Looking for the best gyms in Bangkok? Thailand's capital has become a fitness destination with world-class facilities at often surprisingly affordable prices. Here are our top picks for premium gyms that will push you to your limit.
Virgin Active – The Premium Choice
Area: Siam Discovery & Empire Tower Sathorn
Website: virginactive.co.th
Membership: Premium pricing
Demographic: Executives, professionals seeking spa-like amenities
Virgin Active is the luxury leader in Bangkok fitness. Their flagship locations feature Himalayan salt rooms, sleep pods, reformer Pilates studios, hot yoga zones, biofeedback workout stations, and in-house dietitians. If you want gym meets spa meets wellness center, this is it. The Siam Discovery location is particularly impressive.
Training Ground – For Serious Athletes
Area: Phra Khanong
Website: traininggroundbkk.com
Membership: Premium pricing
Demographic: Serious athletes, strength & conditioning focused
Often compared to Equinox in New York, Training Ground caters to serious athletes with Olympic-level strength and conditioning equipment, professional coaching, specialized recovery zones, and personalized biomechanics programs. If you're training for performance rather than just maintenance, this is your gym.
BASE Bangkok – Asia's Gym of the Year
Area: Thonglor & Sathorn
Website: basebangkok.com
Membership: Call for pricing
Demographic: Data-driven fitness enthusiasts, community seekers
Voted Asia's Gym of the Year, BASE offers data-driven HIIT and strength training with real-time progress tracking. Strong community atmosphere and excellent coaching make it easy to stay motivated. The Thonglor location is particularly popular with expats and young professionals.
The Cascade Club
Area: Sathorn
Address: The Ascott Sathorn, Bangkok
Website: thecascadeclub.com
Membership: Call for pricing
Demographic: Hotel guests, Sathorn professionals
Spanning multiple floors at The Ascott Sathorn, The Cascade Club features extensive cardio and strength equipment, a climbing wall, and a rooftop swimming pool. The multi-level layout is unique in Bangkok and the rooftop pool is perfect for recovery.
Jetts Fitness – 24/7 Budget Option
Area: 30+ locations across Bangkok
Website: jetts.co.th
Membership: Budget-friendly, no long-term contracts
Hours: 24/7
Demographic: Budget-conscious, busy professionals
Jetts provides 24/7 access across 30+ Bangkok locations with no long-term contracts. Features AI-powered "Smart Workout" systems for guidance. Perfect for travelers or those with unpredictable schedules who need flexibility without premium pricing.
Muay Thai Gyms – The Thai Experience
Area: Various locations
Notable gyms: Evolve MMA, Attachai Muay Thai, Sitsongpeenong
Membership: Varies – day passes usually available
Demographic: Combat sports enthusiasts, tourists seeking authentic training
You can't come to Bangkok without trying Muay Thai. The city has dozens of world-class camps offering everything from tourist-friendly intro classes to serious fighter training. Most gyms offer day passes or weekly packages. It's an incredible workout and a quintessential Bangkok experience.
After the gym, relax with a drink at one of the best rooftop bars in Bangkok.
