Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

The 4 a.m. closing time is what makes this place special. While Bangkok has many massage parlors that stay open late, few maintain such high standards after midnight. This parlor, however, accepts seven clients at 3 a.m. without any rush. This makes it ideal after a long-haul flight, a late departure from Suvarnabhumi Airport, or a night out on Surawong when your back simply can't take it anymore.

The room is quiet and comfortable, not as sterile as a typical hotel room, clean, and the fact that the reception staff are addressed by their first names in the reviews speaks volumes. Ninety minutes is ideal if you want to engage intensively with a therapist. Tea and a small pastry at the end are standard. It's one of several Botanika locations, and regular clients confirm that the high standard applies to all branches.

At least one guest was charged a higher price than usual for extending a massage treatment mid-session. To avoid this problem, agree on the duration and price at reception before lying down.