Bangkok ( Thailand ) - Massage / Sauna Compiled)

[Steve5380]

How is underground 39 crowd and cleanliness compare to Sauna mania? Sauna mania is very dirty but good crowd.. i was advised by my thai friend underground 39 is not worth going (is it true?). As for Chakran, its a sunset place. Crowd is thin now its not worth going except perhaps Saturday. Few months ago, i was at Chakran at about 6 plus Saturday...crowd quality was bad  and it was quite empty compare to previously (less than 25 guys) so i left for Sauna mania. Sauna mania was jam packed with guys. Babylon, unless for special event days, there are really a lot of very old Caucasians only. I will just go for the gym and the good food mainly.

 

Sauna Mania vs. 39 Underground?   I didn't notice much difference in cleanliness  (I don't go around in saunas with a magnifying glass looking for dirt).  The crowd is of about the same type, which I find pleasing, but I had more fun at Sauna Mania.  The building of 39-underground seems to have been designed for dwarfs, and there are many stairs to go up and down.   But the place is conveniently located near the Ari station of the MRT.  You could try both and see for yourself.

[abang]

I was in Babylon in June 2013, after many years of "not-visiting" it.

 

Sadly as a person who is more comfortable in the presence of Westerners, 

I have to agree that the place was swarmed by older Ang Mo... those that I dont even want to give the first look.

I was hunted by a few of them... and gave them my "Dragon-Lady" stare to ward them off.

 

All said, the food at the restaurant is still quite good.

[Guest PeeMak]

My boyfriend and I just came back from BKK on 3rd Nov. We were at DreamBoy and boy was it fun! Both laid eyes on a cute 23 yr old nicknamed Max, and brought him back to the hotel for a threesome. It was a first time for all three of us and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

Max was really sweet and adorable, now i just wanna go back to BKK as soon as possible!

[klc]

going bkk this weekend. any massage places to recommend? 

am staying at Vie hotel. fren highly recommended it. we shall seeee

Edited November 5, 2013 by klc

[troyden]

anyone heading to bkk this weekend?

[azimuth]

Going to BKK for CNY. Yay!

[Guest Guest]

My boyfriend and I just came back from BKK on 3rd Nov. We were at DreamBoy and boy was it fun! Both laid eyes on a cute 23 yr old nicknamed Max, and brought him back to the hotel for a threesome. It was a first time for all three of us and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

Max was really sweet and adorable, now i just wanna go back to BKK as soon as possible!

 

This is where Bangkok can make or break relationships. If your relationship is a bit rocky, there is more than ample "lure/distraction" in Bangkok. If what you and your bf want are the same then well and good but if one party wants to party and the other is going along just for the ride or just to make the other partner happy then beware,

[ben_mga]

Will be in bkk from 12/11 to 16/11... travelling alone... anyone there around the same period as well?

[IkuTube]

This is where Bangkok can make or break relationships. If your relationship is a bit rocky, there is more than ample "lure/distraction" in Bangkok. If what you and your bf want are the same then well and good but if one party wants to party and the other is going along just for the ride or just to make the other partner happy then beware,

 

The irony with the land of smile where she can also bring tears to a person's land of the heart.  To take it positively, it should open up new understanding in the couple where faith, respect and trust are cultivated.

 

Go to BKK with an open mind.  Putting away all the gay temptations there, the Land Of Smiles is actually rather spiritual (having not colonized before).  The energy in this country will make one to relax and enjoy.

[Guest Guest]

The irony with the land of smile where she can also bring tears to a person's land of the heart.  To take it positively, it should open up new understanding in the couple where faith, respect and trust are cultivated.

 

Go to BKK with an open mind.  Putting away all the gay temptations there, the Land Of Smiles is actually rather spiritual (having not colonized before).  The energy in this country will make one to relax and enjoy.

 

On a recent trip to Bangkok, I came across signs to "beware of snatch thieves". Given the big divide between the rich and the poor, I wonder why there is not more crime in Bkk or is it just not reported? I dont know if my theory is correct but do people not resort to crime cos there is a belief in karma i.e. if you do bad now, your next life will be bad? In a way I feel sad for the country, there is so much potential especially with respect to labour. There is so much waiting and time wasted, from the person who scans a torchlight into your bag before you head onto the mrt (god knows what he or she is looking for), to the people who wait for customers at shops e.g. at the weekend Chatuchak markets, to the people who wait for customers for foot and other body part massages. So much labour that can be put to much better use. Having only been to the major cities, I think one does form a warped opinion of the country too - it would be good to live for a bit in the other parts of the country.

[Guest Sg boy]

Anybody going BKK next weekend?  

[ben_mga]

Sg boy, me!!

[justaguy]

Going to BKK for CNY. Yay!

U also planning to go BKK for CNY?

[azimuth]

U also planning to go BKK for CNY?

 

Yeah. Got my ticket already.

[justaguy]

Yeah. Got my ticket already.

That's fast! Including lodging? Dates of travel?

Yeah. Got my ticket already.

That's fast! Including lodging? Dates of travel?

[justaguy]

That's fast! Including lodging? Date of travel

[justaguy]

Travelling with friends?

[azimuth]

Tentatively alone for now. Spend sometime with myself. Hotel not booked yet as there is still ample time.

[justaguy]

I am thinking where to spend CNY next year alone. BKK or Taipei. Any recommendations?

Edited November 7, 2013 by justaguy

[Manbane]

Do be careful if u r going bkk this period. Today they have protests right at chi lom bts which is like one min from my hotel the crowd was blowing whistle and it was damn noisy.

[onlylonely]

Im going next month. Hope everything is ok. Protest in bkk is quite common

[IkuTube]

Hopefully, the situation will not let us witness a repeat of 2008 event where Suvarnabhumi Airpot had to close.

[calvin87]

I'm still thinking to buy flight to BKK for this coming new year. Scoot + tiger only cost $180 for return with tax. Basically I just want go to walk walk n relax as never been BKK. Is it ok with this price? 29/12 - 1/1.

[Enelym1978]

I'm still thinking to buy flight to BKK for this coming new year. Scoot + tiger only cost $180 for return with tax. Basically I just want go to walk walk n relax as never been BKK. Is it ok with this price? 29/12 - 1/1.

 

Add in all the taxes and luggage extra if you count on taking more than 7-10kg of carry on.

 

To me, anything below $250 all-in is a good deal for BKK.

[calvin87]

Add in all the taxes and luggage extra if you count on taking more than 7-10kg of carry on.

To me, anything below $250 all-in is a good deal for BKK.

Noted. For 1st timer to BKK would like to go taste local food, local life, massage, pub maybe, which area recommended to stay?

[Enelym1978]

Noted. For 1st timer to BKK would like to go taste local food, local life, massage, pub maybe, which area recommended to stay?

 

Well Silom area has all that you want, except the huge malls. You have hotels for every budget, you have street food, you have small local eateries, plenty of massage places (clean or with happy ending), clubs and bars.

[calvin87]

Well Silom area has all that you want, except the huge malls. You have hotels for every budget, you have street food, you have small local eateries, plenty of massage places (clean or with happy ending), clubs and bars.

Ok. Thanks.

[onlylonely]

I'm still thinking to buy flight to BKK for this coming new year. Scoot + tiger only cost $180 for return with tax. Basically I just want go to walk walk n relax as never been BKK. Is it ok with this price? 29/12 - 1/1.

Good rate for that period. But is the timing of the flight good?

[Guest Stk]

Going to BKK on the weekend of 29th Nov till 1st Dec.

[calvin87]

Good rate for that period. But is the timing of the flight good?

Still not bad leh.

29/12 - 230pm

1/1 - 12.40pm BKK time.

[onlylonely]

The return flight abit too early

[calvin87]

The return flight abit too early

For me is ok la. As I prefer back at noon cos from airport to my house need 1.30 hours. So want rest more mah. Haha

[Coolbriz]

Going BKK 17 Nov. It's one of my many trips there although I didn't explore much. Always go for my favorite routine:

1) Eat at MK Steamboat at Siam Paragon. For steamboat lover, it's a must try. There are many branches though.

2) Massage at Ruen Nuad at Convent Rd, probably trying Thai Thai. Used to visit a korean owned massage parlor - Soulleafhouse but wound up unfortunately.

3) Shop at Platinum mall, MBK, now adding terminal 21 to my list. Heard that Suanlum night bazaar is closed and Asiatique riverfront is an alternative. Perhaps a meaningful place to visit since 17 Nov is the last day of Loy Kratong festival. 

4) Exploring more straight massage parlors that are gay-friendly. Thanks to you guys giving more and more reviews

5) Might be trying one or two Sauna after reading so much about them here! 

6) Staying at my usual quiet little boutique hotel, Imm Fusion at Sukhumvit, near On Nut BTS, priced at S$40-50 per night. Relatively far from central area but since it's 1-2min walk to On Nut BTS, I don't find it inconvenient at all. 

7) Always go for the street hawker food like pork satay and my favorite Tangerine juice

 

 

 

Edited November 9, 2013 by Coolbriz

[Manbane]

Just came back from Thai Thai massage. My partner was offered special but he rejected..therapist was not pushy and massage is good. I did foot reflex and the masseur even recognized me and asked where is my bf( he did massage 2 hrs earlier than me). So I guess maybe they offer special to familiar faces like me. Even my Thai friend who visit the joint once a month was surprised when I tell hiim about the special. He was like "how come they never offer me" lol

[Manbane]

Went thai Thai again , this time for Thai massage. Therapist offered special but was not pushy. Cute guy with fit body but is probably straight. He didn't try to tease like my previous therapists. My partner was not offered special this time. Massage is pretty good.

Bangkok is still pretty peaceful despite all the protests going on. Just avoid places near Parliament House and Cambodia embassy. There was some gathering of protestors from silom in the afternoon before they move out .

[Caleb]

Did not try thai thai massage when i visited silom 2 months back although the bonny massage and the one before it around the area was quite sensual ones with quite a good range of masseurs.

 

Tried uniman and guy spa at sukhumvit on my trip last month. massage was non sensual but quite ok. More expensive than silom ones but facilities better with in room shower. Try the Jacuzzi package if you should visit guy spa, Generally about 4500 including minimum tips.

Edited November 12, 2013 by Caleb

[onlylonely]

4,500baht?

Normal good thai massage is ard 250-300 baht.

[Guest Guest]

Besides Hero, any recommendation on b2b massage with fun? looking for cute or muscular guys..lol

[Enelym1978]

Did not try thai thai massage when i visited silom 2 months back although the bonny massage and the one before it around the area was quite sensual ones with quite a good range of masseurs.

 

Tried uniman and guy spa at sukhumvit on my trip last month. massage was non sensual but quite ok. More expensive than silom ones but facilities better with in room shower. Try the Jacuzzi package if you should visit guy spa, Generally about 4500 including minimum tips.

 

Wow, you paid 4500 bahts for a spa + massage + tips??? That's super expensive for Thailand....

 

Usually, for massage + HE, 60-90min, it should cost around 1250-2000 bahts, depending on the spa.

[justaguy]

Did not try thai thai massage when i visited silom 2 months back although the bonny massage and the one before it around the area was quite sensual ones with quite a good range of masseurs.

Tried uniman and guy spa at sukhumvit on my trip last month. massage was non sensual but quite ok. More expensive than silom ones but facilities better with in room shower. Try the Jacuzzi package if you should visit guy spa, Generally about 4500 including minimum tips.

I tried Uniman in Sep super disappointed. U have the website for guy spa? Edited November 13, 2013 by justaguy

[friendly2]

Went thai Thai again , this time for Thai massage. Therapist offered special but was not pushy. Cute guy with fit body but is probably straight. He didn't try to tease like my previous therapists. My partner was not offered special this time. Massage is pretty good.

Bangkok is still pretty peaceful despite all the protests going on. Just avoid places near Parliament House and Cambodia embassy. There was some gathering of protestors from silom in the afternoon before they move out .

Hi..Would like to ask did you and your partner were in the same room,like for couple or separated.? We thinking of going Bangkok for xmas.

[Caleb]

Wow, you paid 4500 bahts for a spa + massage + tips??? That's super expensive for Thailand....

 

Usually, for massage + HE, 60-90min, it should cost around 1250-2000 bahts, depending on the spa.

 

Ya, the package was 3000 for jacuzzi, body scrub and massage. 3 hour package. quite expensive and the minimum tip was 1500.

 

justaguy you can check it out at www.guy-spa.com

quite a good range of masseurs, at least better than uniman. I think there only 2 that I would pick. facility generally better than uniman.

generally if u just get a regular massage would cost less than 2k. cheaper ones at silom i would say. cheaper massage fee and minimum tips....

[justaguy]

Ya, the package was 3000 for jacuzzi, body scrub and massage. 3 hour package. quite expensive and the minimum tip was 1500.

justaguy you can check it out at www.guy-spa.com

quite a good range of masseurs, at least better than uniman. I think there only 2 that I would pick. facility generally better than uniman.

generally if u just get a regular massage would cost less than 2k. cheaper ones at silom i would say. cheaper massage fee and minimum tips....

Only two? So pathetic....Who are they?

[Enelym1978]

The hotels are so cheap in BKK for Dec30-Jan2....

 

Starting to weigh in the pros and cons versus Taipei from Dec28-Jan2...

[onlylonely]

Taipei cos it more haps there

[azimuth]

Taipei is indeed more happening but I feel it is overrated. Just look at the price of hotels and air tickets.

[Enelym1978]

Taipei is indeed more happening but I feel it is overrated. Just look at the price of hotels and air tickets.

 

Exactly! I can book a 5 star hotel in BKK for around $100 per night when in Taipei, I can only get a tiny 3*... Tickets cheaper, parties cheaper, drinks, food cheaper

 

I love Taipei though haha

[Caleb]

justaguy, i meant only 2 i would pick... but generally... every place also only a few guys that is pleasing to one's eyes. lol

[Guest dammitman]

May I know where Thai Thai is located?  I tried to google for a map but could not find it.

 

I would be travelling by BTS so if any member can tell me how to get to Thai Thai, I would very much appreciate it.

 

Many thanks in advance!

[Guest Guest]

May I know where Thai Thai is located?  I tried to google for a map but could not find it.

 

I would be travelling by BTS so if any member can tell me how to get to Thai Thai, I would very much appreciate it.

 

Many thanks in advance!

 

Thai Thai is at the BTS Saladaeng. It is sandwiched between a couple of massage shops so it can be confusing at first. If you look for the shop sign, it is easier to look for it at the level of at the top of the stairs going to the bts ticketing area rather than at ground level.