Massage in Rio de Janeiro, at your hotel

In Rio, the worst part of a good massage is the ride back.

You spend an hour letting go, then you are in traffic, in the heat, in a queue. Most of the effect goes out of the window on the way.

I work in people's own rooms because that is where letting go actually lasts. No taxi afterwards, no rushing, you simply stay put.

The table needs about three square metres of free floor and is ready in under ten minutes.

Booking goes straight through me on WhatsApp, with no agency in between. I also come to hotels and holiday apartments in the Zona Sul — the front desk just needs to be told in advance.

WHO COMES TO YOU

Ligia Possu

Qualified in Physiomassage Therapy, 2024 Working in Rio for almost 3 years I work in English, Portuguese and Spanish

I came to massage therapy because I wanted to work with people directly. I believe in prevention, and I practise it through one of the oldest and most relevant medicines in the world, Chinese medicine.

I trained to offer relief from muscular pain, less stress and a better quality of life. Being able to give health and wellbeing in a human, natural way is what makes the work worth doing for me.

The sheets and towels are mine: sterilised, and each one used only once before being sterilised again. If you already have a table, tell me when you book.

HOW IT WORKS

Three steps. The same person from start to finish.

You send me a message

Tell me the address, the day and what is bothering you. I reply the same day with the times I have free. To hold the date I ask for a 50% deposit.

I arrive with everything

Table, sterilised sheets and towels, and the oils. The person at the door is always me, the one who answered you on WhatsApp.

You lie down and stay

The session runs 60 to 90 minutes, depending on what you choose. When it ends I pack everything away and you are already home.

SEE HOW IT GOES

3 videos · swipe sideways

WHAT I DO

Pick by what hurts, not by the technical name.

BUSY HEAD, BAD SLEEP

Relaxing massage

Steady rhythm and quiet. The session for when you only need to switch off.

60 min · R$ 280

SWELLING, HEAVY LEGS, AFTER SURGERY

Brazilian lymphatic drainage

Slow strokes that help the body move the fluid that has settled.

60 min · R$ 250

LOCKED BACK AND NECK

Deep tissue

Firmer, slower pressure for tension that no longer answers to a light touch.

60 min · R$ 300

ONE SPOT THAT KEEPS COMING BACK

Myofascial release

One area worked point by point, with a relaxing part in the same session.

75 min · R$ 300

Every service and price Ten sessions, every price in front. See the table → Waxing at your address Price by area, from R$ 38. See how it works →

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Eleven people let a stranger into their room. Not one rated it under five.

5,0

11 reviews on Google

“I have had several fantastic 60-90 minute deep tissue massages with Ligia. I had quite a bit of tension in my upper back and right shoulder. Ligia applies the perfect amount of pressure by periodically checking with me on my comfort level. She has relieved the pain and increased the range of motion in my shoulder. She is always very timely and professional.”

John Rasp · Google

“Fui a passeio no Rio de Janeiro e uma amiga me indicou a Ligia para fazer massagem e foi um achado, simplesmente maravilhoso gente. Estava com algumas dores por conta da academia e saí da massagem como novo.”

Ignacio Reyes · Google

“Extremamente atenciosa e profissional, já a tenho recomendado a todos os meus amigos.”

Thiago Mácimo · Google

The last two are in Portuguese, exactly as they were written. I do not rewrite reviews.

Read all 11 reviews on Google →

COMMON QUESTIONS

What almost everyone asks before the first session.

Can you come to my hotel?

Yes. I also come to hotels and holiday apartments in the Zona Sul — the front desk just needs to be told in advance. Beyond that I work in Barra da Tijuca, Joá, Itanhangá, Freguesia, Recreio, Zona Sul, Centro, Tijuca, Grajaú and Maracanã, 9am to 8pm. Outside those areas, ask anyway — depending on the day I can make it. Travel is included in the price — the Uber is on me.

Do you speak English?

I work in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Two of my three public reviews were written by people who are not Brazilian, one of them in English.

Do you work with men and women?

Both.

Do I have to undress?

No. You keep on a piece of underwear or swimwear. Men: swim briefs, short trunks or boxers. Women: bikini bottoms, hot pants or briefs. The bottom piece stays on, for everyone. On top, a bra or a bikini top gets in the way of some of the strokes, so I do not recommend it — but wear it if you would rather. The towels and coverings are mine and come with me.

I have a health condition — can I still book?

Tell me before you book. Where massage is not advisable for a medical condition, I only work with a signed medical clearance. After surgery I start from seven days, also with signed medical authorisation.

Do I need to prepare anything?

No. I need about three square metres of free floor, near a socket if the session uses a device. The sheets and towels are mine: sterilised, and each one used only once before being sterilised again.

How long does it take to set up?

Between seven and ten minutes for the whole thing.

How do I pay?

Cash or Pix. A 50% deposit confirms the appointment; the rest is paid at the end of the session.

What if I need to cancel?

Let me know at least 12 hours ahead and we reschedule. After that, or with no notice at all, the 50% deposit covers the time that was held for you. If I am the one who has to cancel, you get the deposit back.

Can I book for someone else?

You can. Plenty of people give a session to a parent or a partner. Send me the address and the phone number of whoever is receiving it. Cash or Pix: in that case the session is paid in full when you book, and it does not expire. And if there are two of you at the same address, I take both in the same visit, one session after the other, each at the price on the list.

I bring the table to your room. You stay in it.