Hot Stone Massage in NYC Chinatown
Smooth heated stones glide along the back and shoulders, warming muscle before hands-on work. The heat lets tight areas release with less pressure than a deep tissue session.
How we do it at our shop
We use smooth basalt stones held in a water heater beside the table, so they come out at a steady working temperature rather than cooling between strokes. The therapist tests each stone on their own forearm, then on your lower back, before using it along the spine.
Roughly the first third of the session is stone gliding with oil, which is when the heat reaches muscle; after that the therapist parks warm stones either side of the spine and works by hand on the shoulders and neck while the heat keeps holding those areas open. Smaller stones are used under the shoulder blade and along the base of the skull.
This is the treatment to choose in a Chinatown winter, or when your back is stiff but sore to press — the heat does the work that pressure would otherwise have to do. It is also the quietest of our body treatments; most guests fall asleep around the halfway point, and we do not wake you to talk.
Heat is not for everyone: skip hot stone if you have neuropathy or reduced skin sensation, uncontrolled high blood pressure, an inflamed or freshly sunburnt area, or are pregnant. Deep tissue tuina or an oil massage is the safer pick, and we will say so at check-in.
Duration & pricing
| Length | Price |
|---|---|
| 75 min | $95 |
Priced per session, no package required. In-store pricing is authoritative.
Who it suits
- Cold weather stiffness across the back and shoulders
- Guests who want relief without heavy pressure
- A slower, more restful treatment
What happens in the room
Arrive & consult
Settle in, change footwear, and tell your therapist where it hurts and how firm you like the pressure.
Step 1
Stones heated to a comfortable working temperature
Step 2
Gliding stone strokes along the back and shoulders
Step 3
Hands-on work on the areas the heat has softened
Finish & aftercare
We finish with warm water, simple aftercare advice for at home, and card or phone payment at the front desk.
Every step can be adjusted to your comfort — ask your therapist to ease off or pause at any time.
Book this treatmentCommon questions
Is the stone too hot?
The therapist tests every stone before it touches you and keeps checking. Say the word and we cool it down immediately.
Can I combine it with a body massage?
Yes. Many guests pair stones with an oil or deep tissue session — tell us when you arrive and we will plan the time together.
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome when a room is free, but Chinatown gets busy in the evenings and at weekends. Booking online takes under a minute and holds your time.
How do I get there by subway?
We are a short walk from the Canal Street station complex in Manhattan Chinatown. Scan the route code on this page to open walking directions on your phone.
How much is a hot stone massage in Chinatown?
Our Chinatown hot stone massage is priced per session. The price and duration are listed on this page and the booking page shows the same number before you confirm — no package required.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
Walk in whenever a room is free. Evenings and weekends are busier, so booking online or calling ahead helps.
What are your hours?
Open daily · 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
How do I get to your Chinatown store by subway?
We are at 139 Centre St #7A, New York, NY 10013, about a one-minute walk from the Canal St subway station. Scan the walking-route code on the page to open directions on your phone.
Do prices include a tip, and how can I pay?
Listed prices cover the service itself; a tip is welcome but never required. Cards and tap-to-pay on phones are accepted in store.
Do you speak Chinese and English?
Yes — our team serves guests in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.
