I had the "Celestial Path" package (1-hour massage & 30-minute facial) - with "Monique" (whose real name is Mai). I treated myself to this after nearly 2 years of an extremely stressful living situation during lockdown, which caused me to hold a tremendous amount of stress throughout my body. Mai/Monique massaged my ENTIRE body - lower back, neck, feet, hands and was very intuitive about the treatment she gave. This healing experience helped me release ALL tension and feel such a sense of openness and relief. The facial treatment left the skin on my face feeling soft and my eyes and spirits brightened after years of insomnia. I most highly recommend that you make the time to provide this healing for yourself!! The kindness and TLC that I received from Mai was deeply touching on a spiritual level. All people would benefit from this amazing treatment. BOOK TODAY!! You will be glad you did. read more

Wow had the most blissful massage with Nicole! She took the time to check in with me about my painful areas. I have chronic low back pain and knee pain and was pain free post massage! She used a combo of Swedish and tui na and cupping for a full body stress release. Bellisima is clean professional and quiet. Will be back for sure. read more

I finally redeemed the gift certificate my son and daughter-in-law gave me several months ago. From the moment I entered the spa, I was delighted by the calming Asian atmosphere with music, flowers, statues and other adornments. I received a wonderful massage from Monique; both firm and soothing. That was followed by a heavenly facial while still relaxing on the heated table. The series of creams and masks left my skin feeling refreshed and nourished. read more

With the other great Yelp reviews here, I decided to give Bellissima a try. I selected the Celestial Path (1 hour full body massage with Jasmine oil and 30 min of facial). As I arrived, the room was fully prepped with heater on and zen music in the background. When it came to the actual massage experience, all I can say is "WOW". Monique, the owner, was perfectly in sync with my body, from breathing to pressure. She is also calm, patient, kind-hearted and very skillful. After coming here, it makes all the massages I've had elsewhere (and there are a lot) seem amateur. I am so glad I found Bellissima. They've just gained a new loyal customer and I will be bringing friends and family here for sure. read more

My massage with Monique was amazing. The spa is clean and has a calming atmosphere. Monique was so kind from beginning to end and encouraged me to breathe and relax during my massage. I had a 90 minute indulgent massage that included stretches and a quick scrub at the end to get the oil off my back, which I appreciated. After the massage, she offered me some water and came out with a glass that had a slice of fresh orange in it, such a nice touch. I had gotten this massage as a gift and am so happy with the experience. read more

A peaceful spot with kind souls who know what they are doing! I came in after tweaking my back and Catalina fixed me right up. One of the best massages I've ever had complete with oils, scrub and all round good vibes. read more

I have been a customer for 20 years and come back because the massages are excellent and the environment is just what you want. Not some big Spa with a long row of rooms and everyone stopping 10 minutes before the hour . This is Simple quiet full of little surprises like nice smells gentle lighting and quiet music. Monique does a wonderful job of letting you feel relaxed from the minute you step in the door. She has turned the lower level of her home into an efficient and effective space with five rooms, steam shower, manicure and massage chair, but her real Forte is the creativity in her massage packages and combinations she has. Look it up. Excellent for wedding parties or gift certificates. read more

I have been a loyal client to Bellissima Day Spa for about three years now, and I went back today for my first massage since lockdown, and I will say, I feel like a new person. I had so much pent up stress in my back and shoulders that has all disappeared. Such a lovely experience and it's still super clean and protocol was in place. If you're looking for a place to go get pampered, let Bellissima Day Spa take care of you. read more

I got a Groupon for a Brazilian wax from Bellissima, and I was able to book an appointment rather early in the morning without any issues. When I came in, Thanh was was ready to take me into the waxing room in the back. I was slightly amused at the doctor's office style "long-roll-of-white-paper-pulled-over-the length-of-the-table" for easy disposal between clients. We did underarms first and throughout this time she was very sweet and talkative. The actual waxing though....=[ I have been to a European Wax Center before in the past and I definitely do not remember them doing this many small pulls (as opposed to a few large pulls). I consider myself fairly pain tolerant, but damn..this was pushing it even for me. I wouldn't have minded if my target (read: hard-to-reach-myself) areas were eventually completely taken care of, but multiples pulls over the same area AND extra tweezing still left me with numerous hairs still in place. Needless to say, I was pretty disappointed. If I go back, it'd would probably be for massage or a mani/pedi instead, lol. read more

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Spent several hours searching for a local spa for my first massage and my birthday treat to my friend - I wasn't sure what to make of this place after reading other reviews but ultimately decided it was my best bet. Best decision ever! I had some difficulty communicating over the phone with the staff due to their heavy accents (I'm Asian as well, but there were definitely a lot of "what?"s coming from my end), but booked a full body massage and pedicure for two. The store is located in a quaint, suburban part of Berkeley with a wooden sign on the gate. It's wonderfully furnished inside and the scent of incense is very soothing. We were greeted promptly and served fruit water while they prepared our room. They were very patient with us first-timers and I was grateful that it wasn't very busy when we went. I won't claim to be a massage connoisseur so I can't really attest to how good the massage was, but I will say that both my friend and I felt lighter than air and ten times more relaxed after the massage. Our massage therapists were firm and listened to our requests, and bore through my little bursts of ticklish-ness. The pedicure was interesting for me as that was my first one ever too, but I felt like a queen while getting it done. It's been about 3 weeks since our appointment and my nail polish still looks pristine. The women who gave us our pedicures were kind and cute in that Asian mom kind of way - they talked with us about their families and history. My friend said they were a lot more personable than people at the pedi places she usually went to. Should I ever be in need of a massage/pedicure/facial/anything treatment, I'm definitely coming back here. Prices are reasonable for their amazing services and I felt at home. read more

Hands down one of the BEST massages in the Bay Area. My fiancé and I came here to unwind after a long week of work, and they were able to massage all my tension and knots away. We left the spa feeling refreshed, relaxed and ready for the new week. We'll be coming back again (soon)! read more

Bellissima Day Spa - Couples massage - Day Spas Near Me - Berkeley, California

My boyfriend treated me to some pampering at Bellissima Day Spa for my birthday. My massage was exactly what I needed that day, it took all my aches and tension away. Monique is a healer, after my massage I walked away feeling light and 10 years younger! I am really excited to head back and try a facial! Thank you Monique! read more

I was here yesterday and it was pure heaven. Ive been coming here for years and was SO happy when I found out they had been able to reopen. One 90 minute massage later and I felt so much of this years tension leave my body. Monique and Than are so lovely and have hands made of healing magic. If you're cramped up and stressed, do yourself a favor. Make an appointment, put on your mask and GO! Your body will thank you. Last night was the best sleep I've had in weeks. read more

This will be my go-to place whenever I feel like needing relaxation for my body. The place embraces with both Asian and Western culture which gives a very new experience. I chose the Completing Healing package included both facial and back massages ($150 original but they are currently discounted for $90). I fell asleep in the middle of the treatment! It not only felt super relaxing but also gave me the sense of harmony and you actually felt that the energy was flowing within your body. The owner is Vietnamese and you could pick up some exhibits in the store which infused Vietnamese as well as Asian culture. The place overall is a cute little place which prioritizes quietness and privacy. It's located in Berkeley but when you come in, you feel like it's a remote area because you can 100% focus on the relaxation/peace and the staff there they will make sure you receive the highest level of relaxation and privacy. read more

From the moment you enter, you know you are in a special place (or Fairy House as I like to call it). I love everything from the doorway, garden and welcoming reception of the perfect temperature water with a nice slice of orange all the way to the amazing pedals on the roof of their bathroom which radiated like the sun. But that's not why you are reading this so I apologize for my mesmerizing intro. This was by far the best massage I have gotten in Berkeley (or anywhere for that point). My friend and I had a couples massage and both of us where shocked when the hour ended, since we were convinced it was at least 3 hours that our bodies were being rejuvenated. That's how relaxing it was! My favorite part about the massage was that they spend a good portion massaging my body while the blanket was on. Then they slowly start to move on to your bare skin. I have not had this experience before so it was a great technique. (PS: I get massages regularly). During the entire time there was no talking - best part! At the end, as we were sipping on tea poured from the most adorable Japanese tea set, we noticed all the flowers and orchids in the reception area and complimented the owner on the nice touch to add color via fake flowers. To my surprise, she said they are ALL real. Wait 'til you see these beauties, you won't believe it. When I asked her secret of keeping orchids alive and blooming, she said (quoting) "They are relaxed so they grow" (Now that's a mantra! Should she start her own church?) I was sad to leave the Fairy House and can't wait to go back! read more

LOVE this place and soo sad it will be a while until I come back. I've been going to Belissima Day Spa for about 3 years now? Priti worked on me for a bit, but the past couple months Maya has been doing the massages and she is SO good! I've never had a bad or even an OK massage here. I hold A LOT of tension in my shoulders/neck area and Maya just gets in there and makes me feel so relaxed. MAN, I am so bummed I have to leave and find another place! But it's okay, for anyone wanting to try this place out, do it and ask for Maya. Thank you guys, I'll miss you! read more

Exceptional and highly skillful body work by Monique and Nicole. I booked two of the the "Celestial Path" packages which included a full one hour massage and table facial. The practitioners were both very intuitive and combined a mix of techniques for a fully healing treatment. This spa is a treasure. Very grateful for all of your work! read more

Once you step into the garden and enter through the door you arrive in a blissful, tranquil realm. The staff are gentle and personable. The environment is cosy and soothing, on cold, damp days there is a fire to relax by. I absolutely recommend their facials! read more

This place was really cute, and the woman who did my mani pedi was nice, but I couldn't believe how badly the manicure turned out. The nails were jagged and poorly filed and the clear polish was almost entirely chipped off within two days. They weren't busy at all so I don't understand why she did such a sloppy job. It's unfortunate because I really would have liked to patronize this place. read more

Bellissima Day Spa - Uneven nails, sloppy cuticles, chipped clear polish. - Day Spas Near Me - Berkeley, California

My masseuse was Priti! I went to this spa before the New Year with a friend and we got the same massage package (60 min full body, forgot the name of the package). It was INCREDIBLE - after our massages we both talked about it and agreed that we never thought we would never feel our physical pains ever again, haha. Agreeing with me, both of our masseuses were able to pinpoint our trouble areas, without each of us actually telling them where we were having issues! They were very in-tune with feeling out what our bodies worked with and wanted, very formal yet incredibly nice, and the whole environment was serene and beautiful (not culturally appropriative of the aesthetics like most spas, which is important to me). It's been about two weeks and my back issues haven't resurfaced, which is a super pleasant surprise! I'll definitely be going back. Also, tip your masseuses and other beauty technicians! If you can't afford to tip, you shouldn't be going to places which offer the opportunities to do so. Bellissima didn't make it obvious about tips so I had to ask how to tip, which the counter lady gladly let me know how to (you put them in a little envelope which is cute) - another good sign that tipping wasn't "necessarily" a higher priority. read more

I woke up with pain in my right hip. Maybe I slept wrong or it just might be I sat too long yesterday. At any rate, got an appointment at Bellissima and had a great massage from Carla, who has strong firm hands and was able to locate the tight sore muscle and released it. Being that I am not from this area, This was my first time at this establishment, but it was clean, nicely appointed and I was NOT disappointed at all. Had a 75 minute massage and felt much better after my session. I will return when I am in this area again. read more

I had one of the best massages I've ever had here! The environment was very relaxing and my masseuse was very good at her job. I definitely hope to come back! I've actually never posted a review on Yelp but they asked me to, and I want to support them so they can stay for years to come read more

You get what you pay for... this is a review for the couple's massage. I am by no means a connoisseur of massages, but I've had quite a few and this ranks in the lower half. Came here with now-husband for a couple's massage. It was the week before our wedding and we were in need of some much-needed self-care and stress relief before the big weekend. The entry and reception are nice, if a little overstocked with trinkets for sale - it was cozy and homey, but the tables and racks of sales were not exactly relaxation-inducing. Felt like the checkout line aisle of last-minute impulse buys. We met our masseuses soon after arriving and then were taken back to the couple's room shortly thereafter. Pros: strong massage Cons: 1. Most masseuses ask if you have any injuries, and discuss what type of massage you're interested in (deep tissue, Swedish, etc...) no such discussion here. They just went for it. My masseuse went straight to a deep tissue with firm pressure, which is what I needed - but a discussion beforehand about my problem areas - trigger points, etc - would have been greatly appreciated. 2. Masseuses hands were ice cold. I almost jumped off the table when she first touched me. 3. Massage was not even - right leg was pretty much an afterthought, didn't receive as much attention as my left leg. 4. You could clearly hear the phone ringing in reception (that went on and on and on) and what I assume was a delivery person banging on the front door. Not relaxing. 5. Probably the most unsettling: There was point in the massage where I was lying on my back and an eye mask is placed over my eyes - this was fine. Then my masseuse proceeded to pull back a curtain - I noticed the room got brighter. Now, the couple's massage room is on the first floor of the building and this window faced their courtyard/front of building. I was uncomfortable in that parts of my body were exposed to who/God knows what. I'm not an overly shy person - but I found this inappropriate. At least warn/ask first! TLDR: There are more professional massage experiences out there. read more

Monique is an amazing massage therapist (and facialist)!! I had the 90 minute Indulgent Massage and left feeling relaxed and peaceful for days (and this was during an unusually stressful time). I've been getting massages for over 40 yrs regularly and this was probably the best massage I've ever had- it released all my tight muscles without hurting in the process or feeling sore the next day!! I've had her European Destressing Facial twice in the past and not only does it leave your skin feeling & looking great, her head, neck, and shoulder massage will leave you feeling relaxed (extractions are gentle). So whether you are going thru a stressful time or just want to feel good, I highly recommend Monique- I would give her a 10 if I could!! The environment is also very peaceful and tranquil- Bellissima Zen Spa is the perfect name for this day spa!! I plan to be a regular for massage and facials!! Namaste Monique!! Tami B. read more

Was visiting from out of state and needed to kill some time on a Tuesday so I decided to treat myself to a massage at Bellissima. Boy, was that the best way to kill time. Ever. I had a 60-minute massage with Thana and loved every second of it. After the massage I learned that they offer a dollar a minute massage on Monday and Tuesday. You get an hour long massage for $60! Any other day of the week it is $75 for an hour, which in my opinion, would be worth every penny. I left the salon wishing I lived in the Bay Area just so I could frequent Bellissima to get massages from Thana. Highly recommend this place! read more

This place is right by my house so it's super convenient, the woman at the counter is super sweet - I've had about a half dozen massages here. Inu is great, can't wait til she gets back from vacation. I just had a massage with a massage therapist I haven't had before and I was pretty disappointed. Her touch was really light, unsure and shaky. I realized that she had long nails that seemed to be preventing her from massaging fully. She was kind but I got the feeling she was new. I also heard a loud conversation, someone clipping their nails and a woman screaming from a movie someone must have been watching in another room. I'm leaving without feeling relaxed which is why I splurge on a 90 minute massage every so often. I love to tip well, a holdover my my own service days, but couldn't do it tonight. Bummed. Can't wait for Inu to be back. read more

Made a last minute appointment for cupping therapy- did not disappoint!! Probably will be a regular here.

This is a cute salon/spa located in the bottom half of a huge Victorian home in Berkeley. The staff was super friendly and thorough. read more

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I have been going here for years. Best massage in Berkeley. Love the the healing and wholesome ness of spa very relaxing and healing

I was really sketched out about going to a spa in the basement of a Victorian apartment building across the street from my house. After all, my neighborhood isn't the best, and who ever heard of a spa in a basement? I envisioned damp, dark, musty rooms and I've been warned about what can happen in unsanitary conditions. After finding out my favorite bikini guru was MIA, I had a mini-meltdown. And a date in 3 hours. Left with no options, I gave it a shot. I am so happy I did!! Bellissima Day Spa is an oasis on the mean streets of South Berkeley. It is a little slice of spa heaven. Brightly painted and decorated with care, it is clean, and tidy. I fell in love with the little place across the street. My bottom has never been so smooth with such little pain. I even booked a massage. It was so good, I fell asleep. Maybe it's better for my wallet that I only "discovered" this place two months ago :) read more

I can't believe I can afford this place! Their quality is amazing- complete dedication in your comfort. I just moved to Berkeley and really wanted to go to a day spa to celebrate my birthday. I found this place on Yelp and went to their website. They have a 20% off deal if you go on your birthday! That added to the already discounted Celestial Path combo, and I was set. I called two days ahead of time and was able to pick whatever time I wanted to come in. I got there fifteen minutes early and there was no wait. Thanh started me off with an hr massage. Her hands are pure bliss. I started coughing part way through and she was very kind about it. I was given water and she patiently continued through the coughing. The massage transitioned into a 30 min facial in the same room. Wonderful smelling fruity lotions were used and my face looks great now. Thanh really took the time to relax and nurture my face. After that was a 30 min hydrotherapy bath. I was iffy about this and really only got it as part of the combo, but I would highly recommend it for others. You can add it to anything for $15. They led me to the room and carried all of my belongings for me. A hot bath with limes (awesome addition to a bath!) and leaves was waiting for me. The room was clean, dimly lit to set the mood, and I was able to relax more than I have in any bath at home. Before this I had never gotten more than a massage at a spa, but with these prices I will hopefully be able to treat myself again and again. Thanh and everyone I met were kind and professional and the whole spa had a wonderful ambiance. I can't wait to return and bring friends. read more

For the price, I thought Bellissima was great. I've gone to some of the more expensive spas in the area (Claremont, for one) and the prices here were significantly lower and the services just as nice. I also got a walk-in appointment which was great, and it seemed like there were a lot of good package deals. The place is cute, the pictures on the site don't do it justice and they offered me tea and water with lemon several times. I liked that because if there's one thing I don't want, it's dehydration. Things I didn't like as much: I got a salt scrub which was really a massage that used salt. I was hoping to have the top 10 layers of my epidermis removed and that didn't happen. The facial I got was great but it didn't actually last the full 50 minutes and seemed to contain a lot of head scratching. I'm pretty good at scratching my own head, so I'm not sure if I need a large portion of my facial dedicated to it. read more

Reaching the half century mark deserved a great day of pampering, just what they provided at Bellissima! I chose the "Experiencing Paradise" package and added on an additional 30 minutes to the massage. Since it was my birthday and they offer a birthday discount, the cost was an amazing deal. As others have said, ask for Thanh for the massage - her fingers found every knot in my back & shoulders, and worked out most of them. Her technique is relaxing, then stimulating. A great massage. The mani/pedicure was wonderful. The parrafin wax was just right and left my hands feeling "oh-so-soft". I don't recommend the natural nail polish, it was still gouge-able today. Wonderful decor & atmosphere, I can't wait for my next appt! read more

I really wanted to like this place and thought I would because of the good ratings on Yelp but I think this was one of the most painful Brazilian wax I ever had :( it was different from other places I've been. Usually when I get a Brazilian they will use hard wax on some parts to pull it off, but at Belissima they used soft wax (I think) the whole time and used strips to take all the wax off. This made it take a lot longer and my wax took over 30 mins, usually I'm done in 15-20. It also didn't take the hair out of the roots, and so my hair grew back a lot faster and I was left with more ingrown hairs than before. The service was good and the lady was super nice, but I don't think I will come back here for a wax unfortunately read more

My boyfriend treated me with a spa package which consisted of an hour massage, 30 minute facial and a mani/pedi. It seemed a little questionable from the outside since the spa is in the basement of an old Victorian. The inside looked a little better and exuded a rustic, natural ambiance. I was ushered by a nice Asian lady into the massage room. Then I quickly submitted to her magic fingers for the next hour. Her hands were firm yet gentle at same time, and were precise in their moves. She did my facial as well which was also lovely. Although it was a basic facial with no extractions, her magic fingers were also at work. Surprisingly enough, she also did my nails. Unfortunately, the magic stopped there. I chose white nail polish for my hands and the paint job was done very poorly. My toes were a bit better but it was still a mediocre job. I'm assuming her hands must be tired from the massage and facial, which is why they should consider having a separate nail technician. I would come back again for a massage. read more

Lovely and relaxing day spa. Would highly recommend to anyone in need of a relaxing treat.

After reading other reviews on this place I went for it and was delighted by their service-- and their prices! This spa looks more expensive than it is. Thanh performed two as-painless-as-can-be wax services and she's got me hooked on a monthly basis from now on. FYI, her days off are Sundays. Also, she informed me about the massage discounts Monday through Thursday and introduced me to some packages that are amazing, and for some reason not yet on their website. read more

I can't believe I had never been here before! Just a small, unassuming day spa tucked into an old Berkeley Victorian, but the spa was relaxing, well thought out, and professional. I got a couples massage with my wife yesterday and we both said it was one of the best massages we'd ever received. They are really strong! They're also very attentive to your needs should you find you are able to surface from the relaxation cloud and ask. At one point I asked for a pillow under my knees and the massage therapist not only placed one, but also stretched out my knees and hips so that I could be loose and comfortable. Overwhelming positive experience. I feel great today! We will be going back. read more

skip this place and look elsewhere. i went here for an eyebrow wax and the woman (i believe she was the owner) took about one minute to do it, no joke. just used a few strips and some wax and it was done. no trimming, plucking, shaping or any of the other things i expect in a good eyebrow wax. she did not seem to give much attention to her work and seemed more concerned with getting me in and out. if you are looking for a good wax, do yourself a BIG favor and head over to annahita, just a few blocks away. the price is better and the wax is SO much better! i also tried the chair massage - big mistake. perhaps if you like a super light touch (that is, almost non-existent) it would satisfy you, but personally i found it terribly disappointing. read more

SUCH a great massage! The spa is cute and very clean. I felt so well taken care of and relaxed. The massage itself was amazing! I highly recommend this spa!! read more