11/5 Sathorn Soi 9, Utopia Map, 02-286-4535, 02-286-5233, email. A short walk from the Surasak Sky Train Station and only minutes from Silom by taxi or tuk-tuk.

2/F Silom Plaza, 491/19-21 Silom Rd, Utopia Map, 02-635-3645, 02-635-3646, email. Large, modern and friendly venue offering a variety of energizing and relaxing services from traditional massage to aroma therapy. Classy decor and good management who put an emphasis on polite and genuine service. Large massage rooms are equipped with private showers and lock boxes for your valuables. Ideal location in the center of the city, close to many hotels.

Comments from Utopians:

"I went to Arena recently and had a good experience with a friendly, cute guy. The place wasn't dirty, but not spic and span either. Could be a bit cleaner. In general I thought the whole experience was more relaxed than in the past (or maybe I'm just used to the selection process). As usual I had a hard time deciding and after I chose, I smiled apologetically at one I almost chose and he came up to me later, introduced himself and asked me to come back for him another day (which I did)." -- fsnyc, Mar 26, 2010

"I have been visiting Arena spa in Silom Plaza for 2 years. The service is still very good! Last week, I noticed they are improving their spa. It looks much better than before. Much cleaner." -- spalovers, Sep 21, 2009

Baan Tewa Massage 135/8 Sathorn Soi 7, appointments: 02-679-0816, 089-009-6633, email. Enjoy a relaxing or energizing massage treatment in Baan Tewa's very personal atmosphere, located in a beautiful and quiet townhouse, only five minutes away from the Silom area. Their first class treatments use quality products that have been specially developed to relax your body and mind. Be pampered in the hands of their excellent masseurs. Open daily from noon to 10pm. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"I always have good, professional massages at Baan Tewa, one of the places where you can get real massages. The guys are cute, too. Baan Tewa is one of my must-go places whenever I'm in Bangkok. However, there's room for improvement both in the ambience and service." -- philophallus, Oct 7, 2009

894/7-8 Soi Pratoochai (above Dick's Cafe in Duangthawee Plaza, also known as Soi Twilight), Suriwong Rd, Utopia Map, 02-637-0704, email. Small sauna and massage with body scrubs, cream and oil massage. Massage for men by men.

Rama 4 City Court, 18/464 Rama 4 Rd, Lumpini, Patumwan, 02-251-1009, email. Located near Suan Lum night bazzar (MRT Lumpini). A hidden spa paradise for men that gives guests an enjoyable and memorable experience. Clean with warm textures and furnishings. A refreshment area and resting area for pre- and post-spa relaxation. Each spa room is equipped with individual shower. More than 20 masseurs with professional skills and sincerity. Treatments include aroma massage, sports massage, Thai massage, body scrub, Paradise Spa Package, and body scrub with aroma massage (2 hours). Gay-managed. Free parking. Open daily 1pm-10pm. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"Just returned from an 11-day vacation in Bangkok (coming from San Francisco), and I visited Candle Paradise Spa four times. It was a highlight to the vacation and a true oasis in a busy city. Fantastic, professional masseurs; facilities are super clean and luxurious with shower in each massage room. Tammy, the co-manager, can help pick the right masseur based on what you might be looking for (she is very hip and doesn't matter to her if you're gay). Had the spa package with body scrub and 90-minute massage (B$1,500), as well as 2-hour massage (B$1,300). Both were excellent. They also have 90-minute massage (B$1,000). Best to call them, so they can help you locate the spa." -- blissfully, Jan 25, 2010

"Visited Candle Paradise Spa twice. I can dare to say that's the best ever spa enjoyment I tried in Thailand or Asia. The place is cozy and clean. A comfortable environment! The masseurs are very professional and the co-manager Tammy is very helpful and nice." -- SpaKing, Nov 29, 2009

"Candle Paradise Spa was a huge surprise. It's very stylishly decorated and clean. Great ambience. Can be difficult to find as they're located inside a nondescript building. I almost went into another spa which has the name "Candle" in it; so be careful. As I was entering the Candle Paradise Spa, I encountered a woman leaving. I thought, uh-oh, I'm at a wrong place. It turns out that the woman was a co-manager. She's very friendly and, immediately, I felt good despite the frustration of searching for it. The guys there were yummy to look at. Especially the one at the reception. The massage was good. The room was tastefully done. Superb! I left with a very good feeling. Candle Paradise Spa has made it into my must-go list." -- philophallus, Oct 28, 2009

253/4 Soi Suan Phlu 6, Utopia Map, 02-677-5915, email. Beautifully appointed spa with gorgeous rooms and professional service. Open daily.

H.E. Massage Saladaeng Soi 1, Utopia Map, 089-048-3088, email. This gay-owned spa for men aims to tantalize your senses with quality services. Decorated with memorable and quaint chinoiserie, it exudes the friendly character of bygone eras. To encourage your satisfaction, they have a strict time policy. The clock will start ticking only when their masseur's hands touch your body. You will enjoy a full 1.5 hrs oil massage with top service. Bring your iPod and listen to your own music! Or enjoy a selection of easy listening music. Located in the heart of Bangkok and easily accessed via MRT and BTS, yet visitors enjoy a level of privacy in this Silom area sub-soi. Parking is available at the front.

La Nature Bangkok Lumpinee Place Rama 4 Condo, Soi Sri Bumphen (off Sathorn Soi 1 and Soi Yenakat), Utopia Map, 02-249-1049, 087-518-4975, 085-020-0780 (English, French, Dutch), email. A clean, gay and lesbian-friendly, high quality spa specializing in full body waxing by masseurs or masseuses. They use top products to provide customers with waxing, scrubs, aroma therapy, facials and foot massages. They also do treatments to firm the skin. Free parking available. Utopia Member Discount

101/11 Soi Langsuan, Utopia Map, 02-652-2577, email. A small, quiet day spa and massage venue in central Bangkok. Escape and get away from it all to relax and rejuvenate in style, without it costing the earth. Gay and lesbian-friendly. Utopia Member Discount

18/455 Rama 4 Court, Rama 4 Rd, Utopia Map, 02-252-8846, email. Gay-owned and managed spa offering traditional and contemporary spa therapies with all-male staff. Professional service, no hank-panky. Located on the bottom floor of two large apartment blocks on the Lumpini boxing stadium side of Rama 4. Contemporary design, relaxing, and soothing.

Comments from Utopians:

"Sanctuary Spa near Lumpini MRT is on the G/F of a residential building. The interior looks a bit cluttered and design was eccentric (trapezoid shape doors). The massage was OK, nothing to shout about. The masseur was polite and attentive." -- philophallus, Oct 28, 2009

5/8 Soi Saladaeng, Silom Rd, Utopia Map, 02-636-3535, email. Sensual massage for men, by men. Located right in the heart of the Silom gay area. Single and double treatment rooms with attached bath, chill-out area, aroma oil massage, exotic cream massage and body scrub. Gay-owned.

Comments from Utopians:

"Just came from Senso Men's Club, one of the best massages ever. Ambiance of the room was great and the service was electrifying!" -- meynard, Aug 23, 2010

"Went to Senso Men's Club this weekend. A fine selection of masseurs. They had two treatments: A 60-minute massage for B$1000 for massage + B$1000 minimum tip for the masseur; and a 90-minute scrub-massage for B$1,390 for massage + a minimum B$1,200 tip." -- Jonn, Dec 28, 2009

928/930 Rama 4, 085-062-8200. It is located in the passageway at the side of Blue Star. A nice, clean little place with half a dozen masseurs - quite modest as are the prices.

5/F, 41/3-5 Soi Anumarnratchathon (off Soi Tarntawan, Mango Tree restaurant is on the corner of this Soi), Utopia Map, 02-2634-3607, 081-944-3785. Sauna is on the 5th floor of an office building just past Golden Cock bar. New management has taken over the formerly named Rhino Horn. Clean facilities include sauna and steam, gym, karaoke, maze, beer bar.

"Tucked between Silom and Sathorn is Bento, a nice and intimate massage place. Since they're offering 4-hands massage, I picked two masseurs. One was beefy and the other was buff. Not bad looking either. Unfortunately, during the massage, both of them were chatting loudly (and laughing) with each other as if I'm not there. I think their conduct was disrespectful. In the end, I kicked one out (the least skillful in massage) and the massage went very smoothly after that. I was happy with the services rendered by the remaining masseur. After the massage, I was asked to give the usual tip for the masseur I kicked out early. I also had a very bad experience at Sathorn Spa. Walking to the spa may be a bit frustrating. If you don't like wandering aimlessly, get a taxi. My masseur was uncommunicative. During the massage, he was eating candy which he bit hard occasionally. That 'crunchy' noise was jarring. He kept pouring oil over my right leg over and over and over again, to the extent that my leg felt numb. I called the session off. To my surprise, the manager said there's no payment required, although he did not bother to ask me why I called the session off." -- philophallus, Oct 7, 2009

PHAHONYOTHIN -- Samsen, Victory Monument, Phahonyothin, Phayathai, Saphan Kwai, Chatuchak

2/F Chakran Bld, 32 Soi Ari 4, Phaholyothin Soi 7 (close by the Ari BTS Station), Utopia Map, 279-3322. New location on 2/F and 3/F of Chakran Sauna (separate entrance) for one of the longest running, favorite massage venues in the city. Friendly staff. Utopia Member Discount

RAMKHAMHAENG

Ramkhamhaeng Rd, 02-732-0613 (opposite Ramkhamhang Hospital in the small sub-soi between Soi 81 and 83). Small local sauna with gym, karaoke and massage.

508 Kasemsant Residence Village, Lardprao Soi 112 (Ramkhamhaeng Soi 53), 02-539-3259, email. Same owners as The Beach sauna. Cute masseurs for massage, facials, or beauty treatments for men. Facilities include sauna and pool.

SUKHUMVIT -- Sukhumvit, Thonglor, Ekkamai

71/1 Sukhumvit 11, Utopia Map, 02-255-8920, email. Located in a sub-soi at the back of Soi 11, between Soi 11 and 13. Open daily from 3pm-midnight. Gorgeous and plush complex includes restaurant, gym, steam room and meeting place. Excellent management.

Comments from Utopians:

"Albury Men's Club is not easy to find by walking. The outer facade doesn't look inviting. However, the interior looked clean and modern. They have adequate choices of masseurs. Mostly buff guys who looked like they're in their 20s or 30s. The room was basic and functional. The services was adequate. Overall, they were polite and respectful." -- philophallus, Oct 28, 2009

3/F 171 Sukhumvit Rd, Utopia Map, 02-254-0444. Enter the Ambassador Hotel from Sukhumvit or from Soi 11 and walk to the back of the main building. Take escalators up to 3/F and follow the sign to the health club. Masseurs in private rooms with showers. Non-gay gym and pool. Be discreet.

41/9 Sukhumvit Soi 11 (enter on the side of the building now as main door seems to be permanently shut), Utopia Map, 02-651-0002. Banana is a well-kept secret offering low priced massage and a consistent clientele. Manager is multi-lingual (English, Chinese, Japanese and Thai). He's honest, factual and to the point. Most of the masseurs are truly gay.

229-1 Soi Ekamai 7, Sukhumvit 63, Utopia Map, 02-392-3189, email. Gay-owned massage for men, by men, located in the quiet and peaceful surroundings of garden-themed homes. Providing first class massage and premium service. Each guest is treated like a friend. After your massage, relax in their comfortable chill-out area. Thai/German management.

Sukhumvit 22 (in the Washington Theater parking lot), Utopia Map, 02-663-4916.

167 Sukhumvit 19 (just off Asoke Road, Sukhumvit 21), Utopia Map, 02-204-1318. New ownership.

Thonglor Soi 8, Sukhumvit 55, Utopia Map, 02-390-0197. Upscale male spa in a pleasant house and garden atmosphere.

28/7 Sukhumvit 19, Klongtoey, 080-690-2559, 02-651-3568, email. Gay-managed men's spa. Five minutes walk from Ashok BTS Station, close to Westin Hotel and Robinson shopping center. Modern Thai decor. Massage with ancient spices to relieve your tension on your body and mind. Utopia Member Discount

65 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Utopia Map, 02-251-1033, 02-651-2358. Enter Soi 11 from Sukhumvit, make a left at the end of the Soi and follow the road until it hits the canal (Hero is on the left). Well-run facility with restaurant is one of Bangkok's best. Massage areas are clean and private. VIP rooms available. Very popular for its privacy and good service.

Comments from Utopians:

"Hero has great service, more choices, is clean, well run and safe." -- ut0p1a, Jul 6, 2010

"Hero was an excellent experience.....up to 40 masseurs, friendly guys eager to please." -- qsandy, Mar 15, 2010

"This place is still and always the best massage place in Bangkok." -- gilnice, Jan 20, 2010

"Hero has a large selection of masseurs to choose from. The guys are diverse in looks, body and size. I had a hard time choosing. My masseur had almost zero massage skill, but he was very charming and eager to please. The room was small with an attached shower. It's very basic compared to their reception area. If you want greater options and variety, try Hero. I give it thumbs up for choices. Expect so-so services at the reception and payment counter." -- philophallus, Oct 7, 2009

15/1 Sukhumvit 41, 02-258-8889, email. About 500m from the Emporium shopping center and the Phrom Pong Sky Train Station. A friendly spa for "family like us." Their team of trained, professional masseurs are on hand to rejuvenate your body and soul. Their holistic treatments take you to higher levels of consciousness through the use of loving touch, breathing techniques and awareness. Open daily noon-10pm. Utopia Member Discount

24/6 Sukhumvit 23 (opposite the Citadines Hotel), Utopia Map, 080-229-7969, email. Asok BTS/MRT. Gay-owned UrbanMale is a fun and relaxing place to enjoy a satisfying massage and quality spa service with the masseur of your choice. Stylish, private rooms have large, modern showers and aircon. Walking distance or a short motorcycle hop from the Skytrain and subway stations. Parking is available nearby. Open daily from 1-11pm. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"Tastefully decorated. It has a nice ambience. Not a large selection of masseurs. The one that I picked had good massage skills. Overall, the experience was good. Will definitely be returning to UrbanMale in the future." -- philophallus, Oct 28, 2009

OTHER AREAS

99 Ratchadapisek Rd, Utopia Map, 02-660-9193, email. For people looking for real, professional, non-sexual bodywork in a relaxing environment. Thai staff are all certified in massage therapy and are also trained in Shiatsu by the American owner. English, Thai and a little Manadarin are spoken. Utopia Member Discount

OUTCALL CITYWIDE

Bangkok Star Male Massage +86-136-6144-6025 (English and Chinese), email. Gay-owned massage business with branches in more than a dozen cities including Hong Kong, Singapore and Shanghai. Specializing in handsome, friendly Chinese masseurs offering relaxing massage therapy for men. Booking is easy and they speak excellent English. Just go their website and select "Bangkok" to pick your masseur from pictures (all pics are of their real staff). Then call to confirm and your masseur is on the way within minutes. 24-hour outcall, direct to your door. Utopia Member Discount

Appointments: 087-971-6498, email. Outcall massage service. Friendly, English-speaking service without an attitude. Very discreet.

Moon Boy Massage 080-249-6336, email. Relaxing body massage at your hotel or home. Friendly service by handsome young masseurs. Available 24 hours, call anytime. Utopia Member Discount