Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy

Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy

Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy
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10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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About
Sompong (Gay) Mcgill, trained in her native Thailand, first with the Thai Traditional Medicine Association of Thailand under Kobkit Rattanasaring. (A therapeutic clinic treating patients with specific physical issues so giving Gay a very good understanding in the use of Thai Massage to alleviate specific ailments) and later at the Thai massage & Spa Academy. Gay is highly qualified in many different Massage Treatments and has many years of experience. Her main focus is health & wellbeing.
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1-2 hours
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Neighborhood: Old Town
Few Edinburghers live in the Old Town, but its labyrinth of dank alleys and steep streets suggests this was not always the case. Today, it’s mostly visitors, tartan-flavored souvenir shops, and pipers that you’ll find on its cobbled streets. This is the place to get a feel for Auld Reekie (Old Smelly), as the town was once nicknamed, and stroll the Royal Mile, the thoroughfare that links the castle with the royal palace – two of Edinburgh’s great set-piece attractions. But there’s lots more exploring to do here down dozens of little alleys, or wynds, while at night the city’s busiest clubs erupt along the Cowgate which is closed to traffic for this purpose.
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  • George C
    World5 contributions
    Hot Stones Massage 1h 30
    I booked Ruan Mai last minute after repeatedly seeing them listed in articles for the best spa and treatment experiences in Edinburgh. I booked a hot stones massage as this was new to me and wanted to try it out! Got to say it didn’t disappoint. It was amazing! I was pleasantly surprised at how much choice of time/treatment I could make given I was booking very last minute in season. Their website is modern, professional and accessible so if you’re a stress head like me - search to booking time was smooth and plain sailing! While treatments are available at 60m, 90m and 2h lengths, I was on a budget so opted for 60m. But then changed my mind and though perhaps I ought to go a tad longer so went for 90m and that was definitely the right choice so that you can receive a fuller and more rounded experience. This is a brilliant and worthy alternative to the classic hotel spa experience. The premises are lovely yet tastefully and professionally decorated with cultural symbols and artwork that add to the experience of a Thai treatment. You feel that every attention to detail around the treatment itself has been thought through thoroughly. All the ladies at Ruan Mai are so friendly and warm, yet professional and extremely skilled in their craft! If I lived in Edinburgh I’d certainly go regularly, but as a tourist with limited time I made the perfect choice. If you’re tired of the white towel, sometimes clinical vibe you get from regular spas…this is your answer. The hot stones treatment itself was brilliant! No, they’re not scalding, no they’re not too rough or painful. The treatment involves a massage with warm oils first that brings up your body temperature so that when the stones come out they feel more natural - but there is a heat that comes with them that felt brilliant! I’m a very VERY tense person but my therapist (who’s name I unfortunately cannot remember) had the rare honour of leaving me fully relaxed! If you at all hesitant or this is something you wouldn’t normally go for…just do it, and you’ll be ever glad you did!
    Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
    Written August 14, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2021
    Traveled solo
    Written August 13, 2021
  • Eilidh D
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom5 contributions
    If you fancy a Thai massage, make this your first stop
    After months of lockdown and severe lack of exercise I felt like my whole body had contorted into a wound up, stressed knot. Decided last minute on a childfree day to see if I could get a Thai massage and came across Ruan Mai as a lot of the others I’m familiar with appeared to still be closed. Checked it out on here and decided to walk up to see if I could get an appointment which luckily I did. Receptionist was so pleasant and friendly which helps for anyone who might be feeling nervous. Opted for the 1 hour hot oil massage but requested some stretching too and went for deep pressure. Within 5 minutes of what felt like being kneeled on by the masseuse Soso, I felt an instantaneous unwinding of my body. I wish that I’d gone for the extra half hour because I did not want the massage to stop! I felt my muscles were really getting stretched and worked upon. I’m so glad I stumbled upon this place as I’m now going to be making a concerted effort to go at least once a month due to the huge benefit I felt from today. Thank you so much Soso.
    Thank you very much, we are glad you enjoyed your experience at Ruan Mai. Hopefully we will see you again soon
    Written August 23, 2020
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
    Visited August 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written August 22, 2020
  • mairig7
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom6 contributions
    Fantastic hidden gem - wouldn’t go anywhere else!
    This is my fourth or fifth time here and it’s truly a hidden gem! I have tried different therapists each time for the deep tissue massage with oil and would highly recommend each and every one of them. It’s hard to pick a favourite! But it means I’m always happy to book even at the last minute because it doesn’t matter to me who’s available, it’s always going to be good. Some have their own little additions like a bit of mobility at the end which I really enjoy too, and it’s made me tempted to try the traditional Thai massage for the ‘lazy man’s yoga’ stretching sessions. I have paid double the price for massages at places like Stobo castle or on holiday abroad and now I’m always disappointed because they never live up to the ones I’ve had at this place! I just save my money to come here instead. I like a deep pressure which is hard to find, but here they have interesting techniques which I find really effective for my needs (in particular my extremely tight shoulders and neck from years of working in office desk jobs and carrying heavy files). Convenient location in the town centre and very competitive prices compared to other places. Dawn on reception is lovely and helpful with bookings. Very satisfied customer! Thank you :)
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written August 10, 2023
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mairig7
Edinburgh, UK6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
This is my fourth or fifth time here and it’s truly a hidden gem! I have tried different therapists each time for the deep tissue massage with oil and would highly recommend each and every one of them. It’s hard to pick a favourite! But it means I’m always happy to book even at the last minute because it doesn’t matter to me who’s available, it’s always going to be good. Some have their own little additions like a bit of mobility at the end which I really enjoy too, and it’s made me tempted to try the traditional Thai massage for the ‘lazy man’s yoga’ stretching sessions. I have paid double the price for massages at places like Stobo castle or on holiday abroad and now I’m always disappointed because they never live up to the ones I’ve had at this place! I just save my money to come here instead. I like a deep pressure which is hard to find, but here they have interesting techniques which I find really effective for my needs (in particular my extremely tight shoulders and neck from years of working in office desk jobs and carrying heavy files). Convenient location in the town centre and very competitive prices compared to other places. Dawn on reception is lovely and helpful with bookings. Very satisfied customer! Thank you :)
Written August 10, 2023
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Martyna P
United Kingdom2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
What an experience! Thank you Soso, so much for making my first Thai massage such an amazing experience. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted with smile and positive atmosphere. I had no idea 1 hour can pass so quick! Next time at least 90 minutes!
Written August 6, 2023
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Alannah M
5 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
Massage here was great and not extremely expensive. Called same day and was able to get in within a couple of hours . Overall great experience would go back. I had an hour regular massage not Thai
Written July 25, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written July 29, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Chrisw8601
Edinburgh, UK41 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
This was my first Thai massage and it was unreal! I had some tightness in my upper back from sitting at work and this therapy helped relieve all of that! Will definitely be back!
Written July 1, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written July 3, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Kris M
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Solo
The massage was great, felt like being back in Thailand. Better than the two other Thai massage places I’ve been.
Written June 24, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written July 3, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Global769069
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Went for Thai massages with my 2 daughters. All three loved the experience. My foot massage was a full hour reflexology. My daughters had the Thai and said the ladies were amazing. Hit all the spots they needed. Place my clean and service was excellent .
Written June 7, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written June 10, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Tomas Ignacio
Madrid, Spain2 contributions
May 2023
Regrettable. My wife waited for me while my treatment lasted and they threw her out on the street. Shameful. Also, the massage was bad, one of the worst.
Written June 1, 2023
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Safari228044
Dominican Republic2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
I came a year ago and thought it was a great place, I went yesterday and I believe this may be the best massage in my 54 years.
Written April 24, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written April 25, 2023
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Celia Teran Teja
Edinburgh, UK3 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
I got an excellent massage by Beem, she didn’t miss a spot. Highly recommend and very relaxing. Will come back for sure💗💗
Written April 20, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written April 23, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Bruce R
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Solo
I started going to Ruan Mai last year when I ruptured my rotator cuff and wasn't able to lift my arm. The doctor recommended massage and I started with just short sessions on neck and shoulders. I stuck with the same therapist, Beem, as that way she knew what I could cope with and what would be too much. I went every two weeks gradually increasing the time. After a couple of months I was pretty much cured and now go once a month to prevent a recurrence of the problem. It could not recommend Ruan Mai (especially Beem) more.
Written April 11, 2023
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Thank you very much for your 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you back at Ruan Mai Thai Massage Therapy soon.
Written April 13, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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