Tipping in Thailand
Tipping in Thailand is appreciated but not strictly expected. Leaving small change or rounding up is the norm in casual settings; upscale venues often add a service charge.
Tipping by service in Thailand
| Service | Expectation | Typical amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-down restaurant | Appreciated | 10% if no service charge; otherwise round-up (฿20–100) |
| Counter / takeaway | Optional | No tip required; loose coins ฿5–20 |
| Café | Optional | No tip, or leave loose change (฿5–20) |
| Bar | Appreciated | Round up to nearest ฿100, or ฿20–50 per round |
| Housekeeping | Appreciated | ฿20–50 per day, left on the pillow with a thank-you note |
| Porter | Appreciated | ฿20–50 per bag |
| Concierge | Appreciated | ฿100–200 for substantial assistance |
| Taxi | Appreciated | Round up to the nearest ฿10–20 |
| Rideshare | Optional | Optional ฿10–50 in-app or round-up cash |
| Food delivery | Optional | Optional ฿10–30 in-app |
| Grocery delivery | Optional | Optional ฿20–50 in-app or in cash |
| Hairdresser | Appreciated | ฿20–100 depending on salon tier |
| Spa | Expected | ฿50–100 per 60-min massage at local shops; ฿100–200 at upscale spas |
| Tour guide | Expected | ฿200–500 per person per day; ฿500–1,000 private full day |
| Tattoo artist | Appreciated | 10–15% of the service price, or ฿200–500 cash |
| Valet | Appreciated | ฿20–50 per drop-off/pickup |
| Airport baggage | Appreciated | ฿20–50 per bag for porters |
| Busker | Appreciated | ฿20–50 in the hat or case |
| Movers | Appreciated | ฿100–200 per worker |
| Tradesperson | Optional | ฿50–100 cash for exceptional work |