NYC spa guys advertising independently

[+ EVdude]

So there are a slew of RM and MF ads in NYC by individual spa masseurs. The majority of them are at rates higher (some much higher) than if you were to just call the spa directly and make an appointment or just walk in. 

Case in point: JacobX at New Yorker Men (there are several others at NYM with their own ads)

JacobX on RentMasseur

RENTMASSEUR.COM

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View my profile on RentMasseur.com

Advertising on RM for $100 an hour. He has 2 reviews that claim $200 paid for an hour. NYM rates are $65 an hour, $95 for 90 min.

On Sunday, I walked into NYM without an appointment. Jacob greeted me. Asked how long I wanted and if I wanted a man or women. I said 90 minutes with a guy. He showed me to the room and said “I’ll be right with you.” I received a perfectly fine, full 90 minutes session, zero upselling and left happy for a total of $175 all in for the 90 minutes. 

I wonder how this would have gone down if I booked directly with him? Would the service be any different for the higher rate? If I’m going to pay a full “independent” rate, I’d rather it be in a non-spa setting.

I will likely go back and see him again, and may reach out directly and inquire just to get the lay of the land. 

Anyone else care to share their experiences in going directly to the masseur versus the general spa contact? Do you simply not tip when the rate is standard private level?

Edited February 19, 2024 by EVdude

[Saabster]

I noticed this in his profile. Perhaps he is renting space to do massage apart from his usual employer.

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I provide space at the Manhattan Center