Balm massage. Found all the sweet spots!

REVIVE Massage

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  • Rating: 4.6
  • Price: Standard (stable pricing noted)
  • Recommended: Individuals needing focused therapeutic massage for specific pain points, massage connoisseurs appreciating precision, or those interested in unique treatments like Facelift Massage.

REVIVE Massage attracts those who appreciate real precision and professionalism in their massage. Therapists like Tum, Bella, and Som Si are frequently mentioned for being highly attentive and skilled, particularly Bella, who even impressed a fellow massage therapist with her ability to find every tension spot and work deeply.

This is a great spot if you have specific back or shoulder issues needing targeted therapeutic work. They also offer unique treatments like the Facelift Massage.

The atmosphere is cozy, and the experience is rounded off nicely with complimentary tea and fruit. For massage connoisseurs or anyone needing focused relief from specific pain points, REVIVE offers a high level of expertise at standard, stable prices.

Reviews

  • Hands down the best massage place in Koh Phangan! Therapists are professional and precise.
  • Tum was exceptionally pleasant for Thai and oil massages during my three-week stay. Highly trusted!
  • Found this place again after years! Still the best massage experience compared to many others.
  • The foot massage was the most painful I’ve ever had, felt zero relaxation unfortunately.
  • As a therapist, this is the best massage I’ve had in Thailand. Bella found all tension areas!
  • Kind and super professional staff. Cozy place with tea and fruit afterwards. Aloe Vera massage recommended.
  • Quality seems to have weakened recently, lots of therapist turnover and inconsistent pressure sometimes.
  • Came twice, With was the best masseur ever! Worked magic on my tense back and shoulders.
  • Som Si gave the best Facelift Massage, found all triggers in my face, jar, and neck. Amazing!
  • Best back-neck-shoulder massage on the island! Felt so good afterward, highly recommend from my heart.

San Rak Health massage

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  • Rating: 5.0
  • Price: Standard/Affordable (mentioned as “great”)
  • Recommended: Anyone desiring a deeply caring, relaxing, yet highly effective massage, especially recommended for outstanding foot massages or those sensitive to aggressive techniques.

San Rak Health Massage earns its perfect rating through an atmosphere that feels genuinely welcoming and safe, created by an incredibly warm and friendly team. Therapists like Mama Mouse, Pipon, and Ratporn are often described as “healers,” delivering massages that are both blissful and highly effective, crucially, without causing pain.

This makes it an excellent choice for those with sensitive nervous systems or anyone wary of overly aggressive techniques. They are particularly noted for exceptional Thai body and foot massages.

The whole place just seems to radiate a beautiful, positive energy. If you’re looking for a deeply caring and relaxing experience that still delivers fantastic therapeutic results, especially for a foot massage, San Rak is a standout choice offering great value.

Reviews

  • Visited several times, always a delight! Team is incredibly warm, friendly, and professional.
  • Welcomed with warmth and professionalism. Therapists are sweet, skilled, and attentive. Great experience!
  • The best Thai body and foot massage here! Both were absolutely incredible, had to return.
  • The staff’s English wasn’t great, which made explaining specific needs a little difficult sometimes.
  • Amazing experience! Massage was perfect, relaxing, not painful like others. Clean and comfortable place.
  • Wow! Had an amazing deep tissue massage here that really helped my specific issues. Highly recommended.
  • It’s a small place, so it could feel a bit crowded if multiple people are there.
  • Mama Mouse is a healer! Felt like new born after her massage. A blissful experience indeed.
  • Pipon is so loving, the energy in the shop is incredibly beautiful. Felt safe and relaxed, plus great prices!
  • Ratporn is truly amazing! Attentive and just the right pressure for my sensitive system. Highly satisfied.

Boonma Health Massage

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  • Rating: 4.8
  • Price: Standard/Affordable (mentioned as “not expensive”)
  • Recommended: Guests seeking a strong yet deeply relaxing massage in a calm, clean setting. Particularly good for foot/shoulder work and as a preferred alternative to Pure Relax for some due to stronger pressure.

Boonma Health Massage creates a wonderfully welcoming, positive, and peaceful atmosphere perfect for unwinding. Masseuses like Sao are known for being both strong and attentive, applying just the right pressure to induce deep relaxation while effectively working out tension.

They receive high praise for their foot and shoulder massages, making it a go-to spot if those are your areas of focus. The salon is noted for its cleanliness and well-trained, professional staff, with relaxing tea offered post-treatment.

For those who find some other places a bit too gentle, Boonma provides a satisfyingly strong yet still deeply relaxing alternative. They also offer other spa services like scrubs and waxing, all at affordable prices.

Reviews

  • Welcoming, positive, peaceful atmosphere. Amazing Foot & Shoulder massage, perfect pressure, felt super relaxed.
  • Masseuses are stronger and more attentive than other places. A great place for relaxing massage.
  • Best massage in Phangan so far! Lovely owner and masseuse, great energy, felt light afterwards.
  • Wish they had more private rooms, sometimes you can hear others during the massage.
  • Super clean place with excellent, well-trained staff. Always polite, never disappointed. Highly recommend Sao!
  • Best massage in Thailand! Went four days in a row, it was superb every time.
  • The waiting area is small, can get a bit busy during peak times.
  • Best foot massage ever! Sauo has a gift in her hands. Truly thankful for the experience.
  • Amazing massage, very relaxing and professional. Face scrub and neck/foot massage felt really good. Great value!
  • Fantastic experience! Staff are true professionals, exceptionally friendly, and speak English well. Relaxing place.

Pure Relax

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  • Rating: 4.6
  • Price: Standard/Loyal Prices
  • Recommended: Visitors seeking a reputable, well-established salon with diverse services including spa packages. Good for repeat visitors or those booking planned treatments. (Note: Some recent reviews mention inconsistency/service issues).

Pure Relax is one of Koh Phangan’s long-established massage salons, building a solid reputation over many years. It’s a place people return to, known for its skilled and experienced practitioners like JJ, who deliver good quality oil and Thai massages.

They offer a range of services, including spa packages, and can often help address specific aches or pains. Its convenient location with parking adds to the appeal.

Being a popular and well-known spot, especially during high season, booking your appointment in advance is definitely recommended. While it’s generally seen as a reliable and professional choice for planned treatments or spa experiences, it’s worth noting that a few recent reviews have mentioned some inconsistency in service.

Reviews

  • Incredible experience! Practitioners are highly skilled, professional, and dedicated. Helped address my specific issues.
  • Best massage salon on the island, been coming for 3 years. Always great, friends loved it too!
  • Come here often, always like the massage and spa. Book in advance during high season!
  • Worst experience ever, staff was extremely rude and made false accusations about something minor.
  • Highly recommend! Travel from Samui for massages here. So relaxing, clean, friendly staff. Spa package amazing.
  • JJ was very good for Thai Oil Massage. Mixed oil with tiger balm, felt great afterwards.
  • Just got oil “applied”, not massaged. Didn’t help my sore legs at all, very disappointing foot massage.
  • Excellent salon, convenient location, parking available. Professional staff and loyal prices. Quality 5+.
  • Oil and Thai massages were really good here. Felt much better after visiting multiple times.
  • One of the best massages! Staff are amazing and well experienced. They did a great job.

Amatrra Massage

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  • Rating: 4.8
  • Price: Standard
  • Recommended: Individuals with specific muscle knots or tension needing expert attention, or those seeking a top-tier foot massage in a relaxing environment. Popular with expats.

Amatrra Massage is where you go when you need someone who *really* knows what they’re doing, especially with stubborn knots and tension. Masseuses here, particularly Pon who’s described as a “true healer,” possess an expert ability to find those hidden spots causing pain and skillfully work them out.

They offer fantastic foot massages with just the right pressure, enjoyed in comfy seats. Their Thai massages strike a great balance – strong and effective enough to make a difference, yet still deeply relaxing.

The atmosphere is calm, the team is lovely, and they offer tea or water afterward. It’s a popular spot, especially with expats, for anyone needing expert therapeutic attention or simply a top-notch foot rub.

Reviews

  • Had a great 1-hour foot massage, perfect pressure, not too strong. Really relaxed, almost fell asleep!
  • One of the best Thai massages in Thailand! Deeply relaxing yet strong and effective. Precision technique.
  • Wow! Amazing massage from Pon. She found exact spots no one else did, true pain relief expert!
  • Visited a few times, but the quality was disappointing again this time. Won’t be returning.
  • Incredible massage, felt amazing afterwards. Exactly the right balance between strong and soft. Lovely team!
  • Really good place, masseuses are quite skilled. Calm atmosphere, definitely recommended for a quality massage.
  • The waiting area is comfortable, but sometimes the tea offered after isn’t very hot.
  • Best massage shop on the island! Been coming back since last year. 20/10 would recommend.
  • One of the best massages ever! Perfect pressure, focused on tense spots. Will visit again if back!
  • Had massages here daily, even expats frequent this place. Consistently great quality and service. Thank you!

Pure Relax Thong Sala

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  • Rating: 4.7
  • Price: Standard (300 baht mentioned for Thai)
  • Recommended: Centrally located visitors in Thong Sala seeking skilled Thai or sports massages, particularly longer sessions. Honest staff noted for returning a lost phone. (Note: Some recent reviews mention shared rooms impacting privacy).

Conveniently located right in Thong Sala, Pure Relax offers a professional and skilled massage experience. Therapist “Day” comes highly recommended, particularly if you’re looking for a thorough two-hour Thai massage.

The staff generally are noted for being knowledgeable and attentive, seeming to have a knack for knowing where you need extra focus. They also offer sports massages if you prefer firmer pressure.

The environment is clean with a pleasant aroma, and you get a relaxing hot tea afterwards, which is a nice touch. Their honesty was highlighted when they returned a lost phone.

It’s a solid choice for a Thai or sports massage downtown, though be aware some recent feedback mentioned shared rooms impacting privacy somewhat.

Reviews

  • Recommend “Day” for a two-hour Thai massage! She was amazing, knew exactly what I needed.
  • Excellent massage, knowledgeable and professional staff. Knew where extra work was needed. Best in Thailand!
  • Very clean place, professional massage. Amazing and pleasant every time. Nice smell, polite masters, relaxing tea.
  • The ‘private massage’ sign is misleading, you still share the room with others which wasn’t ideal.
  • Very good massage in central Koh Phangan. Relaxed vibe, they take good care of you. Recommend!
  • One of the best massages on the island! Relaxing Thai massage, but they offer firmer options too.
  • The experience felt rushed today, put in a room with someone else already mid-massage. Disappointing.
  • Exceptional quality massage! Therapist was incredibly skilled and attentive. Excellent customer service, felt welcomed.
  • Amazing Massage – Highly Recommended! Had an incredible massage experience here, top-notch place!
  • Appreciated the receptionist informing me about the type of Thai massage. Good communication and service.

Double B Health Massage

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  • Rating: 4.9
  • Price: Standard/Affordable
  • Recommended: Guests looking for massages that are both deeply relaxing and therapeutically effective, especially those who prefer strong but comfortable pressure to address pain or tension.

Double B Health Massage strikes that sought-after balance between deep relaxation and precise therapeutic work. Masseuses like owner View/Wiu and Mo are praised for being not only highly skilled but also genuinely kind and friendly.

They tailor the pressure to your needs, delivering a strong massage that effectively targets pain and tension – reviewers mention significant relief from shoulder and thigh pain – but crucially, it’s not painful. The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, welcoming, and quiet, adding to the relaxing experience.

Whether you opt for a Thai, oil, or foot massage, expect excellent quality. It’s a top choice if you want a massage that’s both blissfully relaxing and genuinely effective at a great price.

Reviews

  • Absolutely perfect, one of the best massages ever! Relaxing yet therapeutically precise. Warm atmosphere.
  • Amazing place! Fixed my shoulder/thigh pain after a trip. Reduced pain by 90%. Kind staff.
  • Really good massage! Perfect pressure for Thai massage, not too hard. Boyfriend liked his oil massage too.
  • The chairs were a bit uncomfortable for the foot massage duration, could be improved.
  • Tried Thai and oil massage, absolutely delighted! Perfectly relieved tension while providing deep relaxation.
  • Therapist Mo was amazing for shoulder/back! Didn’t hurt but hit spots perfectly. Great technique.
  • It was good, but maybe a bit too strong for my personal preference sometimes.
  • Lovely people, great massages! Came back 4 times. Really kind, good massage. Quiet, relaxing place.
  • Owner View is very kind and super skilled. Proper strong but not painful massage, hit exact spots!
  • Great oil massage! Relaxing with just the right pressure. Liked it a lot compared to others.

Conclusion

So there you have it – my top 10 picks for an amazing Foot Massage experience in Koh Phangan! From the incredibly skilled therapists at Sri Pai and San Rak known for their healing touch, to the professional atmosphere at Pure Relax locations, there’s something for everyone.

Whether you need deep therapeutic work like REVIVE offers or just a wonderfully relaxing hour at Amatrra or Boonma, these spots consistently deliver great value and quality. Remember places like Pure Relax Sri Thanu or Double B often require booking, especially if you want that perfect pressure. As someone living here, finding these gems makes island life even better!

Curious about what makes Thai foot massage unique? Learn more about the traditional techniques here.