Had a bad and superficial massage with hands just randomly touching the back without working any…read moremuscle, I attempted several times to explain that the neck was in pain and needed proper work, she constantly shifted from pouring a bit of oil, covering me with a towel, and weirdly squeezing in her elbow sideways my neck, nothing was done at all, no muscle massaged at all. I gave up trying to explain as she clearly didn't know what she was doing, so I politely stopped the massage and walked out the room. I had hundreds of Thai massages and know very well what to expect from one, this level is one of the lowest I experienced. I attempted to explain it at the reception and here is where they took it personal instead of professional, one person sitting on the sofa jumped in the conversion pretty offended saying she didn't believe me because she knows her well, the other said just to pay and it's ok. The one who gave the massage was dismissively laughing and shaking her head. They made no effort in trying to understand a customer's complaint but rather just go on dismissive-confrontation mode and get rid of me by showing me the door.

Fantastic! I entered from the busy high street into a warm and welcoming environment. I was…read moreintroduced to my lovely and calm Thai masseuse who led me downstairs into a surprisingly large space full of massage rooms. The treatment is done on a mat on the floor but it was comfortable. She asked me all the right questions - any injuries, how hard/soft I would like my massage, any particular areas to work on. Towards the end she also asked if she could sit on my back for a deeper stretch which I didn't mind at all. I felt wonderful at the end and disappointed it was over so soon. Then I was given a lovely jasmine tea as I sat up slowly in my newly calm radiance and invited to return upstairs when I was ready. My problematic shoulder felt totally un-knotted and my brain wonderfully calm. I would love to go again ASAP. Highly recommended.

I flew into London from LA on a red eye and went right to work. 3 days later I was cramped up, my…read moreshoulders felt like rocks and my feet were killing me. Then I found 4ForYou on YELP and decided to give them a call. Their site looked totally legit and I was a little sketchy about being able to book an appt at 9pm on a Friday, but hey- they were willing to take me at 9pm on a Friday- Score! Anna who booked the appointment with me was sincere, helpful and friendly and made me feel comfortable from the beginning. I had a bit of trouble finding the place, because I didnt realize they were in the basement of the salon "Hair+" next to the Domino's Pizza on Foley Street. "38" was not marked on the building. Luckily, Anna was right there on the phone to help guide me to the door and even though the salon was closed, my massage therapist, Evelina was there at the door to greet me. As other YELPers have mentioned, this is not a "spa-like" ambiance, with lots of white cottons, fluffy pillows, flowers or meditative statues looking at you ponderously. This is the basement of a hair salon. And a small basement at that. There was a toilet they let me use before I went into the room- which looked like it belonged in a tight studio flat. But it served its purpose. Then I went into the room. It was lit with candles, it smelled of eucalyptus oil and lavender and there was a full massage table. Evelina offered me a glass of water to begin and then stepped out so I could undress. When she came back in, she gave me one of the best deep tissue massages I have ever had. She was incredibly deft with her elbows and kept the pressure firm in all the spots that needed breaking up. I felt itchy as all the blood began coming back into my muscles. I was in total stretch out, deep breathing, 'let's-do-this-together" mode, as she broke down the tissue and left me in a heaping pile. The cost was 50 GBP for 60 mins. I personally felt so relieved that I tipped her 10 GBP. She deserved that and more. Overall- the reason I didnt give 5 stars were due to the minor negatives about this place- specifically the lack of Spa-like touches. Example- the table was not quite padded and there were no blankets to lay on, only the paper-type towels the doctor pulls over his examining table. I was provided a towel, after I got naked to cover up with. It covered me fine, but didn't make me feel total cozy, the way I would've under a blanket. I had to ask half way through for a washcloth or towel to go under my forehead, since the pressure was so strong, my head started to hurt against the table. Then when it was all over, I really looked around the room and noticed it was kind of dirty, with oil on the wall and a closet door off its rollers. Nothing that would cause me concern- but not buttoned up the way a day spa would be normally. But that's probably what helps keep the cost down. Honestly- I am still feeling the massage days later. Deep tissue is not the type of thing I go for on a weekly basis- but if I get tight like that again or am here for longer, I will definitely call Anna and ask for Evelina. These ladies are lovely.

Right, so I'll admit that the name of this venue sounds slightly dodgy. Especially since they're…read moreadvertising a "four hand" massage. So, I went into my experience with a little bit of trepidation and some faith in the stellar reviews that 4ForYou had received on tripadvisor. However, the experience itself was actually really great! First off, the service is great -- booking an appointment was a breeze, and the receptionist even remembered my name when I called back to change the time of my appointment (I suspect that this is because the number that you call is a mobile number). Secondly, they've got a great venue that's pretty zen in its atmosphere and fairly centrally located -- but they can also do massages for you at your home. And finally, the massage was awesome -- great pressure, great technique, and an all-around relaxing experience. She really took her time, which I appreciated, since a few of the other places I've been to in London shove me out the door 45 minutes in, despite my having paid for a full hour! And it's inexpensive, too. Only £50 for an hour of deep tissue/swedish massage!

What a gem! Cute, quiet, and in a great Neighborhood…read more Massage therapists were great-very attentive to what we needed. We did a couples thai massage and it was a great price. You pick the pressure! I have had massages everywhere I have been and this was by far the best value for the quality. Definitely recommend! There are several cafes nearby as well as the Buckingham Palace gift shop.

It's all about the massage. No one pushing products or gadgets. My massage therapist entered the…read moreroom, said hello, and went to work. I had a deep tissue massage. It was intense! She found all of my trouble spots and broke them down. She also gave me a brief lecture about getting more sleep, giving up sugar, and watching my weight. I didn't mind -- mostly because she was right and also because her thumbs are lethal weapons! LOL! I left a little less twisted, a lot less blocked, a little shaky, able to walk to my next appointment, and looking forward to my next massage. VERY highly recommended.

What a wonderful experience with Noriko! I had an 8 hour layover in London so I decided to take the…read moreHeathrow express into paddington. My skin has been super dry and dull lately, plus I got a terrible night of sleep on the plane, so I was beyond glad Chi Yu was able to take me as a walk in. Noriko was so sweet and friendly, as was the lady who checked me in at the front (I didn't get her name). The facility is clean and cozy, offering tea or water when you arrive. The facial with products includes eminence products which all smelled and felt incredible. They also specialize in Japanese Cosmo Lifting Massages and Noriko integrated some of that into my facial, which was great and something new for me. The facial was so relaxing I'm pretty sure I fell asleep. I'll definitely make this my spot whenever I'm in London!

Picture this: sitting at my desk on Baker Street. All of a sudden, piercing pain right between my…read moreshoulder blades from...oh, probably 10 years of sitting at a computer hunched over and slouched. You know that burning knot feeling? Yes that. I was dreaming of some relief and started to do a quick search on Yelp for somewhere quite near my office. Nothing too laborious as my day was packed...so just a quick tune-up via chair massage was in order. Chi Yu to the rescue! Lovely staff and very welcoming. From making the appointment, to arrival, and situation all the way to checkout and bidding them adieu, everyone was so very nice. Somewhat sad that this is not a given, but in London it certainly isn't! This makes Chi Yu stand out. I made an appointment for same day with Rie, who was great. I was escorted downstairs to the treatment area, and given 30 minutes of chair massage. Brilliant, just what I wanted. She was very communicative and definitely helped ease the tension. I probably need one every day for a month to really work it out, but this really helped. I took a menu and will definitely be back. Really like the vibe of this place, the atmosphere (also SUPER clean), and the service offerings. Facials, beauty + Wellness massage, reflexology, Thai massage, etc. £15 (plus a bit extra for Rie) --- well worth it.

We saw that this place had pretty good ratings and that you can schedule an appointment via text…read moremessage or phone call on WhatsApp. So we decided to try this place and texting them an appointment request took just 2-3 messages. We arrived there and were greeted by our massage therapists. They were very nice. However it seems like the massage can be hit or miss. While I liked my massage, my partner thought his was just okay. My massage could have been better because my therapist had to take a couple of phone calls from a client who was on his way and needed to know about parking. Although she apologized for talking on her phone, texting, and even going out of the room for a bit and also stayed a little over to finish my massage in the hour, it was still kind of annoying. Overall a solid place though and one of the best prices in town. The massage place is downstairs in the same building as a hair salon, which is what you will see first upon entering.

Coi was very good. Deep tissue massage with walking on the back made me feel better. The pain in…read morethe neck went. Good ambience.

There is nothing worse than a blocked back. Right?…read more Backs and Beyond was recommended to me by a dear friend that had just gone through a very painful frozen shoulder, and was raging about how great they are. Well when I woke up Sunday feeling like an 80 year old, decided I should give them a spin (or a roll, as spinning was a tad too painful). I met with Gavin yesterday, and in 45min he managed to put a name on what has been causing me chronic back pains for over a year (whereas I was given out a printout from my GP with painkiller prescription), as well as soothing the pain with a few exercises and a bit of acupuncture. Not only did he save my week, and probably my back, he cheered me right up. He listened, gave good advice, joked and generally just took the time. Backs and Beyond is a small osteopathy clinic just off Tufnell Park Road where a few osteopaths work. It's very well maintained, relatively easy access from Kentish town as well. You can get an appointment within the next 24h, and a 45min session will cost you £50 If you're in North London and have back/muscular issues - note this place down.

Great place, great location, their staff is knowledgable, and they offer many different services. I…read moreonly give it four stars because the walls are thin, the floors are creaky, and the doorbell is loud enough to hear in the massage rooms. Also, my masseuse didn't turn any soothing music on! I don't know about you, but when I get a massage I like to relax in a peaceful, calming place. But, truthfully I'll probably go back again anyway.

Highly Recommend.., £40 acupuncture and £35 massage (35mins) I went in by chance as I was in the…read moremost excruciating neck and shoulder pain. I went downstairs to a simple room and had my treatments. Both were very professional and the massage really went deeply into the muscles to relieve the tight neck and shoulders. I'm really pleased I took a chance to go. I left feeling sore but unblocked and able to move again, and sit straight! I feel balanced. I am sore tonight but that is only natural after holding so much tension and also the deep tissue massage.

Great little place for Chinese medical treatment and herbal medicines. Very simple facilities…read moreperhaps that could be updated but still a good place although I did find quite expensive. The doctor (Ms Ming Hui Lou?) is very helpful with her explanations and actually helped me get back to health after me being very, very ill for several years and unable to function normal and with a lot of pain daily, without much clarity or help from modern medicine. She explained that I had circulatory and kidneys problems. I got multiple herbs (monthly supply), cupping and acupuncture - which totalled £150 which I found rather expensive. I had expected no more than half of that price but most of the cost was for the herbs. However, after each cupping treatment I felt fantastic and painfree (at least for some hours) after being ill for so long. Cupping increases circulation. I went twice weekly asking for cupping until they refused to give more treatments (!) because increasing the circulation also increases toxins moving around in the body that need to be extracted first through the use of the herbs, which I had somewhat neglected to use due to the cost. I also love that it's run by women, which feels more comfortable. I did ask why it was so expensive, especially the meds, and they explained that there is a big difference in the quality of herbs used in Chinese medicine, where many suppliers don't have the actual ingredients labeled so they opt to buy from very high-quality, verified suppliers and this makes it more expensive. Could be true. I started making efforts to increase circulation, detoxify the blood and add a kidney friendly diet. My GP denied that I had any kidney problems at the time, but 1.5 years later after I insisted on multiple tests they indeed confirmed I had reduced kidney function. Three years later I am now about 70% cured! It's all due to this little clinic and their help to give me clarity what exactly was happening, which any other diagnosis and treatment had failed.

I found H-R-T after a brief search and decided to take a chance. I am so glad I did! I presented…read morewith a severely tight and painful lower back and was desperately seeking relief. After a few "less than professional" experiences in London, I was a bit apprehensive. When I walked in, I received a friendly and compassionate greeting, was asked about my needs, and received suggestions for services that would be most helpful. I was ushered to a comfortable and well-appointed treatment room, where I prepared for the massage. My therapist was quick to enter and get underway. She did a most amazing job. With my predicament, the massage was intense...one of the more intensive ones I have experienced. The intensity was necessary and my therapist's efforts were appreciated! At the end of the massage, the therapist told me what to expect afterward with respect to healing. I was able to move with much less pain and am looking forward to a completely corrected back after the experience. I would absolutely recommend this business and will certainly return. I only wish I lived in the UK so I could return for a follow up more quickly!

Omg the best foot massage in london....or at least in Marylebone, which is where we live. Tip: pick…read moreupstairs when you book. The downstairs can be claustrophobic for some.