The Christopher Spa

Marlon is great. I started going to him right before I moved to Seattle, and whenever I’m back in the area, I make a point to schedule an appointment. Treat yourself to a relaxing massage — you deserve it.

the place looks very modest from the outside but inside the rooms are really beautiful and tranquil, very relaxing. great massage.

I absolutely LOVE this place. I have been going to Marlon for massage therapy almost every week since Fall 2014. I was going through an extremely stressful time in nursing school and he was one of the answer to my prayers. I can’t go anywhere else to get a massage because I will always compare it to Marlon. He has like miracle hands! I am always so refreshed and relaxed afterwards. I often fall asleep during the massage because of how relaxed I am. He knows how to apply the perfect amount of pressure. I have had massages from other places throughout my life, but he is THE BEST. Some massage therapists apply either too much pressure to the point that it hurts, or not enough, and it isn’t effective. He knows how to knead out those really tight knots, but without hurting me. I am constantly tense and stressed out about so many things and I look forward to every single time I have an appointment with him. I also got into a car accident recently, and the massage therapy has helped tremendously with the pain. Not only is Marlon a skilled massage therapist, he is also very kind, caring and professional. The best massage therapist I have ever had. I am so happy I started coming here!

I bought a 60 minute massage through a groupon for me and my husband. I had Marlon and he had Ellen. Let me tell you these two individuals are amazing. First off they make you feel comfortable and this was our first time in history getting and «outside» massage. I usually do him at home haha. But Marlon hands were on point and Ellen is great at what she does as well from what my husband said. She has such a calm relaxing voice as well! Please go to them if you want to feel relaxed! This place is legit! Trust! It takes a lot for me to give a business 5***** just saying. I will return!

**STAY AWAY! They charge Bethesda prices but provide PG County services. Sub par massage services, very shady location, and very rude and pretentious customer service. Stay away from this place, their business and billing practices are worse than the customer service. Tried to schedule an appointment using a groupon and the owner literally called me a «cheapskate» and stated they didn’t need business from «people like me». I leave it to your imagination what he meant by «people like me». I forwarded the very offensive and borderline harassing emails to Groupon who immediately refunded my money after reading the offensive verbiage in the email exchange with the vendor.
There are plenty of massage places that charge lower rates, provide way better service, honor groupon deals, and aren’t in a shady complexes. Allow me to provide a few:
1-​Massage Springs– 11 630 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20 852
2– Bliss Reflexology– 1331 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20 852
3– Sanam Day Spa– 932 Hungerford Dr, Rockville, MD 20 850
4– Annies Beauty Spa– 622 Hungerford Dr, Rockville, MD 20 850
All these locations offer licensed massage therapists at reasonable rates, not the inflated rates this crappy business offers.

Finally! A nice spa with good massage therapists is in Jackson Place! The spa is so relaxing and peaceful. The massage therapy rooms are very nice and comfortable. The massage table was one of the most comfortable I have ever been on. I received a massage from Ellen, who was obviously both very experienced and knowledgeable about massage, not just massage for relaxation, but also more therapeutic massage to treat a variety of health problems or pain. Both Marlon and Ellen, the massage therapists practicing there, are friendly and welcoming, experienced, courteous, and have a genuine love for what they do. Of any of the many massage therapy places in the immediate area, this is by far the best one to go to. I highly recommend it. The prices are very reasonable as well!

I had a living social deal for $ 25 off of the 90 minute hot stone massage. Ellen did an amazing job that left me feeling so relaxed. I have problems with my neck and shoulders and really appreciated that she listened and focused on my problem areas. I was pleased at how very nice and relaxing the space is and how pleasant the staff was overall. They pay great attention to making sure you remain relaxed after the session such as encouraging me to take my time, keeping the lights dim in the lounge area so that bright lights aren’t a shock after leaving the session room. I definitely plan to return!

I had my first massage with Ellen a few months ago and I must say I’ve never been so relaxed in my life. Her fingers are magical, the atmosphere is very welcoming and cozy. Definitely out of the way for a girl who’s always in bethesda, but I don’t want to run into anyone before I get rubbed down.
I have a torn rotator cuff and in constant pain. Ellen seemed to pinpoint a location on my shoulder and work that spot out so it no longer hurts as bad as it used to.
I can’t wait for my visit on ¹⁰⁄₃₁. I need to relax a little.