1. Happy Ending / Oil Massage

What it is: The gateway drug of Pattaya massage. Walk into any oil massage shop, lie down, and let her hands work their magic. Unlike Bangkok's dedicated HE shops, Pattaya keeps it simple—regular massage shops that just happen to offer "extras."

The experience: Starts with genuine massage (30-60 min), warm oil, soft hands. Then she asks the magic question. Say yes, and the real relaxation begins.

Price Breakdown:
• Oil massage base: 300-400฿ (1 hour)
• Hand job (HJ): +500-700฿
• Blow job (BJ): +1,000-1,500฿
• Full service (FS): +2,000-2,500฿
Total: 800-3,000฿ depending on what you want

Best for: First-timers, budget travelers, quick afternoon sessions. 30-40% cheaper than Bangkok—your wallet will thank you.

2. Nuru / Body-to-Body Massage

What it is: Japanese-style body sliding that'll ruin regular massage for you forever. She covers herself in slippery gel, climbs on top, and uses her entire body to massage yours. It's intimate. It's sensual. It's addictive.

The experience: Shower together first, then she applies gel (or oil in cheaper shops), lays you on an air mattress, and slides all over you like a beautiful human slip-n-slide. Premium venues have "Scene Rooms" with jacuzzis and mood lighting.

Price Breakdown:
• Standard B2B (oil): 2,000-3,000฿
• Nuru with gel: 3,000-4,500฿
• Premium Scene Room: 5,000-9,800฿
Usually includes full service. 60-120 minutes.

Reality check: Most Pattaya shops use oil, not genuine Nuru gel. Only premium venues like Canary claim authentic Japanese seaweed gel.

3. Soapy Massage

What it is: Thailand's signature adult entertainment. The full production—girl selection from a fishbowl, private room with jacuzzi, foam bath massage, body slide, and a finale that makes the price worth every baht. This is the VIP treatment.

The experience: Walk into a palace-like building. 50-100 girls sit behind glass, numbered and color-coded by price. You choose. She takes you to a private room. Bath together. Foam massage. Air mattress slide. 90+ minutes of pure indulgence with 2-3 rounds included.

Price Breakdown:
• Standard girl: 2,000-2,500฿
• Model class (M badge): 3,000฿
• VIP class (V badge): 3,800-4,500฿
All-inclusive. No hidden fees. 90-120 minutes.

Best for: Those wanting the full Thai experience. Girl selection freedom + premium facilities. Still 30% cheaper than Bangkok soapy.

The Verdict

Choose Pattaya if: Budget is priority, prefer relaxed atmosphere, want everything walkable, staying for beach holiday anyway.

Choose Bangkok if: Want ultra-premium options (Tara level), need variety, prefer city environment, have limited time in Thailand.

Best strategy: Experience both cities. Pattaya for casual daily massage, Bangkok for special premium experience.