Darlington Asian Massage Shop

Very poor technique. Avoid at all costs. They try and increase prices when they put oil on you and after they’ve taken the agreed money.Firstly I arrived and the lady asked for the £45. I paid with no issue and then she asked me to undress and get on the bed. Lady took my money away and came back. Once ready on the bed she was on the phone and put some oil on my back and said it’s £50, not £45. I said my wife booked it and was quoted £45. She said the receptionist said to my wife it’s £50. I said my wife was told £45 also their website states £45. She said no problem, there must have been some miscommunication and started the massage. What a great start.The massage was very poor, I’ve had many massages and this was by far the worst I’ve ever had. There was no technique and I’ve never had a massage where the therapist puts tissue on you and massages? Also she just kept pushing me towards the end, as if that was some sort of relieving massage. Very strange.I specified I had issues with the knots in my shoulders twice. I’ve never had a massage where they didn’t feel the knots or massage them at all. Apparently “I have strong fat and should look to get a massage from a man and to Google them next time and go there”. Very strange advice if you’re in a business where you’re trying to acquire/attract paying customers.I was polite and courteous. Didn’t complain although I was miffed from the initial interaction where they jacked up the price and made out like I was some sort of cheapskate, even though the lady asked for £45 initially. What’s the point in trying to reason with someone who feels justified to increase the price willy nilly and advises to go elsewhere in the future when you haven’t even been discourteous.I left there without any feeling of relief in my back. I ended up going to Sawasdee in Darlington town straight after. I’ve been there before and the massage was polar opposite from what I experienced here. I left Sawasdee feeling like I had a really good massage and all the relief was gone. I understand you commented all therapists are fully trained. Send the therapist I had to Sawasdee for some training. What made me laugh; in Sawasdee, the lady said I had a lot of tension in my back and asked when my last massage was. I stated 30 minutes before I arrived there. Her face said it all.I’ve had many massages in my life and this by far was the worst experience I’ve ever received. Reminiscing other experiences, there is a consultation where they ask if there’s any issues, what you’re wanting to be remedied. This place they plonk you on bed, wait until you’re in your underwear, pop oil on you then try jack up the price. Con artists!So when I arrived at 09:30, the lady started massaging me after 15 mins (after being on the phone with the receptionist) and at 10:27 said the massage is over as it’s been 1 hour lol. I paid her to talk on the phone to try and con me out of more money. Absolute joke and waste of £45 (as stated on your website).Reading other reviews I understand you will feel aggrieved at receiving 1 star. Yes, 1 star is correct although if 0 star was a possibility, that’s what I would have rated this experience. I have no intention of seeking remedy or any discussions. You keep the £45, seems like you’re hard up as you try and jack up the price when someone is in their underwear.Avoid these con artists.

Was not the best I have had should of got Emily but got Anna

A lovely massage, has helped my back and neck pain

Fitted me in as they were closing. £30 for a half-hour massage. Never had Chinese massage before found it to be not as hard/firm as others I had even though I asked. Mee" think that was her name. Very friendly and chatty."

Been here many time lately as I suffer back pain caused by facet joint. Explained this on first visit. Extra time is given to this part of my back and i always feel the benefit of each visit.

Thank you for my arm massage it feels much better it was nice to chat with you

Had 2 massages from Anna...she was excellent and professional. I will be returning again.

This place is brilliant, highly recommended Chinese massage!

Great deep tissue massage sorted out my shoulder aches and knots. Lovely staff, will definitely visit again.

Staff very accommodating with short notice appointment. Follow up text with address, off street free parking. Nice enough place/decor, masks and hand sanitister on entry. I opted for 30 minute head, shoulder, back massage. Lady was very professional and thorough with my massage, I feel the benefit from my visit. I will be returning in a few days to try deep tissue massage. I would recommend. Thank you