These two massages serve very different purposes. Cupping uses suction to release deep muscle tension, while Aroma massage uses essential oils for relaxation. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right treatment.
Traditional therapy that releases deep muscle tension.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
Drift into deep relaxation and sleep better tonight.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
| Aspect | Cupping Massage | Aroma Body Massage |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Therapeutic—targets specific muscle problems | Relaxation—promotes overall calm and well-being |
| Intensity | Firm pressure with suction—may leave temporary marks | Light to medium—purely comfortable |
| After Effects | Muscle relief, possible circular marks for 3-7 days | Deeply relaxed, sleepy, no visible marks |
| Best For | Athletes, chronic pain sufferers, tension relief | Stressed travelers, sleep problems, general wellness |
| Price | 500,000 VND (premium therapeutic) | 500,000 VND (accessible relaxation) |
Choose Cupping when you have specific muscle tension, chronic pain, or want therapeutic benefits.
Choose Aroma when you want pure relaxation, better sleep, or a gentle introduction to massage.
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All therapists hold professional massage therapy certificates from accredited Vietnamese training programs.
Each therapist completes a minimum of 200 hours of hands-on training before joining our team.
We require at least 3 years of professional massage experience at hotels or licensed spas.
Our therapists can communicate in basic English to ensure a comfortable experience for international guests.
Every therapist goes through our rigorous 4-step screening process
We review professional certifications, training records, and a minimum of 3 years of spa or hotel experience.
Government-issued ID verification and background check to ensure your safety and peace of mind.
Hands-on skills test covering multiple massage techniques, hygiene protocols, and professional conduct.
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Everything you need to know before you book
Services that use oil or specialised equipment (aromatherapy, hot stone, cupping) need 2–3 hours notice for same-day bookings — more than clothed services — because the therapist needs to prepare oil selections or bring a stone heating unit. Hot stone requires the most lead time: 3 hours ahead is advisable to guarantee both therapist and equipment availability. Same-day bookings are routinely available before 7 PM. Book via WhatsApp with your hotel name, the service you have chosen, session length, and preferred start time. For aromatherapy, mention any scent preferences or sensitivities. For cupping, mention any health conditions or contraindications.
Oil and equipment-based services are strongly evening-weighted. Aromatherapy is almost entirely booked in the 7–10 PM window — the oils and deep relaxation carry directly into sleep. Hot stone shares this pattern, with the warming effect most valued as a prelude to sleep; the 7–9 PM window is the busiest. Cupping is more flexible — mid-afternoon (2–5 PM) is common because cupping leaves temporary circular marks, and guests often want daylight hours remaining afterward rather than scheduling it immediately before sleep. For same-day evening availability, booking by 4 PM gives the most options. The 90-minute format is recommended for hot stone; 60–90 minutes for aromatherapy and cupping.
The therapist arrives with massage oils and all service-specific equipment — stone heating unit, oil selection, or cups depending on the service. Setup takes 5–8 minutes; hot stone adds 8–10 minutes for the heating unit to reach working temperature. Please have your bed cleared and ready. For oil massages you undress to your comfort level (underwear is standard) and are covered by a sheet throughout — only the area being worked is uncovered at any time. For cupping, the therapist typically begins with a standard massage to warm the muscles before applying cups. All equipment is cleaned between sessions. Payment is cash after.
“Cupping finds tension and removes it directly. Aroma surrounds you in calm until tension releases on its own. Both effective. Cupping for physical issues, aroma for mental ones. Having both available through the same booking system at consistent quality is genuinely convenient.”
Rob H.
Australia