RHEA’s Pricing Structure

RHEA keeps its pricing simple. The price you see is the price you pay. There are no surcharges for evenings, weekends, or specific neighbourhoods within Lisbon. There are no travel fees. The rate covers the therapist, all equipment, professional products, and the full duration of the session.

Sessions are available in three standard durations:

60 minutes: The standard session. Enough time for a thorough full-body massage or a focused treatment on problem areas like the neck, shoulders, and back. This is the minimum booking duration and the most popular choice for first-time clients and regular maintenance sessions.

90 minutes: The most requested duration among returning clients. The extra 30 minutes allows the therapist to work more deeply, cover the entire body without rushing, and spend additional time on areas that need it. If you carry chronic tension or simply want a more complete experience, 90 minutes is the sweet spot.

120 minutes: A full two-hour treatment for those who want an extended session. This duration is popular for special occasions, recovery from intense physical activity, or when you want the massage to serve as the centrepiece of a home spa experience. The therapist has time to address the entire body comprehensively, including areas that shorter sessions often skip, like the feet, hands, and scalp.

All durations start from €95. For the complete and current pricing breakdown by massage type and duration, visit the RHEA prices page.

What Is Included

Every RHEA session includes:

• A certified, experienced therapist who arrives at your chosen address on time
• A professional portable massage table with clean sheets and towels
• Quality massage oils suited to your skin type and the treatment being performed
• Setup and cleanup handled entirely by the therapist, with no effort required from you
• Free cancellations if your plans change
• Availability from 8am to midnight, seven days a week

There are no extras to pay for. The table, the sheets, the oils, the therapist’s travel to your address: all of it is covered in the session price. You do not need to own any equipment, prepare the room in any special way, or provide anything beyond a space large enough for the table and a power outlet.

Comparing with Hotel Spas in Lisbon

Hotel spas represent the main alternative for professional massage in Lisbon, and the price difference is significant.

A 60-minute massage at a Lisbon hotel spa, at venues such as the Four Seasons Ritz, Pestana Palace, Tivoli, or Corinthia, typically starts at €150 or more. Some signature treatments or specialised sessions can run to €200 or beyond. These prices cover the massage alone; pool access, sauna use, and other facilities may or may not be included depending on the package.

On top of the treatment price, there are the costs that hotel spas do not advertise:

• Transport: A taxi or Uber from central Lisbon to a hotel spa costs €10 to €20 each way. Driving means navigating traffic and paying for parking.
• Parking: Hotel parking in Lisbon runs €15 to €25 for a few hours. Street parking is scarce near most hotel spas.
• Time: The journey to and from the spa, including parking, check-in, and waiting, can add an hour or more to what should be a relaxing experience. That time has a value, even if it does not appear on a receipt.

When you add these costs together, a single hotel spa massage that is advertised at €150 often totals €200 or more in real expenditure. By comparison, a RHEA session at the same duration, with the same quality of therapist, delivered to your door, starts from €95. For a fuller discussion of the differences, read our article on home massage vs spa.

Same Prices as Porto

RHEA operates across both Lisbon and Porto with the same pricing. Whether you book in Chiado, Parque das Nações, Boavista, or Foz do Douro, the rates are identical. There are no regional premiums. If you are familiar with the service in one city, you know exactly what to expect in the other.

This consistency extends to the quality of service. Therapists in both cities are held to the same certification standards, the same equipment is used, and the same booking process applies. For more about home massage in Lisbon specifically, that article covers the full experience in detail.

What Affects the Final Price

Within RHEA’s pricing, the main factors that influence your total are:

Duration: Longer sessions cost more, naturally. The price per minute decreases as the session gets longer, making 90 and 120-minute sessions better value per minute than the 60-minute option.

Massage type: Different massage types may carry slightly different rates depending on the specialisation required. A relaxation massage and a deep tissue massage, for instance, may differ in price due to the intensity and skill level involved.

Number of therapists: A couples massage requires two therapists and two tables, so the price reflects the additional resources. It is still typically less expensive per person than booking separately at a hotel spa.

What does not affect the price: the time of day, the day of the week, or your location within Lisbon. An evening session on a Saturday costs the same as a Tuesday morning appointment. A booking in Belem costs the same as one in Parque das Nações.

Is Home Massage Worth the Money?

This is the question that matters. And the answer depends on what you value.

If you value convenience, the answer is clear. No travel time, no parking costs, no waiting in shared spaces. The therapist comes to you, the session happens, and you continue your day or evening without disruption.

If you value quality, the answer is equally straightforward. RHEA’s therapists are certified professionals with the same training and experience as hotel spa therapists. The equipment is professional grade. The products are quality oils and creams. The only thing missing is the hotel lobby, and most people do not need a marble lobby to enjoy a good massage.

If you value your time, the maths is simple. A hotel spa visit takes three hours when you account for travel, check-in, waiting, the treatment itself, and the return journey. A home massage takes exactly as long as the session you booked, plus 10 minutes for setup and 10 minutes for cleanup. The difference is an hour or more of your day returned to you.

For a thorough comparison of the specific hotel spas in Lisbon and how they stack up, read our article on the best spas in Lisbon.

How to Book

Booking is done through the RHEA website, by phone, or via WhatsApp. Choose your date, time, massage type, and duration. You receive a confirmation with the therapist’s name and arrival time. Cancellations are free. Sessions are available from 8am to midnight, every day.

For those new to home massage, the process is simple: you book, the therapist arrives, the session happens in your space, and the therapist leaves. There is nothing to prepare, nothing to return, and nothing to clean up afterwards. The price you are quoted is the price you pay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any hidden fees?

No. The session price includes the therapist, all equipment, products, travel to your address, setup, and cleanup. There are no surcharges for evenings, weekends, or specific locations within Lisbon.

How does RHEA compare to cheaper massage platforms?

Budget platforms may offer lower headline prices, but the quality and consistency vary widely. RHEA uses only certified, experienced therapists who are vetted and trained to a consistent standard. The equipment is professional grade, and every session includes proper oils, clean sheets, and a full setup. Lower-cost alternatives often cut corners on one or more of these elements, which directly affects the quality of the experience and, in some cases, your safety.

Can I tip the therapist?

Tips are appreciated but never expected, as the session price is designed to be the complete cost.

Do prices change during peak season?

No, RHEA’s prices are consistent throughout the year whether you book in August or January.

Is there a minimum booking?

Yes. The minimum session duration is 60 minutes.