Recommend Thai massage places in Bangkok (non-erotic)
Jun 15, 2017, 10:45 am
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Recommend Thai massage places in Bangkok (non-erotic)
The Mrs and I would like to try the famous Thai massage while we visit Bangkok next month. A quick google search show hundred of places and they all claim to be the best LOL... If you have any recommendation, please let me know and the price too would me nice (my budget is ~600 Baht or lower for 1 hr each person)... much appreciated 
Jun 15, 2017, 1:00 pm
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Jun 15, 2017, 6:22 pm
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This Health Land brand seems to be well regarded among Thais. Some of the original locations are out of the way and focused on Thai clientele so not sure about potential language issues, but they have expanded into the tourist zones.
http://healthlandspa.com/
Maybe you could say your preferred location(s), treatments, price range? Metro Bangkok is massive, and it might take an hour or two to get to a place via car/taxi (rush hour/inclement weather/flooding).
Most hotels have on-premises massage, or have arrangements with outside providers who are often in the building.
http://healthlandspa.com/
Maybe you could say your preferred location(s), treatments, price range? Metro Bangkok is massive, and it might take an hour or two to get to a place via car/taxi (rush hour/inclement weather/flooding).
Most hotels have on-premises massage, or have arrangements with outside providers who are often in the building.
Jun 15, 2017, 6:30 pm
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Having tried several of its branches, I find HealthLand a bit too busy and commercial for my tastes. The lobbies are bustling with people, particularly on the weekend. Just look at the size of the parking lot out front; and it's usually full on the weekend. I need a more relaxed experience, right from the minute I walk into the place. I've been using Lavana since I started coming to Bangkok. You'll find that the whole calm/soothing/peaceful thing starts as you walk in the door, with lighting, soft music, even the colors used in the décor.
Regardless of where you go, 600 baht for an hour should be AOK. For example, Lavana's website lists a one hour Thai massage at 550, 1˝ hours at 700 and two hours at 800.
Regardless of where you go, 600 baht for an hour should be AOK. For example, Lavana's website lists a one hour Thai massage at 550, 1˝ hours at 700 and two hours at 800.
Jun 16, 2017, 10:19 am
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Cefle on Soi 33 used to be excellent but haven't returned for a few years. But they're still there as of 9/16
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attracti...E-Bangkok.html
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attracti...E-Bangkok.html
Jun 16, 2017, 7:08 pm
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Cefle on Soi 33 used to be excellent but haven't returned for a few years. But they're still there as of 9/16
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attracti...E-Bangkok.html
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attracti...E-Bangkok.html
I've used them as recently as a few months ago. A 90 min massage runs something like 450 THB.
And it's 'Cefle+' I believe. Exactly what the '+' means is beyond me.
Jun 19, 2017, 2:58 am
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I'll give my vote for healthland. Admittedly I usually go off-peak, but in general the massages are pretty good (I've had one in the last nine or so years that hasn't been so good).
Jun 19, 2017, 9:40 pm
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For Thai massage, Healthland is a fine choice. You can call ahead to book, and the reception desk speaks enough English to take appointments.
Just keep in mind that Healthland does 2-hour Thai only - no 1-hour option. They also do the massages in separate rooms, which I like since I feel free to play my own music (not loudly) via speaker the way I wouldn't if I were in a common room separated by curtains.
I like the one in Asoke, since it's easily reached from both BTS and MRT, and it doesn't seem to get as busy/crowded on weekdays.
Just keep in mind that Healthland does 2-hour Thai only - no 1-hour option. They also do the massages in separate rooms, which I like since I feel free to play my own music (not loudly) via speaker the way I wouldn't if I were in a common room separated by curtains.
I like the one in Asoke, since it's easily reached from both BTS and MRT, and it doesn't seem to get as busy/crowded on weekdays.
Jun 20, 2017, 11:40 am
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Jun 20, 2017, 5:51 pm
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I have seen a couple internet reports that Cefle is permanently closed. Hope is not true as I liked them also. Another option in that area is Phunnee Massage on Sukhumvit between Soi 33 and the Phrom Phong BTS. An inexpensive proper shop with good quality Thai massage services.
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I'll be in that area next week and, time allowing, will have a look.
Jun 20, 2017, 7:34 pm
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Cefle (Thai Relaxation Space +Cefle) have a Facebook page - many small Thai businesses take this route for a web presence - which seems to indicate that they may have been closed for renovations but have re-opened in or near the same location in Sukhumvit Soi 33.
I found this phone number: 02 662 3304
There are recent reviews (from last month) in Japanese.
I found this phone number: 02 662 3304
There are recent reviews (from last month) in Japanese.