Metta Traditional Thai Massage - Albany, CA

M M

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.

B.

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.

SH Kim

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.

Kathia Morales

Great service, fair prices. But I miss the Thai fruit candy, please bring back the candy.

You're literally in good hands here. I had a long-term sciatic nerve injury that has since subsided since seeing Yupa. Everyone here knows what they are doing.

Anne Aaboe

I had a massage with Yupa yesterday and went in with a very sore shoulder and hip. She was very attentive to those areas of my body and did not cause me any pain at all. It was a great massage.

Sarah Gardner

Only phenomenal experiences here! D’s prenatal massages have been wonderful - I feel so grateful to have found this gem. Very skilled therapeutic Thai massage. My pain significantly improves after each session. Clean, professional, fair prices.

Brian Hill (Bossmobility)

It was my birthday present from my wife this year.

After the session was over, my wife said I was so sleepy she could hear me snoring as you picked me up toward the end of my session.

Gail Gunther

Metta is one of the best Thai massage places I’ve ever been to. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The space is serene. I have had massages by several of the therapists,they are all excellent. My very favorite therapist is Datchi! She is a master practitioner. I highly recommend!