I went in for the 60min deep tissue massage. The staff were friendly at first despite the language…read morebarrier. The massage helped a lot with some shoulder pain I've been experiencing. However at the end of the session the staff brought back out my receipt (I had paid with card before the session) to ask for a tip. As I was writing my tip the staff member told me to tip more, and then told me again to tip more (she directly said "Tip $20, no tip $25. Tip $35 yes.") I ended up tipping $35 for a $60 massage. I felt pressured and hadn't had any experience with full body massages before so I thought maybe this was standard? However I talked with my friend who recommended the place right after and they were shocked and upset at what had happened. I've worked in the service industry for a long time and I understand how necessary tipping is with how high cost of living can be. However, in this instance I felt taken advantage of. I won't be coming back to this establishment and neither will my friend who has been recommending this place for years.

Well I think is time for another review of Pasadena Day Spa…read more This place is wonderful,very clean and cozy. The staff is very professional and caring. The background music enhance your relaxing experience. The atmosphere very positive and you can feel the zen vibrations. After more than two and a half years going to this place I have never had a bad experience. You really get your moneys worth. I highly recommended. If you are looking for a good massage and a great relaxation time Pasadena Day Spa is the place.

Wanted to try a new massage studio and found A Beautiful Day Spa on Yelp…read more I have a hard time finding a strong masseuse who actually gets all my knots out so I was really hoping I would have a great massage after reading all the good reviews. I had Cindy today and she exceeded all my expectations! Her massage style was the perfect mix of relaxing but strong. I have chronic back pain and I felt so much relief. This is going to be my new go-to spot for massages!! Dustin at the front desk was so friendly and made me feel welcome and Cindy was just amazing. I can't wait to come back.

What an amazing experience!…read more I got a gift certificate for Christmas and I couldn't wait to book since I experience chronic pain in my back. Once I got there I was easily checked in and asked to fill the form of where I would like to focus on/avoid which I really appreciated. I highlighted my shoulders/traps area since that is where I carry most of my tension and pain. Upon entering the treatment room, it was quaint and perfect. My therapist started off in the areas that I experience the most pain and quickly helped me relieve the tenderness in those areas which I was so grateful for. I've been into countless other massage rooms where I spend nearly an arm and a leg and don't even provide any relief like my therapist Tina did! I was sooo so grateful, I could've cried. Throughout the whole treatment I felt really comforted and taken care of. Her touch was firm but most of all, perfect. The technique was unlike any other massage I've had in the best way possible. It felt like a lot of acupressure involved which I appreciated. The music was serene and the essential oils really help you relax! The 60 minutes felt like an eternity but in the best way possible because you just feel so well taken care of. Every minute feels set with intention. Thank you so much ABD Spa and Tina!! I am so grateful and can't wait to book my next appointment!

The atmosphere is very clean, relaxing, and serenity. The…read moreworkers are very knowledgeable and accommodating to your needs for a massage. The price is very good for the service. I do recommend calling for an appointment. They do get busy.

Blue Moon Massage - Ask for Apple!…read more I stopped by Blue Moon Massage today expecting to see someone else, but I met Apple -- and I'm really glad I did. From the moment she greeted me, her calm attitude and professionalism made me feel comfortable. The way she talked and handled everything convinced me to give her a try, and honestly, I couldn't have made a better choice. I'm a hard-working guy with long hours on my feet, and Apple gave me exactly what I needed. She truly knows how to find every tight spot and apply just the right pressure. It wasn't just a massage -- it was full recovery. I left feeling lighter, relaxed, and ready to take on another busy week. If you're looking for a place that actually understands what your body needs, come to Blue Moon Massage and ask for Apple. I believe she's there Sundays and Mondays -- trust me, you'll walk out feeling brand new. thank you Apple

Lisa welcomed my friend and I with such great energy. And our massage was 10/10. The pressure on my…read moreshoulders feels a lot better. Would definitely come back for more.

I did a walk in massage. It was 60minutes for $60 which is the standard price that I usually see…read more The masseuse was also very nice. She constantly checked to make sure that the pressure was good and that I wasn't cold and I was cold. She made sure to get me an extra towel to cover up. The pressure was good and the massage was comfortable. Will probably come back if I'm conveniently in the area. TLDR - good massage, 60$ for 60 minutes

This was the worst massage of my life. The lady did no speak a single word of English. So unless…read moreyou speak Chinese you won't be able to communicate with them at all. My girlfriend asked the lady what a Swedish massage was she could not explain anything to her besides my English not good. Me and my GF both got Swedish massages it's and extra $10 here because you get to table shower at the end. Massage felt like the lady was just poking me with her fingers the whole time there is no way in hell they are licensed professionals which it says they are. Also at the end of the massage she said "all done" and walked out so I got up and got dressed (was told nothing about table shower after massage) This is not a good establishment and only go here if you want to waste money. Better off spending $20-40 at the foot reflexology places. Hope this helps people who care what they pay for

I really suspect they are not genuine massage place…read more The girl who give me massage is obvious not trained masseuse. I took 1 hour massage, and somehow she treat my left body differ from my right body.

Over the last couple of years I have seen a decline in the quality of service here. I thought I…read morewould try them again for a mani pedi. My manicure was done poorly. Unfortunately because I was in a rush I didn't realize how bad it was until I left the salon. Sadly I cannot recommend this place anymore and will not be returning.

Anne did an AMAZING job! It was my first time, and it's safe to say that I'm coming back again. I…read moregot a gel extension for $66 (including the service fee that was $1). There prices are very reasonable and standard. The vibe inside was so cool because on the 2nd floor, there are rooms for facials services. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE! overall: 10/10

Amazing spa. Andrea was incredibly helpful, organized, and provided awesome service. Can't say…read moreenough good things about her and the spa itself

Well, this was a really expensive spa experience. I highly recommend if anybody is staying at the…read moreLangham that they come here and treat themselves to an hour long spa session. I showed up a half an hour early so that I could go and enjoy the sauna and the hot tub and just really get into a fully relaxed state of mind before I went and I had my aromatherapy massage. I do not typically get massages, but I wanted to go and treat myself since I have been stressed lately and was on vacation. It's very serene inside and quiet and everybody is so nice and helpful. My massage was amazing and I felt so relaxed. After afterwards I came back to my room and napped for two hours. This is something that I never really gonna do so it was so worth it. Once my massage was over too they take you into this relaxation lounge and they gave me Me a cup of hibiscus tea and a macaron and there were snacks and more waters and all around. It's just a really great place to go and sit and relax and unwind.

Had one of the best massages of my life! Went for a 90 min combo which I highly recommend. Elsa was…read morefabulous, I highly recommend her. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. Such a really cute place. I'll definitely be back.

I wanted to like this place more than I did. I think mainly because I switched my massage treatment…read moreto shiatsu from combo and it either wasn't communicated or noted because I didn't want them to use forearm or elbows. She was definitely using forearm. I didn't even smell any of the essential oils they said they would use. I was also a little bothered by them leaving the door cracked. It is a very cute and calming place. It was clean. The bathroom was clean. They definitely accommodated us a lot by allowing us in early. However, I don't think I'd return.

My husband and I went for a last minute couples massage. And Amy was so accommodating. Parking is a…read morelittle tricky so she texted us all the information prior to our appointment. I'm 5months post partum and let me tell you the aches and pains were definitely addressed. My neck, shoulders, and back feel amazing now. You're able to let them know ahead of time how heavy you want the pressure. I highly recommend getting a 90m massage. I feel so relaxed after. We had Leelee and Linda both were amazing! I'll definitely be booking for monthly massages with them again!

Had a couples massage today and Lucy was my therapist. Wow, just wow! I'm pretty sure she managed…read moreto find muscles I didn't even know existed. By the end, I was so blissed out I forgot my wallet on the counter...true story! They called right away, proving they're as trustworthy as they are talented. Huge thanks to Lucy for the phenomenal massage! We left feeling like melted butter. I'll admit, after seeing so many 5-star reviews, I wondered if maybe they offered a discount for writing one, but nope, they never even mentioned reviews. They're just genuinely that good. 10/10, highly recommend! We'll absolutely be back... assuming I remember my wallet next time

So where do I begin…read more.. I was a little flustered when arriving to Burke Williams. It was my first time there and no one warned me about the parking situation or that I would have to go down an alley to find the spa. I didn't plan for these issues which caused me to be late. I did try to call but the number isn't directly linked to the Pasadena location. However, they did promise to forward my message. When checking in I explained this to the receptionist and he treated me with the utmost care and respect. He pushed back my appointment time by 30minutes so that I had time to settle in and prepare for my treatment which I truly appreciate thank you. I was given a tour of the spa and introduced to all the amenities. My appointment was for the 60min 4-Layer Resurfacing Facial. When booking and confirming my appointment they did give me a heads up and informed me not to use the hot sauna or spa with this type of treatment. They also suggest arriving 30 minutes early to use the amenities but that was not needed considering the treatment I scheduled. After my experience I do recommend arriving early. The Pasadena location is near old town so it's pretty crowded and busy out there. I parked in the structure by Buca Di Beppo but while walking over I saw a small paid parking lot next to the alley where you find the spa. Now when it comes to my spa experience I must say I'm very grateful to have been paired up with Brindle (I hope I spelled her name correctly). They ask you to wait in the main room at least 5 minutes before your appointment. Apparently, I wasn't checked in correctly so I was waiting a little past my appointment time. They noticed me sitting/ waiting and started asking questions to help me. I love that everyone works as a team here. They apologized for the inconvenience and got me all situated with Brindle. I have to say... Brindle is the best esthetician! Now when I saw the description for the 4-Layer Resurfacing Facial I thought it was a chemical peel but if I understood Brindle correctly it's not chemical based, it's a less abrasive peel. Regardless, I loved it! I came into that room so tense and I left feeling like I was walking on clouds. Brindle has a calming presence and a soothing voice. I love that she is not afraid to get in there when it comes to getting those impurities stuck in your skin. Also, she is great with her hands. I find that a lot of estheticians are almost afraid to apply any pressure when massaging face/body. Not Brindle! She was right on the money. Overall, I had a great experience and hope to visit again in the near future. :)

For Christmas, my boyfriend got me a sweet and thoughtful gift card to Burke Williams. I decided to…read moreuse it to explore new locations. Previously I have been to the Orange and Mission Viejo locations, so I thought it would be fun to check out the Pasadena location. It's in the Old Town area, and the nearest public parking lot is off Green and Fair Oaks. I really loathe paying for parking and having to walk over. For any first timers to Burke Williams, they are a luxury European style spa, meaning the spa area is generally naked. Bathing suits are optional. In the spa area, they have lockers, a jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, showers, and vanity tables. There are also quiet rooms for napping in its' own area in the front by the lobby. This location only has the lobby as the co-ed hanging out area. Compared to other BW locations, they are smaller and more busy. I usually spend about 3 and a half hours at BWs and this time was the same. I started off with a strong shower. The other locations has their shaving cream for grabs outside, but this location has a shaving cream inside each shower. And then I went over to the jacuzzi, then the sauna, and then to the quiet room for a little nap. Then I showered again before my treatment time and headed to the lobby before my treatment. When it was time for 80 min Pure Relaxation Massage ($245 regular/$285 member pricing), Pearl came to get me from the lobby and welcomed me up the stairs. Most of their treatment rooms seem to be upstairs. The treatment room seemed to have the same equipment and general layout as other BWs but less square footage. I had an amazing time with Pearl. She started off asking me if I had any areas I wanted to focus on, and any injuries or areas to be careful with. She was thoughtful throughout the massage and made sure the pressure was to my liking. There was a good amount of massage oil used the whole treatment. I was soooooo relaxed. Pearl gave my wrist and forearm the additional attention I requested. When the massage was over, she placed my warmed robed on the table, just as expected with all BW massage experiences. I had such a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The highest compliment I can ever give someone is that I would come back and book another massage with Pearl. After my treatment Pearl walked me back towards the lobby and reminded me to stay hydrated for the next few days. She was super sweet and thoughtful and definitely the best encounter I had with the Pasadena location. After my service I went to take another shower and got ready at their vanity tables. Unfortunately there were MULTIPLE dirty brushes in the clean bin. Which reminds me the showers had a lot of hairs on the wall. Super turn off. There was a lot of staff in the spa area so I'm not sure if they missed it since it was so crowded or if they were more focused on other areas of the spa area. Staff also mentioned that this is the oldest location in the area... and I can see that... in the sense that the layout is less thoughtful than the other locations, such as locker rooms where you change is in high foot traffic areas. I waited for a bit at check out, but staff was very helpful. They were able to give me my day pass and bring a friend that was part of the gift card deal that the Mission Viejo location forgot to give me. Loved the massage and the amenities, but I don't enjoy the crowd and there's room for improvement with the cleanliness. I don't blame the business for doing well, but I do feel like they can maintain better cleanliness of their facilities for how much they charge for our services. Of the Burke Williams locations I have been to, my favorite is the Orange location which is the largest, and then Mission Viejo for an intimate quiet experience, and this places last. Nevertheless it's still a superior spa experience where I've never had a bad treatment at any BWs.