This is a Chinese massage, clearing the traditional 12 meridians. I feel relaxed and energized…read moreafter an hour with this masseuse. The studio is very clean. And everyone is very kind and professional. Less than one block from the Stanford Court and behind the Fairmont. Such a great find! Send Dad and the kids on to Chinatown, and stop here for a refresh before heading out for dinner or the theatre.

Most places like this, that offer lower cost massage you can generally plan on somebody kind of…read moregoing through the motions and this was definitely the case. In addition to a very mechanical massage, they didn't really listen to specific requests though they said they would on the front end. And there is a Crazy three dollar per person per hour charge if you use a credit card and they will charge you a 33% tip upfront. And now we know why.

I came home m for a service of 30 min for $40 and was told I had to pay a mandatory $10 upfront for…read moretip. That's more then 20% and also a rip off

I think this place is a little on the pricey side: $30 for 30 minutes plus a credit card processing…read morefee. They started the timer and let our feet soak for 5 minutes so the massage was really 25 minutes. I am used to reflexology really being full body, but these chairs don't recline so it was purely foot. My person spent most of the time of my calves and not much on my feet. Her long nails dug into my legs. Lastly I really prefer no gloves but maybe that is everywhere!

I came here for Mothers Day , got a massage from Sumi , & it was wonderful ! The tension in my back…read morewas released by a pleasantly unexpected stepping on my back method I didn't know I was getting . Sumi was professional & was great w/ communication during the service . Whether if it was pressure , specific area to focus on , temperature of the hot stones used .. she gave a great experience . Also , SHES REALLY SWEET ! It was a good vibe of having little conversation & quiet time to just relax & enjoy . I really appreciated the friendliness & also the peace given . Now my fav fav part . ( infa-red sauna ) I'm an advocate for the health benis of a good sauna .. let alone an infa-red one ! Is a MUST add on if you can . I took my massage first , then sauna to relax after to help w/ the detox & then took the shower afterwards to freshen up . Was given plenty of water . & I honestly didn't pay attention to parking for this review .. I got passenger princess treatment . I did see some street parks though !

This place is clean, organized and HONEST!! I booked online while out and about & they called to…read moreconfirm. When I got there they were flexible with what I wanted and what they thought would be best. I had Jenny who worked out my knots and adjusted when necessary. But this is where I can't say enough good things. I took my wedding rings off and one accidentally fell into the trash and I didn't see it happen! I realized after I walked back to the hotel one of them was missing. I WAS FRANTIC! I ran back and asked them to please look. Jenny found it in the trash. I was so relieved for her HONESTY and INTEGRITY. I hugged that woman, thanked her profusely and tipped her with more cash. That was such a close call and I am grateful for Jenny & nice reception staff who took me seriously. The emotional intensity was real. Thank you Jenny!

Since my son had a swarm of swim meets plus daily practice time in the pool 90 minutes to 3 hours,…read moreI gifted him my Groupon hot stone massage. He'd never had a massage and Castro Star Massage mostly has staff who speak Mandarin. Language gap for me/opportunity for him, win-win! Problem is, this is a much more expensive habit than his sinking into an Epsom salt bath at home! Castro Star Massage is a small, no-frills space; they can accommodate drop-ins if you happen to time it right.

Great experience. I made two 90 min body massages for midday on a weekday for me and my partner. We…read moregot there about 10 mins early and the team was able to accommodate us immediately. The masseurs were both thorough and professional and I felt totally relaxed and the massage therapist checked in multiple times to make sure the pressure was working for me. The quality of the massage was definitely a great value for the price, and there are multiple massage options that will work for any needs. We will definitely be back again soon.

Oi is the owner and one of the massage therapists at Marina Thai Massage - she is absolutely…read moreWONDERFUL and I highly recommend her and her massage services!! I got the standard, traditional Thai massage for 60 minutes and it was incredible. You take off your shoes outside and change into a set of loose clothes inside. As soon as I went inside I could tell that it was going to be an amazing experience! The whole salon smells nice and minty like tiger balm in the most soothing way, and you get your massage in one of the individual rooms / stalls! My bus was running late for about 10 minutes and I called ahead to let them know - Oi was so accommodating and understanding. I appreciate it so much! Bring cash to tip and ask for Oi! I felt like a whole new person after my session it was wonderful!

I've come here many times, and had most of the staff. Had Da today, and she was great. Very strong…read moreeven though I requested medium pressure. Very sore from running SF Marathon yesterday, but after 90-min of blissful "torture" I feel so much better after and can move around better. Soreness is gone!

AMAZING reflexology session! I'm a therapist with focus on Eastern Techniques and let me tell you,…read moredefinitely worth your time. Im currently in San Diego and we were in the middle of a busy family wedding weekend. This location was close to our hotel, the one hour DO IT!!!

If I could give this review a 0 star I would. Their hospitality is terrible. We went in there and…read morethey did not let us know until we got downstairs that they were busy. It only seemed like they were money hungry. When they got started a lady started massaging me first and she just kept playing with my toes and scratching my foot. The person next to me who got the same service I did , the lady he had looked like she was actually doing a better job. Not to mention all the staff were loudly talking amongst each other. The owner or whoever was facilitating the staff, said for an hour it would be a good and same price as the reflexology service we requested. So we agreed. Next thing you know we are paying almost $200 dollars for shitty service. Once they started doing a massage the lady was aggressively hitting my back and pressing down on my spine for more than 15 seconds and I got up with more pain. I would not recommend this place AT ALL! I'm the type of person who gets her nails done and if I don't like I'll deal with it at home and not say a thing but this place messed me up so bad. Do not recommend!!

I had a great experiences with Silicon Valley Body Renewal. It's not often that I'll get massages…read moresince they're more of a special treat, but I had lovely experiences with Riya. She is a really positive and kind person who genuinely cares about her clients. She has a lot of strength and can tailor a really great massage experience; she is receptive and open to feedback if you want more or less focus on different areas. Definitely check out SVBR after they reopen after it's safe from COVID.

First of all, I want to say thank you to Ria for the wonderful experience and the surprise gift…read more Thank you! We have different experiences in massage. This experience was a birthday gift from my gf which is awesome! =] At first, we were so curious and in doubt on how the massage will go. Will it be worth it or something we'll regret. Things that pops in your mind whether they are really good or just a bunch of positive paid reviews. Or are they really professionals. As they introduce themselves and setup their massage equipments, they let you relax and fill up a form. Just in case something happens to us there is a contact person. And If you're taking any medications or have any complications. This is for their record and for them to be aware of your condition before the massage takes place. The equipment setup only took 15mins or even less. The massage experience was fantastic. You don't feel any body aches after the massage unlike other massages. Their hands are like waves. =] Their massage can be adjusted, how light or hard the massage. It's based on personal preference. All I can say is that they are very professional on what they do. I even hugged Ria and Gail after the session. LoL! I'm just being thankful and wanted to let them know that we appreciate their wonderful service. Thank you for the gift!

Everything about my session was phenomenal. Atmosphere, temperature, technique, and personality…read morewere all top notch. Arbus is a caring individual and you can feel that through his massage. He checks in throughout to ensure you're receiving the massage you expect. Pressure was on point and was adjusted as needed depending on the part of the body he was working on. It was such a pleasure to meet him and I will be back many times over. I can't say enough good things about him as a person and as a professional.

Arbus is one of the best massage therapist I've come to know. I have had many massage sessions with…read morehim over the years. His attention to your body and his ability to pick up the subtle messages your body gives off is incredible. He is skilled in multiple massage techniques, which he will use to help relax you. The environment he performs his professional massages in is relaxing, and warm. You are high above the streets in SF and depending on the day, he can provide a nice gentle breeze that adds to your experience. What I enjoy when I schedule an appointment with Arbus is how he greets you at the door. You feel like you have known him for years. His handshake or hug puts you in a spiritual, calming place that allows you to leave the stresses of life at the door. Arbus is a genuine kind person who has master his craft that you will enjoy from the greeting at the door until you leave. He is a must have experience.