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Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage

Thai massage therapist · San Francisco, CA · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%93+59.1Reliability 28%90+25.4Replies to reviews 8%4+0.3Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 85Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#179 of 244 massage therapistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 27%
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,510 Google reviews · 23 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage at a glance

Google reviewers rate Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage 4.9 out of 5 based on 1510 reviews. Customers frequently praise the authentic Thai, Swedish, and deep tissue services, noting that therapists effectively address specific pain points and provide relaxing experiences. The location near Union Square is described as accessible, with staff accommodating walk-ins. However, some negative reviews cite inconsistencies in service delivery, such as ignoring requested areas or flipping massage types, along with complaints about high pricing, humidity, and rude phone communication.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,510 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,507 Google reviews (1,412 with written comments, 75 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 10, 2026.
  • Service: Massage Therapist serving San Francisco, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other massage therapists

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction93Reliability90Craft & service99Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews4Satisfaction: 93 (median 94)Reliability: 90 (median 94)Craft & service: 99 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 4 (median 74)
This companyMassage Therapists median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
93
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
90
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
99
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Siam Orchid Traditional Thai Massage: 4/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.F
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Star ratings

1,507 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,45997%
  • 4 stars242%
  • 3 stars81%
  • 2 stars50%
  • 1 star111%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 1,412 written reviews

  • Praise1,09398%
  • Complaints222%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend36433%
  • Staff & attitude35232%
  • Quality & results25623%
  • Speed & response494%
  • Price & value494%
  • Communication272%
  • Honesty & trust182%

What customers talk about

We read 1,412 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very professional and authentic, highly recommend Michelle for traditional Thai massage.”
    “Overall, I did not feel the service met expectations and would not recommend this establishment.”
  • “Hostes is very helpful on exploring the different massage types.”
    “They were so rude over the phone when I tried to make a booking.”
  • “They always do a great job and have great therapists.”
    “…ent with host the deep tissue and complained they also got one of the worst massages they’ve ever had, too light, bad technique, highly disappointing.…”
  • “They took the time to explain the process beforehand, which immediately put me at ease since I wasn’t sure what to expect.”
  • “Worth every penny and such a wonderful group of people working here!”
    “Everything is on point with not feeling overpriced, The ambiance is calm and clean.”
  • “She took her time, listened to my needs, and worked thoughtfully through every tension point with the perfect amount of pressure.”
  • “What really stands out is the consistency and care — it’s clear they take pride in their work and genuinely want you to have a great experience.”

People customers mention

  • Anna 35 reviews
  • Swedish 28 reviews
  • Sabrina 23 reviews
  • Annie 23 reviews
  • Gina 16 reviews
  • Taylor 15 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

RégisLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 20 hours ago★★★★★

The place is very welcoming! Hostes is very helpful on exploring the different massage types. 60 minutes massage was perfect after 17 hours flight. 5 stars for sure.

Jennifer22 hours ago★★★★★

I had an amazing massage with Anna. She helped with my arm neck amd shoulder pain and was amazing!!!

Jacob1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

They always do a great job and have great therapists. Today I had a Swedish massage from Irene.

Lou11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Pamela was amazing, I came in with a slight injury and she knew exactly how to apply pressure yet give me a strong massage.

Sasha2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Very professional and authentic, highly recommend Michelle for traditional Thai massage.

ReshmiLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★

Located close to the union square, this small spa place is decent. My masseuse was Anna from Thailand, who was incredibly good. A senior therapist, who enquired about hema malini, bachchan and shashi kapoor saying her country had a lot of Indian influence. She was gentle, made sure I was comfortable throughout the…

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,510 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Régis DiasLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Régis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The place is very welcoming! Hostes is very helpful on exploring the different massage types. 60 minutes massage was perfect after 17 hours flight. 5 stars for sure.

Jennifer Carbone
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★★★★★

I had an amazing massage with Anna. She helped with my arm neck amd shoulder pain and was amazing!!!

Daniel SchmidLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great atmosphere and fantastic massage!

Kelly HamamotoLocal Guide · 100 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am a new person

Chloé Fabiani6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chloé has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Super relax after the massage. Thank you 🙏

Thomas Crossley5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great Thai massage!

Sagar Gupta2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sagar has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent authentic Thai massage, the best in San Francisco!

Jacob Miller1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jacob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They always do a great job and have great therapists. Today I had a Swedish massage from Irene.

Lou Rabon11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lou has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Pamela was amazing, I came in with a slight injury and she knew exactly how to apply pressure yet give me a strong massage.

jaida hill5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jaida has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

got a 1hr swedish massage and it was amazing!!

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