Holi Thai Luxury Hair Spa (Thai-style head therapy)

Published · Relaxing head, neck & shoulder massage with Thai hair spa

Holi Thai Luxury Hair Spa is a systematic relaxation treatment for the head, neck and shoulders, built on traditional Thai massage. It runs in five steps — neck and shoulder release, scalp pressure points, traditional hair wash, warm water therapy and a finishing massage — on the principle of “loosen first, wash second”. A hair wash cleans; head therapy resets.

Holi treats the head, neck and shoulders as the area where stress collects: long flights, phone necks and late nights leave the scalp tight, the shoulders stiff and sleep shallow. Many guests fall asleep in the second half of the session.

Head therapy station at Holi Bangkok ICONSIAMHead therapy station at Holi Chiang Mai Old City

Duration and prices

30 min

฿500
All five steps at a brisker pace — good between shopping stops

45 min

฿700
Balanced timing; the most popular option

60 min

฿890
Full time on every step; best on arrival day or before bed

Prices in Thai baht, tax included, identical at the four directly-run branches; no extra charges, tips optional. All three durations include the full five steps — only the time spent on each step changes. Blow-drying is complimentary and not counted in the session time.

The five steps

  1. Neck and shoulder releaseThai pressure-point work on the trapezius and the top of the shoulders to take the stiffness out of the upper body first.
  2. Scalp pressure pointsFinger pressure along the scalp lines, focusing on the crown and the base of the skull, to ease tightness and head heaviness.
  3. Traditional hair washWarm water and hand technique clean the scalp, water flow and fingertips moving together.
  4. Warm water therapyA ring of warm water soaks the scalp and the back of the neck for deeper release.
  5. FinishingThe therapist blow-dries your hair, applies hair oil and closes with Thai massage strokes so you come back to yourself gently.

When to fit it into a trip

Branches

BranchAddressHoursPhone
Bangkok Ratchada (flagship)
Head spa at this branch
238/21 Soi Ratchadaphisek 18, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 1031011:00–23:30062-808-9996
Bangkok ICONSIAM (Holi Icon Massage)
Head spa at this branch
134/5 Krung Thon Buri Road, Khlong San, Bangkok 1060011:00–23:30061-886-9888
Pattaya
Head spa at this branch
246/4 Moo 9, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri 2015011:00–23:30080-917-0666
Chiang Mai Old City
Head spa at this branch
96/2 Ratchamanka Road, Phra Sing, Chiang Mai 5020011:00–23:00063-712-7570

The Phuket Patong branch is a franchise partner store and does not currently offer Thai head therapy. Prices are identical at the four directly-run branches.

Technique and standards

The technique uses traditional Thai pressure points as its framework. Pressure is “deep but never forced, penetrating but never painful”: it comes from angle and rhythm, not strength. Shoulders are worked with pushing, kneading and pressing; the head with point pressure, circling and compression; the pace slows as the session goes on.

Therapists are trained and assessed to one standard, so the experience is the same at every directly-run branch. Prices are transparent with no hidden charges. Lighting and sound are kept low, and nobody sells you anything during the session.

Please note

Not recommended with open wounds, inflammation or acute skin conditions on the scalp, after recent head surgery, or with fever. If you are pregnant, please check with your doctor first and tell the therapist. Head therapy is a relaxation treatment, not medical care. Guests must be 18 or over.

FAQ

Do I need to book?
A day ahead is best; walk-ins are usually fine. LINE 0830128785, WeChat 384577135, or call the branch.
Is it for men and women?
Both. No change of clothes; seated and lying positions alternate.
What is the difference between 30 and 60 minutes?
Same five steps; only the time on each step differs. First-timers usually choose 45 minutes.
Will I leave with wet hair?
No. Blow-dry and hair oil are included and not counted in the time.
How do I pay?
Cash (THB), credit card, Thai QR (PromptPay), Alipay and WeChat Pay.

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