I've been going to Etalon Day Spa regularly (at least once a month) over the last few years. It's a…read morehidden gem in Penn Quarter. The facilities are clean, the staff and masseuses are professional and kind, and their services are very well priced. I've paid much more for luxury hotel spas experiences, but honestly, Etalon is where I continue coming back. Sara L is my favorite masseuse. I see her for foot reflexology and personalized deep tissue massages (always 90 minutes, because 60 isn't enough time). She is incredibly talented and very sweet! I've also been to Glenda a few times and she is great. Definitely check out Etalon Day Spa -- 5 stars!

You guys!!! I've been getting massages on and off for the last 10 years and my 60 min personalized…read moremassage ($115) with Kay was the best I've ever had. The pressure was perfect. The prices are really reasonable and the space is super comfortable and relaxing. The lobby area has a cute little water and tea bar for while you're waiting or for after your treatment. If you're looking for a masseuse in the DC/VA area, come to Etalon and book with Kay!!!

Such an amazing, magical place. Definitely recommend for a massage .. everything was perfect!read more

Clean, efficient with good amenities, but the best was Tosen(sp?) the massage therapist!read more

Buddies Spa! Officially my favorite spa ever! It's in downtown DC in such a nice area!…read more When I walked in, the receptionist instantly knew who I was, greeted me, and asked if I wanted water. The guys getting mani-pedis were all happy and smiley, and it was a whole kiki fest in that room at 10:30am! (Kiki meaning a fun, safe social gathering.) So Martin was there waiting for me and walked me to the room for my booty facial. Martin looks like Troye Sivan--so cute! He broke down what a butt facial is, and we had the greatest talk ever about life, DC, the clubs, the bars, and the whole experience. Like... I was upset when it was over. My booty has never felt so rejuvenated! Martin is that girl. Love him! Next up was my Lomi Lomi massage with Sohaib! I've gotten plenty of massages in the past, but I wanted to try something different. Let me begin by saying he is SO FINE I mean... look at that million-dollar smile! He's so warm and comforting. He carried my clothes to the room after my facial--so sweet of him. Once we got to the room, he informed me that I need to get naked and I said ok let's do this! and when the massage started... omg. This continuous, nonstop Lomi Lomi massage was by far the best massage ever! Truly unreal relaxation. It was like he was dancing. When it was over, he gave me a super nice hug and walked me downstairs. They were both downstairs, and that's when I got a picture with them! I don't live in DC, but I will 100% be back. The amount of happiness and safety embedded in this spa is unreal! Most spas cater to women, which is fine. However, this spa caters to EVERYONE! 10/10 perfection from start to finish.

I genuinely think I just had one of the best pedicures of my entire life…read more Buddies has a phenomenal business and they're offering an incredible experience -- but before I even get into the pedicure itself, I have to talk about the atmosphere. It is so inclusive, welcoming, and upbeat. I don't think there was a single person in the room who wasn't laughing or smiling. The customers and employees were all so kind, accommodating, and genuinely joyful. It was honestly refreshing. Also: small little secret... they have a full bar upstairs. Not just champagne or wine -- actual cocktails. I had whiskey during my pedicure and it was amazing. Now the pedicure: I got the Luxurious Pedicure package (their highest level), and it was completely worth it. The amount of treatments you get is impressive, but what really stood out was the massage work. They didn't just focus on legs/shins/calves -- they really spent time on the bottom of my foot. They even used heated stones on the bottoms of my feet, and it was unreal. David did a phenomenal job on my cats eye nails too! I love them! If I could give them a million stars, I would. Incredible experience, and I'll absolutely be coming back. I'll be recommending Buddies to anyone and everyone -- and I'm already planning to bring friends.

I am leaving Unwind always very satisfied. I am feeling myself completely restored and relaxed…read moreafter a 90-minutes massage. Jessica met me at the front desk -- she was very helpful, attentive, and professional. Max did an excellent job, as always!

OK, REWIND! Unwind Wellness has won me and my partner over…read more We really haven't stopped daydreaming about our experience ever since and are looking forward to our next spa date. We had such a pleasant encounter with the receptionist, Nicole, from the moment we walked in and were placed with 2 masseuses who were top-tier and gifted with the art of touch. Our couples massage was beyond rejuvenating and serene for each of us and we were truly able to decompress (and leave a lot of muscle knots behind on the table)! We both left feeling SO much lighter, connected within our bodies and to each other, and grateful we accepted the offer to give Unwind another chance. I am so impressed with the level of intention and care that the owner, Antonio, has displayed in making sure that we were in the absolute best hands the second time around. He was very apologetic that we had an off day on our first visit and really turned things a total 180. It's evident that he is passionate about his business, is extremely detail-oriented (the decor is GORGEOUS!), and has strived to exceed the 5-star reputation his establishment deserves. In a world where self-care tends to be an afterthought or a treat, I'm feeling inspired to carve out time to visit Unwind Wellness on a regular basis. I'm so glad I found the right match (and might have to gatekeep my masseuse's name because she is THAT good)!

BEST massage in dc. I've been a bunch of the nice spas here but I keep coming back to Deluca. They…read moreare the best for deep tissue and lower back pain. Would HIGHLY recommend and very cost friendly. Karla is amazing

Had an amazing massage with Karla!! She was awesome, looking forward to returning!…read more The space is very nice and clean as well!

As a member of the Vida gym, I receive a discount at the Aura Spa on Tuesdays. Thus, despite not…read morenormally getting a massage unless I'm on vacation, I decided to give them a go here. The price for a 60 minute massage is very fair for being right in the city, $130 before the discount, $110 with it (before gratuity). I have not tried any other services. Since I am a member of the gym, I knew it was located in the gym along with the hair salon and was not surprised by the entrance procedure. Rather, I was incredibly impressed by the tranquil environment they managed to create within the busy gym. Once you enter the space, there's dim mood lighting, relaxing music, water, and a separate bathroom. You wouldn't even know you're in the gym. I received a massage form one masseuse, thought it was good, and so I went back for a second with the same individual. The second time, I was deeply unimpressed. The whole experience was much more wholistic and caressing than a pressure-based massage--even after I requested more pressure. It didn't even feel like I had had a massage afterwards. So for my third session, I decided to try someone different: Ronnie. And Ronnie was amazing. He incorporated so many different techniques, including stretching, and threw in some extras like heat and aroma, even going a little over time. I would definitely book Ronnie again. It is a shame that there's no way to tell on the app (that I could see) what type of massage each masseuse specializes in, so you could select one who matches your preferences. My experiences with each masseuse were so different, and it seems a little silly that I would need to try them all before finding my favorite.

I booked a last minute massage here with Anthony for my wedding weekend and it was incredible…read more Definitely one of the best massages ever. I'm so I found this place and I would definitely return here if I lived in the area. Just all around fantastic service and vibes.

I got my first facial at the Penn Quarter location and it was perfect! The space was clean,…read moreeveryone was friendly, Dominique was amazing. My skin looked so dewy and refreshed afterwards. I was so impressed I bought the membership. Can't wait for my next facial.

This place is wonderful. I had a 50 minute Acne-Fighting Facial with Donnice and a day later the…read moreresults are amazing-- my skin is clearer, brighter and honestly, i look younger. truly great results thanks to such a great aesthetician. I love how she described everything as she did it, and how she listened to my goals ahead of time so that she could really target specific areas and results. It was easy to book online (and there is a Yelp DC code to get $30 off if you're a new client! If the online booking doesn't take the code, just mention it in the note and they will apply it when you check out). Its very clean and modern. A thin sparkly curtain separates people, not walls, but I found the experience peaceful and the results are great. Its a little pricey to me, but I think in the world of high quality facials, its priced just right. You won't regret going!

This was one of my many birthday treats organized by my boyfriend and boy was it a delightful one!…read more Staff- AMAZING! They were so friendly and celebrated my birthday upon walk in Facility- clean and the decor of choice created an immediate relaxing vibes. My massage therapist was Sogbe (hope I spelled it correctly) and boy was she EXCELLENT! She understood my medical needs and took her time to provide great services. I cannot wait to visit again!!!! It's a oasis on 14 street

The spa itself is fine. No frills. Clean. The rooms are quiet enough. The bathrooms are very…read moreclean. I booked a couples massage. I booked the appointment online and put down the necessary deposit. They were running a special for the month of January- 10% off during weekdays and it included aromatherapy. The 10% off did not automatically apply and I'm pretty sure I didn't get the discount. Parking- street parking if available. We lucked up and got a spot right in front of the spa. No paying a meter was required. My massage therapist was Mike and my husband's massage therapist was Kimberly. The couple's room was tight so I could feel, see and hear every time my husband's therapist talked to him or when she moved. My husband felt that Kimberly just couldn't get the pressure right even though she asked. He also felt like she took a break after every touch so there was awkwardly long waiting periods. He said her touch was often too soft even though he told her the pressure wasn't enough. She was pleasant; notwithstanding, she just wasn't the right therapist for him. Mike also asked me once about the pressure and at the time, it was okay. As the massage went on, it became uncomfortable. In all fairness, I should've spoken up. The elbow and forearm down the back and around the shoulders was the most painful. We got the massages on Monday morning and I'm still in pain on Wednesday. This is the first time I've asked for a male massage therapist and boy could I tell the difference. The pressure alone was intense. The best part was the scalp rub and the lavender scent (although there was something mid-massage that smelled like mildew). When asked what areas of focus before starting, I mentioned that I wanted my mid-back and arms focused on because I have carpal tunnel. Those areas weren't paid any special attention--they were simply apart of the regularly scheduled program - upper left, then upper right, then lower left, the lower right, then flip and repeat and end with scalp. This was the process for both my husband and I though he was flipped front a lot sooner than I was. Overall, I wouldn't mind returning if I'm in the area and trying another therapist.

Wonderful customer service! I flew in for a meeting, and they were able to accommodate me that day…read more Lari, the receptionist, provided exceptional customer service from start to finish. Jordan, my stylist, gave me the best haircut and blow-dry I have had in years. He listened to my needs and executed everything beautifully. Lari and Jordan could have a book on properly managing customer service. I am considering finding more reasons to visit DC so I may frequent this salon. If you are the type of person that is consistently late to appointments, disrespectful to service staff, and complain about paying for missed appointments, do not come to this salon. Time has financial value, and this salon is too good for you and your selfish ways.

I had a wonderful experience at One80salon, entire staff warm and friendly, everyone worked as a…read moresolid team and the owner ( chief) is amazing. I recommend this space to anyone needing hair assistance

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience from start to finish. The spa is located in a hotel and the…read moreentryway of the hotel is palacial and historic. You check in at reception and the staff there offered warm apple cider and cookies, setting the tone even more. A staff member escorts you to the spa on the 2nd floor. You walk down another beautiful hallway and enter the intimate, wonderfully-fragranced spa. I received a massage from Rosemary. I always request male therapists because I need deep tissue pressure so I was skeptical but she discussed my needs with me and met them with skill and accuracy and with lavender-scented oil. The cumulative effect was total relaxation and pain relief, which I totally needed. My sister was seen by Michael and had equally raving reviews. Overall, a very luxurious and relaxing experience and it was incredible having just the 2 of us in the spa throughout our time there. Highly recommended as a gift (to yourself or for someone else!) or for a special occasion.

From the owner: The Petite Spa at The Jefferson offers an exclusive, enlightening spa experience in Washington, DC…read more This intimate setting caters to only a fortunate few at a time, with each visit custom-crafted to the client's desires. Fragrant botanicals, ancient spa traditions and the latest wellness techniques join together to help you look and feel your best. Our enticing menu features massages, facials and body treatments as well as a specialized vinotherapy reflecting Thomas Jefferson's passion for wine.