Hello, I saw Pen here? She was great. Very professional and attentive. I had a great massage and I really loved the half an hour foot attention. I would certainly go back again when I travel back to this area. read more

absolutely horrific service this place went downhills over the years they refuse to even try to accommodate people with scent allergies and disabilties. My discussion today with the manager was negligent on her part and i would not be surprised if she gets sued one day. Her excuse for not accommodating me was that she was from thailand. In canada you have to accommodate those with disabilties. i will be reaching out to the human rights commission on this. read more

I returned for another massage today and I really dont want to re review this place again just becuase I want it all for myself. But I must admit for the hour and a half massage for less than 100 dollars , I swear this one has been one of the best I have in my life to date. Courteous service, professional Thai Masseuses. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the arthritis in my knees is so much less painful. I am making this a bi monthly haunt, highely recommended by this yelper. read more

Went to this location to experience my first massage and they exceeded my expectations in every dimension. The location offers free parking, which is a good add on for a place in downtown. The service here is top notch from the cashiers to the massage therapists. My appointment started right on time and the therapist used all the time that I had paid for. Also, I told her that I had knee surgery earlier in the year and she was able to accommodate the massage. The actual room is also pretty soothing. Light music plays in the background during the massage and the ambience is really relaxing. After the massage, my back felt looser than it has ever felt before. Definitely will be going again! TLDR: This place will make your day possibly change your life :) read more

Baan Thai Massage - Ambience of massage therapy room - Massage Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

My Therapeutic Massage experience before Baan Thai was always too much chit chat and, forearm back rubs. These little ladies will bend your arm and shoulder the a wrestling move to get those knots out. It's amazing. I highly recommend at least an hour and half therapeutic oil. I lay there wishing my time there would never end. I think I'll check it they have an opening tomorrow. read more

I was in search of a massage place when a co-worker suggested Baan Thai. She said that they give the best thai hot oil massage so I decided to call and book and appointment. In order to secure your appointment you have to give them your credit card number, there is no other way. They do this because they will charge you if you don't show up. This place is pretty popular so they probably don't want no shows. You are able to cancel within 24 hours. Baan Thai is just off 17th avenue in the SW, they have free parking for their customers, you just have to give them your licence plate number inside. Arriving, I had to fill out a short form because it was my first visit. The seating area is a little crowded as they sell stuff as well. My appointment was on time and the sweet masseuse showed me to my room. The room is very dim and calming music is played to set the mood for relaxation. My experience was obviously different from a regular massage. If I were to explain what a thai hot oil massage was, it would be a mix of a regular massage and traditional thai massage. Although I have never been for a traditional thai massage, I know it involved a lot of stretching which the thai oil massage has a bit of. The warm oil on the skin is super soothing and feels so nice. She will ask if the pressure is okay but if you need more, you can ask for that as well. At the end of the massage I feel rejuvenated. Although you're a bit oily, it's all good ;) They also offer some hot tea or water..nice hot cup of tea all the way! :) Next time on one of my visits, I'll try the traditional thai massage. read more

I could write a lot about this place. I will TRY to keep it brief as I answer questions I had going in! I love all things Thai. It was only natural that the goodness of Yelp steered me in this direction to check this place out and get a much needed foot massage! Yippee! The start of my new life, ME going HERE all the time now! Reservations - as one other reviewer pointed out, you have to have a credit card to book in case you are a no-show. Understandable. You have 24 hours to cancel and they will not run your credit card through until after your massage time slot. They will call you the day before and confirm your time and ask you to come in 10 min early re paperwork if you are a first-timer. Parking - no worries. Pay in the pay per use lot where Ducky's Pub is. Run in, give the gal at the counter your license plate and the guy checking the lot will pop in supposedly and check in with all the plate numbers with staff. You are safe and if you happen to get a ticket, take it back to the business and they will take care of it. I was good, no ticket and I worried all day about it for nothing! You just never know with downtown parking! Check in - go in and fill out the paperwork and wait! It is NOT a spa so there is not a lot of room to relax at all but you can scan all the bottled remedies and vitamins they have there. The gal at the front desk today was super friendly. If you are early like I was, check in and go for a walk. There is a ton of places to go for coffee, food, etc. Insurance - All the massage ladies are licensed and registered but are NOT recognized by Sunlife or Manulife. At least they tell you this going in. I had no problem with $65 an hour for a great foot reflexology session! Massage - you are collected from the front room and given a loose top and bottoms to wear in your room. The therapist will come in and you give yourself over! Lots of bending, chopping, some pain and anticipation of such pain but I needed a good working over so, it was great! Felt really good after, kept me wanting more time so of course I will go back. I do not think Calgary offers any other place like this! The oils they use did not take off my fresh pedicure from just a few days ago either which was a plus! The room smells fantastic of health - liniment and oils. The room is dim, spacious and comfortable with low music. No small talk , no chit chat, no warning of what is to come and no explanation of what they are doing to you. Yes, there was a language barrier but I was not coming in for small talk anyways. When time is up, they leave, you change, pay at the front, grab the green tea they will prep for you if you would like one and you are out! The massage started and ended on time and I felt the time was managed well for what I booked. The guy coming out before me booked a 2 HOUR massage and honestly, that would be a great way to go as the time flies! The therapists are all from Thailand and made for a great, authentic experience! read more

Woe is me, I've been to Thailand, yet have never had a real Thai massage. I was busy doing other things I suppose. My work benefits were replenished again, so I took to Yelp to find out about other types of massages, and saw the reviews on this place. I've passed it many times in my life, but never gave it a thought. Well last Friday I had a hour and a half massage, and it wasn't what I expected at all, it was better. First I would look up a video on youtube as to what to expect. This is what I would call an 'active massage' where you don't get to just lay down and do nothing and zone out. This involves stretching, some body manipulation, and elbows and feet used on your limb/arms etc. The room is basic, and clean with a mattress on the floor - made up of course, not bare. My therapist, Jukki, used a towel with water and essential oils on my legs, I assume to make sure you're clean and to facilitate massaging, versus using oil all over your body. She said a prayer before massaging me, which I liked. They provide you with traditional Thai outfit, and you are fully clothed, which is good, because some of those positions..let me tell you... Holy F. This little lady is strong. She had her foot in my hamstrings, elbows in my back, foot in my ass (literally), was on top of me making me touch my toes, and all sorts of contortions I've never had a massage therapist use. I imagine that if you are inflexible it could hurt. This isn't supposed to be a relaxation massage by the way, it's definitely therapeutic, and you feel great afterwards. Just a few recommendations from me if you want to try/do this type of massage; Check it out on Youtube to get an idea of what it's about. She massaged deep in my stomach, so I suggest not eating right beforehand or this could be uncomfortable. Drink a lot of water a while before, and a litre at least afterwards, you'll need it. Again, as someone else suggested, ask them not to use the elbows if you are hurting somwhere - I had her do my shoulders with her elbows, and two days after it still hurt (though I did not ask her to stop) and this is a tense area for me. Relax and let the therapist guide you, don't resist how she's manipualting your bodu, and make sure to breathe. I definitely recommend Baan Thai. Clean and very professional. At $65 for an hour and $98 for an hour and a half, this is the best deal for a massage I've encountered. read more

WOW! Awesome Awesome Awesome. I am a massage junkie. I've had down-low $40 and hour clothes on massage with a room of strangers. I have had a membership at "massage franchise " near my home. And I have paid $200 an hour at beautiful, relaxing and luxury spa massage. I'm always lost between calm & soothing massage, deep tissue (ouch...aww) and a good stretching. HERE YOU GET IT ALL! Go try it. read more

This is the ultimate treat for massage in Calgary. An adorable small location, unassuming in the Mission area, holds within it 4 massage studios and a talented staff of masseuses ready to make you feel amazing! Totally professional service, reasonable prices, intense and deep massages mixed with traditional Thai alternative medicinal practices. My favourite is the Thai Oil massage, as it mixes Canadian and Thai massages on a comfy table. But the Traditional Thai massage is also awesome if you feel like you need a really good stretch. For those unfamiliar with Thai massage, in my experience it's like two-person yoga mixed with massage. Elbows, heels, you name it. I will always go back! read more

I went here for an aromatherapy oil massage and it was soo soothing, relaxing and professional. I felt totally pampered when i came out of here, seriously beats any massage I've had anywhere else in Calgary. Super rejuvenating and leaving there I actually had the feeling I imagine one should have when leaving a relaxing massage. Very satisfying! And at a very low cost - I think an hour was $65. They do a tummy massage too which was super nice and gentle and I imagine good for your organs and digestion. Again, amazing. :)) read more

Avoid this place. I've been injured during massages: nails on my skin and elbows used on my spine, injured back and shoulder. The eccentric male owner is tense and curt with clients and his therapists. I've heard the owner raise his voice with clients and hang up on a client on the phone. He even knocked on the door interrupting a session before the massage was complete. A number of the therapists, if not most, are NOT registered therapists with 2200 hours from a recognized Canadian institution even though they claim to be and the therapists only have a 2-4 week Thai massage training program in Thailand and some work experience. Ask for the name of your therapist on booking (confirm with your therapist their name during your session) and call the three certifying bodies to see if they are indeed registered or not: Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) , Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA) and Remedial Massage Therapist Association. You want someone registered so you know you won't get injured, you are protected in case of injury and so you can claim your massage with benefits. My biggest beef with Baan Thai massage is that after being injured by past therapists there and specifically requesting someone with the 2200 hour Canadian training, I was put with someone CLAIMING to have the 2200 hour course. When I asked the therapist in more detail about their 2200 hour course and where they studied they couldn't name any institution and told me to ask the owner, since "the owner would know". The owner's wife (possibly a co-owner) is Saratvadee and she is one of the few who is registered. The therapists are sweet and well meaning, but the actions of ownership are questionable with this blatant disregard for client safety and concern. The energy given off by the owner is strange, tense and negative, the opposite of what I need and am looking for. Baan Thai Massage is not BBB accredited - no wonder, because they'd likely have a lot of complaints filed against them for their unprofessionalism. read more

Absolutely the best thing that has happened to me since moving to Calgary. Professional, kind, knowledgeable and no chatter. Most western therapists just don't shut up and these ladies do their profession proud by upholding excellent standards. They will submit your coverage for you which is a real bonus The parking in the strip they are located is free if you tell reception your plate # Just cant go wrong Try a couple different ladies to find the right fit but each time will be something you'll benefit from. Not gentle enough ... just say so Not strong enough.... just say so. But remember Thai massage will get you stretched and more flexible in no time!!! Id give 10 STARS IF I COULD!!! read more

Not a real Thai massage after they reopened, has a massage on July 13 2020. They said direct billing, turn out they said can't went through with my insurance. But before I did has file with Bananthai , so disappointed I has to pay $99.60/1hour , price going up . Make sure and be careful if you have your insurance then turn out like me . Want to support there business but it makes me disappointed. read more

I have been to this place many times before and all their massage therapists are great - I highly recommend this place IF YOU CAN GET AN APPOINTMENT!! I have called three times to try to make an appointment and all three times the receptionist says she's 'checking in people' and would call me back. No return call to book me an appointment. I mean really - how long does it take to book an appointment over the phone ( 1-2 min tops)? Besides calling, I'm not sure how they expect clients to book an appointment. I even went to their website to see if they have an online booking system but no such luck. Very disappointing because me & my husband have been regular clients for many years and it is such a shame that the receptionist was 'too busy' to book me an appointment. I even told her that I wanted to book 3 one hour massages for the remainder of the year and still no luck in getting an appointment. I guess they don't want my business so I will have to find another regular massage place. read more

I had my first massage here in 2010 and I've been coming here ever since. I come here because they are a traditional thai massage place and I've found this style of massage to be more effective for me and muscle healing because I work out lots. I appreciate Baan Thai massage and highly recommend them to anyone :) read more

I must have passed Baan Thai a billion times before realizing what they offered, which is traditional Thai Massage, as well as regular massage and foot reflexology. Its the tiniest of locations, but the rooms are large and spacious as well as calming. FOr those not familiar with what a traditional Thai massage is, I would describe it as a mix between yoga and full body massage. You're treatment happens on a large flat mat on the floor. You change into loose thai clothing, and a ritual foot cleansing is done before the massage starts. My sister had told me how the little therapist had kicked her ass during her first session, but she felt great afterwards. What she didnt tell me is that you cant be shy when having this type of massage. I was pulled and stretched and chopped in all sorts of manner. The therapist climbed all over me, kneeding my butt with her knees, folding me in half and elbowing me in the upper, upper thigh....Sounds pervy, I know, but I felt fantastic once I was done. I can only imagine it doesnt get this "intimate" so to sepak when they are in a session with a man, For those who prefer something a little less up in your buisness, my mother has had a couple foot reflexology sessions, and said they were amazing. Its an hour long massage, focusing mostly on the feet, but also does a bit of upper body and head work. read more

I have tried different massage therapies in the city, but so far the best & relaxing. I love their new renovations done, which makes the experience more enjoyable. I'm going back soon! read more

Today my friend and I had a reflexology treatment at Baan Thai. It wasn't your typical reflexology treatment. It felt very rushed and somewhat aggressive. It wasn't slow, gentle or soothing. We both felt they rushed through it and didn't focus on sore areas etc. They spend 40 minutes on feet, then 10 minutes on your head (pulling hair and very firmly rubbing the temples). The last ten minutes are spent on the neck and shoulders. That was nice. Would I go back? Probably not. read more

I have gone here off and throughout the last 4 years and keep coming back. The staff is amazing and the atmosphere is simple and relaxed. The direct billing is great for those with benefits and the fee structure is reasonable for when benefits dont cover. I had an aromatherapy massage with reflexology and javent felt this relaxed in ages. Highly recomend this location read more

I went there twice before and got an excellent massage ..... NEVER AGAIN!! Called today to make a booking and was insulted by the receptionist who was impatient, very rude and then hung up on me. My friend called to make a complaint about the receptionists ignorant and disrespectful attitude and asked to speak to the manager. It turned out that the 'receptionist' I spoke to was in fact the OWNER and he then proceeded to patronize my friend about the complaint saying "you don't know what you're talking about but I understand why your 'anger body' feels the need to attack me" ..... My goodness, no matter how good the massage is, how can a business work when the owner is so insulting and then refuses to acknowledge a complaint? read more

Best massage I've ever had in my life. I felt like a million bucks when I left. This style of massage greatly compliments my martial arts training. Very friendly and professional service, can't wait for my next massage from here! read more

The best massage you will get in Western Canada! I have been to Thailand twice, and had many massages there. I can confirm that Baan Thai offers the real thing. The therapists are Thai women, trained in Thailand. In fact, the therapist I had said she still travels back and works in Chaing Mai. I am a professional athlete, very active, and I use many types of physical therapy, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Registered Massage Therapists, Active Release Technique, etc. Traditional Thai massage is my favorite, as it seems to combine most of these in one treatment. Expect to be stretched, kneaded, pulled/pushed, kneeled and walked on, -it is amazing. This is not for everyone, however, it is pretty deep treatment. If not sure, try the foot massage or hot oil massage first. I live 3 hours out of Town, but will be back as often as possible. Highly recommended. read more

This place has not received a review on their website since June 2014 and July 2014 on Yelp. I just wrote a review on their website and it looks like it will NOT get posted since only positive reviews are posted. I have been a long term, loyal customer of Baan Thai since 2012. I remember googling online looking for a good deep massage location since my back and shoulders were really stiff and sore from sitting in front of the computer all day. I came across Baan Thai and read the reviews and everyone said it was a must try so I decided to give it try. I was definitely not disappointed. I felt my back and shoulders thoroughly worked on and I have been a loyal customer ever since. When Baan Thai increased their price to $80/hr for massage, I thought it was reasonable since the massage quality was unmatchable. All masseuses are from Thailand; therefore, the massages are authentic Thai massages. However, since mid-last year there has been a lot of turnovers in the masseuses since their working visa has expired. The new masseuses are not of the same caliber as the old ones. After my regular masseuse returned back to Thailand, I decided to stay with Baan Thai. Over the span of 4 months, I have returned to Baan Thai three times and had a different masseuse each time. Today was my third and LAST visit. Each massage experience, became more disappointing and frustrating then the previous one. My experience today was both painful and confusing. Painful because my masseuse used her ELBOW to massage me - bone against bone is not the most comfortable experience. Confused because before the massage began, the masseuse asked me how much pressure do I like? I told her a lot of pressure because my back and shoulders are stiff. Not once throughout my 1 hour of Thai oil massage did I feel like she used any strength or pressure to work out the knots in my back and shoulders. Besides running her elbow down my spine there was no wrist and/or hand muscle used on any of my sore spots. The masseuse covered me in more oil then required. Both the bedsheets and myself were covered in oil. When the masseuse asked me what I would like to drink at the end of the massage session, I wanted to just leave since I felt like I got nothing out of the session. There was a time when it would take a while before you can get in to see a masseuse. You literally had to book 2-3 weeks in advance. Now a day you can get in the next or same day. I will not be returning to Baan Thai anymore. read more

I have had a sore neck and back for a very long time. I have learned to tolerate the discomfort and find yoga helps. I decided to try Baan Thai Massage. All I can say is I loved it! Not only did I sleep though the whole night but I feel so much better and more free. I would strongly recommend Baan Thai and it is very reasonably priced! I'd give it 10 Stars if I could. read more

I went to this place two times. The staff was courteous and professional the first time. The second time I was there, the front receptionist was extremely rude. Will not be returning to this place and also tell everyone in my office about my bad experiences here. Avoid this place as there are much better massage places in Calgary. read more

I was so disappointed about there. I have tried many type of massage includes Thai massage. My back, shoulder, neck, and head were really tired. However, massage therapist spent time for my legs for 40 min. Then she moved to top of my body. It was not enough time to massage. Next day, my legs were pain a lot. I could not sleep well . I have never gotten that situation. And my body is still really tired. That was totally waste of money. read more