Went to GM Massage a few nights ago with an out-of-town friend (http://www.gmmenmassage.com) I had gone before and was dissapointed (with the guy I chose and facilities), but thought I'd give it another try. This time the experience was good and not-so-good.

There were six guys working when we arrived (9:30 pm). Only one of the 14 guys pitctured on their web site was working.

So, first, here's the good part: the massage I had was well above average and the service I received left me completely satisfied. The guy I chose (22, with braces) knew both Thai and Swedish massage and switched easily between the two styles. He was also refreshingly passionate and versitile. Before and after we finished, he asked me if he could help me shower. And, when I said 'ok', he said 'thank you" . My friend said he was also quite happy with the service, but the massage was poor.

Now, the not-so-good part: the manager couldn't speak any English and had no idea how to help us select a masseur. I asked him (in Thai) about the 90 minute massage advertised for 490 Baht on their website (see: GM men massage club). He said the price for 90 minutes was was 600THB and the minimum tip 1000 (again not 800 THB as advertised). I asked for their menu (price list) and was told 'mai mee' (don't have). I found it amusing when I asked him (on behalf of my friend) if one of the masseurs was a btm, and the Manager shouted across the room to get an answer from the guy. All the boys giggled. My friend wasn't so amused. The facilities here are below the standard of any place I've been before: smelly towels; brownish-red faded sheets on foam-massage beds; athestically sterile rooms. The rooms do have air-con and hot showers. (If you like almost grungy places, this could be heaven!)

Overall, my masseur made the experience enjoyable, but I suspect this place may not be around for very long.

It's located in the ARI area, not to far from V Club, where I went last month and was ignored by their manager until I left...

More later.

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