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Downtown Vancouver
Thai Massage in Downtown Vancouver
1282 Howe Street — steps from Yaletown, near Granville Street and the Canada Line.
Open daily 10am–8pm · (778) 788-8708
The Location
A downtown retreat that's genuinely easy to get to
Leelawadee's downtown location has been on Howe Street since 2005 — long before the neighbourhood filled in with the towers and restaurants that now surround it. The studio sits in the corridor between Yaletown and Davie Village, walkable from Granville Street and a short stroll from the Canada Line's Yaletown-Roundhouse station. It's a genuinely convenient spot for anyone working or staying downtown, and for Yaletown residents who want proper Thai bodywork without crossing the city.
The guests who visit this location are a specific mix: hotel guests in the surrounding towers who want a proper massage after a long flight or a day of meetings; office workers from the downtown core who have an hour between obligations; Yaletown and West End residents who've been coming for years and consider this their regular place. The space is calm and unhurried — it doesn't have the transactional feel of a hotel spa or the clinical atmosphere of a medical clinic.
Every treatment room is private, and every session is delivered by a therapist trained in traditional Thai bodywork technique. There's no franchise script here — Leelawadee was founded by a WATPO-trained practitioner and has operated independently since the beginning. This is the only dedicated Thai spa that has maintained a continuous presence in this stretch of downtown Vancouver since 2005.
What to Expect
Why guests keep coming back
Private Rooms
Every treatment takes place in its own private room — no shared curtain dividers or open floors. Just you and your therapist.
Independent Since 2005
Leelawadee has operated continuously since 2005 — the only dedicated Thai spa in this corridor with that kind of established history.
Open Daily 10am–8pm
Seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Last bookings taken at 7pm for a 60-minute session.
Easy to Reach
Five minutes on foot from Yaletown-Roundhouse Canada Line station. Street parking available on Howe Street and nearby blocks.
Getting Here
1282 Howe Street, Vancouver BC
SkyTrain — Canada Line
Take the Canada Line to Yaletown-Roundhouse Station. Exit onto Davie Street and walk north on Howe Street — the studio is approximately a 5-minute walk. This is the easiest option if you're coming from Richmond, the airport, or anywhere along the Canada Line corridor.
By Bus
Several routes serve the Howe Street and Davie Street corridors directly, including the 84, 15, and routes along Granville Street one block east. The 98 B-Line stops at Granville and Pacific, a short walk away.
Parking
Street parking on Howe Street is metered and typically available, especially for visits after 6pm when evening rates apply. The Impark and EasyPark parkades on Seymour Street (one block east) offer covered parking at reasonable rates for a 60–90 minute session. The studio does not have dedicated parking but this block is well-served.
Services Available
All treatments offered at Howe Street
The full menu is available at this location. Sessions from 60 to 120 minutes.
Common Questions
Downtown Vancouver FAQ
Street parking is available on Howe Street directly outside and on surrounding blocks including Helmcken, Seymour, and Drake. Most meters in this area run until 10pm, so evening visits are generally straightforward. The Impark and EasyPark parkades on Seymour Street are a short walk and tend to be affordable for a 60–90 minute stay.
Walk-ins are welcome when we have availability, but we strongly recommend booking ahead — particularly on weekends and weekday evenings when the downtown location fills up quickly. Booking online takes about a minute and guarantees your spot.
The downtown location is open daily from 10am to 8pm, seven days a week including holidays. The last booking for a 60-minute session is at 7pm, and for a 90-minute session at 6:30pm.
Our therapists are not Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) and sessions cannot be claimed through extended health benefits. Leelawadee is a traditional Thai wellness spa — the techniques we use are rooted in WATPO-trained Thai bodywork traditions rather than the Swedish-based clinical model used by RMT practice. If insurance coverage is a priority, we are not the right fit.
For traditional Thai massage, you remain fully clothed throughout the session in loose, comfortable clothing — no oil is used, and there is no disrobing. For oil-based treatments such as deep tissue, hot oil, or aromatherapy massage, you will undress to your comfort level and be fully draped throughout. Robes are provided at the studio.
Find Us
Two locations in Vancouver
Open daily 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Online booking available 24/7
Book your visit to Howe Street
Thai massage in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Private rooms, WATPO-trained therapists, open daily from 10am. The neighbourhood's longest-running Thai spa.
1282 Howe Street, Vancouver BC V6Z 2P3 · (778) 788-8708 · Open daily 10am–8pm