727 San Pablo Ave Suite 102 AB, Albany, CA 94706, USA
(510) 525-2826
www.mettatraditional.comFirst time getting a traditional Thai massage since it was my birthday I decided to give them a try since I saw a lot of great reviews. Datchanee was super welcoming and asked what areas I wished to be worked on more. She focused on my neck and shoulders and lower back for a while but later went on to the rest of the body that I didn't know needed that kind of pressure which felt amazing. I felt like she always knew the perfect amount of pressure with her hands or when she was standing.. She did a combination of body stretches at the end which again felt amazing. My problem areas hurt so good 😁 since I was super tense since I work at a desk all day. The temple and head rub I think I would have fallen asleep if she didn't move on. Overall the best massage I've had and the herbal pandan leaf tea they give you at the end sums everything up perfectly. Will definitely be coming back and will recommend as well ... thank you Datchanee
Wow, such an incredible session with Sarah! I haven't had such an amazing thai massage in quite a long time. She was firm but sensitive. Communicative yes, and also really worked with my breath. She twisted and pushed me in ways I've never experienced!! The best part was that she asked what I wanted to focus on and then she actually focused on it! I feel like that doesn't always happen. Better yet she came back to my hips several times during the session and engaged them in a different way with different leg positioning that really felt incredible. It completely took me away from my daily woes. Another thing I really liked was the offering of the loose pants to wear during the session. I don't mind being nude or in underwear during massages, but it felt like she was able to be more thorough during the stretches towards the end of the session without any worry or uncomfortability. I would mention that the rooms aren't walled but rather curtains separating. It didn't bother me at all, but if you're looking for a completely private experience I could imagine it wouldn't be ideal. Not even considering the great value, this was certainly one of the best massages I've experienced. I'll definitely be back and would recommend to anyone who likes firm thai massage. Cant wait to try some of the add ons. Thanks!!
I booked a 90 min oil/herbal massage. The practitioner ended up processing her problems with me for the entire duration of the massage, and I wasn’t able to relax or benefit from the experience as she kept asking me uncomfortably personal questions and telling me about her life’s frustrations. Not to mention her feet were jarringly ice cold as she rubbed them all over my neck, etc. Her technique was also fast, superficial, rough and uncaring, almost like she was just trying to get it over with. I’ve luckily had many Thai massages both in the US and Thailand which were rhythmic, nurturing and very therapeutic, so I know it wasn’t just the Thai style. On the way out, I ran into a friend who had also been getting a massage there. The practitioner saw us together and mockingly told my friend that I “wouldn’t stop talking” during the massage, which was embarrassing and unfair, and immediately undid any relaxation. I wish I could have enjoyed this massage because I want to support this small business. But I left feeling drained and tense, and it was also very expensive. The place was clean and nice, and everyone was friendly. But I regret that I didn’t have a good experience here.
Went in experiencing some serious and sensitive low back pain. Dee gave me the best Thai massage I have ever had. She asked frequently about the pain, made adjustments so that I was comfortable, and even had me start by laying on my back since laying on my stomach was too sharply painful. Needless to say, after my massage I felt like a whole new person. Dee knew exactly where to massage to provide relief and even sent me home with some stretches to practice. Pain gone, relaxation arrived. Sometimes when you see this many awards, you get suspicious. NOT IN THIS CASE! They deserve every award seen here and more. Can’t wait to go back.
The massage therapist was very kind and professional but the place itself is noisy because of the gym next door and some guests talk a lot when leaving or entering, not realizing that you can hear everything through the curtains that separate massage rooms. While the massage therapist was technically OK, it’s the first Thai massage I’ve had that was more “jabby” than rhythmic. I thought it was my therapist but my partner (we had a couples massage) had a similar experience.