5 Best Massage Spas in Midtown, New York NY
Updated 29 September 2026 · 15 spas in Midtown, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five massage spas in Midtown, New York NY, for anyone who wants a massage near the office, a hotel or an errand in the area. The list comes from businesses Google files under the massage spa category, and 15 qualifying spas were considered. They are ranked by Google rating weighted by how many people left one, so a high score backed by many reviews counts for more. Each entry covers hours, address, listed amenities and the themes that come up in reviews.
#1
Yihan Spa
★ 5 (2,257 Google reviews)Massage spa
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Yihan Spa sits at 926 2nd Ave and is open daily from 10 am to 9 pm. Reviewers mention Swedish massage with hot stones and CBD oil, deep tissue work, and a check-in step where you pick firmness and focus areas. The space is described as beautiful with good music, though one reviewer found it overpriced. Listed amenities include a sauna, skincare treatments, online scheduling and a wheelchair-accessible toilet, and appointments are required.
Best for: Hot stone and deep tissue sessions
- Address
- 926 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022, United States
- Hours
- daily 10 am–9 pm
#2
Royal Massage NYC
★ 5 (550 Google reviews)Massage spa
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Royal Massage NYC is in Suite 1401-2 at 280 Madison Ave and opens daily from 10:30 am to 8 pm. Reviewers describe a clean, peaceful and comfortable facility with a warm atmosphere. Deep tissue massage with the right amount of pressure comes up, and several guests booked mother-and-daughter visits. One review mentions being served champagne and receiving a small holiday gift, and another says it helped release tension from physically demanding work.
Best for: A calm spa day with family
- Address
- 280 Madison Ave Ste 1401-2, New York, NY 10016, United States
- Hours
- daily 10:30 am–8 pm
#3
Grand Central Bodywork
★ 4.9 (470 Google reviews)Massage spa
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Grand Central Bodywork is at 211 E 43rd St, open 11 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 8 pm on weekends. It identifies as Asian-owned and LGBTQ+ owned and lists gender-neutral toilets, skincare treatments and online scheduling. Reviewers mention 90-minute hot stone sessions, chocolate and champagne, postpartum care and couples rooms. One reviewer reported a poor experience with hygiene and service, so reviews are not uniform.
Best for: Couples massage near Grand Central
- Address
- 211 E 43rd St, New York, NY 10017, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 10 am–8 pm; Sun 10 am–8 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Chelsea Thai Spa
★ 4.9 (465 Google reviews)Massage spa
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Chelsea Thai Spa operates from Suite 403 at 135 W 29th St, open 11 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 8 pm on weekends. Regulars point to the Swedish massage and a Thai combo, plus chocolates, tea and sometimes champagne after a session. One reviewer praised strong, consistent deep tissue pressure, while another felt their deep tissue booking was too light. The entrance, seating and toilet are listed as wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Thai combo and Swedish massage
- Address
- 135 W 29th St #403, New York, NY 10001, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 10 am–8 pm; Sun 10 am–8 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#5
Water Cube Spa Relax Center
★ 4.8 (463 Google reviews)Massage spa
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Water Cube Spa Relax Center is at 56 W 39th St and keeps long hours, daily from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm. Reviewers mention a menu pairing a 30-minute foot massage with a 30-minute back massage, skilled deep tissue work and a calm room with soft music. Visitors staying at nearby hotels have dropped in for foot massages. Appointments are required, and the entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Late-evening foot and back massage
- Address
- 56 W 39th St 001 Floor, New York, NY 10018, United States
- Hours
- daily 9:30 am–11:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 15 spas in Midtown, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Massage spa”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Water Cube Spa Relax Center opens at 9:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated spa on this list?
Yihan Spa ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 2,257 reviews. Royal Massage NYC is second at 5 from 550 reviews.
Which spas in Midtown, New York NY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Water Cube Spa Relax Center, at 11:30 pm.
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