The Royal Thai Spa — Attraction in Union City

Same review from Yelp but posting here so others know too.

Off the bat - 10/10 DEFINITELY recommend!! This review is long overdue.

I have a lower back injury that causes grief in other areas of my body sometimes. Last year, my neck and right shoulder was a painful mess. I couldn't lift my right arm above my head and I could barely turn my head in either direction because it hurt too much. And, of course, my body would choose to be a wreck right before an event while I was out of town - far away from my doctors.

The pain was so bad that I became desperate and decided to book a massage somewhere. I went on online and found The Royal Thai Spa with many 5 star reviews so I decided to book an appointment. I left a message around 8AM requesting an appointment. They called me back within an hour and got me in that afternoon.

I booked a 2 hour massage with Patricia for deep tissue and HOLLLYYYY--- bless that lady. And her hands. And I apologize to her hands and fingers. The massage pressure was A-MAZING!! For all 2 hours, she checked in to make sure the pressure was good - it was perfect throughout, that she targeted the problem areas - she most DEFINITELY did, and that she didn't cause problems elsewhere with certain techniques - that bedside manner. By the end of the massage, I had fallen asleep and when I walked out, I was a new person. I could turn my head and lift my arm. I was amazed...so I came back again today for a pinch nerve in my lower back.

I was visiting East Bay without much notice so I sent an appointment request at 8AM again. They responded back within an hour and got me in at noon. To the lovely receptionist, thank you for always responding so quickly. I had another 2 hour deep tissue massage but this time Sara was helping me. Do their entire staff have magical hands and impeccable bedside manners?? Because again, HOLLLYYYY!! Whatever I wrote above: CTRL+C, CTRL+V.

Most places I've gone to for deep tissue don't do it for longer than 90mins., are super expensive, and/or don't apply enough pressure the entire time. I don't have that issue here. I don't live in East Bay but I'm beginning to think I need to make this city a regular stop just because of this Spa. I leave feeling amazing EVERY. TIME. If you're in the fence about coming here, try it at least once. I know I'll be back...

UPDATE: I am SO greatful for Sara. Out of my 4 massages today was the best ever. I mean all her massages are amazing but today, was just the best!!

This is my 2nd 2 hour Thai Herbal Massage. I highly recommend it!!

I find it hard to describe. But I felt every lower back pain I have exit my body. I've never experienced this before. It's a great feeling to be pain free!!

I've been having flashbacks of her hitting the pin point of my pain areas in my lower back. She's simply amazing at what she does, and I am very greatful I found you guys!! I am not sure where I would be today without Sara. Thank you SO much!!

Ugh, about 6 months ago I hit my lower left butt/hip area on my back seat Jeep door bolt.. I was on the ground for a little while, but got back to my office to "ride out the pain" and take it easy. After a few weeks, the pain didn't go away, I was miserable and found it hard to get out of bed in the morning. I definitely know I had damaged sciatica nerve due to the pain I was feeling(lower back pain, and it shoots down your leg) In the past months, I've tried several home remedies, but nothing helped my pain. My last resort was looking for a massage therapist. I thankfully found good reviews at the royal thia spa. I chose Sara for my deep tissue massage. OMG, 90 minutes of Deep tissue massage was what I needed!! She's absolutely amazing!! I will admit I was sore for a few days, but have zero pain as of today. Sara, thank you SO much 💖!! I am SO happy that I booked my next appointment for next month. The owner is very informative and provided excellent...

This place is truly amazing. From the moment you walk in the door. You are greated with a smile and wonderful personality. That will literally make your day. Pat at the front desk is truly amazing. If she doesn't brighten your day and make you smile, no one will. The moment you walk in the amazing arouma pulls you in and relaxes you. The music is soothing and the decor is very upscale and beautiful. I couldn't stop staring at the beautiful wall paper. Which I learned was custom from Thailand.

Once you discuss the type of massage you would like. You fill our a short form with your name and and mini questionnaire about focus points for the massage etc. I originally wanted the sweedish but went with the deep tissue. Per Pat recommendation and I am glad I did. The massage was amazing and the masseuse did such a great job. It wasn't at all painful like I assumed deep tissue massages were. The massage table was nice and soft and had heated pads to keep you warm. Set at the perfect tempature. You also get to lay under a very comfy sheet during the massage to keep you warm. The sheet is moved accordingly based on the area being massaged. So you are not being massage through the sheet the entire time.

Whatever massage you decided. It is worth every penny. This by far is the best massage place I've been to in the Bay Area. No other ones compare. So if you are reading this. Just book your appointment now because they are simply the...