Do Bangkok hotels allow outside massage therapists?
It depends on the hotel. Some let registered visitors go up to guest rooms as usual; others do not allow outside services, particularly hotels with their own spa. The only reliable way to know is to ask reception before you book.
What the front desk may ask for
- The guest’s name and the room number the visitor is going to
- The visitor’s ID card, to register it or hold it while they are in the building
- Confirmation from the guest, by a call to the room or by meeting the visitor in the lobby
How to check your hotel’s policy before booking
Call or message reception and ask: “Can I have a massage therapist visit my room, and what do visitors need to do?” Note the answer and the name of the person you spoke to, and tell them the time your therapist is due.
Condos and serviced apartments
Most Bangkok condos ask visitors to exchange an ID card with security, and lifts usually need a key card. Tell the juristic office or security in advance and meet your therapist in the lobby if needed. Serviced apartments tend to follow hotel-style rules.
Preparing your room
- Clear space around the bed or on the floor so your therapist can move around you.
- For aromatherapy or a body scrub, lay a towel down to protect the bed.
- Set a comfortable temperature and cut out noise.
Ready to book? See in-room massage at hotels and condos, or the area pages for Sukhumvit and Silom and Sathorn.
FAQ
What if my hotel does not allow it?
Please do not book to the room. If you already have, contact the SpaDrop team with your booking number as soon as possible.
Should I tell the hotel why the visitor is coming?
Yes, simply say it is a massage therapist you have booked. Letting reception know in advance saves calls while your therapist waits.
Is SpaDrop partnered with any hotel?
No. SpaDrop is not affiliated with any hotel, and each hotel’s policy is its own.