60- or 90-Minute Swedish, Hot Stone, or Thai Massage for Singles or Couples at Lotus Spa (Up to 63% Off)
Similar deals
Skilled therapists relieve stress and muscle pain through a wide variety of massage types; couples enjoy massages in side-by-side beds
Choice of:
- 60-Minute Swedish, Hot Stone, or Thai Massage for One
- 90-Minute Swedish, Hot Stone, or Thai Massage for One
- 60-Minute Swedish, Hot Stone, or Thai Massage for Couples
- 90-Minute Swedish, Hot Stone, or Thai Massage for Couples
The Myriad Modalities of Massage
When your body aches for a massage, it’s important to know the difference between the various modalities. Read our rundown of the types available.
Not all types of massage instill the same benefits. Whereas some therapists strive for pure relaxation, enveloping clients in a peaceful retreat of body and mind, others get gritty, fiercely working out the knots and chronic pain buried deep within the muscles. Here are the basic differences to expect:
Swedish: By far the most popular option in spas and health clubs, Swedish massage employs light, circular motions across the body to help clients relax and feel reenergized following the treatment.
Hot stone: Accompanied by light, Swedish-type strokes, heated stones—typically composed of volcanic basalt or another rock rich in iron and caramel—rest on pressure points, a practice believed to calm the nervous system and improve circulation.
Thai massage: Unlike other modalities, Thai massage doesn’t take place on a table. Clients usually lie on the floor on a padded mat, fully dressed in their own clothes or hazmat suits. Therapists then use their hands, knees, legs, and feet to maneuver the client’s body into yoga-like stretches, which are intended to improve circulation, increase flexibility, and relax the mind.