Isailaway Posted November 3, 2011 #1 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Does anyone have any advise to share on where to get a really good massage on the beach in Mahahual? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescot123 Posted November 3, 2011 #2 Share Posted November 3, 2011 was in Costa Maya last week. Take a $2 pp taxi to Mahahual and visit a place called the Tropicante. Steve Uhl, an American, runs a nice bar with beach chairs that you can reserve. They offer massages at his beach that costs $25 for 60 minutes. Inside the cruise port it is $60 for 30 minutes or that is what someone told me later. someone in my party in the cruise had a massage and really enjoyed it. you can email steve at steveuhl@sandalsandskis.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isailaway Posted November 3, 2011 Author #3 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Thank you so much for the info. and the e-mail address! We will be there in December and can hardly wait! Kathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescot123 Posted November 3, 2011 #4 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Thank you so much for the info. and the e-mail address!We will be there in December and can hardly wait! Kathy Enjoy your trip as you are going to have a blast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arlodog Posted November 4, 2011 #5 Share Posted November 4, 2011 My DH had a beach massage when we were at Tropicante and said it was the best! Have a great time on your visit. Cold beer and good food available in a relaxing beach day:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isailaway Posted November 5, 2011 Author #6 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Thank you! I emailed Steve and he responded quickly. He promised to save us loungers. Can't wait to eat ceviche, have a couple of tropical drinks, get a massage and maybe do some snorkeling. It sounded like all of that would be possible at or near the Tropicante. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5HappyCampers Posted November 6, 2011 #7 Share Posted November 6, 2011 My DH got a massage on the beach there and fell asleep! With the ocean air and slight breeze and a relaxing massage...........what could be better for a snooze??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KAP622 Posted November 9, 2011 #8 Share Posted November 9, 2011 Thank you! I emailed Steve and he responded quickly. He promised to save us loungers. Can't wait to eat ceviche, have a couple of tropical drinks, get a massage and maybe do some snorkeling. It sounded like all of that would be possible at or near the Tropicante. I contacted Steve today and responded quickly also. We will be in Costa Maya on 11/24, Jewel OTS. He was awesome and answered all my questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisingirl2012 Posted November 9, 2011 #9 Share Posted November 9, 2011 We also emailed Steve and I was very pleased with the quick response I received. We can't wait to enjoy our day at the Tropicante in Mahahual! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isailaway Posted November 9, 2011 Author #10 Share Posted November 9, 2011 I contacted Steve today and responded quickly also. We will be in Costa Maya on 11/24, Jewel OTS. He was awesome and answered all my questions Please post your reviews as soon as you get back:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrobstad Posted November 9, 2011 #11 Share Posted November 9, 2011 of the ten or more cruises I have been on, going to the Tropicante and getting a cheap massage on the beach might rank as my most favorite experience....try the chicken in sour cream for lunch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckymbt Posted November 29, 2011 #12 Share Posted November 29, 2011 We were just in Mahaul on Thanksgiving day. We had a great time with Carlos at the Green Iguana...He gave us a special price if we did 2 massages! My daughter and I each got a massage for an hour for $15 each. And we had great chips, salsa and guac , plus plenty of cold beers and of course a view of paradise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude_hdt Posted November 30, 2011 #13 Share Posted November 30, 2011 Wow!!! $15 for a full hour. Is the Green Iguana anywhere near Tropicante? I've reserved a spot for the family at Tropicante but their massage is $25 so won't mind walking a little to get it for less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PreciousCruiser Posted December 2, 2011 #14 Share Posted December 2, 2011 Looking forward to The Tropicante in March (have our chairs reserved!). Don't believe I've heard about the Green Iguana. Will have to ck. that out further too. Guess we'll have to try the chicken in sour cream at Tropicante. I've read about that a few times! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue water dude Posted December 3, 2011 #15 Share Posted December 3, 2011 To operate as a LEGAL massage provider in Mahahual, you must have completed a government, dept of Tourism, class on massage. Once this class is complete, you can then apply for your local permit to work on the beach. Not sure the cost but it is a cost, paid usually by the massuese. The avergae cost for massage in the area is around $20-$25 per hour. That is split usually by the massuese, the table owner (usually someone else other than the massuese), the owner ot the location, usually a restaurant or bar and perhaps even a waiter commision. Lots of hands in the cookie jar. Those doing massage for under $20 per hour are usually low cost, low overhead scabs. Not trained or permited (they might have to stop your massage right in the middle to hide from the regulators who from time to time check these things!), probably not changing sheets, unprofessional (talking on their cell phone or to their boy friends) using cheaper oils, cut the time short and so forth. A few, like this guy Carlos perhaps, might actually be good enough, own their own tables or just work for less. A few. But most really are just a pair of hands. Pay the extra 5 or 10 bucks and get a really good professional massage. They are soooo good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isailaway Posted December 3, 2011 Author #16 Share Posted December 3, 2011 To operate as a LEGAL massage provider in Mahahual, you must have completed a government, dept of Tourism, class on massage. Once this class is complete, you can then apply for your local permit to work on the beach. Not sure the cost but it is a cost, paid usually by the massuese. The avergae cost for massage in the area is around $20-$25 per hour. That is split usually by the massuese, the table owner (usually someone else other than the massuese), the owner ot the location, usually a restaurant or bar and perhaps even a waiter commision. Lots of hands in the cookie jar. Those doing massage for under $20 per hour are usually low cost, low overhead scabs. Not trained or permited (they might have to stop your massage right in the middle to hide from the regulators who from time to time check these things!), probably not changing sheets, unprofessional (talking on their cell phone or to their boy friends) using cheaper oils, cut the time short and so forth. A few, like this guy Carlos perhaps, might actually be good enough, own their own tables or just work for less. A few. But most really are just a pair of hands. Pay the extra 5 or 10 bucks and get a really good professional massage. They are soooo good! Appreciate the info. $20-$25 sounds like a good deal for an hour long massage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginjam70 Posted December 15, 2011 #17 Share Posted December 15, 2011 When walking down the main ocean front street, past all the beach clubs, you will see each one is offering massages. I would go for the cleanest one where the beds are not right next to the loudspeakers or the beach volleyball field lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dozersassy Posted December 27, 2011 #18 Share Posted December 27, 2011 and please remember to tip your masseuse WELL (assuming of course, it is a good massage). Mine was fantastic and these people work really hard for not much money. I tipped $10 to the masseuse directly. Curious what others do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snit13 Posted January 3, 2012 #19 Share Posted January 3, 2012 We were just in Mahaul on Thanksgiving day. We had a great time with Carlos at the Green Iguana...He gave us a special price if we did 2 massages! My daughter and I each got a massage for an hour for $15 each. And we had great chips, salsa and guac , plus plenty of cold beers and of course a view of paradise. Was this massage with Carlos at the Green Iguana ON THE BEACH or inside? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snit13 Posted January 3, 2012 #20 Share Posted January 3, 2012 was in Costa Maya last week. Take a $2 pp taxi to Mahahual and visit a place called the Tropicante. Steve Uhl, an American, runs a nice bar with beach chairs that you can reserve. They offer massages at his beach that costs $25 for 60 minutes. Inside the cruise port it is $60 for 30 minutes or that is what someone told me later. someone in my party in the cruise had a massage and really enjoyed it. you can email steve at steveuhl@sandalsandskis.com Are these massages on the beach or inside ? Looking for beach massage....were in tents on Belize. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snit13 Posted January 3, 2012 #21 Share Posted January 3, 2012 We also emailed Steve and I was very pleased with the quick response I received. We can't wait to enjoy our day at the Tropicante in Mahahual! I emailed Steve yesterday and am wondering what a very quick response is. I have not had a response which sometimes happens when emailing out of the country with AOL. I may have to try to remember what the other address is that I have used previously when making appointments out of the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccodcruzer Posted January 4, 2012 #22 Share Posted January 4, 2012 I emailed him Monday and got response yesterday, but emailed back and forth a few times today. We got our lounges reserved for Feb 9th Woohoo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whumcruise Posted January 20, 2012 #23 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Almost every beach club offers massages. Good luck! (love the prices down there)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fine and Jim Dandy Posted January 30, 2012 #24 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Almost every beach club offers massages. Good luck! (love the prices down there)! True, but you probably won't get an actual massage. Just an oil rub. You will only pay $20 so I guess it is worth it. No need to go to Tropicante. Lots of clubs on the beach that offer the same services and are far less crowded. I also found the service to be very slow, maybe due to the crowd at Tropicante. I would definitely visit one of the other clubs next time. Tropicante is NOTHING special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbock Posted July 4, 2012 #25 Share Posted July 4, 2012 True, but you probably won't get an actual massage. Just an oil rub. You will only pay $20 so I guess it is worth it. Can people who have had beach massages in Majahual please confirm whether or not this is true? I'm planning on getting a massage (and maybe even two!) while we're in port. However, I like a deep massage, not a rub-down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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