Cleanse Resort Comparison
Since I first mentioned my plan to go to Thailand and do a cleanse, many people have been asking where do you go? where do you recommend?
Actually I did my research before anyone asked, to help me make my own decision. My main considerations were the program and the price, and to a lesser extent accessibility. In the below comparison chart, I only listed resorts (mostly in Thailand) that offered the cleanse program I was looking for (more on that in another post).
This is only a very basic comparison, mostly focused on price and location. Prices are in Thai Baht (currently THB35=$1) unless otherwise noted. Unless I’ve provided a range for accommodation prices, I’ve selected the cheapest accommodation option, assuming 1 single person. The total cost is based on the cheapest accommodation and does not include any extras, only the program cost + accommodation cost. The chart is sorted from cheapest total cost to highest. And for us tech geeks, I’ve included notes on the wifi where I found it.
| Name | Location | Program | Cost of 7-day Program | Accommodation Cost | 7 Day Cost |
Wifi - Y/N |
| Ananda Yoga Resort | Koh Phangan | 7.5 Day Detox | 14,000 | 280-680/night | 16,800 | Y - Free |
| Spa Resorts | Samui: Lamai Beach | Ultimate Fasting Program | 12,000 | 900/night | 19,200 | Y - Paid |
| Sanctuary Wellness Center |
Koh Phangan: Haad Thien | Full Fast | 15,000 | 650-1150/night | 20,200 | Y - Paid |
| Ashtar Wellness | Southern Thailand: Chumphon | Detox Cleanse | 34,800 (including 7nts accom) | 34,800 | ||
| Atsumi | Phuket | Arise & Shine Full Fast | 30,810 | 5500 (7days) | 36,310 | |
| Atmanjai Center | Phuket | Power Cleanse | 26,500 | 2000 | 42,500 | Y - Free |
| Atmanjai Center | Master Cleanse | 37,000 | 53,000 | |||
| Absolute Sanctuary | Samui: Choeng Mon | Ultimate Detox | 53,500 including accom | 53,500 | ||
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Philippines
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| Malapacao | Palawan | Total Body Detox | $1,819 | 65,000 | ||
| Mandala Spa | Philippines | 117,445 Php | +12% + 10% | 106,000 | ||
I included a couple from the Philippines because I had thought Thailand wasn’t the only country in S.E. Asia who could do this and do it affordably. As you can see from the prices, Philippines is much more expensive and not much information available online which indicates to me the industry is much less developed. Indonesia also offers similar programs, but my cursory research into that indicated they were on the higher end as well.
I’ve done Sanctuary (Koh Phangan) and am currently at Ananda, therefore those are the only 2 I can compare in more depth, which I will do later. Spa Resorts (Samui) was recommended to me.
This is a useful ‘ready reckoner’ if cost is your only consideration when undertaking a program, but it doesn’t make any distinction about the content of programs nor the quality of services and program inclusions. We understand that price is a consideration and also feel that other factors need to be considered when making a decision on where to undertake your program. For instance; What is included in the program - many have similar names but very different inclusions. Are you one of dozens of clients or does the center limit the number of participants? Do you get your own colonic room or is it shared with other clients? What is the experience of the operators - anyone can build a nice website! What other facilities are available on site? What other services are available on site? Will you have the opportunity to leave the venue and explore the surrounding area?
A professional center will be committed to answering all your questions and supporting you to find the right fit for you.
Remember the difference between cost and value - this is your health and it is wise to entrust that to responsible and experienced people.
Be Well,
Michael Massey
Co-Founder
Atmanjai Wellness Center