21 Affordable Spa Destinations for Ultimate Relaxation Without the Splurge

14. Chiang Mai, Thailand: Affordable Massage Paradise

While not a single spa, the city of Chiang Mai is a global hub for incredibly affordable, high-quality wellness treatments, especially traditional Thai massage. Numerous small shops and wellness centers offer hour-long (or longer) massages for remarkably low prices. Experience deep stretching, acupressure, and relaxation techniques honed over centuries. You can easily indulge in daily treatments here without denting your travel budget, making it a haven for restorative self-care.