It seems like Thai massage joints are a dime-a-dozen in Melbourne. Have you taken a walk down the…read moreback end of Lygon Street lately? There are literally dozens of them! However only some a really, truly good. Vigorous Traditional Thai is one. I woke up with a bung shoulder on Sunday morning and thought to myself YOLO I'm getting a massage. Vigorous Traditional Thai are great in that they take same-day bookings. You are offered a bottle of water or soft drink when you first walk in, which is a nice touch. I booked in for a 30-minute neck and shoulder massage (for $40), which in reality turned out to be a full back massage, with just a focus on the shoulders. It was wonderful and she really worked out the kinks. The rooms play some soothing Thai music and are lit by candles during the massage. They are not fully sound-proof but for the cheap price I don't think you can be truly bothered by that. Plus, you won't even notice the outside noise after a few minutes. While I wouldn't say they are truly 'vigorous' they are good for a relaxing massage or to just de-stress (AKA when your partner can't be bothered massaging your shoulders anymore!)

Vigorous Thai is my new go to place for massage! I've visited the one on Bourke street last year…read moreand when looking up reviews found they had this shop in Fitzroy. They accept walkins however I'm glad I called ahead to book, specially if there are 2 of you wanting a massage. The gentleman on front desk was nice and helpful and offers free water. The lady I had seemed to know what she was doing and had a very nice firm pressure. They discuss your problem areas and instead of doing a full body massage they can target your problem areas, which I much prefer! The rooms are kept neat and the beds are fantastic with a good place to rest your arms and they have comfortable head holes. Its cheaper to pay cash rather then use eftpos but it is available. They have a customer rewards card and when we werenin were offered a coupon booklet to use throughout 2015 with a discount for every month. Since I'm new to the area and havent found a remedial masseuse, this will be my go to place for my massage needs!

I was given a gift certificate for these guys for xmas last year, and I was rapt. I love massages…read more This place is really nice, and the staff here are friendly and certainly know their stuff. I had a deep tissue massage, and a foot treatment, which tool about 90 min all up and cost $100, which I thought was very reasonable. After it felt awesome. My neck and shoulders felt loose, and I felt so relaxed. If you don't have an hour to spare, you can get a quick massage, anything above ten minutes. The pricing tends to be roughly $1 a min.

I found the real deal on Toorak Rd at PhonKali. Deep tissue therapeutic massage with technique and…read morestrength combined with an open dialog and responsiveness to feedback. Great location. Not the cheapest in the area but great value for money.

I would quite honestly have a massage every single day if I could afford it (and didn't sound like…read morea complete tosser by admitting I got a massage every day.) So naturally, when a new massage centre opened up down the street from me, I was quick to get in. Forget Me Not Thai Massage is a huge space, taking up two shop fronts, and really quite stunning. The interior is very traditional, dark wood, gentle Thai music and shoes off as soon as you walk in. Forget Me Not offer a mix of traditional, relaxation or deep tissue massage for 30/45/60 mins. I went for a 45 minute relaxation massage (I'd had a hard week!) and was instead treated to 60 minutes - thanks! Upon entry I was asked whether I wanted a massage on a mat on the floor or on the table. I went with table. The massage itself was great. Very relaxing, soothing music and thorough. But my beef is this... I could hear everything happening around me. I heard a lady come in with her partner and could probably repeat the entire conversation back to you. I heard the bell ringing above the door every time someone walked in, and could hear the chit chat of the staff outside my room. Normally I wouldn't mind, but when I'm basically nude on a table, it's a bit disconcerting to hear people a metre away! I walked in and was in the massage room in a mere five minutes, though I did hear other people being turned away after - an appointment may be necessary. Strangely, I seem to live in a massage hub, with at least five massage therapists within the same block - what up Brunswick East? Why are we all so stressed? Anyhoo, Forget me Not is pretty good, very cheap and offers a great massage... It's just not as relaxing as you might need.

I am here in Melbourne for work from Los Angeles. I found this massage place via yelp and i cannot…read moresay enough good things about it. I wish i lived here so i could come every week! If you live here or are in town visiting, i would highly recommend Forget Me Not. The massage was incredible and the staff was so sweet. Thank you so much!!

Stopped in this early evening w/o an appointment to see if they have an openings. I was greeted…read moreright a way and was offered their menu of services. I was able to get a 90 minute massage right away. They offer you tea and rinse your feet before your massage. Although the massage was only separated by a curtain from others, it was not very noisy. The massage was wonderful. Good technique and pressure. Definitely check them out if you are in the area and in need of a pick me up!

Seriously. This place is amazing. Maybe the best massage I have ever had. Did the full body and…read morefoot massage - both amazing.

Pens is a no frills massage joint. I won't call it a massage 'parlour' as that makes it sound like…read moreon of THOSE massage places that offers treatments that end in a...how shall I put it? Um...focused, upbeat, joyous conclusion. (I'm not blushing). They offer half an hour treatments for $40 or one hour treatments for $70 in traditional Thai, deep tissue, remedial, oil and sports massage. The massage lady who sorted my shoulder pain out had very strong hands and a no nonsense attitude - she found those nasty knots in my shoulders and neck and kneaded my muscles until I was relaxed and pain-free. I was a bit sore the next day, but in a good way. You won't find neroli infused oil burners or gentle, sitar music playing in the background here. Pens is all about getting straight to the point, and that's aaaalright with me.

Sunday evening, 7pm, after a pretty demanding weekend, I realised I was in desperate need of some…read morehealing hands. Stiff necked and with a tension headache, I required the hands of pro to soothe me physically in a relaxing atmosphere where I could get a good bit of time out. I totally didn't expect to find anything open, but this place was. And I'll be forever relieved it was as it turned out to be exactly what I was after. After finding they are actually located at 327 Lygon (next door to the excellent Mai Thai restaurant) I paid for an hour at $70. I was really hoping that there'd be no nasty surprises (offers of sex or similar) and was pleased to find signs in the massage room asking people not to request such things as it is very humiliating for the workers. The masseur gave me a full body work over in true Thai massage style and I enjoyed it greatly. My head ache is gone and I feel a whole lot better. If its a value for money service you're after, delivered in a no frills fashion, then get on in and support a decent business trying to do the right thing.

I have been seeing Khem for a few months now. When I first went I was almost doubled over with…read morepain caused by acute Shingles and muscle contracting. I'm 72 and thanks to Khem I'm walking like a youngster. She will work strong or gentle, however you like but if you really want to get rid of deep-seated pain, opt for the strong. Great music, pleasant atmosphere - couldn't recommend it highly enough. Thank you, Khem.

Got my first ever remedial massage with Stable and had a really pleasant experience. The interiors…read moreand decor are very clean and fresh, creating a very chilled and relaxing atmosphere. As for the massage itself, my therapist knew exactly what she was doing, and was surprisingly aware of what physical activities I was undertaking. At the end she gave me some great advice about my posture and maintaining correct exercise technique to prevent injury. I've already booked my second appointment.

Great massage in beautiful surrounds. My masseur listened to my concerns and addressed them with a…read morecombination of remedial massage and dry needling.

I don't know if I can honestly give a true review of this place because I've only been there for…read morethe mental health part of the clinic. This place is full of Massage and many other things that you can benefit from. As you look from the street, this place looks a bit junky but as you walk into the driveway, and through the gravel of a parking lot, you enter into a different world. The steps are lined with plants and the atmosphere changes entirely. Opening the screen door, you walk into this cute little lobby with a reception desk with a super cheery receptionist and the smell of whatever lovely scent is this week/months favourite. The house (and that's what it seems like) is a beautiful old historic mansion. When going back into the rooms (which every single one has quiet please, session in progress) it's literally like a beautiful maze with two beautiful staircases... One that's not in use because I'm guessing it's not safe, but it's still beautiful. From what I've seen, the staff is more than friendly, they greet you and make you feel welcome and the place is just extremely comfortable. If you haven't been in for a massage, give them a ring. They have spots available all the time and the people coming out seem quite happy about it.... If you need to see a mental health expert then have a look on their site, they have the best of the best there.

I had the best massage of my life here. I go to reflexology every week back home in NYC and have…read morehad several massages in my lifetime. With that said, this was the best massage I've had. EVER. I booked the 60 min combo massage (Thai/relax) and was lucky enough to have had Adale - she listened to my pain areas (I get migraines so I asked her to focus on my neck, head and shoulders) and she was sensitive in asking if I needed softer/harder pressure. This massage had a weekday promo offer for $59 and it was worth every dollar - even if it had been full price at ~$70. The Thai massage uses pressure and body twists. The relax massage softens the muscles with oil. It was just the perfect combo. I highly recommend going here! It seemed more like a locals place and was rather busy with appointments.

I got a 60 minute combination massage done but I wasn't very impressed. Since I have had the…read moreexperience of getting Thai massages in Thailand, I could tell it was average. Considering the high price 70 dollars, it left a lot to be desired.