Bangkok ( Thailand ) - Massage / Sauna Compiled)

[Guest Dr Bear Massage]

Thanks to the very detailed instructions posted earlier in this thread, it was easy to find the place. 

 

The place looks as per the pictures on the net, both on the outside and the inside. The shower handles are a bit tired though - the 'metal' has come off handles, exposing the plastic underneath. Looks like a bit of maintenance is required. When I was at reception filling in the form, Stephane carried some curtain rods into the back of the place - think he was repairing something. He said hello. Friendly enough person, I hope he reads this review.

 

Ok, on to the massage then. Having heard so much about the Ob Oon massage, I opted for 90 mins of the Thai Ob Oon massage and 30 minutes of the Organ II massage. Cost: 1275 + 600 = 1875 THB. On the form, I indicated that my problem areas were my neck and upper shoulders and I explained to the reception person that I am weak around the calves so less pressure there please. Was shown to the curtained off area and was requested to shower. Poor customer service as going from a light area to a darkened area, I could not see that well - was not shown/guided as to where to put my clothes and belongings. Was also not shown where the shower area was.

 

Ok, after the shower, face down, the masseur started on my right leg. And it was my right left for like at least the next 15 mins. Anyone who has received massage would tell you that having a sole area worked on for that long is a bit strange - it feels strange and the body gets a bit bored. Poor massage skills - the masseur did hit the correct areas nor did he apply the correct pressure. It was like that for the rest of the body for the next however long. The only difference between this massage and other massages is that the masseur does touch the penis or glides over the penis when massaging the upper thigh or lower abdomen region. The rest of the massage was the same, not much technique. Some attention paid to the areas I indicated as problem areas but not enough strength. The massage was so boring that I even feel bored writing this.

 

After 90 minutes, the transition to the organ massage II. The masseur hooked his knees under my lower thighs and started massaging my abdomen, inner thighs and genitals. I think someone here said that this is a glorified H.E. and yes, after experiencing it myself, I agree. Pure wanking, no slow or sensual rubbing, no change of strokes. Shower and a cup of tea after that.

 

Major disappointment as I was looking forward to the experience, having read so much about it here. Given the cost, I would have gotten a much better massage and experience in places like Arena. Would I go back again? Never.  I hope Stephane reads this and ups his game and better choose and train his team else this place will be another male massage that bites the dust in the not too long future.

[bkkuser]

3 hours ago, -Ignored- said:

tks bkkandy for the response....

There is so much hu-ha about the yunomori, many forum friends tend to recommend this ...apart from the price at bkk is cheaper, I m wondering is there really worth exploring there?

Bkkandy,

May I asked are there any other hotels/lodging (must have personal ensuite bathroom/toilet) in Bangkok ie worth staying? I m looking at a budget of per SINGLE room per nite of 1K+ baht only , short walk to BTS/train station ?

 

well I do like the Yunomori, but as always guess it depends on personal preferences if one likes it as much or not. Also can depend on when you go, at certain times it may simply be too crowded to be as reaalxing as it should be

 

At that budget, try Nantra Silom (located on SIlom Soi 8, which is right next to Soi 6, where the well known Prime massage is). Cheap, clean, modern, with wifi and close to BTS Saladaeng

[looklook]

1 minute ago, bkkandy said:

 

well I do like the Yunomori, but as always guess it depends on personal preferences if one likes it as much or not. Also can depend on when you go, at certain times it may simply be too crowded to be as reaalxing as it should be

 

At that budget, try Nantra Silom (located on SIlom Soi 8, which is right next to Soi 6, where the well known Prime massage is). Cheap, clean, modern, with wifi and close to BTS Saladaeng

Does Nantra have the same concept as Yunimori

[gold_exp]

will be in BKK from 12 Oct to 18 Oct

[lovehandle]

2 hours ago, looklook said:

Does Nantra have the same concept as Yunimori

Dear looklook

it is a hotel/lodging, not an onsen/massage place
https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/Hotel_Review-g293916-d2456266-Reviews-Nantra_Silom-Bangkok.html#REVIEWS

Edited October 5, 2016 by lovehandle

[gc0805]

5 hours ago, Guest Dr Bear Massage said:

Thanks to the very detailed instructions posted earlier in this thread, it was easy to find the place. 

 

The place looks as per the pictures on the net, both on the outside and the inside. The shower handles are a bit tired though - the 'metal' has come off handles, exposing the plastic underneath. Looks like a bit of maintenance is required. When I was at reception filling in the form, Stephane carried some curtain rods into the back of the place - think he was repairing something. He said hello. Friendly enough person, I hope he reads this review.

 

Ok, on to the massage then. Having heard so much about the Ob Oon massage, I opted for 90 mins of the Thai Ob Oon massage and 30 minutes of the Organ II massage. Cost: 1275 + 600 = 1875 THB. On the form, I indicated that my problem areas were my neck and upper shoulders and I explained to the reception person that I am weak around the calves so less pressure there please. Was shown to the curtained off area and was requested to shower. Poor customer service as going from a light area to a darkened area, I could not see that well - was not shown/guided as to where to put my clothes and belongings. Was also not shown where the shower area was.

 

Ok, after the shower, face down, the masseur started on my right leg. And it was my right left for like at least the next 15 mins. Anyone who has received massage would tell you that having a sole area worked on for that long is a bit strange - it feels strange and the body gets a bit bored. Poor massage skills - the masseur did hit the correct areas nor did he apply the correct pressure. It was like that for the rest of the body for the next however long. The only difference between this massage and other massages is that the masseur does touch the penis or glides over the penis when massaging the upper thigh or lower abdomen region. The rest of the massage was the same, not much technique. Some attention paid to the areas I indicated as problem areas but not enough strength. The massage was so boring that I even feel bored writing this.

 

After 90 minutes, the transition to the organ massage II. The masseur hooked his knees under my lower thighs and started massaging my abdomen, inner thighs and genitals. I think someone here said that this is a glorified H.E. and yes, after experiencing it myself, I agree. Pure wanking, no slow or sensual rubbing, no change of strokes. Shower and a cup of tea after that.

 

Major disappointment as I was looking forward to the experience, having read so much about it here. Given the cost, I would have gotten a much better massage and experience in places like Arena. Would I go back again? Never.  I hope Stephane reads this and ups his game and better choose and train his team else this place will be another male massage that bites the dust in the not too long future.

There used to be a great masseur by the name of Wat working there. He gives one of the best massages in bkk imho. But he's free lancing now. Wonder if anyone has his contact.

[looklook]

3 hours ago, -Ignored- said:

Dear looklook

it is a hotel/lodging, not an onsen/massage place
https://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/Hotel_Review-g293916-d2456266-Reviews-Nantra_Silom-Bangkok.html#REVIEWS

thank you

[meremale]

Will be in BKK from 23-27 Dec.

[blackite]

Silom night market closed? Where to buy gay DVDs?

[bkkuser]

yes SIlom night market is closed  Don't know where the DVD stalls might be, possibly some vendors from Silom moved to Patpong, where there are/were a lot of unoccupied lots. I haven't checked yet if that happened. Would seem logical to me, but then logic doesn't always apply in Thailand and also we don't know what the pricing structure for having a stall in Patpong vs one in Silom is, who they have to pay and how much

[looklook]

5 minutes ago, bkkandy said:

yes SIlom night market is closed  Don't know where the DVD stalls might be, possibly some vendors from Silom moved to Patpong, where there are/were a lot of unoccupied lots. I haven't checked yet if that happened. Would seem logical to me, but then logic doesn't always apply in Thailand and also we don't know what the pricing structure for having a stall in Patpong vs one in Silom is, who they have to pay and how much

is the Silom night market closed permanently?

[bkkuser]

yes, it's a continuation of an ongoing "clean up" effort by the government, which says vendors are illegally using public space (i.e. the sidewalk) for their personal business. That may be true, but street markets and especially the street food is quintessential Bangkok. They should rather make it legal somehow, regulate it and allow these things to happen in some form rather than abolishing it in a citywide "clean up". Thai people depend on street food for their dinners (so do I), tourists are attracted by the markets and street food and bring money in to the economy, and the vendors need to make a living, too. Where are they supposed to go? Some (or many?) of them may drift off into crime to make a living. Not good and a shortsighted policy. 

 

So, unless the still ongoing negotiations of the vendors with city hall are somehow successful, the ban has to be considered permanent 

[pochacco_oo]

Hello. Planning to go Bkk and Chiang Mai in January 2017. Any one interested?

[ExhibitGuy]

On 10/7/2016 at 10:29 PM, bkkandy said:

yes, it's a continuation of an ongoing "clean up" effort by the government, which says vendors are illegally using public space (i.e. the sidewalk) for their personal business. That may be true, but street markets and especially the street food is quintessential Bangkok. They should rather make it legal somehow, regulate it and allow these things to happen in some form rather than abolishing it in a citywide "clean up". Thai people depend on street food for their dinners (so do I), tourists are attracted by the markets and street food and bring money in to the economy, and the vendors need to make a living, too. Where are they supposed to go? Some (or many?) of them may drift off into crime to make a living. Not good and a shortsighted policy. 

 

So, unless the still ongoing negotiations of the vendors with city hall are somehow successful, the ban has to be considered permanent 

So where am I going to buy sexy underwear now?  I knew I can only get those in silom.  Other places like jj,  platinum had the boring ones

[lovehandle]

8 minutes ago, ExhibitGuy said:

So where am I going to buy sexy underwear now?  I knew I can only get those in silom.  Other places like jj,  platinum had the boring ones

badly need undies till u need to fly out?

Faster methods: go carousell, or online ordering

For me, I need quality touch.....but since bkk underwear is acceptable to some, so I doubt u need to feel/touch it before purchase....



My final advice: respect intellectual property!

 

[lovehandle]

Many options:
https://www.blowingwind.io/forum/topic/22645-favourite-underwear-brand/?do=findComment&comment=1490949
 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1512110239073504/?multi_permalinks=1767071243577401&notif_t=group_highlights&notif_id=1470824812071730

http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/kargiemargie/item/es-ad466/

[ExhibitGuy]

1 hour ago, -Ignored- said:

badly need undies till u need to fly out?

Faster methods: go carousell, or online ordering

For me, I need quality touch.....but since bkk underwear is acceptable to some, so I doubt u need to feel/touch it before purchase....



My final advice: respect intellectual property!

 

I am actually asking in the future tense,  and If you can read my posts I am in KL atm

[lovehandle]

time to make your future tense into past tense then....

btw, some saunas in bkk (silom area) sell some sexy pieces too

[MaximusPrime]

Bangkok local

Add me line

Alpha-delta-bravo

[lovehandle]

anyone going to the ghostly event? 450baht may be ex -considered this is in bkk
http://www.r3sauna.com/eventbooking/

http://www.r3sauna.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=featured&Itemid=435

[gpfun]

For those who are travelling to Bangkok, do expect some changes to the entertainment venue.

 

==========

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-37643326

 

Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej dead at 88

Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-reigning monarch, has died after 70 years as head of state, the palace says. In a televised address to the nation, Prayut Chan-ocha said Thailand would hold a one-year mourning period and that all entertainment functions must be "toned down" for a month.

 

 

 

[Guest Bangkok]

1 year? Thats a long mourning period. Wnder if this will affect the massae centers? 

[lovehandle]

tourism related places like airport should remains

I wish to see the real impact of songkran (water splashing) festival, many gays luv to attend /visit @ that time, I wonder what will be the impact?

Crying and emotions are real for now but I m not sure one month down the rd (even CNA fb changed their pic https://www.facebook.com/ChannelNewsAsia/)

[Night]

Hi everyone, I will be going to Bangkok soon and staying at the hotel opposite Asok train station. May I know other than the prime massage shop, is there any option nearby Asok train station? Hope to know the shop name and location. Thank you very much! 

[Night]

1 hour ago, -Ignored- said:

tourism related places like airport should remains

I wish to see the real impact of songkran (water splashing) festival, many gays luv to attend /visit @ that time, I wonder what will be the impact?

Crying and emotions are real for now but I m not sure one month down the rd (even CNA fb changed their pic https://www.facebook.com/ChannelNewsAsia/)

 

I hope this doesn't affect my biz trip next week. By the way, do you have any massage shop nearby Asok station to recommend? Sorry for such question to you.   

[lovehandle]

so long u don't take the taxis, I doubt u will face congestion issues , the funeral ceremony will not next week

In the past there is one at asoke but it has closed down: Guy Spa, damned gd service!

but along sukhuvmit , there shd be b others as well , read above , if not google gay spa + sukhuvmit (I could have spelt wrongly)

[lovehandle]

keep track of the funeral movement: https://www.facebook.com/ChannelNewsAsia/videos/vb.93889432933/10153998200507934/?type=2&theater&notif_t=live_video&notif_id=1476325475337756

[Night]

37 minutes ago, -Ignored- said:

so long u don't take the taxis, I doubt u will face congestion issues , the funeral ceremony will not next week

In the past there is one at asoke but it has closed down: Guy Spa, damned gd service!

but along sukhuvmit , there shd be b others as well , read above , if not google gay spa + sukhuvmit (I could have spelt wrongly)

 

Thank you!!!

[Night]

42 minutes ago, -Ignored- said:

so long u don't take the taxis, I doubt u will face congestion issues , the funeral ceremony will not next week

In the past there is one at asoke but it has closed down: Guy Spa, damned gd service!

but along sukhuvmit , there shd be b others as well , read above , if not google gay spa + sukhuvmit (I could have spelt wrongly)

Thank you very much! Actually other than gay spa,  do you have any traditional massage shop there to recommend? 

[lovehandle]

19 minutes ago, Night said:

Thank you very much! Actually other than gay spa,  do you have any traditional massage shop there to recommend? 

if it s straight massage , I will comment soon

 

If it s gay massage, the seniors in this thread shall take over

[Night]

1 hour ago, -Ignored- said:

so long u don't take the taxis, I doubt u will face congestion issues , the funeral ceremony will not next week

In the past there is one at asoke but it has closed down: Guy Spa, damned gd service!

but along sukhuvmit , there shd be b others as well , read above , if not google gay spa + sukhuvmit (I could have spelt wrongly)

 

Thank you!!!

[Night]

7 minutes ago, -Ignored- said:

if it s straight massage , I will comment soon

 

If it s gay massage, the seniors in this thread shall take over

Yes, straight massage.    thanks!

[lovehandle]

59 minutes ago, Night said:

Yes, straight massage.    thanks!

u can try all-time Singaporean well-loved massage: Urban retreat spa
Straits times also recommended
http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/

http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/contact

I don't like doing it w no proper rooms or locker-stealings

 

just below asoke mrt (on the Sheraton hotel- side of road)

 

my advice: book, always book in advance

the common ones are what Health Land massage but I often heard about the bad services

 

 

 

 

 

urban massage  near to suk mrt or asoke (not straight, but I have not tried it before)

http://www.urbanmalemassage.com/

erm,why did u come to this forum to ask for straight massage? and next week is your trip, this weekend then u start treating us  like your tour guide?

[Night]

13 hours ago, -Ignored- said:

u can try all-time Singaporean well-loved massage: Urban retreat spa
Straits times also recommended
http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/

http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/contact

I don't like doing it w no proper rooms or locker-stealings

 

just below asoke mrt (on the Sheraton hotel- side of road)

 

my advice: book, always book in advance

the common ones are what Health Land massage but I often heard about the bad services

 

 

 

 

 

urban massage  near to suk mrt or asoke (not straight, but I have not tried it before)

http://www.urbanmalemassage.com/

erm,why did u come to this forum to ask for straight massage? and next week is your trip, this weekend then u start treating us  like your tour guide?

Thanks for the recommendation!

 

Sorry, you mean I ask too last minute or...? I have been traveling around and just came back from a long trip. So kind of last minute when comes to planning for what to do if I have free time. 

[Night]

13 hours ago, -Ignored- said:

u can try all-time Singaporean well-loved massage: Urban retreat spa
Straits times also recommended
http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/

http://www.urbanretreatspa.net/contact

I don't like doing it w no proper rooms or locker-stealings

 

just below asoke mrt (on the Sheraton hotel- side of road)

 

my advice: book, always book in advance

the common ones are what Health Land massage but I often heard about the bad services

 

 

 

 

 

urban massage  near to suk mrt or asoke (not straight, but I have not tried it before)

http://www.urbanmalemassage.com/

erm,why did u come to this forum to ask for straight massage? and next week is your trip, this weekend then u start treating us  like your tour guide?

Oh ya the reason why I ask for straight massage shop is because i find it more thrilling to discover special experience discreetly in such place. Haha 

[lovehandle]

17 hours ago, Night said:

 

I hope this doesn't affect my biz trip next week. By the way, do you have any massage shop nearby Asok station to recommend? Sorry for such question to you.   

W the online word and a smart phone , one can ask anytime
though not all will be bothered to answer u


hope u will share your experience soon! as most of the masseurs are female!
 

 

[Sudu]

will visit bangkok for a short trip 23-25/11 as a transit, will pay a visit to the few massage centers mentioned here. 

really hope at least some will be open by that time

Edited October 16, 2016 by Sudu

[Guest jolim143]

On 02/10/2016 at 0:15 AM, herodai said:

Anyone thinking of spending new year eve at White Party?

I already booked hotel n tickets for party and plane lo. Thai air got promo now i think. lol.

 

Checked with the organiser of WP, and they said even tho Thailand now in mourning, the party will go on as planned since its in dec.

Edited October 16, 2016 by jolim143

[NP90]

Does the soi twilight and silom area massage close on Sunday?

[kinoz]

Massage parlours opened for business as usual but all go go bars were asked to close for a day. All continue to open for business today.

Edited October 17, 2016 by kinoz

[Guest Hot Swimmer]

I will be travelling to bkk for Loy Krathong in mid november.

Any one can please advise me if Loy Krathong will be celebrated this year?

[luvhandle]

learning from all seniors of bW, the favourite question of ALL time

anyone travelling in Feb period?

[dexter9898]

On 10/18/2016 at 1:43 AM, Guest Hot Swimmer said:

I will be travelling to bkk for Loy Krathong in mid november.

Any one can please advise me if Loy Krathong will be celebrated this year?

http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/general/1113673/provinces-cancel-loy-krathong

[Guest Hot Swimmer]

6 hours ago, dexter9898 said:

http://www.bangkokpost.com/news/general/1113673/provinces-cancel-loy-krathong

 Mai mii Loy loy krathong leow...

[bkkuser]

well, (some) official Loy Krathong festivities may be canceled, but people will probably still loy (float) their own private krathong as is the tradition. 

[Guest Hot Swimmer]

11 hours ago, bkkandy said:

well, (some) official Loy Krathong festivities may be canceled, but people will probably still loy (float) their own private krathong as is the tradition. 

Must I wear only black / grey shirts and pants / shorts for the whole trip in Thailand? Non-black/grey Underwears ok?

[bkkuser]

no you don't have to wear black/grey, as the 30 days for which the general public is asked to do so will be over by Loy Krathong. Not sure how people will change after the 30 days, I suspect some (many?) will continue because they just feel like doing it. Of course, government staff will have to continue anyway for 1 year, so there will be at least some black for a long time. Anyway, I'd suggest maybe to just refrain from super-bright colors. As a tourist you're kinda excused anyway, though during the 30 days appropriate dress is appreciated by the people.

 

Underwear? LOL, color doesn't matter as it is not visible in public. 

[looklook]

2 minutes ago, bkkandy said:

no you don't have to wear black/grey, as the 30 days for which the general public is asked to do so will be over by Loy Krathong. Not sure how people will change after the 30 days, I suspect some (many?) will continue because they just feel like doing it. Of course, government staff will have to continue anyway for 1 year, so there will be at least some black for a long time. Anyway, I'd suggest maybe to just refrain from super-bright colors. As a tourist you're kinda excused anyway, though during the 30 days appropriate dress is appreciated by the people.

 

Underwear? LOL, color doesn't matter as it is not visible in public. 

no underwear is also ok, right

[Guest Gast]

2 hours ago, looklook said:

no underwear is also ok, right

Actually Thailand is one country where not wearing underwear is against the law.

 

http://www.dumblaws.com/laws/international/thailand

 

But I have not heard anyone getting into trouble for not wearing underwear. Maybe you can be the first person to do so?

[lovehandle]

goodness, grief time still  can worry about underwear

Don't u have to spend time thinking what if your hair is dyed, most lady has dyed in several colours esp the latest trend , men could be in mocha reddish brown etc
the bags u carry -what colour? the accessories hang on the bag? the stripes on your sneaker shoes??
Your passport colour? u need to carry passpt around, what if it s bright red (sg), buy a passport cover?

Really loh, this is not respect. go do a volunteer work pls: so that u will not have energy thinking of such: they accept 2wks assignment too
https://www.facebook.com/volunteerthailand/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf

http://www.volunteerthailand.org/bangkok-volunteer-34/