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Foreigners flock to China spas to enjoy unique cultural baths amid rise of wellness tourism

Foreign visitors have been flocking to spa centres in China to try a unique cultural experience at an affordable price.
Many foreigners have been amazed by…

By Samantha Johnson / April 10, 2026

Foreign visitors have been flocking to spa centres in China to try a unique cultural experience at an affordable price.

Many foreigners have been amazed by the bathhouses in the country because they operate on a 24-hour basis.

Not only can people take a bath at hot springs, but they can also enjoy everything from fruit, drinks, ice cream and a buffet, to singing Karaoke, playing with game machines, billiards and mahjong.

The above foreign customer extols the virtues of China’s 24-hour spa culture. Photo: jwview
The above foreign customer extols the virtues of China’s 24-hour spa culture. Photo: jwview

Some places also provide libraries and mini cinemas, the China News Service reports.

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Customers are generally charged from 300 yuan to 1,000 yuan (US$45 to US$140) and can stay for no more than 24 hours.

A heated discussion topic, “China 24 Hours Spa,” has trended on overseas social media in recent months.

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An American blogger known as Yemi said he was “stunned” on entering a spa centre in Beijing.

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