Onsen is a form of hot spring bathing that is typical of Japanese culture and has been around for thousands of generations. This experience gives visitors the pleasure of soaking in the natural hot spring water (about 25-60°C) in the midst of a beautiful mountain scenery. At that time, it seems that all worries and worries are left behind, only moments of peace and relaxation remain. Therefore, onsen bathing is considered the best spiritual therapy to heal all aches and pains caused by work pressure.
Moreover, hot mineral water is also very good for health, so many people come to onsen baths to heal and take care of their bodies. The most common is that this form supports the treatment of a number of diseases such as neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, shoulder pain, muscle numbness, muscle and joint strain, bruises, gastrointestinal diseases, hemorrhoids, and poor circulation.
Suggestions for onsen bathing places in Vietnam
Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh - A Beautiful Little Japanese Village
Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh is designed as a Japanese village, isolated between green hills and magnificent rocky cliffs. From the check-in area, bathing, mineral bathing, sauna, resting, eating, every small corner makes visitors feel really stepping into the land of Phu Tang.
At Yoko, you can choose to take a hot mineral bath in a public area or in a private room. The public area is divided into a separate fairy bath area for men and women and an outdoor communal bath. In particular, there are over 30 onsen baths with different temperatures, about 40 degrees Celsius.
Photo: Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh
Address: Group 5, Zone 9B, Quang Hanh Ward, Cam Pha City, Quang Ninh.
Outstanding advantages: top 3 mineral sources with the highest mineral content of hot mineralized bromine in the world
Cost: 750,000 - 2,000,000 VND/onsen ticket (depending on the date and time)
Other experiences: spa, sauna, resort, food
The public Onsen bathing area does not cater to children under 12 years old (under 1m4).
Website: https://yokoonsenquanghanh.com.vn/
Photo: Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh
Alba Wellness Valley - The "Valley" of Japanese and Vietnamese Onsen
Alba Wellness Valley will not disappoint you when owning a hot mineral source led from deep in the ground at the foot of the Truong Son Mountains. Here, you can easily see the winding mineral spring, radiating heat by the bamboo road, the red bridge, in the chirping of birds. It all creates a peaceful and poetic scenery, like a beautiful valley.
Visitors often choose Alba Wellness Valley for a resort combined with onsen bathing. In particular, the onsen bath is designed in a minimalist and luxurious style, with separate spaces for men and women, both indoor and outdoor. Japanese-style onsen bathing with hot mineral baths, pressure jacuzzis, cold pools, silk baths, outdoor hot mineral baths, saunas, and steam rooms.
Photo: Alba Wellness Valley
Address: Phong Son Commune, Phong Dien District, Thua Thien - Hue.
Outstanding advantages: Hot springs with balanced, stable mineral properties, comparable to famous hot springs in Europe.
Cost: 3-day Deluxe Voyage resort package at Alba Wellness Valley includes: Breakfast – lunch – dinner, outdoor physical activities, spa treatments and onsen baths every day, hot mineral spring bath, fruit smoothies, priced from 12,045,000 VND/1 guest, 15,290,000 VND/2 guests
Other Experiences: Water Meditation, Water Meditation, Walking Meditation
Recognized by the prestigious magazine NOW Travel Asia as Top 4 Wellness Spa in Asia in 2018 – 2019.
Website: https://fusionhotelgroup.com/albawellnessvalley/
Photo: Alba Wellness Valley
Serena Hoa Binh - Japanese onsen corner in the heart of the Northwest
Serena Resort Kim Boi Hoa Binh is a great choice for travelers who want to experience a Japanese-style spiritual healing method at a softer cost but still with extreme quality. The mineral water source is extracted from natural sources and always maintains a stable temperature at 43 degrees Celsius. Particularly, the onsen area has 6 separate baths, of which 3 baths can accommodate 5 people, 2 baths for 10 people and 1 bath for 20 people. The onsen baths here are perfect for couples who want to find a romantic place, or a place for family and friends to relax in the warm hot waters.
Especially, in autumn and winter, when the weather is colder, soaking in warm water will help the body dissipate all fatigue.
Photo: Serena Resort Kim Boi Hoa Binh
Address: Khai Doi hamlet, Sao Bai commune, Kim Boi district, Hoa Binh
Outstanding advantages: Soft price, quality mineral water, unique local culture
Cost: 5-10-20 people bath 800,000 - 1,200,000 - 3,000,000 VND/1.5 hours
Other experiences: Spa, sauna, hot mineral water swimming pool
Website: https://serena.com.vn/Serena-Resort-tt1167.html
Photo: Serena Resort Kim Boi Hoa Binh
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