What are the prices and tipping policies at Miu Miu Massage in Ho Chi Minh?

The price for a 2-hour massage is 750,000 VND. There is no separate tipping culture; instead, they operate a system where you directly rate your satisfaction after the massage.

How many branches does Miu Miu Spa have, and how do their locations differ?

There are currently three branches in operation: Branch 1, Branch 2, and Branch 5. Branches 1 and 2 are located right next to each other, while Branch 5 is located in a different area.

Is it possible to visit Miu Miu Massage on the same day without a reservation?

Because it is very popular, making an advance reservation is generally required. It is almost impossible to get in at Branches 1 and 2 without a booking. For Branch 5, walk-ins might occasionally be accepted if you visit alone, but you still risk being turned away.

What kind of food and beverage services are provided before and after the massage?

A refreshing welcome drink is served before the massage. After the treatment, you are provided with sherbet ice cream, hot tea, and a ginger-flavored snack.

Miu Miu Spa Ho Chi Minh Review: District 1 Massage

Miu Miu Spa Ho Chi Minh Review: District 1 Massage | TRVLOGUE

When you think of traveling through Southeast Asia, getting a world-class massage is always at the top of the itinerary. And during my time in Vietnam, I found my absolute, all-time favorite spa right in the heart of Saigon.

If you've done any research on the local wellness scene, you've probably heard of it: the famous Miu Miu Spa in Ho Chi Minh City.

They used to operate five different branches across the city, but currently, only three remain open in 2026.

These are Branch 1, Branch 2, and Branch 5. The other locations unfortunately closed their doors during the pandemic years.

That building over on the left is Branch 1, and the one on the right is Branch 2.

Branches 1 and 2 are located right next door to each other, while Branch 5 is situated on its own in a different part of District 1.

Personally, Branch 5 has always felt the most welcoming and cozy to me. Because Miu Miu Spa is incredibly popular with both tourists and expats, booking in advance is highly recommended.

However, I personally hate being locked into a rigid schedule while on vacation. I prefer to go spontaneously whenever my muscles start aching, so I rarely make bookings ahead of time.

If you try a walk-in at Branch 1 or 2, it is almost a guaranteed rejection. But what about Branch 5?

Somehow, they always seem to find a way to squeeze you in.

Of course, this only works if you are traveling solo. If you show up with a group, you will be turned away immediately.

Because of this, I naturally ended up visiting Branch 5 the most, and it quickly became my go-to spot.

But for this trip, I decided to visit Branches 1 and 2 specifically to take some photos and write this detailed review.

The pricing is incredibly reasonable, as you’d expect in Vietnam. A full 2-hour massage costs 750,000 VND, which translates to roughly ~$30.

Miu Miu Spa remains my gold standard for massage therapy. The quality of the therapists is consistently outstanding.

Another massive benefit? They have a strict no-tipping policy! For Western travelers who find Southeast Asian tipping etiquette confusing or stressful, this is an absolute lifesaver. The price on the menu is exactly what you pay.

Instead of a tip, they have a unique system where you can rate your therapist directly after your session.

It works like this: you are given a numbered token, which you drop into a slotted box corresponding to "Excellent," "Good," "Fair," or "Poor." I almost always end up dropping mine into the "Excellent" box.

I love this feedback loop. If you ever have a subpar experience, you have a direct, anonymous way to let management know. It completely eliminates the awkwardness of withholding a tip, where you might worry they think you're just being cheap rather than actually unsatisfied.

While I personally care more about the massage quality than fancy interiors, the facilities here are exceptionally clean, modern, and well-maintained.

They provide secure lockers for your personal belongings. You will actually change into spa attire upstairs where there are additional lockers, so you don't necessarily have to leave everything in the lobby.

Most spas display warning signs saying they aren't responsible for lost valuables, but here, they actively encourage you to lock them up safely for peace of mind.

To start, they serve a refreshing, tangy welcome drink to cool you down from the Saigon heat.

And after your treatment, you get a beautiful little post-massage treat: a light sherbet ice cream paired with warm herbal tea.

They also serve some small snacks. The round candied ones are highly addictive, but the other ones have a strong ginger kick. If you eat too many of the ginger snacks, it can get quite spicy—make sure to cleanse your palate with the cool sherbet!

One of these photos is from Branch 1, and the other is from Branch 2. Honestly, the post-service treats are identical across both!

As mentioned, Branch 1 and Branch 2 are located right next to each other.

This is a shot of the lobby inside Miu Miu Spa Branch 1. I got lucky and snapped this when it was momentarily empty!

And this is the interior of Branch 2.

In terms of actual massage quality, I didn't notice any difference between the branches. I wondered if Branch 1, being the original flagship, would feel superior, but the standards are incredibly consistent across the board.

That's why I still prefer heading to the cozy Branch 5.

To reiterate: if you are a solo traveler attempting a last-minute walk-in, Branch 5 is your best bet for getting a slot because Branches 1 and 2 are always heavily booked.

However, if you want to gamble on a last-minute cancellation, trying Branches 1 and 2 might actually be smarter, simply because they are right next door to each other, giving you two chances in one stop.

For reference, this is the interior of Miu Miu Spa Branch 5. Ironically, on this last trip, I tried to walk in without a reservation and got turned away... Even my trusty Branch 5 was fully booked!