The best, period. My girlfriend and I have been coming to Aly for a few years now, and it's always…read morean amazing treat and experience. She's extremely knowledgeable, and makes excellent recommendations on the type of massage for you and how to incorporate things in your daily routine to maintain a healthy lifestyle. As far as the massage and technique/pressure is concerned, I'm pretty sure she's psychic because whatever she does is always exactly what my body needs. My recommendation - book early, as Aly's schedule fills up far in advance and she has a strong client base. Unfortunately for me, I live in Northern VA so I have a hard time finding a slot that works for me, but when I see one I certainly jump on it. All it takes is one session with her, after you will realize why Aly's schedule fills up.

To start with; when you walk in - it's a beautiful and a relaxing space. You next sit down and talk…read moreabout where you are having issues. Alyson will confirm that she understood you correctly so that she can address your problem areas with extra time. The whole experience is Fabulous!!!!

Great spot ver good massage clean would recommend good location would do again! Very good placeread more

I was in the area for a meeting and had 2 hours to spare so I decided to come here- opted for the 1…read morehour deep tissue & 1 hour foot massage. Altho the massages were decent and my therapist does have "good hands" & was very gentle, maybe a little too gentle, there were many cons that made my experience unenjoyable. Nobody speaks any English- everything I said or asked, my therapist didn't understand, she just smiles & says "ok" and during the 2 hours in the room, she went in & out a lot. Not to mention, she shorted me about 10 mins- apparently, the time starts after you pay, not when the massage starts & they don't use a timer. Prices are on the higher side & there's a $3 fee if you're paying with a credit card. What's really annoying was the receptionist lady kept talking loudly on the phone nonstop, like can I relax & enjoy my massage in peace?! Def not coming back again :x

This was one of the BEST massages I have ever gotten (and I've gotten quite a variety over the past…read more20 years or so). Definitely therapeutic and deep-tissue. "Anna" put her all into it!! There were a couple of times I could tell she got up on the table (kneeling?), for leverage. I received a full body massage, but the majority of the time was spent on my poor back (thankfully, bc I needed it). There were even hot stones towards the end and then a moist hot towel to get some of the oil off. Highly recommend; I'll definitely return.

Masseuses here will walk on your back. Noticed the ceiling rods in each room. They're really good…read moreat it if you are looking for more of a deep tissue. And if you can't take that much pressure they can do a nice gentle massage as well. I've come here so many times for years and always forget to have them punch my card for the eventual free/discount massage, but doesn't matter...they gave me a gift certificate for a free one for Christmas. They are very sweet ladies and always try to load me up with candy and water as I'm leaving (the candy for my kids). They take walk-ins, which I love as I have a crazy schedule with my kids and work and never know when I'll have time. And they're open until 10pm which is also amazing. I love getting a massage here. I've had massages at many different places: red door (before they closed at which I've had best and worst), a chiropractor masseur, massage envy (only dug into my shoulder blades lots of pain there). I prefer a little more pressure myself, but I don't like to be in pain. I like the tension release I get here.

Great massage and would definitely recommend. I have shoulder pain and the massage was perfect…read moreamount of pressure to relive the pain

My spouse and I went here for a couples massage. It was great. The massage therapists were really…read moregood and we felt so good afterwards. We will definitely be back.

Coming from a Massage Therapist of 10 years...Arielle hands down gave me the best massage I've ever…read morehad and I've had a good one or two, just not something completely satisfying from beginning to end. I felt the most relaxed I've ever been in my life. She listened and executed with perfection. No need to look anywhere else honestly!!! P.S. - My back feels like it's made of air. This is amazing!

Great place, the therapists are experienced at their job and knows what they are doing.read more

I went for a 60 minutes massage. The first thing she did was walk on my back which was extremely…read morepainful on the calf's and thighs. The first 20/30 minutes of the massage was pretty painful. I was finally able to relax during the end (where she was only doing my arms and back).... It was $77.50 (including tax) which I paid at the beginning of the service. I was kinda skeptical because I've never paid upfront for a massage before but whatever... anyways, at the end, another women comes to bring me to the front room. She asks if I wanna leave a tip and I said... sure. I wrote $3 because I was genuinely in pain most of the service. She literally looked at me and goes "it's $10 MINIMUM for a hour" .. excuse me? When is a tip EVER mandatory? & after I write the $3, she grabbed the receipt for me and wouldn't even let me finish writing my total. I asked for it back because I didn't feel comfortable with how she treated me at that moment. I will not be returning. The entitlement is absolutely insane and unprofessional. Plus, the whole place reeks of FEET. I should've left after I noticed but always try to give a chance. Never again.

First time here. Going to return for sure! The masseuse,Naomi, was skilled and found areas I didn't…read moreknow were tight. The technique was different from other massages I was covered for the first part and then skin to skin the second half. The hot stones were amazing! Threw in 15 minute reflexology which was again well done. One comment, the room was fairly noisy. I could hear phones ringing, people coming in and conversations which distracted from the experience.

First and last time visiting this place. Went here for a couples massage for the first time. Not…read moreonly did they not disclose that a man would be performing the service prior to starting, but the woman left more than a dozen times throughout the hour to answer the phone or attend to other guests. Additionally, it has now been 10 days since the service date, and my back has not recovered from Taiwan Tony's crippling and calloused hands effectively crippling me. I cannot move my neck without debilitating pain. If I could give zero stars, I would. Find better care elsewhere. Scam Asians.

Highly recommend. Since I moved to Richmond 5 years ago I have tried around 10 different places and…read more15 different massage therapists. Nothing has compared to Emily at Carytown Massage. My first massage at Carytown Massage was by the owner (accidentally and luckily) and was amazing. I got the monthly subscription because I was so blow away. When I called to make another appointment I was told that he was the owner and he recommended I go to Emily. Since then I have seen Emily numerous times. Every time the experience is amazing. She really does know how to understand what muscles that need attention. After a few Swedish massages I tried a Thai Massage with her and it really was life changing. I can't wait to be able to go back!

I booked online for my daughter who was staying in Richmond. She found it easy to get to. Shonda…read morewas her massage therapist and really took the time to find out what massage would be best. She had a great massage and would definitely recommend Carrytown Massage! Thank you so much!