Oriental MA Massage — Attraction in Miami

$$$Money money money$$$... I had always been curious about that place located close to the office. Yesterday as I had 30 minutes to kill before diner with a friend and needed a foot massage so I gave it a try. Quick look at the reviews, awesome, I pushed the door with reasonable expectations: test the service, pamper myself during 30 minutes for 30$, budget would be 36$ in total. I was immediately suggested a 1 hour combo which I politely refused 3 times, insisting on the fact that I didn't have much time and that I'd be glad ro come back as I work close by. The employees had a quick chat in their own language I am not able to understand, and the message began... by the neck and shoulder. I quickly interrupted it and made sure they understood my request: 30 min. foot massage. I received a confusing explanation and finally got my feet massaged...yeahhh!! eyes covered, very strong pressure (not for everyone... can be painful but I can take it personally). I felt it was taking long and thought they had decided to offer me 10 min extra for my 1st visit (I was the only customer in the large massage room). I really thought that bearing the 30$ price tag in mind, I should definitely come back often for feet and body massage.

Well... at the end, they massaged me during 55 minutes, instead of the contacted 30 minutes. They charged 40 $ instead of the 30$ expected. They justified it by the 1 Hour service...

The lady asked me about how much I wanted to tip. As they had not respected the contract (30 min), which I had made clear in several occasions, I decided to Tip 15% instead of the 20% I had initially thought of. Her answer was quite surprising: "No, it's 20% not 15%". Interesting... They ask but charge whatever they decide. I guess it is her notion of customer satisfaction and ethics.

I indeed paid 8$ service fee instead of the 6 expected (my initial budget was 36$ total).

Reviewing the check, I realized they were adding 1$ fee... due to payment by credit card. Not advertised before... but okay, fair enough. There is indeed a notification on the wall that I challenge you to find/ read by yourself... those little letters in the contracts you know what I mean...

PROS: Place is okay, pretty clean, decent Massage.

CONS: Staff don't listen to your needs and do whatever they have in mind... and will charge you accordingly :-/

I ended paying 49$ instead of my 36$ initial budget. Plus, I arrived a bit late to my date. Not ruined, but not what had been agreed at all.

Ethics and peace of mind are key to me. I consider those guys are not honest. Again, not a really big deal but...I can't trust those people and now wonder if they really do adequate message or just....I touch you, you pay... I felt truly betrayed and abused, which I can't tolerate.

@Owner...Stupid business decision making!!! I was a potential frequent customer. I even had mentioned you I'd probably be back, as my office is next door. I also had in mind to refer colleagues. Well, you converted this opportunity in lost business, bad review, negative promotion. All for 13 extra $... Well done! Sorry guys but no way I come back.

Massage is about enjoying and feel relaxed. Certainly not to be stressed by feeling pushed to spend time and money, or being abused.

My advice...pay in advance, tip after service. Or simply, avoid...

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