Nha Trang mud baths: prices and which to pick in 2026
Nha Trang has five mud-bath complexes, and not one of them sits on a natural thermal spring. The "mud" is white clay stirred into heated, mineralised water. It sounds like a gimmick — but 20 minutes in a warm mud bath really does leave your skin smooth and your joints quieter.
Prices start at 120,000 VND (~$5) for a shared bath at Tháp Bà and climb to 3,000,000 VND (~$120) for a VIP package with a private bungalow and massage at I-Resort. All the complexes sit 4–9 km from the centre, a 10–20 minute Grab ride away.
Below: an honest side-by-side of all five, current 2026 prices and a map with coordinates.
Which mud bath to pick
- I-Resort (I-Resort Suối Khoáng Nóng): Most popular, water park — From 300,000 VND (~$12)
- Thap Ba (Suối Khoáng Nóng Tháp Bà): The original mud bath — From 120,000 VND (~$5)
- 100 Egg (Trăm Trứng Nha Trang): Photogenic forest park — From 250,000 VND (~$10)
- Galina (Galina Mud Bath & Spa): In the city centre — From 350,000 VND (~$14)
- Hon Tam (Hòn Tằm Resort): On an island — From 450,000 VND (~$18)
| Complex | From centre | From (VND) | Highlight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-Resort | 4 km | 300,000 (~$12) | Water park + spa | Families, couples |
| Thap Ba | 4–5 km | 120,000 (~$5) | Strongest mud | Budget |
| 100 Egg | 9 km | 250,000 (~$10) | Egg baths in the forest | Couples, photos |
| Galina | in the centre | 350,000 (~$14) | No travel needed | Saving time |
| Hon Tam | on an island | 450,000 (~$18) | Mud + island trip | A different day out |
Tight budget — Thap Ba. Want a water park and a bit of polish — I-Resort. After quiet and a good photo — 100 Egg.
I-Resort — the most popular complex
I-Resort Suối Khoáng Nóng opened in 2012 and has since become Nha Trang's flagship mud bath. The grounds are styled as a Vietnamese village — bamboo, stone, wooden bridges. There are 4–5 mineral pools, waterfalls, grottoes with Charcot showers, plus mud and herbal baths.
I-Resort prices 2026
| Package | Price (VND) | Price (~USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared mud (1–3 people) | 300,000 | ~$12 |
| "All-inclusive" | 600,000–800,000 | ~$24–32 |
| VIP (bungalow + massage + lunch) | 3,000,000 | ~$120 |
| Kids under 1.3 m | 50% off | |
Pros: handsome grounds, plenty to do, easily a half-day out. Con: packed by midday. Come for the 8:00 opening — the first two hours are almost empty.
💬 "The sesame scrub and massage were sensational. The mud bath left my skin feeling renewed." — Tripadvisor, 2025
Address: Tổ 19, Xuân Ngọc, Vĩnh Ngọc, Nha Trang.
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Suối Khoáng Nóng Tháp Bà has run since 1999 — the oldest complex in the city. It sits at the foot of a hill beside the Cham towers of Tháp Bà Ponagar, so you can do both in one morning.
Thap Ba's mud is reckoned the most mineral-rich in Nha Trang. The grounds are plain, no design flourishes — but the prices are the lowest in town.
Thap Ba prices 2026
| Package | Price (VND) | Price (~USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared mud, 15 min | 120,000 | ~$5 |
| Shared mud + mineral water | 180,000 | ~$7 |
| Private bath (2 people) | 350,000 | ~$14 |
Pros: cheapest prices, the Po Nagar towers next door, long hours (until 19:30). Cons: modest grounds, little beyond the mud itself.
If you want more Nha Trang sights than mud baths, the Po Nagar towers are a short walk away.
Address: 438 Ngô Đền, Ngọc Hiệp, Nha Trang.
100 Egg — a leisure park with mud baths
Trăm Trứng Nha Trang — literally "a hundred eggs" — is the most photogenic of the lot. Egg-shaped tubs are scattered through a banana forest across 20 hectares. It is quieter than I-Resort or Thap Ba, because at 9 km south of the centre the crowds don't make it out here.
100 Egg prices 2026
| Package | Price (VND) | Price (~USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry + mud | 250,000–300,000 | ~$10–12 |
| Full package | 500,000 | ~$20 |
| Kids (1–1.3 m) | 150,000–200,000 | ~$6–8 |
Pros: few people, great photos, grounds like a botanical garden. Cons: far from the centre — a taxi runs 100,000–150,000 VND (~$4–6) each way.
Address: Phước Đồng, Nha Trang.
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Nha Trang's mud baths use white clay rich in silica and mineral salts. Warm mud (38–42 °C) opens the pores, draws out toxins and boosts circulation. After 15–20 minutes in the bath, skin feels noticeably softer.
The treatment is said to help with:
- aching joints and muscles
- skin issues (dryness, minor irritation)
- stress and poor sleep
- general fatigue
The standard routine: 15–20 minutes in the mud → rinse off under a shower → 30 minutes in a mineral pool → rest.
💬 "The mud is soothing and the mineral pools are the real draw — some regulars come back again and again to ease their joints." — Tripadvisor, 2025
Getting there and practical tips
Transport
| Route | How | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre → I-Resort / Thap Ba | Grab | 50,000–80,000 VND (~$2–3) | 10–15 min |
| Centre → 100 Egg | Grab | 100,000–150,000 VND (~$4–6) | 20 min |
Grab is the easy call — 20–30% cheaper than a metered taxi, English-friendly app, no haggling. Open it, type the address, pay the fixed fare in cash or by card. It runs fine on hotel wi-fi and a Vietnamese eSIM, no VPN needed.
What to bring
- Swimwear — essential
- Towel — I-Resort provides one; at Thap Ba and 100 Egg bring your own
- A change of clothes — the mud rinses off fully, but you'll be damp for a while
- A waterproof phone case — the only way to get photos in the mud
- Water — your own bottle won't hurt
The whole visit takes 2–3 hours. Pair it with an island tour, or with the Po Nagar towers if you're heading to Thap Ba anyway.
Prices current as of July 2026.They can change — check the complex's own site or confirm on the spot before you go.
FAQ
How much do mud baths cost in Nha Trang?
From 120,000 VND (~$5) for a shared bath at Thap Ba up to 3,000,000 VND (~$120) for a VIP package at I-Resort. Budget roughly 300,000–500,000 VND (~$12–20) per person for a typical visit. Kids under 1.3 m usually get 50% off.
Which is better — I-Resort or Thap Ba?
I-Resort is for comfort and fun: landscaped grounds, a water park and a restaurant. Thap Ba is for saving money — the mud is just as good (many say more mineral-rich), but it costs two to three times less. Families lean I-Resort; budget travellers lean Thap Ba.
Are the hot springs in Nha Trang natural?
No. Every complex uses artificially mineralised, heated water mixed with white clay. There are no natural thermal springs in Nha Trang. The effect on your skin and the relaxation are real all the same.
Can I bring kids to a mud bath?
Yes, all complexes welcome children. I-Resort and 100 Egg are the best for families: kids pools, slides and room to run around. Children under 1 m often enter free, and under 1.3 m get 50% off.
Is it better to go in the morning or evening?
Morning. Arrive at 8:00 and you'll nearly have the place to yourself. By 11:00 tour groups roll in, and by midday there are queues for the baths.
What should I bring to a mud bath?
Swimwear, a towel (I-Resort provides one free), a change of clothes, a waterproof phone case and a bottle of water. All complexes have lockers — usually free or around 10,000 VND (~$0.40).
A mud bath is a Nha Trang must. Pick the complex by budget, go in the morning and don't forget the phone case. And after the mud, a hot shower back in your own hotel room is worth every dong — see the Nha Trang beaches guide for where to base yourself.