Paradise Unisex Spa

I got the one hour Thai massage with hot stones. The staff is very nice and adamant about being on…read moretime. It was clean and smelled very good inside. My massage therapist was Ada. She is skilled at what she does. She will ask you the level of strength that you want. Since this was my first time I said strong. When she began it felt like an extremely deep tissue massage. I could not handle it. I had to say something a few times. But it's good to know that they do go deep and intense. Ada listened and made sure to be light and gentle but still having some force. The hot stone part was decent I do wish that I got more stones put on me. This was the perfect birthday gift! The price for hot stones and the massage was $90. The hour goes by quickly. At the end of my session I felt so relaxed. My voice changed sounding zen like. Next time I go I will be getting 90 minutes. There's paid street parking only. When you get there, ring the bell when you get to the front door they will buzz you in. This place is highly secure. Even the bathroom has its own key. When you come in I do highly recommend you use the bathroom before laying down for your massage. you will be extremely relaxed and don't want to mess it up. I can't wait to go again! Next time I go I will be booking 90 minutes.

The massage was so relaxing and needed. My masseuse applied that pressure! So so good. We opted to…read moreget the hot stones and essential oils add ons and it was worth it.

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3.8(410 reviews)

0.1 mi•South Loop

An amazing experience overall would highly recommend to all. Super clean and very nice staff!!read more

Absolutely fantastic services and experience. Been a client for almost a decade. Always a great…read moreexperience. Never been disappointed.

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The NOW Massage South Loop

4.3(113 reviews)

0.2 mi•South Loop

Available by appointment

Certified professionals

The Now is kinda like Massage Envy. Membership massages at a discounted rate. Add ons are…read morekinda pricey but the environment is good for an unwind- like you're in a ship at sea instead of the fact that you're separated from your neighbor by a piece of cloth. The studio company itself is 3.5/5 If Robyn or Charles are your therapists- you are going to leave that table feeling taller, more relaxed, at ease in life, and ready to turn into a pile of jelly. They are the reasons I've stayed a member as long as I have and why The Now SL gets 5 stars

We attempted to book our appointment online on our phones but ran into some technical difficulties,…read moreno worries we were able to book over the phone the same day. There's plenty street parking nearby. Once we arrived we were promptly and politely greeted by the person at the front desk. We already signed our waivers and there was a very minimal wait behind we were greeted by our massage therapist. I appreciate my therapist so much but admittedly I forgot her name. She was very thorough and I enjoyed the massage so much that I almost fell asleep. I love the soothing lofi music and the decor and dim lighting. It was as if I was transported to another place and time.

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South Loop Massage

5.0(10 reviews)

0.4 mi•Near Southside

Great experience at South Loop Massage. My therapist did a great intake, asked me lots of good…read morequestions about my experience, and the massage itself was excellent! Exactly what I wanted.

Had 90 minute massage with Gof and he was fantastic. Knowledgeable, communicative, responsive. I…read morehave significant experience with many different modalities. Gof and I talked through my preferences, past massage experience, and what was I looking for in this session. He pulled from several styles to create a custom session that was very well aligned with my needs. Gof is a genuinely kind and empathic person, making the whole experience a delight. Don't hesitate to book a session with him.

Cupping and hot stones!

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Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

4.2(270 reviews)

0.2 mi•South Loop

Erika is great! She listens to what areas of my body needs attention and spend extra time there. I…read morealways feel better when I leave.

I really enjoyed my experience at this location. I am nearby during the week and a friend gifted…read moreme a massage so I could head right over. Keiron Gordon the receptionist is Outstanding & Aubrey the Massage Therapist! I schedule two more sessions before I left. I have the membership and he convinced me to start coming to this location.

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Oriental Traditional Medical Center

4.6(21 reviews)

0.8 mi•Near Southside

Excellent service! This is therapeutic massage! Jenny has very good massage skill and she knows…read morewhere to put pressure properly! Highly recommend!

Paid services and tipped in advance. Services was rushed by owner. She answered phone calls and…read moresent text messages while doing my service. She added another massage therapist who help rushed my service to get to walk-ins. They talked entire time and kept leaving and entering my room. They never sanitized their hands from touching the doors and answering phones while trying to give me a massage. They cut the services short and then she kept apologizing and trying to offer a hug. She gave some type of 5.00 referral card and said next time I will massage you more. There will NOT be a next time and I will not refer anyone else.

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Elements Massage

4.0(108 reviews)

0.3 mi•South Loop

Both my husband and I had great massages with James (back to back time slots)!…read more I do think it is important to note this is not a high end spa-- ie there isn't a separate changing room and the times they advertise are inclusive of 10-15 minutes of changing time. You will just get water at the end. However, the rooms are each individual and you can't hear other people so still better than many. The price seems right for the service, $30 off for first timers! Due to Covid you put a mask on while facing up and they don't have blankets, just a couple sheets.

Went in for a massage, the face rest was some Sherpa like lines cushion and I wished they had a…read moreclean sheet instead - I ended up with an eye infection. Was offered a hot towel but was never given it.

These tip rates are at the non-member rate. Members pay $89 15% - $13.35 20% - $17.80 25% - $22.25

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VIP FOOT MASSAGE

4.1(8 reviews)

0.0 mi•South Loop

1. When we called if there was any availability? They said yes it's happy hour. 15 minutes later…read more Happy hour was all of sudden passed and we had to pay regular price. Okay that's fine. 2. Massaged me and my friend feet and was talking and laughing the whole time. We felt like they were talking about us from the gestures they made. 3. Other employees standing in the door way talking and laughing. (My friend had 3 different people work on her feet for a 40 minute massage) 4. After we paid. They demanded a tip because they felt they did a good enough job.

Happened upon this place on the way to Lou Malnati's around the corner. Checked their reviews on…read moreYelp and it seemed like the stars had lined up. Only had time for a 30 minute 'happy hour' massage but it was awesome. Wish I had time got a full body massage but didn't. Definitely recommend if you have time and would appreciate it.

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Versailles Massage & Bar

3.1(200 reviews)

0.5 mi•Near Southside

When you're lucky to get the right masseuse, it's worth its weight in gold! My masseuse, Lucy, was…read moreworth every tip$ because she was super thorough every body part, checking on me for pressure and did not rush. I will say I need to learn how to ask for less or more pressure and or slower strokes in her language fyi. The facilities are quaint, clean, organized, and I liked the quiet spa music in an enclosed room versus some other places that have open aired facilities. Manager David is efficient, but would be nice if he was a bit more personable in welcoming and saying goodbye to his customers. That said I would still repeat my visit and FYI Groupon has occasional good deals here. Bonus is same building houses one of the best new Thai restaurants (Siam Thai Eatery) in the South Loop - definitely go and thank me later lol

This part is only for the scheduling experience. Like many…read moreothers reviewing this business, I also had a curt and unpleasant exchange with the scheduling person. I called for a 30 minute appointment at a particular time/day and the all I received back was "redemption code". Not a 'Yes, we have that time available. Can you provide me with the Groupon code?". I advised her that I was driving and could not access it at the time but I could when returned home in 30 minutes. Her response was "Call by 6." and hung up the phone. She clearly needs a new job that does not entail interaction with others. I will review on the service separately.

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Salt Mara - South Loop

3.5(14 reviews)

0.2 mi•South Loop

Ruth is amazing! I love it here. She made me feel brand new! I also love that they have many…read moredazzle dry colors so you don't have to sit all day waiting for your pedicure to dry

Ahhhhhhh! So frustrating. Twice I verbally made appointments and when I arrive it's not the right…read moretime. I bought the membership for 85 a month a while ago and have yet to use my credits.

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Nick D.

11 years ago

I came here because I have pain in my shoulder from a sport injury several years ago.The therapist is a pleasant person and uses reflexology and acupressure techniques to soothe the chronic pain areas. They have reasonable prices and I usually get the deep tissue massage.Also every month I get the manicure/pedicure combo here as well. She takes her time and I enjoy pleasant conversation with her during the nail trimming. The only issue is the parking cost outside per Chicago meter but I don't know if there is anyway to prevent that. The place, in general, is clean, cozy and decorated well. I swear that compared to other places this one is amazing! read more

Julia M.

12 years ago

Women don't try to go here. I give the place that I ised to go to regularly a big 0!!! The current owner is a nasty woman . She is closed early only on the women's side ... WTF ... Her son I think looked bemused and a little exasperated... Never again . read more

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