Thai Massage vs Signature Massage
Two iconic treatments at Body & Soul - one is centuries-old Thai tradition, the other is our own fusion ritual. Here's how to choose the right one for your body and your mood.
Traditional Thai Massage
An active, fully-clothed treatment rooted in centuries of Thai healing tradition. Combines rhythmic compression, acupressure along energy lines (sen) and assisted yoga-like stretching - no oil used.
- Performed on a floor mat in loose cotton clothing
- Firm to deep pressure with palms, thumbs, elbows and feet
- Stretches and mobilises joints, hips and spine
- Best for stiffness, posture, jet-lag and athletic recovery
Body & Soul Signature Massage
Our house ritual: a sublime fusion of Thai, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Swedish and Balinese techniques with warm virgin coconut oil. Designed to release deep tension while keeping the body in flowing motion.
- Performed on a cushioned massage table, draped to your comfort
- Medium to firm pressure with long, sweeping, wave-like strokes
- Blends stretching, kneading and rocking with warm coconut oil
- Best for full-body restoration, special occasions and serious tension
At a glance
| Traditional Thai | Signature | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Centuries-old Thai tradition | Thai · Hawaiian · Swedish · Balinese fusion |
| Pressure | Firm – deep | Medium – firm |
| Oil used | None | Warm virgin coconut oil |
| Clothing | Loose Thai pyjamas provided | Undressed to comfort, fully draped |
| Setting | Floor mat | Cushioned massage table |
| Pace | Active, rhythmic, stretching | Flowing, continuous, immersive |
| Best for | Tension, mobility, sport recovery | Full-body reset, special occasions |
| Typical length | 60 / 90 / 120 min | 60 / 90 / 120 min |
| Price from | ฿400 (60 min) | ฿900 (60 min) |
How to choose
Choose Thai massage if you want a traditional, oil-free experience that wakes the body up. Expect deep pressure, assisted stretching and to leave the session feeling taller, looser and re-energised - perfect after long flights or scooter days.
Choose the Signature massage when you want the depth of Thai work but with the warmth, glide and full-body flow of oil techniques. It's our most requested treatment - ideal for honeymooners, anniversaries, or anyone who simply wants the best of every world in a single ritual.
Not sure? Many guests in Choeng Mon book a Thai session first to release travel tension, then return for the Signature later in their stay as a true holiday highlight.
5-star hotel-trained therapists, Choeng Mon prices
Our team trained in leading Koh Samui resort spas and brings that same world-class technique to every Thai and Signature session - without the resort price tag. Open daily 10am–10pm, walk-ins welcome.