All listed hot springs in Thailand
| Hot spring | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Futamata Onsen Free | Not recorded | Developed | Chon Buri (3 mi) |
| Porn Rung Hot Spring | Not recorded | Developed | Ranong (5 mi) |
| Muang Ray Hot Spring | Not recorded | Developed | Pai (9 mi) |
| Pha Soet Hot Spring | Not recorded | Developed | Chiang Rai (10 mi) |
| Roong Aroon Hot Springs | Not recorded | Natural | San Kamphaeng (9 mi) |
| Phannara Spa | Not recorded | Resort | Wichit (2 mi) |
| Pong Bua Ban Hot Spring | Not recorded | Primitive | Chiang Mai (33 mi) |
| Hot Springs (free entry) | Not recorded | Natural | Pai (32 mi) |
| Hot Springs Mae Khachan | Not recorded | Natural | Phayao (28 mi) |
| Kapong Hot Spring | Not recorded | Natural | Ban Khao Lak (16 mi) |
| Saline Hot Springs | Not recorded | Natural | Chaiya (4 mi) |
| Hot Springs Pongprabaht | Not recorded | Primitive | Chiang Rai (5 mi) |
| Huai Mak Liam Hot Spring | Not recorded | Primitive | Chiang Rai (11 mi) |
| Malika Hot Springs | Not recorded | Natural | Fang (22 mi) |
| Mueng Pang Hot Spring | Not recorded | Natural | Pai (13 mi) |
Types of hot springs in Thailand
- Hot springs resorts and spas: 1. Lodging, spa services and managed pools fed by thermal water. Easiest access, usually the highest price.
- Developed hot springs pools and bathhouses: 4. Built pools, tubs or bathhouses run by a business, town or park. Expect an entry fee, opening hours and changing rooms.
- Natural hot springs: 7. A named thermal source with little or no building. Some have rock pools, others are too hot or too shallow to soak in.
- Primitive and wild hot springs: 3. No staff, no facilities and no maintained access. Conditions change with the seasons. Leave no trace.
Frequently asked questions
Are there hot springs in Thailand?
Yes. This directory lists 15 hot springs and thermal baths in Thailand, including 5 developed pools, bathhouses or spa resorts.
Do I need a swimsuit at hot springs in Thailand?
Rules differ by place. Most public thermal pools expect swimwear, while some traditional baths are nude and single-sex. Check the rules of each venue before you go.