RAKxa Wellness & Medical Retreat Review
Discover Bangkok’s first integrative medical wellness retreat with The Wellness Travel Expert and founder Samantha Lippiatt.
Opened in December 2021, RAKxa Wellness & Medical Retreat sits in a secluded location just outside of bustling Bangkok. Until I was able to visit myself I was skeptical about the location however it truly is a serene and lush green oasis, the RAKxa team planted over 4,000 trees here and while you can see the city skyline across the river, it feels a world away.
The 32-hectare property hosts Thailand’s first integrative medical wellness retreat with an on-site medical clinic run by Bangkok’s best hospital. The vibe here is peaceful, a space to recalibrate and breathe deeply. Perfect to rest and recharge. Wellness programs are personalised and include:
Accommodation
Health and wellness consultation
Wellness doctor consultation
Functional fitness assessment
Three wellness cuisine meals per person and per night
One time afternoon tea per person and per night
Complimentary mini bar in villa
Complimentary of general physical examination
Complimentary daily fitness and leisure activities
Complimentary access hydrothermal facilities including vitality pool, steam, herbal steam, infrared sauna, chill shower, experienced shower and cold plunge pool
Round-trip limousine transfer ( Airport – RAKxa - Airport )
Additional treatments as per your specific program and preferred goals
Cuisine & Accommodation
Beautifully presented and served as you would expect at a fine dining restaurant, most meals are served in Unam Restaurant, next to the outdoor swimming pool. There’s also the tea lounge and second restaurant (coming soon).
For breakfast, guests choose from a variety of western and Asian options designed as small plates so that you can sample a variety of dishes and the lunch and dinner menu change daily. We enjoyed that we did not have to make many choices of what to eat, knowing that our meals were designed around our specific goals and dietary requirements.
All of the spaces including the villas (garden and pool) have been gently infused into the surrounding green space with soft, neutral tones that blend with nature so as not create too much mental stimulation. The villas are spacious, the beds and furnishings are luxurious and the garden space is a delight to spent time in. Every villa also has two bicycles parked in the front garden for you to explore the property, buggies are also readily available or you can simply walk if you prefer.
Wellness Facilities
The wellness offerings combine Western medicine from the medical wellness by VitaLife’s Scientific Clinic, focused on anti-aging centre by Bumrungrad International Hospital and the alternative medicine doctors based onsite in RAKxa Jai the retreat’s holistic wellness centre offering:
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Traditional Thai Medicine (TTM)
Ayurveda (Indian Medicine)
Energy Healing
RAKxa Jai is also home to the therapeutic spa and vitality pool, which includes:
Hydrotherapy circuit
Cold plunge pool
Herbal steam and infrared sauna
Rainfall experience shower
RAKxa Gaya is the medical gym overseen by a team of experienced physiotherapists and exercise physiologists.
The team at RAKxa are leaders in their fields, here you will experience and benefit from the very best in Eastern and Western medicine. Perfectly located for a short stop on route to any European destination or on the way home or as a destination for a longer stay to address more serious health issues, best suited to those seeking solitude. RAKxa is a fantastic additional to the breadth of excellent wellness offerings across Thailand.
Final Thoughts…
RAKxa at a Glance:
Best time of the year to go: November to February
Months to book in advance for: December & January
No. of Rooms: 62
Check-in/check-out: 2pm / 12 noon
Wi-Fi: Yes
Children: No, children under the age of 16 are not permitted
Reception/Room Service:
Alcohol: Yes though not on display, wine is available by the glass.
Nearest Airport: Bangkok
Airport transfer time: RAKxa is an hour drive away from both Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport depending on traffic.
Address: 9 Wat Bang Nam Phueng Alley, Tambon Bang Nam Phueng, Amphoe Phra Pradaeng, Chang Wat Samut Prakan 10130, Thailand