Thai massage and foot massage sit at opposite ends of the spectrum: one is a dynamic full-body workout, the other a focused lower-leg treatment. Choosing between them depends on whether you need overall flexibility and energy or targeted relief for tired, aching feet.
Dynamic stretching and pressing that energizes your entire body.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
Reflexology-based relief for tired feet and lower legs.
From 500,000 VND
Best For:
Techniques:
| Aspect | Thai Massage | Foot Massage |
|---|---|---|
| Body Coverage | Full body from head to toe—back, legs, arms, neck all included | Feet, ankles, and lower legs only |
| Price | From 500,000 VND for 60 minutes | From 500,000 VND for 60 minutes—100,000 VND less |
| Intensity | Firm pressure with active stretching—you will be moved into positions | Medium pressure focused on reflex points and deep thumb work |
| Best Time to Book | Morning or midday when you want an energy boost for the rest of your day | Evening after a long day of walking, sightseeing, or shopping |
| Recovery Focus | Improves flexibility, relieves stiffness, restores range of motion | Relieves foot fatigue, improves circulation in lower extremities |
| Session Feel | Active—you participate in stretches and movements throughout | Passive—lie back and relax while the therapist works your feet |
Choose Thai Massage if you want a full-body experience that leaves you feeling stretched, energized, and more flexible. Ideal before active days or for athletic recovery.
Choose Foot Massage if your feet are the main problem—after walking tours, long flights, or a day in heels. It is quicker, cheaper, and laser-focused on lower-leg relief.
Same-day booking. Confirmed in minutes.
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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
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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.
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Everything you need to know before you book
Both services in this comparison are clothed — no oil, no undressing required, and therapist setup under 5 minutes. This makes same-day bookings straightforward: as little as 1–2 hours notice is sufficient for most clothed services. Book via WhatsApp with your hotel name, the service you have chosen, preferred duration, and start time. Confirmation comes within 30 minutes. The 90-minute format is recommended for first-timers with either service — enough time to cover a thorough sequence without feeling rushed. Late-night sessions (after 11 PM) are available with a 100,000 VND surcharge.
Clothed massage services are the most flexible in terms of timing — no oil smell to consider, no shower needed afterward, and you can book at any hour without the pre/post logistics of oil-based treatments. Both Thai and shiatsu see strong morning bookings for an energy-boosting or jet-lag-addressing start. Head and shoulder and foot massage are popular midday and early evening. For any clothed service, the most available booking windows are mid-morning (9–11 AM) and early evening (5–7 PM). If you are deciding between morning and evening, consider that Thai and shiatsu work well at both; foot and head and shoulder are more evening-weighted in typical booking patterns.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing — the therapist can provide suitable clothes if needed for Thai massage. The therapist arrives with a padded mat or compact kit and sets up in 3–5 minutes. Sessions for clothed services involve pressure, compression, and stretching rather than gliding strokes. Communicate freely about pressure intensity during the session — the therapist adjusts based on your feedback. Most guests feel energized rather than drowsy after clothed pressure work. No shower is needed after. Payment is cash, settled directly with the therapist at the end of the session.
“After a day on foot in HCMC, foot massage is the targeted solution. After a day of meetings with bad posture, Thai covers the whole structure. I book based on where the day's damage has accumulated. Both delivered well.”
Daniel K.
Netherlands