2 Hrs Sense of Relax (Body Scrub with Aroma oil massage)

The best part of this Chiang Mai spa visit is the careful ritual around the massage. You arrive by private car, receive a cool towel and tea, have your feet cleaned with salt, then change into soft clothing before entering a private treatment room. I like the quiet, personal setup and the welcome tea and snack at the end.

I also like that the package combines a body scrub or wrap with an oil massage and a facial, rather than offering only a standard massage. The main consideration is time: the treatment is advertised as about two hours 30 minutes, so this is a substantial part of your day, and the booking information does not spell out how the treatment time is divided.

Key points at a glance

• Private pickup and return: Transportation is included within the provider’s free service area, saving you the trouble of arranging a taxi before and after your treatment.
• A three-part spa package: Choose a body scrub or body wrap, receive a relaxing oil massage, and select one facial treatment from the available menu.
• Thoughtful arrival ritual: Expect a cool towel, special tea, foot cleansing with salt, and soft, clean clothes before treatment.
• Private treatment room: Only your group participates, which suits couples, friends, or anyone who prefers a quiet setting.
• A gentle finish: Warm tea and a snack are served after the treatment, and you are advised to stay warm rather than shower immediately.
• Plan ahead: The experience is often reserved well in advance, and the provider recommends booking ahead because demand can be strong.

What the Sense of Relax package includes

The Home Massage and Spa presents this as more than a quick oil massage. The package combines three separate elements: a body scrub or body wrap, a relaxing oil massage, and one facial treatment chosen from the spa menu.

That combination matters if you want a full reset after a long journey or several active days in Chiang Mai. A basic massage can loosen tired muscles, but the scrub or wrap adds a skin-care element, while the facial gives the session a more complete spa feel.

You should check the exact facial choices when booking or on arrival. The available information confirms that you choose one treatment from a menu, but it does not list the facial options or give exact treatment times for each part.

The title refers to a body scrub with aroma oil massage, but the package description also allows a body wrap. If you have a preference, say so clearly before the session begins. This is especially useful if you want exfoliation rather than a moisturizing wrap.

At $46.98 per person, the package sits above the cost of a simple Thai massage in many parts of Chiang Mai. Still, the price includes several extras: private transportation, a private room, the scrub or wrap, oil massage, facial, tea, snacks, cool towels, and 7 percent VAT. For someone wanting a full spa afternoon rather than a single treatment, that makes the price easier to justify.

The private pickup sets an easy tone

The experience normally begins with pickup from your hotel or another point inside the provider’s free transportation area. You then ride in a private car to the spa. The ride takes only a few minutes in some cases, though traffic and distance affect the timing.

This is a small but useful benefit. You do not need to arrive sweaty from walking in Chiang Mai’s heat, and you do not have to negotiate a taxi after an oil treatment. The service also returns you to your hotel or another location within the same free transportation area when you finish.

The important limitation is the service area. The information does not define its exact boundaries, so confirm that your hotel qualifies before assuming pickup is included. If you are staying outside that zone, the listed price may not cover the entire transport arrangement.

The private ride also suits people who want the spa to feel like a contained break from sightseeing. You leave your hotel, settle into the treatment, and return without adding another transportation decision to the day.

Cool towels, tea, and a salt foot cleansing

On arrival, a receptionist welcomes you with a cool towel and special cool tea. These touches are practical in Chiang Mai, where the heat can make even a short walk feel like work. They also help shift your attention from sightseeing to the slower pace of the spa.

Your therapist then cleans your feet with special salt. It is a simple step, but it gives the visit a clear beginning and helps keep the treatment room clean. The spa’s approach is polite and formal without being complicated.

No therapist names are provided, so you cannot request a particular person by name through the information available. You can, however, explain any preferences or concerns before treatment begins. One particularly useful point for anyone who feels self-conscious during spa treatments is that the staff are described as careful about modesty and changing.

The changing process takes place before you enter your private room. You are given soft, clean, comfortable clothes. That can make the transition easier, especially if you have been wearing travel clothes all day.

Inside the private treatment room

The private room is one of the strongest practical features of this experience. This is a private activity for your own group, not a shared class or open massage area. You can expect a quieter setting and more personal space than you might get at a walk-in massage shop.

The atmosphere is designed around scent, music, and gentle details. One unusual decorative touch described in the experience is a small zen bowl arrangement visible beneath the massage bed when you are lying face down. It is a minor detail, but it shows the spa pays attention to the room itself, not just the treatment.

The setting may suit you if you prefer a polished spa environment over a basic neighborhood massage. It may be less suitable if you want a strictly traditional Thai massage with firm stretching and no skin-care treatments. This package is centered on relaxation, oil, facial care, and the scrub or wrap.

Before the treatment, you are welcomed to shower. The shower is optional, and the guidance is more specific after the massage: avoid showering immediately afterward if possible, since the spa recommends keeping warm for at least two to three hours.

That advice is practical because oil remains on the skin after the massage. If you dislike that feeling, ask about the best time to shower, but do not assume a post-treatment shower is part of the standard sequence.

The body scrub or body wrap

The first major treatment choice is a body scrub or body wrap. A scrub is the better match if you want the smooth-skin effect associated with exfoliation. A wrap may suit you better if you prefer a softer, more moisturizing treatment.

The available information does not specify the scrub ingredients, scent options, or exact technique. Do not book this expecting a particular Thai herb or product unless the spa confirms it. The experience does emphasize aroma, music, and a calm setting, so the sensory side appears to be part of the design.

The treatment also requires a certain level of comfort with changing and being covered during a body service. The staff are described as courteous about modesty, and soft clothing is provided. If you have concerns about draping, body size, or areas you do not want treated, discuss them before the scrub begins.

This is where the package feels more personal than a standard massage. The scrub is not just a short add-on. It prepares the skin and gives the session a slower opening before the oil massage.

The aroma oil massage

After the scrub or wrap, the package continues with a relaxing oil massage. The emphasis is on calm rather than intense therapeutic pressure. If you are carrying tight muscles from a long flight, you should tell the therapist where you need more or less pressure.

The available comments describe the therapists as skilled, professional, and attentive. Those are useful qualities in an oil massage, where the pace and pressure determine whether you feel soothed or simply slippery. The service is also described as refreshing, with staff who take care during the treatment.

A massage experience can vary from one therapist to another, and no individual therapist is named. For the best result, use the intake time to explain your preferred pressure, any sensitive areas, and whether you want the massage to stay gentle.

The aroma element adds another layer, but specific oils are not listed. You may be able to choose an oil or scrub option, as the available information indicates that these choices can be made. Ask what is available before the treatment starts if scent is important to you.

Choosing the facial treatment

The final package element is a facial treatment. You choose one option from the spa’s menu, but the menu itself is not listed in the booking details.

That means you should treat the facial as a pleasant included extra, not book this package for a very specific facial result unless you confirm the details first. The facial rounds out the appointment and gives you a head-to-toe spa visit, but you will need to ask what each choice includes.

For many people, this is where the $46.98 price begins to make sense. You are not paying only for massage minutes. You are paying for a longer, private sequence that includes body care, massage, facial treatment, refreshments, and transportation.

The package is also useful near the end of a trip, when your skin may feel dry from sun, heat, air-conditioning, or long flights. Still, the experience is not described as a medical or therapeutic treatment, so keep expectations focused on relaxation and basic spa care.

The warm tea and snack after treatment

The finish is handled differently from the cool welcome. After treatment, the receptionist provides warm tea and a snack. This gives you time to sit up slowly and return to normal before getting into the car.

The contrast between cool tea on arrival and warm tea afterward is a nice touch. It gives the appointment a beginning and an end, rather than making the massage feel like an isolated service.

You are advised to keep yourself warm for two to three hours after the massage and not shower immediately. That may affect your plans. I would not schedule a beach visit, strenuous exercise, or an important dinner immediately afterward if you dislike the feel of massage oil or expect to be sleepy.

The return car is useful here. You can go straight back to your hotel and change at your own pace. If your drop-off point is outside the free service area, confirm the transport terms before booking.

Who will get the most from this spa visit

I would recommend this experience to you if you want a calm, polished spa session with several treatments in one appointment. It works particularly well after a busy Chiang Mai itinerary, a long journey, or a day spent in the heat.

It is also a good choice for couples, friends, or families who want a private activity. Since only your group participates, you do not need to share the treatment space with strangers.

The package may also suit you if privacy and modesty matter. The available feedback specifically points to courteous assistance for a larger client, with care taken to preserve comfort and modesty during the body scrub and massage.

I would look elsewhere if you want a short, inexpensive massage, a clearly specified therapeutic technique, or a treatment with named therapists and detailed product information. The exact facial menu, oil choices, scrub ingredients, and treatment breakdown are not supplied, so this is better for flexible spa-goers than for someone planning a highly specific service.

Timing, booking, and cancellation

The spa is open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The experience itself lasts about two hours 30 minutes, not counting possible pickup and return time. Allow extra time if traffic is heavy or your hotel is farther away.

This activity is often booked about 36 days ahead, which is a useful signal that you should not leave it until the final morning of your Chiang Mai stay. The spa is also described as popular, so advance booking is sensible if you need a particular date or evening time.

Your booking confirmation is normally issued immediately. If you book within one hour of the start time, confirmation comes as soon as possible and depends on availability.

Cancellation is free if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded, and late changes are not accepted. Most people can participate, and the location is near public transportation, though pickup may make that unnecessary.

Is the $46.98 price good value?

The price is good value if you would otherwise pay separately for a body scrub, oil massage, facial, taxi rides, and refreshments. The included private transport makes the package more convenient, while the private room gives it a more exclusive feel than a basic walk-in massage.

The value is less clear if you want only a massage. A simpler treatment could cost less, and you may not use all the package elements. The right comparison is not with a one-hour massage, but with a two-and-a-half-hour private spa appointment that includes several services.

I also like that 7 percent VAT is included rather than added later. Cool towels, tea, snacks, and transport are small items, but together they reduce the number of extra costs and decisions during the day.

Should you book The Home Massage and Spa?

Book this experience if you want a full private spa session with hotel transport, body care, oil massage, facial treatment, and a gentle finish with tea and snacks. It is especially useful after a tiring journey or near the end of a busy Chiang Mai visit.

Before paying, confirm the pickup area, your choice between scrub and wrap, the facial menu, and the available oil options. If you are happy to let the therapist guide the details, the package offers a comfortable and well-organized way to slow down. If you want a short massage or a precise therapeutic treatment, choose a simpler service instead.

FAQ

Where does the Sense of Relax spa experience take place?

It takes place at The Home Massage and Spa in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

How long does the experience last?

The listed duration is approximately two hours 30 minutes.

What treatments are included?

The package includes a body scrub or body wrap, a relaxing oil massage, and one facial treatment selected from the available menu.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and return transportation are included for hotels or other locations within the provider’s free transportation area.

Is transportation private?

Yes. The experience includes a private car, and only your group participates in the activity.

What happens when I arrive?

You are welcomed by the receptionist and offered a cool towel and cool tea. Your therapist then cleans your feet with special salt before you change into soft, clean clothes.

Is a shower available?

You are welcome to shower before the treatment. After the massage, the spa recommends avoiding a shower and keeping warm for at least two to three hours.

Are tea and snacks included?

Yes. Coffee or tea, cool towels, and snacks are included. Warm tea and a snack are provided after the treatment.

What are the opening hours?

The spa is open Monday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted for a refund.