First Time exploring Massage/Bar in Bangkok

[RavenFlock]

Hello, I am actually travelling to Bangkok today (23 Feb) before I came across this forum. I was trying to Google good massage places with extra services but am not sure which would be good and recommended as I hope to have a good experience as this is my 1st time exploring this area of Bangkok. My previous visits have been just regular touristy activities. 
 

I have tried reading the threads here but I am not quite familiar with the some of the acronyms used like ST, LT, H spa etc so I might not be able to understand fully some of the posts. For context, I am more into side/sensual fun (I like kissing haha) with someone hot/cute lol and penetration isn’t a priority, which places are recommended in this case? What would be the expected amount to tip too?
 

Is there anything I should take note of too? Do PM me if you have more detailed recommendations to share too. Thanks all in advance and appreciate your help.

 

 

 

[jamiebee]

ST (Short-Time 1-2hrs ) and LT (Long-time overnight or until breakfast) are terms used when offing someone from the bars or may also apply for Money boys from the apps.

For Massage shops - they are categorized as S(soft) , SS (super soft), H (Hard) depends on what the masseurs are known to be willing to do.

For Spas or Onsens - I have no idea hahaha because I don't go to them since I'm very body self conscious as I'm a bit of a chub.

Since you are more on side stuff I recommend searching the forums for Massage places like Prince, SSense, Senso, History of Massage, Jey Spa, etc. these places are mostly have masseurs hunks.

If you are looking for twinks then you can search the forum for Massage shops in Saphan Khwai..

 

[vinapu]

14 hours ago, RavenFlock said:

Hello, I am actually travelling to Bangkok today (23 Feb) before I came across this forum.

welcome to the forum and welcome back in Bangkok

stay in Silom area as it has all you need, both bars and massage venues in close proximity. Lots of cute guys on display in front of massage shops along Silom , Suriwong and soi 6 connecting those two. Tips for massage boys 1200-2000 depending on venue and a boy plus massage fee , if you offing from bar count 2000-3000 for short time  plus drink for you and possibly for  a boy.

In bar under no circumstances admit it's your first time and don't yield to a pressure from mamasan (captain ) to buy him a drink or tip unless they were of any help for you. They are very skilled in such extraction, I'm of religion that only boys deserve tip for presenting themselves half naked but  waiting staff should be content with 20 baht  for bringing you a drink if that much. 

One thing is sure- you will have fun

[a-447]

Just tell the msmassns you are a regular visitor to Bangkok, and they won't bother you too much.

If they think you are a newbie, they'll eat you alive!

[Olddaddy]

Yes welcome to the forum, I must say I always get the word flock wrong and say fuck 😕

I remember an English show back in the 1980's where there was a team of Can Can dancing women singing about flocking clicking plucking ,they were dancing can can style it was a UK show💂‍♂️,anyone know the name?

Oh please we are going back to the 80's surely I can't expect anyone to know ! !!!

 

[zoomomancs]

As Vinapu says, Silom Soi 6 has a number of massage shops where the men are ready to deliver exactly what you describe. They will probably pitch for 2,000 baht in the room (plus around 500/600 baht for the shop for the massage). In all of the shops you can choose which man so don't get railroaded by their suggestions. Start the conversation early in the massage about what you really want so you don't get 45 minutes of massage and ten minutes of 'extras'. The men usually want to deliver a premium service as it gives them a premium fee. All the men have seen/done it all before so don't be embarrassed. 

[Kiwi306]

If you strike up a conversation outside in Soi 6 with a guy who particularly appeals to you, ensure that you tell him that you want him to be your masseur. I was approached once by a guy I found to be very desirable and he took me inside, where he handed me over to a masseur who kindled no magic in me at all. But I didn't want to embarrass that poor guy, so I just decided to grin and bear it and put up with rather a disappointing experience. 

[spoon]

On 2/23/2026 at 6:41 AM, RavenFlock said:

For context, I am more into side/sensual fun (I like kissing haha) with someone hot/cute lol and penetration isn’t a priority, which places are recommended in this case?

Sounds like you want S or SS type massage place though H places guys wont refuse a no penetration services. Kissing on the other hand, not always easy to tell who will do it, so if it is really important for you, mention it upfront to the mamasan at H place, and perhaps you will get one that is willing. S or SS place, the person in charge wont entertain question about extra services, so its up to the masseur, so itll be harder to negotiate before choosing

[zoomomancs]

12 hours ago, Kiwi306 said:

If you strike up a conversation outside in Soi 6 with a guy who particularly appeals to you, ensure that you tell him that you want him to be your masseur. I was approached once by a guy I found to be very desirable and he took me inside, where he handed me over to a masseur who kindled no magic in me at all. But I didn't want to embarrass that poor guy, so I just decided to grin and bear it and put up with rather a disappointing experience. 

I always say 'you do massage?' to avoid being handed on

[kram987]

On 2/23/2026 at 12:41 PM, Olddaddy said:

On 2/23/2026 at 12:41 PM, Olddaddy said:

Yes welcome to the forum, I must say I always get the word flock wrong and say fuck 😕

I remember an English show back in the 1980's where there was a team of Can Can dancing women singing about flocking clicking plucking ,they were dancing can can style it was a UK show💂‍♂️,anyone know the name?

Oh please we are going back to the 80's surely I can't expect anyone to know ! !!!

 

Sounds like Benny Hill to me

[kram987]

When they ask, if I’m interested I say yes, let’s go with a big smile.  It usually works.

[hank75]

On 2/23/2026 at 7:20 PM, jamiebee said:

For Spas or Onsens - I have no idea hahaha because I don't go to them since I'm very body self conscious as I'm a bit of a chub.

Digressing slightly but I remember you posted some personal pics in a trip report (with face covered) and you are a very nice looking guy. No reason at all to be body conscious. I hope you will get to return to Thailand soon. 

[RavenFlock]

On 2/23/2026 at 7:20 PM, jamiebee said:

ST (Short-Time 1-2hrs ) and LT (Long-time overnight or until breakfast) are terms used when offing someone from the bars or may also apply for Money boys from the apps.

For Massage shops - they are categorized as S(soft) , SS (super soft), H (Hard) depends on what the masseurs are known to be willing to do.

For Spas or Onsens - I have no idea hahaha because I don't go to them since I'm very body self conscious as I'm a bit of a chub.

Since you are more on side stuff I recommend searching the forums for Massage places like Prince, SSense, Senso, History of Massage, Jey Spa, etc. these places are mostly have masseurs hunks.

If you are looking for twinks then you can search the forum for Massage shops in Saphan Khwai..

 

Thank you for sharing and the clarifications. I have tried to search the forums based on your suggestions and booked S’Sense and Jey Spa first haha. I hope it will be good as it is my first visit to these places.

[RavenFlock]

On 2/23/2026 at 8:34 PM, vinapu said:

welcome to the forum and welcome back in Bangkok

stay in Silom area as it has all you need, both bars and massage venues in close proximity. Lots of cute guys on display in front of massage shops along Silom , Suriwong and soi 6 connecting those two. Tips for massage boys 1200-2000 depending on venue and a boy plus massage fee , if you offing from bar count 2000-3000 for short time  plus drink for you and possibly for  a boy.

In bar under no circumstances admit it's your first time and don't yield to a pressure from mamasan (captain ) to buy him a drink or tip unless they were of any help for you. They are very skilled in such extraction, I'm of religion that only boys deserve tip for presenting themselves half naked but  waiting staff should be content with 20 baht  for bringing you a drink if that much. 

One thing is sure- you will have fun

Thank you, I only stumbled upon this forum recently so I didn’t know about staying near Silom area. My hotel was booked around Petchaburi in advance =(. Will take note to choose a better location hotel next time. Thanks for sharing, will provide the recommended tips you mentioned to the boys 😃 

[vinapu]

7 minutes ago, RavenFlock said:

will provide the recommended tips you mentioned to the boys 😃 

some may have different ideas  but I have habit of fixing  expected tip before hand, if boy doesn't quote anything , I ask them outright " how much you want"  . If they say ' up to you " , I tell them what I will give them. If they don't like  my offer I usually say " I asked you already and you told me , up to me". That settles matter .

Others may simply hand over money to boy at end of session , whatever they think is fair and that approach works too. 

[Kiwi306]

1 hour ago, RavenFlock said:

Thank you, I only stumbled upon this forum recently so I didn’t know about staying near Silom area. My hotel was booked around Petchaburi in advance =(. Will take note to choose a better location hotel next time. Thanks for sharing, will provide the recommended tips you mentioned to the boys 😃 

Silom is the most convenient place to be if you want to go to bars or clubs, especially if you intend to bring someone back with you to your hotel.

If it's massage parlours that you mainly have in mind, it isn't such a barrier to being further out of town..