Colombo massage parlours (spas)

[QUOTE=WillieWonker;2182695]After reading mixed reviews, but nearly unanimous comments about attractive saree-clad girls at Orchid near Lalson, I decided to give them a try. First of all as noted by Randy69:

Just walk down the little side street beside Lalson's until you come to Marine Drive and you'll see it on the left. I first made the mistake of going upstairs above Lalson's where I found a small Chinese spa. I said I was looking for Orchid and they insisted that, yes, they are Orchid. When it was clear I didn't believe them they admitted they are not Orchid, but I can get a good massage there.

Walking on down the side street toward Marine Drive I finally came to the real Orchid, which was obvious once I entered. As others have mentioned, there is a wide variety of providers (it would be generous or disrespectful to call them girls considering the age of some) of all ages and sizes. I spotted one petite, young one with a very nice smile and was ready to go. Then came the menu. Everything was priced in dollars, and the receptionist told me their basic body massage is $45 (or 6,500 if I wanted to pay rs.) I told her my friends said it is possible to get basic massage for rs. 1,500; she acted indignant and I left in search of a more honest deal. Is this a typical "foreigner" premium at Orchid or did they just think I looked rich, naive and horny? (I am neither of the first two, but on the last one I will plead guilty.) On the up side I found an acceptable alternative within walking distance. Report to follow.[/QUOTE]Dual pricing is a disgraceful practice adopted by most Sri Lankan spas, not all.

[QUOTE=CofeeMan;2182789]Being a customer of many years of this place, they have pricing structure in place for foreigners. You might have talked in English after seeing the beautiful girls to show off which eventually led to price hike. Never boast yourself infront of the pimps or girls.[/QUOTE]I might have talked in English, not to show off, but because that is the only language I speak. And I'm pretty sure they could tell from my appearance that I was a foreigner even if I kept my mouth shut.

[QUOTE=WillieWonker;2182897]I might have talked in English, not to show off, but because that is the only language I speak. And I'm pretty sure they could tell from my appearance that I was a foreigner even if I kept my mouth shut.[/QUOTE]It's their usual price for any foreinger. Old teaboy might able to guide you to MPs which offer same price as locals.

[QUOTE=Ravi89;2182465]I tried this place last year, not good as old days. There was a famous girl named Shaani worked there, now she moved to a place in Marine drive. Difficult to get hold of her, she comes there very rarely. OTB might know whether they moved to new place.[/QUOTE]You mean that shaani who is very fat nowadays. If you are referring to her, she's working on a place near duplication road near mahanama collage.

The spa is closed down and won't be opening soon.

Had visited the place before it was closing and the same was confirmed by the girl.

[QUOTE=Mongoosa;2182402]Called them today and was told that the spa is closed.[/QUOTE]

If you want a detailed Massage with a detailed HJ cheaply, there is a discrete place in the road joining Handala road and the Lyceum Road in Wattala (right by the big canal). I have been there thrice. Three different girls, all provided the same. Quite dodgy. But manageable.

Parking: Well hidden.

Entrance: 1200.

Selection: 7/10.

HJ: 500-1000.

Cleanliness 6/10.

[QUOTE=WillieWonker;2182695]After reading mixed reviews, but nearly unanimous comments about attractive saree-clad girls at Orchid near Lalson, I decided to give them a try. First of all as noted by Randy69:

Just walk down the little side street beside Lalson's until you come to Marine Drive and you'll see it on the left. I first made the mistake of going upstairs above Lalson's where I found a small Chinese spa. I said I was looking for Orchid and they insisted that, yes, they are Orchid. When it was clear I didn't believe them they admitted they are not Orchid, but I can get a good massage there.

Walking on down the side street toward Marine Drive I finally came to the real Orchid, which was obvious once I entered. As others have mentioned, there is a wide variety of providers (it would be generous or disrespectful to call them girls considering the age of some) of all ages and sizes. I spotted one petite, young one with a very nice smile and was ready to go. Then came the menu. Everything was priced in dollars, and the receptionist told me their basic body massage is $45 (or 6,500 if I wanted to pay rs.) I told her my friends said it is possible to get basic massage for rs. 1,500; she acted indignant and I left in search of a more honest deal. Is this a typical "foreigner" premium at Orchid or did they just think I looked rich, naive and horny? (I am neither of the first two, but on the last one I will plead guilty.) On the up side I found an acceptable alternative within walking distance. Report to follow.[/QUOTE]The upstairs place you mentioned is the old Lavanya I guess right in front of the famous night food joint in Kolpetty. Not pila. I also saw a Chinese sort of a lantern and wondered what was going on. I knew a girl who would give me a really great service there, but the management used to constantly change. Are there non Sri Lankan girls giving services? What was the line up like?

[QUOTE=TheOldTeaboy;2182825]Dual pricing is a disgraceful practice adopted by most Sri Lankan spas, not all.[/QUOTE]Its not only spas mate everywhere from visiting Sigiriya to Katugeya. I don't know any other country that has that practice. Just imagine we go to see Taj Mahal or Iffel Towers and is told if you are a foreigner you will pay double? I am ashamed as a Sri Lankan and I have lots of foreigner friends with whom I had to face this embarrassment when accompanying them some where.

[QUOTE=Nemesh;2183041]You mean that shaani who is very fat nowadays. If you are referring to her, she's working on a place near duplication road near mahanama collage.[/QUOTE]I have to ask you this in open forum as you don't have PM facility. I have been searching for her a long time and could you be little more specific on the location. I don't think there is any harm in naming the place anyway in the open forum. Is it Biota?

[QUOTE=Randy69;2183845]Its not only spas mate everywhere from visiting Sigiriya to Katugeya. I don't know any other country that has that practice. Just imagine we go to see Taj Mahal or Iffel Towers and is told if you are a foreigner you will pay double? I am ashamed as a Sri Lankan and I have lots of foreigner friends with whom I had to face this embarrassment when accompanying them some where.[/QUOTE]Thaj Mahal has the same policy.

This seems to be a kind of femdom. Someone is advertising on Lanka Ads. Search the site for "Panishmant" (a mis-spelling). I have not tried it.

[QUOTE=Randy69;2182730]If the service is bad don't hesitate to name the Full name of the spa and its exact location. That way we can help others and the reason for this forum. I will always name the spa if I had a bad experience.[/QUOTE]Its Sanda Ru Spa at Kiribathgoda on Makola Road. However I got the feeling that the owner is operating several spas around this area and the girls are transferred from one place to another. I haven't been to this place before.

[QUOTE=Ravi89;2182082]I think this is the spa in Kiribathgoda Makola road where famous Nadi used to work?[/QUOTE]That's correct. But I do not know about Nadi as this was my first time to the place (hopefully the last).

[QUOTE=Randy69;2183847]I have to ask you this in open forum as you don't have PM facility. I have been searching for her a long time and could you be little more specific on the location. I don't think there is any harm in naming the place anyway in the open forum. Is it Biota?[/QUOTE]No, it is a saloon in Deanston Pl run buy chinees or Thai lady. Saloon name I'm not sure.

This place has good reviews on the web:

ExSerendib Ayurveda Cure & Therapy.

32/8 A, Flower Road, Colombo 7.

[URL]http://www.exserendib-ayurveda.com/[/URL]

Various packages available Rs.13000 upwards. Outside my price range.
One review says: "The woman who did my treatment(body massage and steam bath) was very nice. Note that this is not a Swedish or muscle massage - it is more of an oil application. They use LOTS of oil, and while it's relaxing,it's not the same muscular benefits of a Swedish or sports massage."