Introduction

Khao Chaison Hot Spring is one of the most popular destinations in Phatthalung, Thailand. This place is well known for its natural medical treatment, which means the basin can help visitors relieve their fatigue and illnesses in the middle of nature. 

Asia King Travel will take you for a quick look at Khao Chaison Hot Spring, a sacred site with legends and beliefs in Phatthalung!

Khao Chaison Hot Spring, Phatthalung

Khao Chaison Hot Spring, Phatthalung @Thailandee

How to get to Khao Chaison Hot Spring

Khao Chaison Hot Spring is a naturally occurring hot spring located at the foot of Khao Chaison, a district of Phatthalung Province. It is about 75 kilometers from Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, and about 25 kilometers from Mueang Phatthalung District.

From Bangkok, you can fly to Trang Airport in Trang Province. Usually, the flight duration is one and a half hours. Then, you can get a taxi to drive to Khao Chaison District, which will take more than an hour to reach the destination. 

Finally, drive on Highway No. 4, pass Khao Chaison District, then turn left onto Highway No. 4081 for another 7 kilometers, and you will find the way to Khao Chaison Hot Spring. 

Khao Chaison Hotspring is located at the foot of Khao Chaison, Phatthalung

Khao Chaison Hotspring is located at the foot of Khao Chaison, Phatthalung @AMI Travel & Tours

When is the best time to visit Khao Chaison Hot Spring

Khao Chaison Hot Spring is a basin with a temperature of about 60 degrees Celsius, The general public believed it was a holy well that could treat any disease. With a strong force affecting the underground area, the rising of water is always happening, which implies that hot water will flow up all the time.

To experience the miracle of the hot spring, visitors may consider going to Khao Chaison Hot Spring in the cooler months from November to February of the following year. During this period, the weather is pleasant, plus a little bit chilly, and you can enjoy the natural hot Spring comfortably.

Considering visiting Khao Chaison Hot Spring in the cooler months

Considering visiting Khao Chaison Hot Spring in the cooler months @Makotoi Wasaki

What should you do in Khao Chaison Hot Spring

Bathing in the hot spring

Imagine feeling the stress of everyday life weigh heavily on your shoulders, plus your feet ache from walking and standing all day, and your mind is cluttered with worries. It would be better for you to find a place to relax and rejuvenate, somewhere that offers both physical comfort and a connection to nature. 

That is why Khao Chaison Hot Spring will be your ideal healing spot. Here, you can enjoy the hot spring for free, sit back, and soak your feet in the soothing, warm water. This simple act will make your feet feel incredibly comfortable, melting away the day’s fatigue. 

Furthermore, you can even fully submerge yourself in the water at a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius. The hot-water basin will definitely be your health welfare and provide you with unique inner relaxation.

 Khao Chaison Hot Spring is the ideal healing spot in Phatthalung

Khao Chaison Hot Spring is the ideal healing spot in Phatthalung @Thailand Tourism Directory

Experiencing authentic Thai services and surroundings

For those experiencing skilled and handy pain alleviation, there are traditional Thai spa massage services besides the basin. The Thai massage skills, plus the effectiveness of the hot spring, would make you feel satisfied, even if you are fastidious.

On the other hand, souvenir shops are also available for customers to browse and find a memento of their visit. Also, the hot spring boasts shower rooms, hot spring baths, and overnight accommodations to cater to every need of tourists.

Eventually, Khao Chaison Hot Spring will not just be a place for relaxation. The hot spring is surrounded by tropical jungle, and various wild animals, including friendly monkeys that venture down from the mountains. These monkeys are accustomed to humans and are not aggressive to them, but it is wise to approach monkeys with caution, as they might bite in self-defense. 

Overall, this hot spring is suitable for visitors looking for greenery and wanting to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural scenery around the basin.

Visitors can try Thai services in  Khao Chaison Hot Spring such as massages

Visitors can try Thai services in  Khao Chaison Hot Spring, such as massages @Let’s Relax Spa

Visiting Khao Chaison Hot Spring nearby

Additionally, Phatthalung offers many other beautiful attractions. Nearby, you can explore some tourist sites that are close to the Khao Chaison Hot Spring, like Tham Phra and Tham Nam Yen, to further enrich your visit with more natural wonders and cultural sights.

Both Tham Phra and Tham Nam Yen (or Nam Yen Cave) are less than one kilometres away from the hot spring, so they will be relevant to travelers who love exploring Buddhist culture and the formation of natural caves in Thailand. Those places will be worthy additions to your itinerary in Phatthalung.

A corner of Tham Phra, Khao Chaison Hot Spring nearby

A corner of Tham Phra, Khao Chaison Hot Spring nearby @Catching Travels

Accommodation around Khao Chaison Hot Spring

Tourists can stay in high-quality resting places near the attraction. Usually, the motels are just 200 metres away from the site, and they have reasonable prices, suitable for any kind of customer: approximately 700 Baht for a night.

Visitors who want luxury resorts including quality amenities and services can head further to Phatthalung City. The cost for a night will be around 2.000 Baht upward, and it may fluctuate during the tourism season.

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What should you eat around Khao Chaison Hot Spring

Surrounding Khao Chaison Hot Spring, there are abundant eateries where visitors can take a look and try the traditional local dishes. We would recommend you try the "Sangkhayod rice” - a type of Thai rice that has a light red to dark red colour on the outside, This local rice is very soft when you taste it and has a unique smell.

If you focus on Thai street foods more than the traditional ones, you can pay a visit to local farmhouses or restaurants. Commonly, those places would have Thai-style decors and platforms and serve visitors well-known dishes like pad Thai, curry, etc  With the typical scenery and the delicious food, tourists may find it definitely worth tasting.

Sangkhayod rice —the traditional rice of Khao Chaison, Phatthalung

Sangkhayod rice —the traditional rice of Khao Chaison, Phatthalung @TasteAtlas

Conclusion

For those who love nature tourism, Khao Chai Son Hot Spring is another place for relaxation in Phatthalung Province that Asia King Travel would like our travelers to try visiting at least once. We guarantee that you will be satisfied. If you are interested in this site or any relevant one, don’t hesitate to contact us now!

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