Both massage and stretching relieve muscle tension, but they work differently. Stretching lengthens muscles you actively engage; massage releases tension passively through manual pressure. Thai massage uniquely combines both, offering the benefits of assisted stretching within a massage session.
Yoga-inspired stretches and pressure delivered by your therapist.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
Deep manual release of tension without stretching movements.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
| Aspect | Assisted Stretching / Thai Massage | Pressure Massage (Aroma / Shiatsu) |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility Improvement | Direct — stretches increase range of motion | Indirect — relaxing muscles can improve flexibility over time |
| Knot and Tension Release | Good — compression helps, but less direct | Excellent — pressure directly breaks down adhesions |
| Active Participation | Passive — therapist guides all movements | Fully passive — you just relax |
| Energizing Effect | Energizing — you feel activated and mobile | Relaxing — you feel calm and sedated |
| Best For Desk Workers | Excellent — counteracts hunching and hip tightness | Great — relieves upper back and shoulder knots |
Choose Thai massage if you need flexibility, feel stiff from sitting all day, or want an energizing session that leaves you moving better. It's stretching and massage in one.
Choose Aroma or Shiatsu if you have painful knots, want deep tension release, or prefer a calming, sedating experience rather than active movement.
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Keep your routine simple with English support and therapist continuity.
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Every MassageGo therapist meets strict qualification requirements
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.
Regular performance reviews based on customer feedback. Therapists maintain a 4.5+ rating to stay active.
Pay cash (VND) after your session — the price you see is the price you pay
Everything you need to know before you book
Occasion-based bookings — couples sessions, pre/post-flight treatments, business trip relaxation — often benefit from a bit more notice than standard same-day bookings. Couples sessions (two therapists simultaneously) need 3–4 hours notice. Pre-flight sessions with a fixed departure time should be booked the night before to avoid timing pressure. Business trip bookings work best on a rolling schedule — book the evening session for the next evening at check-out each morning. Post-flight bookings are the most spontaneous and work fine with 2 hours notice from arrival. All bookings go via WhatsApp; mention the occasion context when booking and we will match the service recommendation to your situation.
The key timing principle for occasion-based bookings is to work backward from your fixed commitments. For a pre-flight session: book to end 90 minutes before you need to leave for the airport. For a couples evening: book to start after dinner, typically 8–9 PM for a 7 PM dinner. For a business trip session on a busy schedule: a morning foot or head and shoulder massage (60 minutes, clothed, no shower needed) is the most flexible option — it fits before a full day of meetings and causes no post-session logistics. For a last-night-in-HCMC session: book the day before; late-night slots (after 11 PM) are available with the 100,000 VND surcharge.
In-room massage works particularly well for occasions because the setting is already familiar and comfortable — your own hotel room rather than a spa changing room. For couples: the same room, same start time, no coordination issues. For travel recovery: the therapist arrives within an hour of you deciding you need treatment, without leaving the hotel. For a special occasion gift: booking in advance via the website form and providing a start time gives the recipient a confirmed session without any WhatsApp coordination needed on their end. The therapist is punctual, professional, and brings everything. Cash payment after means no awkward card machine moments at the end. No tipping is expected, though it is appreciated.
“I yoga regularly and thought it covered what massage does. It doesn't. A 90-minute Thai session reaches muscle density and tension patterns that self-directed stretching doesn't access. The two complement rather than substitute. I do both now and the combination is significantly better than either alone.”
Anna H.
Germany