Serene Thai Massage

O boy. Serene is upstairs in a basic shopping strip that I would of never of guessed to have like the best massages in the planet. I had one today and I’m so stoned from it just ignore my poor grammar and bad typing skills. I had no idea that they walked on your back or that my therapist IRENE could do things like that with her toes. I had a horrible fall from a fainting disorder I have and they totally helped me. I could almost not relax because I was thinking how good the massage wasesp for the price. Love!

Massage was good in the beginning but they switch the lady who I started with. I would have added 2 more stars if they didn’t switch. My massage ended up being hard.

I got the best massage of my life here today. I’ve been here a few times before, but today was the icing on the cake. Sarah gave me an authentic Thai massage & bent me around in ways I didn’t even know a body could bend.
I asked her to only focus on my back & she did just that, plus some. She walked on my back, stretched me & just plain ok rubbed out the kinks. My back feels so much more open & I will definitely be coming back for Sarah.

Stopped by this place after dinning in near by restaurant. Got foot massage of $ 25 for 50min. I must say, this is the first time since I moved to LA 2 years ago to experience a real Thai foot massage together with neck and shoulder massage while your feet are being soaked in the water. It’s more of a deep tissue massage, and back cracking with special movements but that was exactly what I needed! The section for foot massage is pretty small so it doesn’t give away that it is some high end massage place but the quality certainly is! Definitely going back.

Afraid I have to update the review. I really dislike it when businesses say they’ll be open until a certain hour then close significantly early. If it’s not lucrative to stay open until 10, then change your closing time to 9. It’s irritating to call a business, be told they are open and then once you arrive-​45 before technical closing-​be told they’re closed early. Waste of customers’ time.

When I moved down to LA, I was in need of finding a new massage spot. My boyfriend and his whole family are loyal customers to this joint, and a lot of others I spoke to recommended me this place. Parking isn’t that great here. It’s located in a two-​story plaza, and the parking lot is really tight. They have valet, depending on the time and day. If you can’t find parking, there’s always street parking which should be easy in LA (ha-​ha).
Right when you go inside, it’s the front desk as well as the area where people get foot massages. I always wait maybe around 5 minutes to get started, but I never come without an appointment so make sure you make an appointment before coming as it can get busy. You take your shoes off in the front, then walk down the hall to the multiple separate rooms. The rooms don’t have doors, only curtains which I actually prefer. I went to a massage place with doors and for some reason that made me feel a bit uncomfortable. Once you go inside, you take off all your clothes except your underwear, and lay on the bed with the white sheet over you. The masseuse comes in and gets started.
Now in the beginning, I didn’t mind this place and thought it was ok. But every time I came here afterwards, they consistently became worse each time I went! Towards the end of my visits here, it honestly felt like they replaced all of their employees with brand new staff who knew NOTHING about what they were doing. I am very familiar with the structure of how the massages go, so I know when you’re doing something different. And let me tell you… that something was not good. After many complaints, my boyfriend FINALLY saw what I was talking about and said «I feel like they all got new workers recently.» RECENTLY?! No! It’s been like this the past 4 – 5 times we went there. I’m just highly sensitive to any changes. Anyway I finally got him to stop bringing me here (he can come here if he wants, but I already got myself a new place which I LOVE) and don’t see myself coming back here ever again. Bye Felicia~

This review is only based on foot massage. Price is great $ 25 for 50 min foot massage. They make you pay before the massage starts, which is weird since you usually pay after. And, if you want to include tip in the card, you need to write tip before the massage. It started with a neck and shoulder massage. Which were great, it was the right pressure, and it did get some knots out. However, after that, the foot massage was just ok. IT didn’t do much, I could feel that the masseuse was not very enthusiastic about it since she didn’t put much pressure or effort into it. I think I might have even dosed off during her «massage» (more like applying pressure). So overall, started great, but then, not really worth the $ 25

This place is A-​OK. I’ve been here a few times for their massages, the best deal is the $ 25 for 50 minute foot massage. They do work on other body parts though, you sit in the chair, they start with your feet and work their way up to your shoulders and neck. This deal is pretty good and I definitely think it’s worth it.
I recently tried the $ 40 for 60 minute whole body massage and it wasn’t that great. I mean it was good but I’ve had better massages for the same price. I’d rather save a few bucks and shave off 10 minutes for the other massage, it’s better value.
This place is in the same strip plaza as the pizza hut, el pollo loco, heu bar, etc. There’s valet parking for $ 2 or some street parking as well. If you go in the evening you can hear the loud thumping music from Heu which isn’t exactly relaxing.

ASK FOR TIFFANY. Her hands are made of magic let me tell you. If you are looking for a relaxing massage where they rub a bunch of oils on you… this is not the place for you. If you are looking for a deep tissue massage (that may possibly leave you very sore the next day but in a good way) then this is the place to go. The place itself is clean and the staff is super friendly. Beside it being next door to a bar, this is my go to place for a massage in LA. Also, $ 40 for 1 hour is a steal!

I like it, me n Lala did the foot message, it was really good, I’m always a big baby, but they were good, I would have liked it they had sum stuff to put n the water wen the soak ur feet, outside that it was bomb, I was hurting n places I didn’t even know could hurt. Lol, n a good way, I would actually come back. They were great, n I know my body needed it.,
Imma try body one next time.

I’ve been going here for years, and my past experiences are the only reason they are not getting a 1. If I based my rating on this last trip I’d give them a 0 if I could.
Issues before the massage: I always call before making an appointment, and I know they are a Thai place but you can ask for a Swedish, they are usually much more gentle, and yet still stretch you like a Thai. I used to love it.
Yesterday I called and did my normal, make an appointment ask for a Swedish, come in for my appointment. They have you pay ahead of time and it’s cash only, and the women says $ 50. I looked shocked because the sign in front of me says «Full Body Massage $ 40» so I point and say «no it should be $ 40» so the two girls at the desk call over another women and the third women tells me «Swedish is $ 10 more» and I said «since when? I come here all the time and it’s always been $ 40» they talk amongst themselves and then accept.
I got put in the first room, and it’s actually the only room I’ve never been in. The area for your face didn’t have a pillow all the way around, and my chin had to rest upon the wood of the table the whole time.
Issues with the actual massage: This was the most painful massage I’ve ever had. I had to tell the massage therapist not once, not twice, but 6times to go lighter on the pressure and she would for a few minutes then go back full force. I also kept saying «ow ow ow ow» and she would lighten up then do the movement again crushing my muscles. As a disclaimer I’ve had deep tissue and it hurts but it hurts so good, I actually felt like she was crushing my pressure points and I would be bruised in the morning. Spoiler alert. I am. I’m actually so bruised, and in pain the next day it’s really hard to do much of anything. My boyfriend tried putting his arm around my shoulders and it hurts. Back to the massage. They are next to Hue bar, and in my memory it’s never been a problem, but yesterday I could hear the loud music and people yelling the whole time. When the massage therapist left to get the warm towel, she was gone for over 5 minutes. I actually sat up and looked around. I decided to lay back down and just wait. It was very awkward and such a long wait.
But wait, that’s not all!
Issues after the massage: it was all done and the women leaves so I can change, I’m standing changing, completely nude because I just took off the boxers they provide and ANOTHER massage therapist opens my curtain to come in seeing me fully in the nude!!! I was mortified! No sorry she just closed the curtain! What the heck? There are signs everywhere telling you what is acceptable to tip with dollar amounts and sad or smiley faces depending on if it’s a good tip or not. Super cheesy.
Overall, There was absolutely nothing relaxing about this, and it’s such a shame because of this awful experience I will stop coming here. I live around the block so it’s walking distance and I’ve literally been coming here for 4 years. I’ve been sore in the past after getting the knots out of my shoulders, but I’m in so much pain right now I never want to risk it again!

I can’t understand the bad reviews about this place!
Just gonna talk about my experience. Called at 10am to ask about prices and to make an appt for a full body massage as soon as possible, and I got scheduled for 11am. Getting in there was pretty easy, they have a parking loft you can use but if there’s no space, street parking it’s also easy.
Everybody was very friendly at the front desk! Got a girl assigned and she guide me to the little room. The place is very clean, smells good and it seems very peaceful for me.
Before to start she asked me if she could walk over me and I accept. I’m just a 5’3 girl, 115lbs, and the massager was maybe shorter than me, but he’ll yeah if this girl is strong! She got every single stiff muscle of my body! Very detailed! The walking thing was amazing! Real deep pressure. Made my back crack many times that I felt like I was being exorcized! By the end felt like she pulled apart every piece of my body and put it back together new muscles! Felt renewed!
I gotta say that if you aren’t into deep pressure this isn’t for you! It’s a very hardcore massage. Not for everybody but definitely for me!!!
I do recommend this place a 100%, $ 40 bucks it’s very good price for what you get.

The worst massage I’ve ever had.
My husband and I went to get a foot massage and almost the whole time we were getting a massage, our masseuse kept talking to each other and giggling.
Not the most relaxing experience.
Not going back!

Great place. Great prices. Great massage. Being a highly acclaimed massage therapist (13 years) living and working in the area myself, I often get massages via «trades» with other therapists I know. Tiffany has always given me a really great massage, however, when I finally do make it in and I always recommend her to my acquaintances who would rather have a female therapist. She is a highly skilled professional with great energy. Since the prices are so low, and I really do love massage, I usually get a 2 hour full body massage. Ahhhhh, yes! :) This allows time to both get into my issue-​areas and time to get relaxed, (and no one for me to «owe» a massage to later!).
Thanks Tiffany and Thanks Serene, and looking forward to returning soon!

I’ve been to so many inexpensive massage parlors, and I know what you should get for your money. I’ve been to places that charged less for a foot massage, for 10 mins longer, and better service. It’s too noisy and too bright, you also aren’t laying down like every other place I’ve been too. They also tell you how much you should tip, which is a HUGE no. I expect the full body is better, but there’s a place down the street that’s cheaper and overall better in every way.
BOTTOM LINE: if you want a GOOD and inexpensive foot massage, go anywhere else.

Very great massage. I paid $ 25 for the foot massage and got a back, shoulder, neck, and arm massage while my feet were soaking in warm water. It was my first massage that I have ever got done in a store, so I can’t really say I have all the experience on what’s considered a great massage.
The employees speak okay english; well enough for the job to get done.
I brought $ 30 with me and only had $ 5 left so that was my tip. I felt like she deserved a good $ 10-​$ 15 tip.
If you come during the night time the open parking is a little scarce.
I’m coming back for the full body massage which is $ 40. A friend said that it was really good, so I’ll be trying that.

I have never had a problem getting a reservation here or being taken right away as a walk-​in. They do an OK foot massage but there are better values in the area. Truth be told, go to the Chinese or Koreans. I am surprised Thais even touch feet given the cultural stigma against them. The real deal here is the 60 min full body massage for $ 40. Thoroughly authentic Thai– they walk on your back with your permission and you get all-​encompassing reflexology stretching for the last 5 minutes. To me, there is nothing quite like strong toes kneading your knots. My favorite therapist is Paris though I don’t think I’ve had a bad massage from anyone here. I definitely recommend Serene if in Ktown.
Park in the front or back lot. Free parking on Wilshire after 8pm I believe. No problem finding a spot, especially on the other side of the street.

$ 25 for a 50 minute «foot massage.» The usual foot soak + full body massage in a communal room. They have 5ish chairs in the main room and then private rooms for the real body massages but I have only ever gotten the foot massage here. This is definitely my go to spot and I find myself here almost weekly… They always accommodate my special requests (not touching my face, going around the bruises on my leg…, etc.) which I really appreciate because not every place does. If you can’t lift up your pants high enough to soak your feet in the bucket, they will even lend you pants to change into.
I’ve been to a lot of massage places around the area but Serene is my favorite. Highly recommend this place for a Thai massage!

This is one of my favorite places to go to in ktwn for a massage. Over the past 2 years, I have been going here and have noticed that they have become VERY busy and their business is doing very well. It’s very hard to even get a reservation here vs. before, when my friends and i would just walk-​in with no problem.
Everyone here is really good at giving full body and foot massages. Sometimes, I want to ask for 2 foot massage sessions vs. their usually 50 minutes because I do not want it to end!
One thing I do not like about this place is if you do get a full body massage in the back individual rooms, you can hear music playing from the bar next door. To me, it’s not very relaxing and defeats the whole «calming» experience. For that reason, I get foot massages more often and a full body massage every couple of months.
This place is cash only so go and hit up the ATM before stopping by. Their parking lot is super small and the spots suck. Street parking is not too bad so I usually opt for that.

I visited during a weekday in the evening past 7:30 PM. It was empty and quiet when we arrived. Their services are from $ 25 for 50 minutes of foot massage to $ 40 per hour for a body massage. The foot massage was relaxing as they worked on the knots in the shoulders first. The service and skills weren’t extraordinary, but decent since I did go there to simply get relaxed not to remove all my knots. Parking can be scarce in the two parking lots, because of the restaurants in the plaza. Look out for street parking which opens up quicker than expected.
I give four stars, because I think I would visit again if I’m in the area.