Safe Sun Spa

Bare bones but excellent foot massage — $ 25 for 30 minutes. Better then the majority of reflexology and foot massages I have had at spas in my lifetime. The noise was not what everyone else had written — The only distraction coming from a carmudgeon of a man-​guest that was getting a massage a table away from me. The woman switched doing my feet mid massage w the man as the man requested a female. Both were great. The curtains and ceiling were not as drab as I had anticipated knowing this was not a luxury spa. It also seems clean to me.

I’m usually a DIY type of man so I couldn’t justify out sourcing getting my timber tugged. That’s before I met Safe Sun Spa’s vice grip Vikki. This girl had me singin Disney songs while she gave me the five knuckle shuffle. 5 Stars.

Lilly is the best: I was pretty tired after a long trip and needed a back massage. She really worked on every knot in my back muscles and even brought hot stones to ease the muscles. I have been going to massage places for years now and she is one of the very few who knows her stuff and works hard for the right result. Highly recommended

This place is about as far as it gets from a Spa, but you can call it whatever you want– it’s amazing. The facility is basically a tiny dark basement. Three tables are about two feet from each other and separated by a thin sheet. So not much privacy at all, but the sheets and towels are always clean. The prices are great– $ 45 for an hour long massage, $ 55 for 75 minutes– it even includes hot stones.
I would not recommend this place to someone looking for a relaxing, Zen massage experience. However, if you’re like me and have legit muscle stress and pain (I blame the 6 train!) then this is the place to go. They truly have an understanding of the body’s musculature and pressure points. I never have to tell them where my problem areas are– they immediately pick up on it and focus on these areas. Be prepared for them to use elbows and even climb on the table to work on these areas– it can border on painful at time but it honestly fixes the problem. The masseuses tend to use very hard pressure unless otherwise directed, so be sure to speak up ahead of time if you’re sensitive.
As an odd heads up– the masseuses will answer the phone during your massage and often will put the phone down on top of you or between your legs after the call… makes for a semi (very) awkward moment when the phone rings the next time. This actually happens almost every time I go but trust me, the massage makes it worth it.
I’ve been going here religiously for the past 3 years and definitely recommend it to anyone with back or neck issues. Great massage, great price. I think I actually just talked myself into going there now!

So forgive me for this is was only my second massage in life, but it was excellent. I’m fairly small and doesn’t take much strength to knead me but this masseuse did a wonderful job covering all areas. Their english is a bit limited so good luck if you’re trying to convey specifics. I did an hour massage for $ 45, they have other time limits ranging from 30min-​120min. The room is separated by curtains and a bit on the dark and shabby side. However, if you can get pass the room and undressing, you’re in for a ride.
She did ‘asian massage’, hot stones, deep tissue, everything. She covered back very well, worked every kink out, buttocks, legs, ankles, feet, lower back, full back, arms, forearms, wrists, fingers, palm, shoulders, scalp, forehead, chest, almost everything! I didn’t even have to tell her that my neck was hurting the day before, she noticed the stiffness and made sure to focus on that area. There were a few times I had to tell her too much pressure, but that’s simply because I’m tiny and can barely take the pressure (wimp lol).
I gave a pretty good tip and they take card and charge tax. I highly recommend Niki here and will be going back to her in the future. :) Happy massaging!

Gave me one of the hardest massages I’ve received.
But prob was on phone for 20% of the time, not to mention all the interruptions to go get phone and other equipment not in room… THEN had the nerve to hold a bigger tip hostage ($ 10) than I was willing to give on the $ 45 base fee. Ultimately, I consider this $ 55 CASH for 45 minutes… which is still a bargain. But when there are so many competitors in the neighborhood, I’m out.
(Been to many of these places, over 10, around NYC)

Lily is very strong and also caring. She gave me a great massage today.

I like that it was a low price. However, she answered her phone while massaging me and talked for about 7 minutes. She told me she was sorry and that was her green card lawyer which I understand but then she hassled me when I didn’t want to leave a big tip!

Love this place! Can’t beat $ 45 for a 1 hour massage! They aren’t too hard or too soft, just right! I’ve been here about 3 – 4 times, and plan to keep coming back. So glad I found this place. The tables are only separated by thick curtains, but if that kind of thing doesn’t bother you, by all means give it a shot. The employees are very friendly and this place seems super clean. Just writing this review makes me want a massage. Maybe I’ll stop by tonight in lieu of happy hour…

I have mixed feelings abt this place. I understand Mandarin and have repeatedly heard the some of the workers snicker abt the customers. one time I asked for an 30 min massage and one of the masseuse said in spite «there’s another customer who wants an hr massage. Tell her to get out!»
Of course, if you don’t understand mandarin, ignorance is bliss.
With that said, you will get a very good massage here for a great price

You have to take this place for what it is. It’s an inexpensive, small, plain massage place. It’s not a spa. If you are looking for a nice light massage then you should go to a fancy expensive place. This is where you go when you want to feel better. They know how to be strong and that’s all I need. I would even pay more for how good they are, but don’t expect a spa experience.

I love the massage over here! It is amazing!
I feel like a new person after massage there!

Amazingly cheap, fantastic massages. Don’t go here if you’re uptight. I started going here because I couldn’t afford the chiropractor and my back was killing me. I now go all the time!

Tina is fantastic! My entire family goes to safe sun spa. She really helped alleviate my back and neck pain. I has a massage the day before I went to her this week and there isn’t a comparison. The ambience isn’t the best but the results and effort are well worth sacrificing. I highly recommend this place. I am giving up on groupon massages as you never know what you’re going to get. At least here you know you’ll walk out feeling like you had a real massage!

this place is amazing! Lily does an amazing job and she is the best. She can be a bit too strong but just ask her to make the pressure not too strong and she’ll follow. real gem! And the best part of it, it’s so close to where I live!

Tiny, shabby looking place but seriously the BEST deal you will get in NYC. The therapists are all Chinese (I always ask for the guy who is legit pro at finding the sore spots/​pressure points and just always manages to deliver a massage with the perfect combination of soreness and release; «no pain no gain» in a good, pleasurable way that leaves you deeply satisfied). Not only are the massages the best I’ve had in the city, they are also the cheapest. $ 45 for an hour– that is like half of the standard in NYC many of which are not even half as good. Definitely a neighborhood gem for those looking for a proper deep-​tissue massage! PS. If you are looking for luxurious spa-​like places this will not be the right place to go.

Excellent place for cheap, good massages. Like the others said, it is modest; curtains divide the rooms and you’ll hear the soft chit-​chat of the ladies that work here.
I got a pretty hard massage — which I wanted and needed but certainly felt it the next day.
Really lovely ladies that know their stuff — I’m now a regular!

I love this place!!! Ive been going here for the past two years after i happened to stumble into this little treasure one day. The ladies are super accommodating and don’t make you feel uncomfortable. The massages are spectacular! I always get a deep tissue massage with hot stones for 1.5−2 hours (ranging from $ 70-​$ 90, what a deal!!).
There are NOT individual rooms, but one room divided with curtains. I assume this bothers some people (not me!!) but they always keep the curtains shut for privacy!

So, once you accept it for what it is (kinda sketchy, questionably-​sanitary Chinese «bodywork» place), it’s freaking amazing. I told her to massage me with as much strength as she could, and that she did. In fact, I laid there and wondered how this little Chinese lady doesn’t have arthritis. She hurt me only once… but I did say «as strong as you can please»… aka I asked for it. I can’t complain.
Also, $ 55 for 75 min??? Please, it’s not even a question whether you should go.

Seriously… $ 45 for an HOUR massage??? It’s STEAL! Thanks Janet S. for the tip (and Unilocal for leading me to it)!
It’s pretty spartan — no locker rooms or robes. They led me into the main room (which has 3 massage beds with curtains separating the beds), and there were convenient wall hooks to put all of your discarded clothing. It was a bit weird being nakey in an area separated just by a curtain, but since the place is run by a super friendly Asian woman, I didn’t feel too uncomfortable. She checked to see how I like the pressure (medium or strong), and the masseuse came in pretty much right when I had settled in under the giant towel.
I just walked in off the street at around 12:30PM on a Friday, and I was the only client there. They had soothing Asian inspired music (think lots of string instruments), but all throughout the massage I just kept hearing one of the other masseuse people walking around and using the bathroom. Just a smidge distracting. But oh WOW, the massage was seriously the BEST massage I’ve EVER had. Seriously! She climbed on top of the table at one point to hit my super knotted spots, and she got them! It was… awesome. I passed out at one point, and woke up completely disoriented but oh so relaxed.
I’ve been telling everyone and their mother about this place since my visit yesterday. Seriously, they are the MOST cost effective massage place I’ve ever been to, and I didn’t miss all of the «spa» extras. They were efficient, to the point, and just… awesome. I am hitting this place up every time I’m in the city now!
And yes, they do house calls — for only $ 60 for an HOUR! INSANE!
Accepts VISA and Mastercard. Fabulous. Fo’shiz.