There are two kinds of massage parlours in Jakarta:
* "Family Spas" or "Day Spas" are providing normal massages and treatments for both men and women, without any sexual services. The best ones are located in South Jakarta, in malls or in 5 stars hotels. I wrote about my favorite ones here: Jakarta's Best Normal Massage and Spa.
Men's spas in Jakarta are hedonistic temples, the likes of which you won't find in Europe or in the US. It’s not only a massage you can get there, but various services to help you relax and feel good. Typically, they include a hot and cold pool, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a steam room, a lounge, a gym, a theater, etc. Some have an oxygen room, free food, etc. You can go to any of the places mentioned below and use their facilities for usually less than 20$.
Note: This review was updated in September 2018.
Where to Find a Male Spa in Jakarta?
Men's spas can be found everywhere in the city, but the most luxurious ones are almost all in North Jakarta near the streets Jalan Gajah Mada and Hayam Wuruk. They are often inside massive buildings called "one-stop entertainment complexes", that can also include a hotel, a bar, a club, a restaurant and a karaoke.
To find a massage parlour near from where you live, read my article Guide To Massage Parlours in Jakarta.
If you come to Jakarta mainly to enjoy time at the city's various spas, I'll recommend choosing a hotel on Jalan Hayam Wuruk, on Jalan Gajah Mada or on Jalan Mangga Besar.
These streets are about 50 minutes from the airport, 30 minutes from the city center (Plaza Indonesia) and only 10 minutes from tourists attractions like the Old Town and Chinatown.
You can get excellent deals if you book on a website like Agoda. Here are my top recommendations for girl-friendly hotels near the spas:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hotel Harris Vertu (Most Recommended): 60$ per night, rated 8.7 on Agoda
⭐⭐⭐⭐
Grand Mercure Harmoni: 66$ per night, rated 8.1 on Agoda
Hotel Santika Hayam Wuruk: 60$ per night, rated 8.4 on Agoda.
Novotel Gajah Mada: 45$ per night, rated 7.9 on Agoda
⭐⭐⭐
Yello Hotel: 40$ per night, rated 8.9 on Agoda
Ibis Harmoni: 36$ per night, rated 7.9 on Agoda
⭐⭐
Hotel 88 Mangga Besar 62: 30$ per night, rated 7.7 on Agoda
Verse Lite Pembangunan: 20$ per night, rated 8.1 on Agoda
Are you looking for a hotel with a naughty spa inside? It can be very convenient for those who don't want to go outside. The most centrally located one is Classic Hotel (30$ per night), but you may also want to have a look at Ochardz Industri, Orchardz Jayakarta, Orchardz Bandara (near the airport) or B'Fashion (West Jakarta). More information: Sex Hotels and Girl-Friendly Hotels in Jakarta.
What Are the Best Men's Spas in Jakarta?
The quality of the service, the cleanliness of the spa, the kind of massages provided, the number of facilities, the beauty of the masseuse, the price: There are many factors that can make your experience more enjoyable. To help you choose the best spa for your need, here is the list of Jakarta’s best massage parlours and spas (you can click on the names for a complete review with prices):
Malioboro Hotel and Spa
One of the most luxurious in Jakarta, my guess is that it is only a matter of time before it gets shut down by the authorities. It consists of Malio Club (sexy dancers) and Malio Spa. Expensive.
108 Spa
Previously known as Illigals, it has some beautiful facilities and girls, including foreign ones.
Emporium
Also a high-end spa, it belongs to Alex Tirta, the infamous owner of Alexis Hotel (closed in 2017).
Sexy Pool at 1001
Also owned by the Alexis group, it is one of the most expensive spas in Jakarta but probably a bit overrated.
Sun City Luxury Spa
A superb spa very popular with Indonesian Chinese and Mainland Chinese guests. It is just 1 floor below the Fave Hotel Glodok LTC.
King Cross
A less expensive spa, same owner as Malioboro (the girls are actually the same as they rotate from one place to the other). Built vertically with different floors and services, including a karaoke, a live music room, a bar and a lounge.
Sumo Spa
The same group as Malioboro and King Cross, it is smaller but the overall quality is excellent and slightly cheaper than other upmarket spas.
Terminal Classic
Located in Hotel Classic, this is the largest bordello in Jakarta. It is huge, with probably hundreds of working girls. The spa is in the basement floor. There are also 3 lounges with sexy dancers on the ground floor, the second floor and the 5th floor. Prices are very reasonable.
B'Fashion Spa
This is also a regular hotel where you can stay for the night (check here for the price). Similar to King Cross but with a location near Taman Anggrek.
This spa is quite expensive and not as impressive as the other above, but it is in the middle of Jakarta's business district, in front of Le Méridien hotel (Jalan Sudirman). For this reason, it is very convenient for men who want a massage without going to the north of the city.
MyPlace and Delta Spa
Those two chains of massage parlours have many branches all over the city. They are similar in concept. They offer really good massages, with a handjob at the end, but NO SEX. They are recommended if you really care about the quality of your treatment.
Need More Names?
There are a few more venues I could have added to the list, cheaper ones, for instance, Kimochi Spa, Orchardz spa or D'Heaven.
Advertising: Dating Indonesian Women
Foreigners can be very successful with Indonesian girls.
The best way to meet normal ones, with a good education and a salary is to use dating websites.
I recommend you to try Indonesian Cupid, which is owned by Match.com. You can browse the girls' profile for free and show that you are interested. It is a good way to make some contacts before landing in Jakarta.
