Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa on Nguyen Van Trang, Ho Chi Minh City

A visit to Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa can be as simple as a herbal hair wash or as involved as a 90-minute scalp, face, and neck treatment. The appeal is the choice: you can stop in for a modestly priced reset or set aside more time for a full sequence of soothing treatments.

I like the range of options, especially the way longer packages add foot soaks, herbal compresses, facial care, and hot stones. I also like that tea, slippers, a towel, and a locker are included, so the basics are taken care of. One consideration: this is a timed appointment, and arriving 15 minutes late means cancellation.

Key points to know before you book

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• The 30-minute herbal hair wash is the shortest choice: It includes head acupressure, shampoo, conditioner, and hair spray.
• Longer packages add more than extra massage time: Depending on your selection, you may get a foot soak, herbal compress, facial cleanse, mask, facial massage, or hot stone work.
• The 90-minute therapeutic option focuses on scalp and face care: Jade stone scalp and facial therapy is paired with a hot stone neck and shoulder massage.
• The spa is at Apartment 35 on Nguyen Van Trang: Its full address is Chang Co Nuong, Apartment 35, Nguyen Van Trang, Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Prices vary by treatment: The experience is advertised from $6.55, while listed options include herbal hair wash from $5.95 and massage treatments at higher starting prices.
• Plan to arrive early: You are asked to reach the meeting point 10 minutes before your appointment. At 15 minutes late, the appointment is cancelled.

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Choose a treatment to match your day

Chang Co Nuong’s menu suits two different moods. You can book a short hair and scalp treatment to take the edge off a busy day, or choose a longer combo when your shoulders, feet, and face all need attention. The experience is built around hands-on care rather than a sightseeing itinerary, so the right choice depends on how much time you have and what kind of treatment you want.

The 30-minute herbal hair wash is the simplest entry point. It includes head acupressure, herbal shampoo, conditioner, and hair spray. If you want a compact appointment with a focus on your scalp and hair, this is the most direct option. It does not include a listed foot soak or neck and shoulder massage, so choose a longer session if those are priorities.

The 45-minute package adds a foot soak, herbal compress, and neck and shoulder massage to the head acupressure and herbal hair wash. This is a practical step up if you want more than a shampoo treatment but do not want to spend an hour or longer at the spa. The foot soak gives the session a slower start, while the neck and shoulder work addresses a common place for travel tension to settle.

At 60 minutes, the treatment becomes more varied. Along with a foot soak and herbal compress, you get head acupressure with wellness tools, a facial cleanse, face mask, cold globe facial, and hot stone neck and shoulder massage. The sequence is a good fit if you want several kinds of care in one appointment, though it is worth noting that no individual treatment times are specified. You are booking a combined session, not a set number of minutes for each element.

The 75-minute option builds on that longer format with facial massage and a scalp scrub. It includes a foot soak, herbal compress, head acupressure with wellness tools, facial cleanse, face mask, hot stone neck and shoulder massage, herbal shampoo, conditioner, and hair mist. If you want the most extensive listed combination of face and scalp care, this is the one to compare against the 90-minute therapeutic treatment.

That 90-minute therapeutic package centers on jade stone scalp and facial therapy for stress relief. It also includes a foot soak, herbal compress, hot stone neck and shoulder massage, face mask, herbal shampoo, conditioner, and hair mist. The menu does not list a facial cleanse or facial massage for this option, so do not assume it includes every feature of the 75-minute package. Its focus is the jade stone therapy and a longer overall treatment.

Other bookable options include a hot stone full body massage, a neck, shoulder, and back massage, a foot massage, and recommended combos. The listed starting prices are $15.79 for the full body massage, $9.69 for the neck, shoulder, and back massage, $7.89 for the foot massage, and $15.09 for recommended combos. The available information does not spell out every step of those separate treatments, so check the selected package details before paying.

What the herbal hair wash adds

A hair wash here is not presented as a quick rinse at a salon sink. Even the 30-minute version includes head acupressure before the herbal shampoo and conditioner, followed by hair spray. Longer versions add more scalp work, and some include a scrub or wellness tools. That makes the shorter appointment a useful choice if your main goal is to relax your head and refresh your hair rather than book a full-body massage.

Herbal products are part of the experience’s appeal. The hair-wash treatment is described as using herbs and tonics, and the finishing products differ by package: the shorter option lists hair spray, while longer treatments list hair mist. If you are sensitive to fragrances or particular ingredients, ask the operator about them before the treatment. The information provided does not name the herbs or list product ingredients.

The treatment may be especially welcome after a long flight or a full day on your feet. A guest who chose a recommended combo described it as a worthwhile way to relax after a long trip, and a separate hair-wash guest praised the herbal aroma. You should treat that as a sense of what the spa aims to offer, not a promise that every person will find the products or pressure exactly right.

Hot stones, foot soaks, and facial care

The longer combos are most useful when you want several treatments without having to book each one separately. A foot soak and herbal compress appear in the 45-minute and longer packages, giving those sessions a gentler opening before the scalp or massage work begins. The 30-minute hair wash does not list either, so check the package name and inclusions rather than assuming all appointments follow the same routine.

Hot stone work is a recurring feature in the longer treatments. The 60- and 75-minute packages include a hot stone neck and shoulder massage, as does the 90-minute therapeutic option. A separate full-body hot stone massage is available from $15.79. People who enjoyed the treatment singled out the comfort of the hot stones, while another person praised firm massage pressure. Pressure is personal, so tell your therapist if you want a lighter or stronger touch.

Face care also changes from package to package. At 60 minutes, the treatment includes a facial cleanse, mask, and cold globe facial. The 75-minute session adds a facial massage and scalp scrub. By contrast, the 90-minute therapeutic package specifies jade stone scalp and facial therapy and a face mask. These are distinct combinations, not simply shorter and longer versions of one identical routine.

If you have a specific goal, choose by the named ingredients in the treatment. Pick the 60-minute option for a cold globe facial, the 75-minute option for a facial massage and scalp scrub, or the 90-minute treatment for jade stone therapy. The descriptions do not explain the tools’ technique or how much time is devoted to each step, so the package list is your best guide.

The setting and service style

The spa is called Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa, and its address places it at Apartment 35, Nguyen Van Trang, in the Ben Thanh area of Ho Chi Minh City. The meeting point is the spa itself. That makes the address important: use the full apartment address in your map app rather than relying only on the business name.

The atmosphere is intended to be calm, with tranquil music and herbal fragrance described as part of the experience. Tea is included, along with a towel, slippers, and a locker. Those small comforts matter when you are coming in from the heat or carrying day-trip belongings, though you remain responsible for your valuables.

Service is another strong part of the spa’s appeal. The available feedback praises therapists’ pressure and attentiveness, and one person returned for three treatments during a Vietnam stay, receiving the same therapist each time. You cannot count on being assigned a particular therapist, but you can make your preferences clear when you arrive. If pressure is a concern, say so before the massage begins.

The displayed score is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, and the provider information gives a 100 percent good-review rate across 13 reviews. Those are positive signals, but the sample is small. I would weigh them alongside the specific treatment details and your own preferences rather than treating a perfect score as a guarantee.

Prices, timing, and sensible booking choices

The experience summary gives a starting price of $6.55, while the package menu lists herbal hair wash from $5.95. Other starting prices include $7.89 for a foot massage, $9.69 for a neck, shoulder, and back massage, $15.09 for recommended combos, and $15.79 for a hot stone full body massage. These are starting prices, not a single cost for every treatment, so confirm the exact option and total when you book.

For value, compare what each extra minute brings. The jump from 30 to 45 minutes adds a foot soak, herbal compress, and neck and shoulder massage. The 60-minute choice adds facial treatment and hot stones; 75 minutes adds a facial massage and scalp scrub. If you mainly want a hair wash, a longer package may be more treatment than you need. If you want massage and facial care together, the combo can make better use of your appointment than booking only the basic wash.

The spa is open every day from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., with last admission at 9 p.m. Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Late arrival shortens the appointment if you have not notified the operator, and the appointment is cancelled if you are 15 minutes late or more. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable, so leave a little buffer for city traffic.

The voucher is presented on your phone and is valid only on the date specified, and at the booked time if one is shown. A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using the destination’s local time. Keep your phone on silent inside, and do not use it during the treatment.

There are a few house rules worth knowing. Outside food and drinks are not allowed, and smoking and drinking are prohibited. Pets and smelly food, including durian, are not allowed. The operator may refuse service to anyone who appears intoxicated. If you have a health condition, tell the operator before treatment; you are responsible for sharing that information.

Who will get the most from this spa

I would consider Chang Co Nuong if you want a low-cost way to add a little rest to a Ho Chi Minh City stay, especially after a long journey or a day of walking. The short herbal hair wash is easy to fit into a busy schedule, while the 60- to 90-minute treatments suit anyone who wants a more complete session with massage and facial or scalp care.

It also works for people who prefer a menu with clear treatment choices. You can focus on your head and hair, add a foot soak and shoulder massage, or choose hot stones and facial care. The main trade-off is that the package descriptions give the ingredients but not the time breakdown for each treatment. If you want a specific service to take center stage, ask the spa how the session is paced before booking.

Should you book Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa?

Book it if a herbal hair wash, scalp treatment, or massage sounds like the right pause in your city visit, and you can arrive on time for a fixed appointment. The strongest reasons to choose it are the mix of short and longer packages, the included basics, and the option to combine hot stones, foot care, and facial treatments.

Skip the longer combos if you only want a quick shampoo, and do not book on the assumption that every package includes the same facial or scalp work. Compare the inclusions carefully, tell the operator about health concerns, and pick the session that matches what you actually want. That is the simplest way to make the price work for you.

FAQ

Where is Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa?

It is at Apartment 35, Nguyen Van Trang, Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The meeting point is Chang Co Nuong Hidden Spa.

What are the spa’s opening hours?

It is open Monday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Last admission is at 9 p.m.

What is included with the treatment?

Tea, a towel, slippers, and a locker are included. The treatment itself depends on the package you select.

What does the 30-minute herbal hair wash include?

It includes head acupressure, herbal shampoo, conditioner, and hair spray.

What does the 90-minute therapeutic treatment include?

It includes a foot soak, herbal compress, jade stone scalp and facial therapy, hot stone neck and shoulder massage, face mask, herbal shampoo, conditioner, and hair mist.

How early should I arrive?

Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment. The appointment will be cancelled if you are 15 minutes late or more.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using destination local time.