The quick answer
- Pressure and stretching: Thai massage
- Pressure with smooth strokes and less stretching: Thai oil massage
- Gentle, soothing and scented: aromatherapy massage
- Specific tight spots: muscle relief massage
- Desk stiffness: neck, back and shoulder massage
- A day on your feet: foot massage
What Thai massage is
Thai massage uses rhythmic pressure and stretching, with no oil, and you stay dressed. It suits people who like to feel the body being opened up.
Thai oil massage and aromatherapy massage
Thai oil massage keeps Thai-style pressure and adds oil so the hands keep moving. Aromatherapy massage is built on long strokes and scent for relaxation. Lay a towel down for either.
How long should you book?
Sixty minutes suits a specific area, ninety a full-body session and 120 a proper rest. See massage prices in Bangkok.
Frequently asked questions
Which massage is best for a first time?
If unsure, start with aromatherapy or a medium-pressure Thai massage, and tell your therapist what you like.
Which massage needs no shower afterwards?
Thai massage and foot massage do not use oil all over, so you do not need one.
Which massage needs the least space?
Foot massage and neck and shoulder massage need the least room.