Mahalo Massage NYC

Yesterday I enjoyed a head spa, blow dry and a hydro facial. My experience with Mahalo Holistic Beauty Bar was incredible from start to finish. Staff made sure to make me feel comfortable and accommodated throughout the duration of my services. All the impurities removed from my skin, had it glowing! The head spa left me feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. I highly recommend both treatments. I will be back to try their nail services. Thank you Elizabeth!

It was my first time at Mahalo, and I was already thinking about my next appointment, before my session even ended! The therapist was THAT good. My back had gone out just two days prior, and after her massage, I haven't felt a single pinch in my back. The massage is like a toxins-release, realignment and relaxation session all at the same time. My husband booked the massage for me for my birthday. And can I say that after that massage, I had the most peaceful, energy-aligned birthday ever. Highly recommend!

Arlene was great. Friendly, professional and took care of my wife. She really enjoyed her prenatal massage. Thank you again.

I have had a lot of massages in my life. BEST massages ever at Mahalo. They are spiritual and present, really adjusting to you and your needs. The personal touch makes all the difference in the world. I can’t wait to go back!!! That was just what I needed. Bob is the best if she’s not booked up but everyone is great. All the stars!!!!

I have been going to Mahalo Massage for almost 3 years now for monthly massages and monthly CST. The intuitive massages are absolutely wonderful and I feel rejuvenated and revived after each session, especially after a hard week of work. I HIGHLY recommend Arlene for the massage and cupping. I also highly recommend CST with Bob. I started CST to help treat my recurring migraines. I definitely have fewer migraines now, but more importantly each CST session is both physically and spiritually healing! Plus, conversations with Bob are enlightening and encouraging.

After an uncomfortable 9 hr flight and a period of chronic back and body pain, i found my way to Arlene at Mahalo massage. My overall body pain decreased by 85% by the morning and my body started to feel normal in a number of ways. I will be returning regularly. i know this will aid in solving my back problems. Arlene’s technique was perfect and had excellent advice and information. Worth every cent. Truly healing.

Bob is so much more than a massage therapist. She is a body miracle worker. She viscerally understands what your body needs. I’ve suffered for years with pain and within 30 minutes Bob identified my problem and I’m on the path to healing. And right now, as I sit here writing this, I have no pain. Do yourself a favor. Book an appointment with Bob. Now.

Arlene is the best, I would follow her anywhere. Her massages are very personalized and relaxing. I have gotten both regular and prenatal massages from her and they have helped rejuvenate my body from day-to-day stresses/stresses from work and have helped with my anxiety as well. I highly recommend Mahalo massage and Arlene!!

After an insane few weeks of work (aka sitting in front of a computer for 12 hours a day) my body started to feel the toll. With an achy back one morning, I was fortunate enough book a last minute appointment with Zoe same day. The massage was incredible--equal parts relaxing yet therapeutic, and easily one of the best I have ever had. She was able to work out kinks without making it feel like I got beat up. It was soothing, but also effective. By the end, it felt like I came off the table feeling like a noodle. Strangely enough, I truly felt the benefits of it once I got home. Having been in survival mode the past few weeks, I hardly paid attention to my lack of sleep or hydration habits. When I got home, it was like my body suddenly remembered it needed sleep and water, and I took a giant nap. It was like the massage communicated to my body that it was now okay to rest and recover, and it responded immediately. It truly felt healing and restorative. Needless to say, I look forward to coming back!

I found this place via an internet search as I was very intrigued by the idea of an intuitive massage so I booked an appointment with Martina. The space is very sparse, yet clean, and located in the back of a building in union square. I was asked a few questions before the massage but that was the end of the conversation. My massage was quite good but really no different from a regular massage so I don't really understand the 'intuitive' part. Other than that, Martina is a great massage therapist.

Eight years after the fact, I am downgrading my rating as a result of unethical business practices by the owner, Bob Gallagher. I had patronized this establishment since 2014, working with one specific therapist throughout that time. I prepaid ten sessions at a time, in exchange for a very modest discount. Two sessions into the latest block of ten, my therapist and Mahalo parted ways. Accordingly, I requested a refund of the remaining eight sessions. After a week's wait and two follow-up e-mails, I was treated to six paragraphs of psychobabble, courtesy of Bob, all about my "healing journey" along with three references to "wellness". But the real purpose of the communication was to tell me to go pound sand. "We do not have a refund policy". My prepayment is valid until "expiration". Of course the only therapist options are Bob (not happening) and another practitioner who is considerably less experienced than the one I'd been seeing. Moot point. I will never set foot in that place again as long as I live. I was advised by my attorney that when I litigate this - and I will - I will likely prevail because the court will probably rule that after eight plus years and about 200 sessions, there was an implied agreement that I was prepaying sessions with a specific therapist, not with whoever happens to work there at the time. (They can't just swap in someone else and call it even). Thus the contract terminated when they could no longer fulfill its terms. We'll find out. The biggest disappointment is the lack of honor, ethics, principles and integrity on display here. After spending tens of thousands of dollars over nearly a decade, Bob just has to try to beat me out of fifteen hundred bucks. Personally, I think that she's hurting for cash. The place is rather downscale which did not bother me at first, but still looks exactly as it did in 2014, not even a coat of paint. A price increase was recently announced with about two months of lead time, so that clients could be encouraged to "stock up" on prepaid sessions at the old price. I had already decided not to do this because I thought that it was a very bad sign. At least I made one good call. I had commented many times to my therapist that Bob never very made me feel particularly welcome or valued. I was just a line item on the income statement. A "cash cow", if you will. Another good call by me. Trusting her by prepaying ten sessions at a time, not so much. This business had not been reviewed in a quite a while. Things change over time. Please proceed with caution.

Was able to snag Zoe's only available appointment on the day of and wow I was lucky. I've had a lot of massages and this was a really good one. Even though the pressure was strong, I was so relaxed I almost or maybe did fall asleep for a bit. Zoe was so great. She talked to me for several minutes before we began and I really felt like she got the whole picture of where I was coming from physically and emotionally and therefore was able to give me the perfect massage. Will definitely be going back. Thank you, Zoe and Mahalo Massage!

I have been going to and recommending Martina at Mahalo Massage since January 2022. While I generally enjoy massages, I was looking for someone skilled to help alleviate chronic soreness and tension in my upper back and other parts. After researching, I decided to try Mahalo because of the reviews and am so glad that I met Martina, who I believe was a recent addition to the team at the time. She is truly excellent and her massages reflect the "intuitive" moniker. I try to visit her monthly for 90 minutes of relief and relaxation. I have confidently recommended Martina to friends because I trust that she will tailor her massages to their needs. She is also a very nice person and shared quite a few great recommendations with me. As for the facilities, the space is compact, very clean, and serene. I like to visit the Union Square farmers market across the street before or after my visits. Overall, if someone is looking for a high-quality massage with a lovely person, then I highly recommend Martina. I have interacted with one other person at Mahalo and found the operations to be professional and reliable.

4.5/5 - I received a gift card to Mahalo Massage and booked an appointment with Zoe. The only reason I'm docking half a point is because this type of massage is not for me - I realize that I prefer harder massages. Let me backtrack. I love massaged - I'm a self proclaimed massage addict. I've gotten many massages before, from cheap Chinatown $45/hr to $200/r fancy spa massages. I don't care if it's a hole in the wall or if the spa is made of gold I'm all about getting all the kinks out, being in a bit of pain and feeling like I got beat up at the end of it all. The massage I got at Mahalo was not that - it was gentle, relaxing and soothing. Despite it not being my "type" of massage, I felt great after. Also, Zoe was amazing from beginning to end - extremely, warm, kind and accommodating. This is a type of place I would recommend to my mother who, unlike me, enjoys a more mellow and milder massage experience, or anyone who wants an experience like that!

Bob took the time to check in with me, ask how I'm feeling and really get to the root of the pain I've been having. I felt completely relaxed and taken care of the whole time. This last year has been stressful for everyone and taking care of your body is so important. I will 100% be going back. This is the first time in six months I haven't been in pain. AMAZING

Scheduled an appointment and was overall happy. I booked using Classpass so booking an appointment was relatively easy through the app. Let me start off with the cons: - Located in an office building. Finding the office was a long trek down the hall. - If you arrive early, there is no place to sit. The office doors are locked and there's a Do Not Disturb sign as a session may be in progress. Understandable, but very not spa-like. - The masseur was super kind and nice - he was also very quiet. I wasn't sure if I was suppose to change or just hop on the table...so I took the initiative to decide on my own. - Too many sheets. I think a single towel is enough to cover me up. But this place use bed sheets to cover your entire body. It is a waste of time for them to be moving it around and it did not keep me warm since it was so thin (While this may be a pro to others, I put this on my cons) Pros: - Clean and Comfortable. - Massage was very zen. (I wouldn't mind it if it was stronger, but it was fine.) - The masseurs are not aggressive with tipping. I wasn't sure if I needed to tip since no one was around when I was leaving... they were already preparing the table for the next appt. - Easy Booking - Multiple masseurs available Overall good spa-like massage for the value.

This is a haven of a spot, especially when you have Nick taking care of you. He is a stellar LMT who takes the time to understand exactly what your body needs ... post-marathon recovery for me ... and has the deep expertise to nurture and strengthen. Book 90 minutes to give yourself the full benefit.

I have been coming here for the last 6 years and finally decided to write a review. I always make it here for my annual birthday massage (except for last year due to Covid) because I consistently receive the best massages. I often try again at someplace more local to me, but it's never quite as good and I keep coming back here. I've had massages with Zoe, Nick and now finally Bob - every single one of them had me feeling like Jello by the end of my session, and with very little pain in the process! Although not a fancy spa experience, the location is clean and comfortable and the massage itself more than makes up for the lack of extra amenities.

I've been coming here for the past year. Zoe is hands down the best, most professional massage therapist that ever treated me. If you suffer from pain or just looking to relax I highly recommend coming here.

there are not enough stars in the sky for how calming and considerate these people are. i'm so lucky to have them nearby

Nick Pappas was fantastic. He was detailed about excavating knots and used incredible pressure. He managed to get me out of my head to be very present at a lot of moments -- thank you, Nick!! Will definitely go back.

I have been struggling with depression/anxiety for a while. Came upon Mahalo Massage and saw they offered something called cranial sacral therapy to help calm the nervous system. After my first session with Bob I felt a tremendous shift that has continued with additional sessions. I am so grateful to Bob for her sensitivity and care in the healing work she does. Also received swedish massage from Bob which was AMAZING. I highly recommend.

Best massage therapy I've ever received. Nick is intentional about using massage to center your mind, body, and spirit. Nick is a healer! Can't recommend enough.

Bob is amazing. I've been seeing her for three years and wouldn't go anywhere else. She takes the time before every massage to talk about what's bothering you physically and checks in after to see how the pain is doing. When I got into a minor car accident in 2018, she was incredibly supportive in helping me get my body back to normal. Her team is also lovely, I had a great massage with Zoe when Bob wasn't available. As an added bonus, the Union Square location is incredibly convenient. If you're looking for a top tier massage therapist in NYC, look no further than Mahalo Massage!

I thought I had a serious injury. Numbness in my right arm, tingling fingertips, pain while sitting and lying on my back. Physical therapy told me I had nerve damage at my neck. Six weeks of therapy and 1k in co-pays later (this was in-network!) I was still not fixed. "Nerve damage takes a long time to heal. It will eventually go away if you continue your excercises", I was told. It did go away after a few weeks. But six months later it came back even though I was diligent about consistently working out. I decided to call Mahalo before going back to therapy. I read good stuff on Yelp and thought it was worth a call. Bob was really great during that conversation and that gave me confidence to book an appointment. I don't have much experience with massage therapy aside from getting beat up by cheapo Tui-Na hole in the walls. This is much more therapeutic and intuitive by gently kneading out the problem areas. At the first session Bob definitely found my problem. It was like she stuck a knife through the bullseye. It was a trigger point deep underneath my right scapula. It was, understandably so, excruciatingly painful having her release it. She talked me through it. The next morning I was predominantly better and pain-free in a couple of days. By our 2 week follow up I felt completely healed. I can't help but feel angry about being manipulated by my PT, losing all that time out of work and being swindled. PT didn't care about getting to the root of my problems. They just made some random diagnosis and went with it even though I was not improving much on a weekly basis. In fact, they freaked me out into thinking that I had to deal with spinal damage for the rest of my life. But as fate would have it, this path led me to Bob and now I am a believer of her skills. I will be making regular routine visits from now on. (BTW It's a massage therapist, not masseuse.)

I had a really wonderful massage here with Zoe, who is very sweet. I don't like a lot of elbow, which she obliged, and also her pressure was spot on. Bob the owner who was also there and introduced herself. I will be back.

Nick is not only an experienced Massage Therapist but he brings 1,000% and his A Game every time. His massages are intuitive, unique, and thoughtful. I refer my patients and friends to him all the time! Thank you

First off, Mahalo is so wonderful it has spoiled my standards of what a massage should be for the rest of time. Ms. Bob is incredibly nice and has gone above and beyond to help when I had to miss a scheduled appointment outside of the cancellation policy. They treat their clients very well and really take the time to learn about your stress before working on you. I see Zoe on a semi-regular basis for the 90 minute intuitive massages and she has done wonders for my body over the past few months. I look forward to our sessions every week! Although the prices seemed high at first for me, they are worth every penny. I always leave Mahalo feeling like Zoe really took every minute to work on my problem areas. She is such a treat to work with and is the nicest woman! The space is very intimate, two massage rooms and a small waiting area. It is always clean and really a relaxing and healing space to be in. Do yourself a favor and book a massage, you will not regret it!

What a great place! Nick did an awesome job taking care of me and my husband. The massage was excellent and really made a difference for both of us! Highly recommend this place!

I originally started going to Mahalo Massage for cranial sacral therapy because of persistent migraines. I started out going when I was having them and out of everything I tried their therapy was the most effective and I would always leave feeling better. I now go every 3-4 months for preventative therapy and haven't had a migraine in over a year! I love them and definitely recommend their services.

It's like nothing else I do in life. I fall asleep and dream about nothing. When it's over I am free from worry and lighter headed. It feels extremely indulgent. Sometimes the affects last for a day or two. I may even be more bearable.

So happy I found this place! My massage therapist was extremely knowledgeable and attentive and went above and beyond to understand what was going on and make recommendations. Highly recommend anyone having muscular difficulties and/or autoimmune related muscular problems to come here!

I can't recommend Mahalo Massage highly enough. I've been working with Bob (the founding massage therapist at Mahalo) for a couple of years now, and she is truly talented, empathetic and so kind. She has built such a fantastic team at the practice (Zoe is also wonderful), and it's been so wonderful to watch the business grow as more people have learned about how talented they are! As a habitual runner and weights enthusiast, finding an exceptional, intuitive and skilled massage therapist who could help me avoid injury, treat areas of pain and generally take good care of myself was so important to me. The Mahalo team is fantastic, they truly get to know their (very loyal) clients, and provide a wonderful respite from the craziness of the city in Union Square. I'd recommend a visit to anyone.

I took my mother to Mahalo when she was passing through New York for a 2-day visit, and we had a great experience. We scheduled back-to-back massages with Pamela, who was awesome. I met my mom after her massage, and she was so relaxed she could barely open her eyes. When it was my turn, Pamela took time to understand my past injuries, and was very attentive to the amount of pressure I needed at various moments. During the massage, she chatted with me enough to make sure that our time was focused on the areas that needed the most attention, but also gave enough time for silence so that I could sink into that deep relaxation that makes massages worth paying for (no amount of trying to work a back knot against a doorpost will give me that feeling). Bob was also great during the process of scheduling. She was as flexible as she could be with my last-minute request for a double appointment, and she sent my mom a really sweet text helping her find the place and letting her know that her daughter wanted her to enjoy herself. I would definitely go back.

Came in post-race with calf/leg issues and Bob did an Amazing 60 minute massage session. Woke up next morning feeling so much better for 7 mile run. Bob is very thorough in identifying issues and very helpful in explaining treatment. She even made some insightful suggestions on training movements to alleviate some of the other issues I had. Would definitely recommend Mahalo Massage NYC to any runners or weekend warriors out there needing massage therapy as part of their recovery regime.

This is one of the better massages in the city. If I lived more in the area or wasn't doing the butterfly thing reviewing all spas to my hearts content, I would probably have settled in and stopped with Bob. A little about Bob. She's incredibly unexpected. As a tiny Asian woman she's got an edging Union Square sort of look that is uber-trendy. If you're a photographer, you'd probably want a picture of Bob. She's that unique. The Atmosphere: It's not so straight forward to get to their offices. Give yourself a little time to find the location. The actual office is quite nice. It's very zen and you feel relaxed upon entering. The massage room isn't a closet! Amazing. I think they actually thought about how big the room needs to be. There are also lovely little details throughout the room. As far as being a professional during the massage, I've got nothing but positive things to say. Unlike other folks in her price range, she does spend solid time trying to understand what is going on with your body. In this regard, I like that she attempts to develop an understanding of what is going on and how you would like to work it out. Her technique seems like a modified Swedish, with some deep tissue. Her technique caters toward what she learns from what she asked you. She notices details, things other masseuses need to be told and things that I didn't even notice in the way of how tension was manifesting throughout my body. She's solidly good at what she does and she's pretty strong (don't be deceived by small packages). She also is one of the few that will stop and notice if you are in pain, even if you're not screaming uncle or expressing anything in your demeanor. This is really key, because if you're not relaxed during a massage it does you no good. All and all, I would highly recommend her. If you need a massage in the area, I would absolutely check her out.

Forget any other massage place in New York City. This is the absolute greatest. I believe Bob knows more about muscles, tendons and your nervous system than any massage therapist, doctor, chiro, moya, acupuncture and physio therapists I have met, and I've met a few. If remedial massage is what you are after, Mahalo is the place for you, don't waste your time trying somewhere else. Just book it.

Got a massage through KGBDeals deep tissue is very good

I spent about 180$ on a massage which I think was steep given the setup of this place. The location is convenient but the place is a 1 room setup in a myriad of other facilities. The bathroom had only one tap running .. So you get the idea. My masseuse was very sweet but I did wake up the next day with knots.. So definitely not worth it. Don't waste your money here.

I had a fantastic massage from Bob. I was long overdue - between working long hours, traveling for work and working out frequently my back in particular was in bad shape. I knew I needed a good massage so I went to Yelp to find a great option. I contemplated a high end spa, like Great Jones or Bliss, but didn't want to spend the money only to have a bad massage. That's happened to me before and it's always very disappointing. I also wanted a masseuse that was well trained and didn't want to just get a Chinese massage, which are reasonably priced but not always effective. I am happy that I found Bob (thanks Yelpers!). All of the great reviews are well earned. Her office is right off of Union Square, so it's very convenient. The space is calming and quiet. She spent time talking to me to understand what was going on with my body. I had a 90 minute massage and she really worked out the kinks, particularly in my upper back which was really tense. It was really effective and relaxing. I walked out feeling renewed and relaxed. I highly recommend Bob for a fantastic, professional massage.

I heard about Mahalo Massage through KGB deals and had a massage there two days ago. The office near Union Square is dimly lit, clean, and quiet. Bob was very friendly and put me at ease. My massage was a great balance of intense body work and relaxation. I would definitely recommend Mahalo.

I am loyal to Mahalo Massage & have already referred several friends. A vital part of my overall health & well being.

What a wonderful experience! I have started to travel frequently to NYC and needed to find a talented masseuse due to my fibromyalgia issues. Based on prior reviews, I booked with Zoë. She is a kind and extraordinarily talented therapist. I had the most soothing deep-tissue massage that I have ever received! It seems like a dichotomy, but, as she said, massage does not need to be rough to be effective. She released tension in my shoulders that had eluded every other massage therapist - including one that works on professional hockey players. I have re-booked already! They have a small, lovely, peaceful, and impeccably clean place in an office building on Union Sq. In my experience, their prices seem very fair for the professional, top-shelf service. I would much prefer my money go towards an amazing massage by a talented, experienced massage therapist, rather than for the glitz and glam of the many expensive spas filled with mediocre massage therapists. Mahalo Massage receives my very highest rating and recommendation.

Bob (who is a woman, in case that's important) remains fantastic. she has been really helpful managing my headaches, stress, and chronic pain. I keep going back!

Zoe was a true healer. She was intuitive, slow and steady (but worked deeply) and found all my 'places' that needed attention. I will definitely be coming back and referring people. She is also great for those who need deep work but who don't like being manhandled. She truly gets the work done in a surprisingly gentle way!

When I first met this petite young lady I thought she would not be able to give me a strong massage. WOW, I was wrong. Bob found my problem areas and I felt really good afterwards. If what you are looking for is a little more relaxing, she can deliver that too. I'm going back Denise F.

I rarely indulge in spa treatments, so when I get a massage, it'd better be a good one! Bob was fantastic- dedicated time and serious thought to issues I brought, and to explain stretches that might help my overall health in between sessions. This is not your typical chain spa in NYC where you are nothing but $$ and an appointment time-- clients feel genuinely cared for. Plus-- while she takes her time and discusses a variety of topics thoroughly before and after the session- she does not talk throughout the massage-- it is absolute relaxation.

I've been seeing Bob every 2 weeks for over a year. This is how it goes, I destroy my body and then she fixes it. She is Deus ex Machina. She will fix your body as many times as it needs to be fixed, without even telling you to stop destroying it! Just patiently, constantly, putting it back together again. Bob is an indispensable part of my healthifying.

Loved my massage from Zoe yesterday. I get massages every 3-4 months and Mahalo is a great spot.

One of the best massages I've ever had -- a lot of time on my focus areas, but not to the detriment of everything else. A great mix of traditional methods and Thai massage-style stretching. Would go back in a heartbeat!

Seriously this is the best place ever. I went to Bob the first time and she was simply amazing. Listened to everything that was going on for me body, mind and soul and based the massage on what I needed most in that moment. I have now seen Zoe and wow so fantastic as well. Also a great listener and really connects with you to ensure your needs are being met. She's incredibly thorough, the right pressure based on what we talked about and definitely addressed my problem areas in a way that was helpful but not too aggressive. I feel alive. Hands down Bob and Zoe are the best. Make an appointment immediately.

Mahalo is amazing! I had all sorts of creaks and aches in my back and neck from sitting at a desk every day, I could barely even turn my head. I was a mess! Nick took the time to listen to all my issues and then created a customized massage that was relaxing but also released a lot of trigger points, and he kept checking in with me to make sure I felt okay. I walked out of there feeling amazing and I can't wait for my next massage!

Ohhh boy do I feel fabulous. I just had the most amazing deep tissue massage from Zoe. Ive had many massages in my life but this was the best. The space is very tiny - a waiting area and two massage rooms, with a very warm, cozy ambiance that's enhanced by a few candles and soft lighting. Absolutely loved my experience abd will be back.

I went to see Bob at Mahalo based on reviews in Yelp. I was not disappointed. Bob took the time to understand my needs and issues. She genuinely was interested and wants to help. This is not just a massage for sore muscles, although it can be, but it feels like healing and preventive care. Already booked my next appt. Don't waste your money on high end spas go directly to Mahalo

Zoe was amazing--I managed to break my foot last week, and she was attentive to all the muscles that my crutches were stressing--down to the ones in my palms where I brace my arms against the crutches. This was the best massage I've ever had, hands down. She managed to successfully rub out the rocks I have for shoulders, which almost no one ever can. She managed to adapt the cushions so I had no problem at all with the bum foot, and gave me instructions for how I can do some follow up self-care at home. She definitely cared about making sure I felt comfortable and took her time working out my trouble areas. I will definitely be back! Well worth it.

Bob is AMAZING! She is an expert in her craft. I have neck and chest tension and she has helped me manage it and has taught me to relax and proper breathing techniques. My dad is a LMT so I know massages and hers are just out of this world. I can not recommend her enough!

After several texts back and forth, I was finally able to schedule an appointment. I was asked via text for my name, credit card info and exp date which I gladly submitted. I was then asked " I thought you said your name was Lee?" I tesponded "Yes, Ms. Lee for short but my name is Lisa. I was then told good look finding another location. " Mr. Bob did not feel comfortable booking my appointment. Seriously? I provided my name as it appeared on my credit card, my credit card info, expiration date and email with mo problem but Mr. Bob was uncomfortable booking my appt because my nickname is Lee? No problem. I will gladly take my money elsewhere. How unfortunate.

I had my first visit to Mahalo Massage last week and I can not wait to return for more of Zoe's expert therapeutic touch. I have had many massages and this one was the best of all. Zoe started with questions about my health and any problems. She is very knowledgeable and professional. The massage was very relaxing and therapeutic. Great energy. Wonderful experience. Look forward to my next session. Recommend 100%.