Mud baths and hot springsTrung tâm suối khoáng nóng Tháp Bà
Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)
Quick answer
The original Nha Trang mud bath, about 4-6 km north of the centre near the Po Nagar towers, on a three-hectare site backed by hills. Addresses are given variously as 15 Ngoc Son and 438 Ngo Den in Ngoc Hiep. It offers hot mineral mud baths, herbal mud treatments, mineral swimming pools and a separate premium 'Nui Spa' area. The standard sequence is a mineral shower (about 10 minutes), the mud soak (about 20 minutes) and rinse-and-relax (about 30 minutes).
Practical
| From the beachfront | 5 km · 10 min |
|---|---|
| Entrance | Communal mud bath from 120,000 VND adult / 60,000 VND child for 15 minutes; a 20-minute mud plus 30-minute herbal bath package around 315,000 VND; private mud bath for two from 500,000 VND; mineral pool access 120,000 VND adult; Nui Spa VIP packages 1,000,000-1,720,000 VND. Children 1.0-1.4 m typically 150,000-250,000 VND depending on package. |
| Hours | 07:30-17:00 daily |
| Best time | Early morning or after 15:00 to avoid tour groups |
| Allow | 2-3 hours |
| Foreign visitors | Allowed |
Why go
- The cheapest way to try a Nha Trang mud bath - the communal tub starts at 120,000 VND for 15 minutes
- Mineral swimming pools included with most packages if you want to make an afternoon of it
- Private two-person tubs exist from around 500,000 VND if the communal pool is not appealing
- Ten minutes from the centre, so it pairs naturally with Po Nagar in the same trip
How to get there
About 4-6 km north of the centre via the Tran Phu bridge or the Xom Bong bridge, then Ngoc Son street; a taxi is quoted at 50,000-100,000 VND and takes 5-10 minutes.
Tips
- The site is much plainer than I-Resort or 100 Egg - come for the price, not the landscaping
- Bring your own swimwear and flip-flops; rental is not automatically included in the cheap tiers
- Discounts of up to 20% are routine through tour operators for groups, so book through an agent
- The exact street address is quoted two different ways online (15 Ngoc Son and 438 Ngo Den); show a driver the Vietnamese name rather than a number
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to visit Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)?
Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath): Communal mud bath from 120,000 VND adult / 60,000 VND child for 15 minutes; a 20-minute mud plus 30-minute herbal bath package around 315,000 VND; private mud bath for two from 500,000 VND; mineral pool access 120,000 VND adult; Nui Spa VIP packages 1,0…
How far is Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath) from the beachfront?
Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath) is about 5 km from the Tran Phu beachfront by road, roughly 10 minutes by taxi.
When is the best time to visit Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)?
Best time for Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath): Early morning or after 15:00 to avoid tour groups.
How long do I need at Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)?
Allow 2-3 hours for Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath), not counting the journey each way.
Can foreign visitors go to Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)?
Yes, foreign visitors are permitted at Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath) under the current rules. Carry your passport.
How do I get to Thap Ba Hot Spring Center (Thap Ba Mud Bath)?
About 4-6 km north of the centre via the Tran Phu bridge or the Xom Bong bridge, then Ngoc Son street; a taxi is quoted at 50,000-100,000 VND and takes 5-10 minutes.
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