This place is the best. We make it a family outing every time we visit Aspen. The massages are always great with a very relaxing atmosphere

Its true, these guys massage HARD and you sometimes needs to ask/demand gentler. I once had one of them tell me "no pain, no gain" and I was so stunned I just let him keep hurting me. But on the plus side, a lady there recently provided major relief and improvement on a compressed disc/ pinched nerve issue I've been struggling with for years so I am grateful, mystified and like usual, will probably end up going back. And yes, they rudely ask for MORE tip even if you're dissatisfied or tipping standard. Overall, kind of a weird experience for Aspen but I seem to still go back. read more

Loved my massage!! Very friendly and enjoyed the experience! I would recommend it for a massage!!

I want to say go, but there are a few things about this place that make it "not for everyone". The space is very bare bones, not what one expects from a salon or spa, especially in a high end town like Aspen. The staff barely speak English, so communicating with them about your needs, massage pressure, injuries and so on is near impossible. They are very rough around the edges, is how I'd put it. That being said, boy do they ever go at your feet. You will feel pain but also tremendous relief. And it's relatively cheap. So there you go, try if you dare, and you may end up loving it! read more

last week August 2024- a masseuse, Heidi, injured my knee cap!! And the only English speaking person who manages from a distant location, was horribly aggressive. He would not give me his insurance companies number to send a claim over to. He told me that they have camera footage of me walking out and it does not look like I was walking with a limb. Therefore, I am fine. I have called every state agency. Seems like the only way I could get possible reimbursement is to take them to small claims court. I am a local and try to go there every few months. I've seen Heidi in action and heard of other complaints. She is sloppy in her hand placements and.seems rushed. I typically go to other people, but for some reason had her. I was laying on the table on my back. And she was stretching my right hamstring. She obviously was not trained with basic knowledge of contraindications or what not to do. She firmly rested her hand on my left kneecap for leverage to push my right leg. I immediately pulled her hand off and used Google Translate to tell her that she cannot push down on a soft unstable joint like that. She laughed. Not sure she understood fully what I said or what she was doing wrong. The second time she pushed into my kneecap, even harder. I screamed in pain! I heard a pop and felt the patella slide down a few centimeters. I teach yoga and do a lot with the body so I am very aware of what she did. For some stupid reason, I paid them and gave her a full tip. I tried to communicate with Nick, who speaks the most amount of English, but he could not understand. I knew she had done something really bad but sucked it up and went to work. Two hours later, it swelled quite a bit and there was a lot more pain. I canceled the rest of the night and went to the outpatient clinic. Diagnosis, partially dislocated patella and quad tendon strain- I've been to my chiropractor and PT, who all agree with the first doctors, notes and imaging. This business should not be able to continue! I don't even think they pass sanitation codes. The Masseuse's nap on the chairs while they're waiting for business. And do not change the towels or face coverings when they get up. they cook their cabbage and noodles in the same room that they do their laundry, which is inside of the massage parlor. I've seen many of them multiple times smoking a cigarette and going directly to work on someone without washing their hands. But most of all, even if the Masseuse made a human mistake because she is ignorant, uncaring, or untrained, the management should have worked with me on some level and been professional read more

The message was mediocre. I'm sure they have no professional training. I have a bruised heal ... he applied way too much pressure. The music was relaxing, but the one song over and over again was annoying. The message I got was supposed to be 1hour, he was done in 45 min. Went to pay and they don't take credit cards. As I was preparing the Venmo , he was looking over my shoulder asking me about a tip. I gave him 20% but was still insisting I give him more. At that point, I never should have given him one. Bottom line, go here if you are desperate. read more

I sat down and they told me that I didn't have an apt even though I called and booked one. So they kicked me out.

The workers at A1 are not professional and appear bored. I saw a worker using his elbow on the back of a client while using his other hand to text on his phone. It is expensive for what you receive and they always short clients on time. When I paid with cash i was told it was $80 and a 20% tip. They don't realize a tip is something to be earned, not necessary if the service is bad, which it was. read more

They look at their clock (which is 10 minutes fast on the wall) and I'm looking at my I phone and it was a 20 minute massage and it was supposed to be 30 minutes but... the whole time the guy was telling other clients we don't take credit card only cash and I know for a fact I've used a credit card every time. Well....every time someone was paying to leave he stopped to tell them only cash. Which means my 30 minute massage was 10 and even the ten minutes he talked the whole time. They made us pay the full 30 minutes and when I think back every time I've been there they are just so darn rude!!! NEVER GOING BACK! read more

To all my pregnant mommas out there, this is your place if you are looking for an intense, deep tissue massage in Aspen! I paid for several prenatal massages throughout my first pregnancy, and they were all so disappointing. The combo massage here is amazing and gave me such relief. A 1 hour combo massage was $80 which is an amazing price, especially for what you get. Highly highly recommend this place, pregnant or not! read more

I have been visiting Aspen for over 15 years both in the summer and winter and have been coming to A1 since their opening because I feel they give good customer service and massages. I recently discovered that I have heart failure although I am young and healthy. When I had to start my many many medications my hair started to fall out in clumps which added to the burden of my illness. Rather than cut my hair very short I opted to have extensions put in until it grew back in. Yesterday I had a mediocre massage by a gentleman who repeatedly ( at least three times) called over his fellow employees to point out and laugh about the fact that my hair was "fake" in his own language. Foolishly he thought I did not do what he was doing. Just because we don't speak your language does not mean we are ignorant and cannot understand what you are saying. To the owner of this business: I highly recommend that you instruct your employees to keep their discussions not only to a minimum while clients are trying to relax and enjoy a massage that they are paying for but to learn to be PROFESSIONAL. To the gentleman who massaged me: You may not be treated well by every client but I was nothing but kind to you and tipped you generously despite your cruel jokes. It is not up to me to exact revenge upon you but you will have the karma that you deserve. Perhaps you already do. To future clients: pay attention to not only the body language but the interaction of the people who are working around you. This particular gentleman was very unkind. However I refuse to stoop to his level. I have a Vietnamese woman who has been doing my nails in my home state for over 10 years. She sometimes will speak to her co workers in Vietnamese because it is easier for her, but never once has she made me feel uncomfortable and often times will clarify to me what they are speaking about just to make sure that I don't feel offended. Dear sir YOU are part of the problem. You come to a country where I was born and weaponize your language against me. But I will not as I said stoop to your level. I will not treat other Asians as if they are cruel horrible people because of you. As I said, your karma will find you... read more

These people go hard. If you don't eat to leave with bruises....don't come here. Cheap. Hard. Good. It's what I like. Cheapest massage in Aspen and they go hard. Thank you guys! read more

They are not open it's 6:30p. Tried calling multiple times no one answers. Open sign is on at the store front but doors are locked. Don't waste your time. read more

These guys are the real deal. Excellent value, really deep firm pressure but not too rough that is was uncomfortable. I got a walk in but had lucky, most people had phones in appointments. read more

We were in town for the weekend, called to make an appointment before they closed. We arrived to a small, cramped, smelly location where the owners were rude and not unaccommodating at best. We received foot massages that were not bad I must say...I would strongly suggest increased communication skill as well as a lesson in good customer service. read more

At the beginning of our trip and at the end we make it a point to go. They work out the problems. One time, I had lower back tightness and did not even have to tell the massage therapist. He targeted the area and I felt much better. Affordable and excellent at what they do. From Pepper read more

A1 Oriental Foot Massage - Front door - Massage Near Me - Aspen, Colorado

We booked an appointment over the phone. All went well with the massage. Except two things. I've had several reflexology massages all over so I'm not new to this. #1 they pretty much hustled me into a more expensive combo massage when I wanted only a reflexology massage. #2 paid with cash in the end $140 for two massages and paid the tip in cash too. Apparently they didn't like my tip amount so they harassed me for more money which I didn't cough up. My suggestion is to be aware of these people when going in so you know how much you're paying and what your getting. In a resort town I guess they think they can get away with this sort of business practice. read more

Best massage I have ever had. It's reflexology so if you can't take the pain of your muscles releasing this is not the place for you. Opt for the table massage instead of the chair. You will not be disappointed. read more

Instead of snowboarding with my friends today I decided to explore Aspen on my own today. I found this place on Yelp and decided to try it out since it was close to the place we were staying at. Wonderful foot massages and wasn't bad on the price either. You would not expect a place like this here so it's great that they do have a place like this in Aspen for all the tourists and locals. A one hour foot and back massage for $50. read more

Been coming to aspen once a year for 7 years now. Have been going to a bunch of massage places during that time, but the one place I always keep coming back to is A1. If you can get passed the ambiance, the massage is top notch. read more

Surprisly found this place after a day f snowboarding. I had the 15mins chair massage, only $20, felt very relax afterwards! Recommended to go:) read more

Four of us went and they massaged so hard that we all were in pain frequently. Afterwards, I gave a 15% and he complained to me that was too cheap in spite of the below average massage. I wouldn't go there again read more

This is my favorite place to go while visiting Aspen. All of the therapists are great and they are super accommodating on pressure. I can't wait to for my next trip. read more

This place is a must every time I get in town. They really get in there. Don't expect frills or a spa experience. It's straight up therapy for those who don't need the oil and light feel good massages, and amazing after working out, snowboarding or working an event!! read more

OMG - I would have given it 5 stars but the therapists wouldn't STOP TALKING to each other. You go to a massage place to relax and having them socialize the whole time ISN'T relaxing. Incredibly irritating. Too bad b/c the massage itself was great. read more

Very painful and intense! I was looking for more of a relaxing massage and this was definitely not it. However if your looking for deep and intense then this would be your place! read more

Request a combo foot/chair massage... Got the half hour chair and refused to do foot massage. Craziest visit to any business ever.... They don't speak English (apparently) B careful what you ask for and what you get read more

These people are thieves! We went in and got 2 hour long foot massages. They should have been $50/each according to their pricing. Afterwards they said it would be $120. My boyfriend thought they said $120 each so he laid out $240.00 plus 15% tip. He asked was that right and the woman said... oh yes in her broken english. When he told me how much he paid, we went back in and she gave $45.00 back and just smiled while patting her 2 $100 bills she got! How dare they take advantage of out-of-towners in such a devious way!!!!! Be careful if you decide to patronize this nasty establishment! read more

I decided to try this place during a cold day in Aspen. It was a very painful experience and the therapist seemed to be unaware of the fact that she was bruising me. It's a one size fits all foot massage. When I went to pay the bill, she told me it was $50. I reluctantly gave her $60 cash and told her to keep the change. She took it without so much as a thank you and instead said, "More." I was extremely shocked at the comment. If I had given her tens instead of twentys, I would have taken the $10 tip back. Stay away from this place! Terrible experience overall! read more

Do not go here for a massage. Was supposed to have 30m/30m massage and foot massage combo. Instead, I was given only a massage and the male therapist was incredibly inappropriate and unprofessional. I did not feel comfortable at all. The massage was far too intense and he had no respect for boundaries. After, I was told I would not get a foot massage because the whole hour had been used already. Do not go here. read more

Not one of the finer places in Aspen. My fiancé and I were 5 minutes late to our appointment after climbing Aspen mountain. It took another 5-7 minutes for them to actually begin the massage. We paid for a 30 minute massage and received about 18 minutes. When I told the man who seemed like the owner he said "sorry it not my fault you run late." We were literally 6 minutes late, and got 18 minutes. Either way, not worth the money. Don't waste your time. read more

I read some of the previous reviews and was almost afraid to try it but decided to give them a chance....boy am I glad I did! Excellent massage and very sweet staff. Would recommend and will definitely be back!! read more

Excellent massage and reasonably priced. I have gone three times this trip and they haven't disappointed. The chair massage was great for relieving my sore muscles. read more

Worst place ever! They talked to each other the entire time it was hot and smelly! And the worst part we were told how much to tip?! And that amount was OVER 30%! Then guy refused to give our change back because he said our 20% tip was not enough! I have never heard of such of a thing! If you are looking for relaxation DO NOT go here!! read more

I'm a local and i've gone here quite a few times. they beat the hell out of you but i like it that way. last time i went i paid the normal $40 and left a tip. the guy actually told me the tip should be twice what i left!! i don't know how they do things in korea but here in america if someone leaves you a tip, that's what you get. maybe it's a great tip, maybe not, but that's it. you don't ask for more. i flat out told him that was rude and not good (i said not good because he speaks NO english). the other reviews about them ripping people off doesn't surprise me in the least. i'll go somewhere else and pay more before i go back to these thieves read more

I was given $70 gift certificate for Christmas. When I went to their new location on Spring St. I could not help but notice that there was not a single customer in the place. I explained that I would like to get the $30 chair massage today and use the other $40 next week. Although both of the employees spoke perfect accent free English, they told me, repeatedly, they can not give refunds. I explained multiple times that I did not want a refund just to use the other portion next week. They repeated multiple times that they do not give refunds. Finally they told me I could have a chair massage but they would just charge me the entire $70 ??? The employees have absolutely no idea of customer service, and are rude. Now I know why there were no customers in the place. read more