Pranee - Thai Massage Spa

I hesitated writing this review but ultimately decided the experience I had was worth sharing. I not only hope that the owner of the salon learns from this, but that other customers don't encounter the same situation. I've been to this location more than just a few times, spending around ~$500 each visit, excluding one appointment that I know was between $210-$300. I am a consistent, loyal, returning client who always tips at the end of every service. While some would argue "Why wouldn't you tip?," I'd like to gently remind that tips are not required. Despite that, I ALWAYS tip (and well!) on top of paying a premium price for a service that I'd say is not a priority for many during these tough economic times. My previous appointments have been great, no real complaints. My most recent experience was absolutely ruined by who I am almost positive is the owner of this establishment, and that is what I want to make abundantly clear. When I finished paying, I was asked if I was only tipping X amount on my $500+ service rather than 20+%. I was rightfully taken aback by the question, as I had never been asked that before here. I then doubled my tip and was still met with the same disapproving/snarky glance. That look I received was so condescending and they did not even thank me or say goodbye. One of the therapists who had serviced me looked uncomfortable, as well, but did wish me a goodbye. To the owner - shame on you. You never know someone's financial situation. What if I was someone who had saved for months in order to book with you and genuinely did not have more to spare? What if this was a treat for someone else and you humiliated them in front of a guest? To so boldly ask for more of something you truly are not entitled to is a huge turn-off. I will not be returning and this place has lost a returning client. I feel sorry for the massage therapists and I hope they can find somewhere whose owner does not try to swindle the customers like this. Additionally, I SINCERELY hope the owner does not reply to this review with a snarky comment as they often do on other negative reviews. If you can't take fair criticism, you should not be a business owner.

Omg those women are magical. I walked in with a stiff neck and shoulder- I couldn’t move it. I walked out and I had complete mobility. The atmosphere was great too! And they gave us water and hot tea after. But man oh man! If you’ve never gotten a Thai massage before- you have to come here. Get a combination massage it was amazing. The women are very sweet too!

It was magnificent! What an amazing experience. It was very calming and nice inside. And the massage was great! I feel stretchy and taller! They really stretched me! I left feeling like a new person. Coming back for sure

Amazing massage and service. I can sleep better tonight, will be return again. Im so happy to found this place in NY.

Another incredible experience! Thank you for offering a comfortable, welcoming environment and a very skillful, attuned massage. I’m a repeat customer for a reason!

I came by pranee thai massage for Thai massage, trying it for the first time in my life with Kiki. It was very interesting but very relaxing. I like it when she stretched and fix my body. Nice vibes, clean and amazing service. I highly recommend Kiki, she's very strong 🙂

I love getting thai massage but i couldn’t fine traditional thai here in New york. I walked pass Thai wellness spa and went in for massage, OMG, Its Amazing!!! I took my friends here and they got deep tissue with Thai Combination and my friends also love the massage here. Clean and relaxing . We also got champagne after the massage too. 100% recommend this place.

My wife and I were visiting NYC for a long weekend and both really wanted a Thai massage. They were able to get us in same day and the massages were incredible! Our two therapists were incredible and my body/back has never felt so good! Thank you all for an amazing experience!

I had a Thai massage with Kiki. I've had many Thai massages and this was the best one to date. She was firm yet gentle. At the end of the session, I felt relaxed and completely stress free. I also felt a few inches taller. She was incredibly skilled and knowledgeable. I'll definitely be back.

****UPDATE***** Pranee was so nice to text me and send a refund to my credit card WHAT A GREAT BUSINESS OWNER Thank you Pranee Hi Julie, my name is Pranee from Pranee Thai massage. My company and NYC Thaiwellness share the same location. Let me start by apologizing to you on behalf of NYC Thaiwellness and I am so sorry about your bad experience with them. Their manager is away and I help them run NYC Thaiwellness for the time being. I hope you can give us another chance to make this right. I would like to invite you to come in for a massage on discount for 90 minute for $130 with me and I'll personally take care of you. I talked to their manager and they are willing to give you a refund as well if you don't want to come back for massage with me. I hope this will help make you feel better about the company. If you are satisfied with our trying to make amends, I hope you would be so kind and remove the review from the Pranee Thai massage page. (You came in for Thai massage with Bongon, and at the end you didn't feel comfortable with Bongon and ended up having to pay more because of the tax even though you brought cash. I would be upset too if I were you. Tipping is up to the customers. She shouldn't have asked you to pay card and then grab the money out of your hands like that. The girl at the desk is new and didn't know what to do.) I apologize again and please feel free to give me a call anytime at 9159153585. Pranee

The center recently re-located to a new location before Christmas. The new location is at 32 East 37th Street, a hole in a wall, which is good because it's more private. The ambiance of the place was equivalent to entering a zen-like or a traditional Thai temple. There are Buddhist statues. The staff wore masks and all of them had to be tested every two weeks and provide a negative test result to work at the center. The massage experience was overall traditional. I got the 50 minute session, which was apparently not enough because I was tight all over. If I had at least 20 more minutes, the masseuse would have been able to finish working on my shoulders and neck. The staff also shared exercises on maintenance so when I returned they can continue to work on my shoulders and neck and it would be a more balanced session.

The massage was good but not worth the price in my opinion. I was expecting to be wowed based on the price charged but I've had better for a lot cheaper. Mainly knocking off 3 stars due to the employees being snarky about the tip. I tipped 15% (before tax) on my credit card, and after I paid the ladies were whispering about it in their language. Then before I left the lady at the front desk felt the need to remind me that their recommended tip is 20%. This was offputting and unprofessional, as you can't force your customers to tip a certain amount. As an establishment it's on you to pay your workers fairly so you don't have to be rude to your customers because they didn't cover your costs for you. I won't be back.

I came here with lower back and upper left shoulder pain and walked out feeling amazing! The staff here are so kind and they really ask questions to make sure they work on the spot that is troubling you. They offered me water as soon as I walked in and even though it was my first time there I was treated like a regular! Very impressed with this place all around.

The rooms are very noisy so you hear people next door and doors opening, had to wait as they weren't ready at the appointment time, massage was just ok, not a happy vibe,definitely not worth "210 plus tax plus gratuity" Many Better Thai massage options in nyc

Masseuse touched me inappropriately. They subtly touched my "junk" multiple times during the massage. I realize that accidents can happen, but this happened too often and for too long of a duration during the massage to have been accidental (I frequently get massages, including thai massages, and I've never had a similar experience). I felt very uncomfortable. I should have ended the massage early and complained, but in retrospect I think I was a bit in shock and in denial about what was happening at the time.

Excellent service and amazing massage. The place is clean and relaxing music. I'm a nurse and i need a good massage after a long day at work. My co-worker told me about pranee Thai massage and I want to try. I'll be returning again and will be telling my co-workers. The room that I was in is very clean and very relaxing. Highly recommended this place.

I just got a Thai massage here and my therapist was amazing. I look forward to coming back here again soon. Highly recommend!

I could not recommend Alice at Pranee Thai Massage & Spa more. She trained at massage school in Thailand and gave me an incredible massage. I took a long flight and came in with a stiff neck and she was able to work it out. I only reserved a half hour but it was such a good massage I extended it to an hour mid treatment. She also did some stretching that was really helpful aswell. Thank you so much Alice!

I made a 3:30pm appointment on Saturday, November 9, 2019. I bought a Pulsd voucher. They wouldn't take the voucher. But they wouldn't honor the appointment either. I'm concerned they are running a scam. For proof of the Pulsd voucher, please see the attached - https://bit.ly/2pI3o9A. Thank you.

What a fantastic experience.! I had purchased a Groupon for a 90-min Thai massage, and it couldn't have gone any smoother. The facility had a great and relaxing ambiance and my masseuse (Maya- highly recommend!) was so professional and warm. I suffer from chronic neck and upper body aches due to my profession, and this massage greatly alleviated my trouble areas. Through extensive stretching and thorough massaging, I left feeling like a million bucks. It was also nice to escape the usual hustle and bustle of the city and finally feel like you do when you're at an all-inclusive resort.. that feeling where you don't have a care in the world and you're trying to decide between a pina colada or a margarita next. I struggled to stay awake during the massage, as I really wanted to take it all in. Nothing but good things, Love! Will def be returning. Thanks, Maya

Maya was very good, Lots of stretches and she was very intuitive. Excellent service !!!! Very much recommended !!!!

My first time trying a thai massage, and I don't think I can go back to any other kind! The masseuse Kat was amazing, strong yet gentle, giving very good stretches and working out kinks in muscles. Highly recommend!

The facility was very clean and had relaxing ambiance My masseuse Maya was very professional and has a lot of knowledge , I highly recommend her and I am sure the rest of the staff in the same level of professionalism. This is a real Thai massage not like the generic one you get in a lot of places in New York! Thank you Maya will be back soon

I cannot believe I've never had a Thai massage before until now! Just wonderful and such an active massage! This is not the kind of massage you get to nap and relax but it is the exact kind of massage you get if you need to get rid of knots and really stretch out the muscles! Don't get me wrong, I felt pretty relaxed but it is a more active massage where you move and change position quite a bit! Be prepared to be stretched out and moved about during your sesh! You will not be lying dormant for the entire hour like with regular massage sesh! My neck and shoulders feel soooo much better after tho!

This spa located close to Herald Square is amazing!! As soon as you walk in, the fragrance of beautiful smells capture you and I was greeted by a wonderful staff. Spotless and clean, sanitized, and the service was exceptional. Pranee is fantastic as she gave me a deep tissue with back walking treatment. She really knows where to apply pressure and how to apply as well. We finished with some light stretching which was also needed. I walked in tight in areas and walked out loose and free! I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a nice low key environment with clean rooms, and phenomenal treatment. I'll be back for sure!

For a real traditional Thai massage look no further, book a a session with Pranee. You will not regret this massage specially with the amount of stress NYC can cause, you may even fall of sleep during it or have the best night sleep ever when you get home. To those of you who have been to Thailand and think you can't get that great massage you had there, think again. Pranee is one of the best in the business and will have transported back to Thailand. Please give it a try, you will be a fan too. John B.

I did like the massage, reminds me of the ones I have when I go to Bangkok. My one complaint is that although I texted a few days before to put me and boyfriend in the same room, they forgot to do so. Otherwise, good massage and they really take note of the parts that you want them to focus on.

Pranee Thai Massage is the standard against which all massage in NYC should be measured . . . Simply put, shes the very best !

My review is simply to let anyone reviewing this site, for insight into the level of service and therapeutic quality that's to be expected from Pranee and her staff of Thai trained massage therapists. Arguably the best therapists in NYC. From the moment you arrive until the time you are finished, Pranee and her team handle you with a silk glove caress that leaves you undeniably refreshed and feeling 100% better than when you arrived. Each therapist has their own individual approach with their treatment modalities, however, at the root of each session, is a deep knowledge coupled with hundreds of hours logged, for a complete, Thai Style Certification. I AM BIASED, since my overall preference is Pranee. That said, it only makes sense since she is the business owner and spiritual leader of her team. I have had two of therapists treat me while Pranee was away traveling with clients, which at first made me nervous but that slight anxiety of the unknown was QUICKLY set at ease because of the culture that Pranee has implemented internally at her Company. Do yourself a favor and schedule 90 minutes with Pranee and her team, sooner than later and you will surely find yourself, taking the time, as I am today, to express you delight with the 5 * star level of professionalism to be expected with each visit. Namaste' - Anthony

This place ithe best Massage in New York City. Last time we were here we got 90 min Thai Massage and this time We get combo with black walking, OMG. Supper AWESOME, thank you pranee and her team so much for taking care of us. We will be seeing u again very soon. They are having LADY SPECIAL FOR THIS MONTH FOR ONLY $90.

So good, I am coming back with my little cousin -- whoooo!

I purchased a Groupon for a Thai massage. I have not been able to connect with them to book my appointment. When I call, either no one picks up or I get a message that says the mailbox is full. So I also tried sending an email - but received no response. It shouldn't be this difficult to book an appointment. I am at my wits end since I only have a few weeks to use my Groupon before it expires and I am going on vacation.

is located perfectly in midtown. Clean inside and wonderful nice staff!! I love the relaxin music always playing and the smell of essential oils

Greetings, I received my 1st Thai Massage today and I enjoyed every minute of it. I believe I only had a 60 minute session by Maya and she was great!!! Maya and I agreed 60 minutes was not enough for my tension and tightness so I'm booking a 90 minute session in 2 weeks. I Can't Wait!! -Joe

NYC Thai Wellness Center is excellent for location, cleanliness, courtesy, peacefulness and a nurturing atmosphere aligned with the magnificence of Thai Yoga.

I have had two amazing massage sessions at Pranee Thai Massage. Both times the session has literally changed my day for the better. My therapist Maya has incredible skill and also incredible kindness. Both Pranee and Maya have treated me like an old friend. I have been to Thailand 15 times and the massage I've received at Pranee's place is far better than I've ever gotten in Thailand! Pranee and Maya, I cannot thank you enough! Saral (Stephen) O.

The message was excellent. The masseuse focused in on pain points and was able to stretch and relax my muscles. I highly recommend this place!

I love Thai massage!!! My friend got me a gift card for my Birthday for Thai massage with pranee. Since that time, I have been going to see her for many months now. Her and her team are very nice people. Thanks again for an awesome massage.

Punctual, professional, clean place. I love the stretches. Been here numerous times and have always had a great experience combined with feeling looser and more flexible. They really know what they are doing.

YES YES YES YES YES YES!!! I'm a hairstylist and Nat got all my knots out!! She was very attentive and knows wat she is doing!! I honestly might go back tomorrow‍ if u use the groupon u must call and book ahead

Pranee is an experienced and knowledgeable massage therapist. I have been seeing her for years especially when the stress and daily grind are too much to bear. You will feel like a new person after one of her massages. Her techniques are comparable to high end spas. I've been pampered by her terrific oil massages and she is wonderful. She knows which muscles to knead and she is quite strong. Her Thai massages are also great. She stretched me like a rubber band and I loved it. I think I was an inch taller afterwards. This reminds me, I have to make an appointment : )

This was exactly what I needed. They did such an amazing job. I already booked another session. I highly recommend this place. The stretching really helped a lot along with the massage. I wish I found this place sooner.

Amazing Thai massage. The therapist was amazing. Will definitely do it again. The only reason I gave it 4 stars because it was about 40 minutes when it was advertised as 50 minutes. Wish it lasted longer.

This is an awesome Wellness Center with a great location near Grant Cenral. The space is very relaxing and clean, and the staff was extremely professional and courteous. I would recommend this Wellness center to anyone looking for reasonably priced massages .

What an amazing find!! Pranee is an expert Thai massage therapist, and the surroundings are very relaxing and comfortable. Even the massage mat was heated! She used a good amount of pressure, and then stretches weren't crazy ones that your body doesn't understand. I'll definitely go back, and I recommend 90 minutes. It's not cheap, but it's worth the money completely.

After having visited with numerous massage therapists across the city over the past few years, I can say with a great deal of confidence that Pranee is the best therapist with whom I have ever worked. That first time I did not know exactly what to expect, but she made me feel comfortable very quickly and within the first 15 minutes I knew I would become a regular. First, she is a professional which, in this field, is truly a rare and precious thing. She is easy to schedule with, always on time and is 100% present throughout the entire session. In fact, her attention to detail is so remarkable that you immediately recognize that her psychology is that of someone who truly wants to help you feel better. I can say this from personal experience both given the first time that I visited her and each time ever since...she is remarkably consistent and obviously cares very deeply about the therapeutic service she provides. Second, with respect to the session itself she does a wonderful job of blending excellent technique with her consistent therapy sessions. I have had Thai massages before and they are not created equal. You feel Pranee's massages for days afterwards and it feels great, as opposed to other Thai massages I have had that seemingly drift away from your muscle memory after only an hour. I sit in front of a computer and my neck and upper back consistently hurt, but Pranee always seems to quickly find the problem areas since I last saw her and fix everything within 24 hours after seeing her. Yes, she is a wonderful person both inside and out. The reason I keep coming back to her, however, is that she is all of that plus she gives the best massages that I have ever had in the city. While there are others you may want to try for whatever reason, Pranee is the real deal. My advice would be to stop looking, relax and let her try to do her thing. She is wonderful and I would not have spent so much time with my review if I did not truly believe that.

I had a great experience at Pranee Thai Massage and wanted to take a moment to share my perspective. I had heard that Thai massage was sort of like an "assisted yoga" in the sense that the stretching movements are actually supposed to help increase flexibility while also creating a sense of relaxation. I saw the website for Pranee and her team, liked that they seems very experienced and knowledgeable, and so I visited. The whole experience was truly fabulous. Scheduling was easy-- just one quick call. Pranee, is just a super kind, warm, and beautiful person. She has created a lovely and comfortable spa with traditional Thai decorations. The space is immaculately clean and every detail has been considered to make people feel comfortable. The massage is like nothing I ever experienced before. The session involves various stretches and movements that are deeply meditative in a way. She also then weaves in Swedish massage style techniques. I drifted off into deep relaxation while also feeling like my muscles were being stretched and toned. She has a calming presence and clearly a great deal of knowledge from her training at Wat Pho in Thailand. At the end of the 90 minute session I felt really at peace, aligned, and restored to go back to work. If you want a unique high quality massage experience, definitely visit Pranee and her team.

Pranee presented a coupon offer on Yelp that does not exist. I attempted to redeem the coupon I paid for upfront, but Pranee ignored my request other than to say the Therapist that does that massage does not work there. As of today, the coupon is still up. Seems like a big scam to me. I still not have my money back.

Every time I am in the city I stop by Thai Wellness to see Pranee. She is a talented delightful woman. The massage rooms are beautiful, comfortable tables, warm towels, soothing candles and music. In a great location by times square. I have been here a handful of times and recommend highly to anyone in the city seeking an hour of bliss and relaxation!