I've been in The Durham Salt Cave twice and absolutely love going there! I honestly wish I could have a salt cave experience once or twice a month. Both times I've been Kelsey was our guide and she is amazing! She walks the group through what is going to happen and explains the known benefits of time spent in a salt cave. She offers blankets, hot stones, and eye masks for the experience. It is so relaxing being in the zero gravity chairs listening to the calming music and enjoying a moment that is not filled with all of the noise, stress, and chaos of everyday life. The first time I went was for a girl's day out. Four of us went and we all loved it so much! I told my Dad about how amazing it was and he wanted to go for the health benefits. I gifted him a salt cave experience for father's day and we took my mom and my husband with us. My dad really enjoyed it and said he has not experienced any pain in his feet since going which is amazing because he experiences pain in the soles of his feet every day. Seems like a new health benefit has been unlocked! I (and my dad!) will definitely be back and I highly recommend that everyone has a salt cave experience! They also offer massages which I have heard are amazing but I've not booked a massage myself. read more

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What a great experience nothing from what I expected. My friend sett up an appointment for our group of 4 and it was lovely! The zero gravity seats that vibrate and the sounds, and additional options just made the experience so relaxing and very much needed! The room was a comfortable temperature with the heating pad on the seat, you are given a blanket in case you do get cold. I loved the details and information we received on what to expect and what was going to happen! The mint tea at the end was also such a wonderful touch! All in all I am ready to go back! I have already started looking into a membership! read more

I really enjoyed my first Salt + Sound appointment this morning. It was very relaxing! The whole atmosphere is relaxing, and the staff is very nice and helpful. read more

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Really great experience! My daughter and I did the salt cave and it was so relaxing. Parking right out front, very clean and very comfortable. The lady who guided us was very nice as well. We both fell asleep and felt so relaxed afterwards. read more

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The team at the Durham Salt Cave ensures a safe, inclusive, and calm environment so you can completely relax and nurture yourself. Tea provided and warm blankets given. The vibrational sound chairs are unique and so healing combined with the salt halotherapy. There is not another salt cave like this - take the time to go and feel the incredible experience! read more

Took my husband for his birthday. It's very clean. They send you to a nice locker/restroom to change into a white robe and slippers. Initially we were the only ones in the salt cave. Towards the end of the session, a couple of ladies came. Relaxing music plays while you lay in reclining chairs wearing an eye mask and with a blanket. It was quite relaxing. I don't know if the salt helped or not. I will say that it was nice and relaxing so it met the goal I guess. read more

I took my husband here for his birthday to have a unique experience. We did the 45 min salt cave/sound therapy and we had a lovely, relaxing time. We booked the salt suite, but since there were no other parties at our appointment time we were "upgraded" to the cave. I wore a tank and thick leggings because it was a cold day, but next time I'll probably wear shorts to be able to expose as much of myself as possible while in the cave. You are given a comfy blanket and hot stones, but I found it pretty warm in there that day and didn't need the blanket. My only extremely slight negative is we were sat in the loungers closest to the fan(?) that pumps out the medical grade salt during the experience, and with my ADHD I found the whirring of the fan louder than the sound therapy in the beginning (which is quiet in the beginning) and it was distracting and prevented me from falling into total relaxation. My husband didn't even notice it though, and he was transfixed before our guide even left the room. Next time I'll prefer to sit further from the fan. My husband tends to not be into "woo woo" but he said his experience was amazing - he was so relaxed he could barely lift his arms. He fell asleep and said it was a hypnotic state. The owner is extremely kind and soothing. It's incredible he built the place himself too, everything is just beautiful and so carefully considered. We will definitely be back, we would love to try having a massage before entering the salt room. This business is an amazing addition to Durham. Definitely try it! Thank you! read more

Wonderful space to de-stress and breathe easy. We had a great time there. Truly a refuge to take a 45 minute reset on the edge of Durham. Wonderful, inspired owners too. read more

Durham Salt Cave - Massage Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This experience was incredible! From the moment you walk in, the energy shifts to a calm, serene, and peaceful atmosphere. You're warmly greeted, and the soothing aroma sets the tone right away. My wife had been dealing with sinus issues for a week, and after the session, her nose stopped running and the pressure disappeared. As for me, I'm always seeking inner healing and treatments that bring clarity--and wow! I feel like I've undergone a complete reset. It's hard to put into words, but even 24 hours later, I still feel like I'm walking on clouds! read more

Super solid. Very relaxing. Had never been to a salt cave. Seemed like a good rainy day spot...and it definitely was. Very clean and zen with a modern feel. Staff was chill and welcoming. I'd go back for sure. read more

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Wow, soooo relaxing. We visited a salt cave in Asheville several years ago and wanted to try this place in Durham. While Googling them I actually stumbled upon a Groupon, which was not expected but welcome. I called and asked how to book online using the Groupon and was given instructions on how to do so. We visited on a weekday while I had the day off. The owner is very friendly and explained everything to us. We sat back and enjoyed the relaxing lights and music (okay, so the music was a tiny bit loud) while the micro salt particles were blown in. What made this better than the Asheville cave in my opinion is that their special chairs vibrated gently to the music. That combination just lulls you into a more relaxed state. Honestly, I can't say I benefited from the salt therapy itself but did thoroughly enjoy the experience, which was capped with cups of chamomile tea. This is a nice addition to the area. read more

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Fantastic experience! I came here to heal myself after a 6 hr drive to a convention in Durham. I was tired and tense. After my amazing massage with Julie , my knots in my body dissolved! I highly recommend her. Knowledgeable &talented. The cave itself feels so peaceful. The staff is welcoming & competent. The place is clean and visually magical . The Himalayan salt room was visually beautiful & so calming. Wonderful experience!! read more

This place is the best ever!!! Me and my friend accidentally actually turned up for our appointment late, as we had mistakenly told ourselves our 10am appointment was at 11am. Thank goodness Bruce was so sweet, kind, and understanding, and he still let us keep our treatment since we were lucky and there was time and space to still make it happen. Even just chatting with Bruce before and after the salt room was like catching up with an old friend. The space and salt room itself are beautiful and luxurious, it feels like a retreat the second you walk into the doors. The chairs lean way back. He also gave us warmed salt stones to place on our bodies which was an extra treat. There are headphones to make the music an extra immersive experience, and the chairs even vibrate along with the music which was super lovely. We felt so relaxed when we left, and we already can't WAIT to return for more. read more

A truly healing experience! The salt cave experience was relaxing and rejuvenating and Aubrey and Bruce and team are dedicated to healing and wellness, and providing a space for the local community to thrive. read more

So great! Super relaxing and a beautiful space. The woman who helped us was great and so helpful in explaining the process. Would go again.

An incredible, must do experience. A healing, relaxing & powerful act of self-care. Every detail is carefully attended to. Will be back!

I had an hour-long massage with Cleo. The Cave is welcoming, quiet and calm. They have a helpful form to fill out with outlines of the body so that one may indicate "trouble" spots. Cleo and I had a good discussion before any work started. She was skilled, sensitive and quietly checked in with me now and then throughout the massage. I will definitely be back! read more

This experience was absolutely relaxing and magical! The staff there was super friendly and welcoming, and I felt like they genuinely wanted us to relax and heal. I totally agree with the other comments, it's amazing how fast 45 minutes passes! Would absolutely go again read more

We had a wonderful experience in the Salt Cave! I booked a private session with 2 of my girlfriends and the host was extremely accommodating and friendly, and set us up well for our relaxation session. I loved the hot stones and the eye pillow as well as the tea afterwards, it was such a nice and personalized touch. This was a great addition for our trip to Raleigh! read more

Massage with Julie was wonderful and therapeutic and the entire space is peaceful with salt of all shapes and sizes sprinkled and structured throughout the space. Did not visit any of the salt "rooms" but didn't need to. read more

I initially had booked an appointment for just myself but decided to do it with my husband, and am SO glad we went together. We had the massage and Salt Cave plus Sound Therapy sessions. Mark, was my massage therapist and I could not have gotten a better person. My husband enjoyed his massage also. Bruce, and his staff, are professional and pleasant. The chairs in the Salt Cave, were so relaxing we didn't want to leave. Our entire experience was wonderful, its the most relaxed I have felt in weeks. I also noticed I haven't been coughing since my visit. You have to experience this for yourself! read more

I wish I would have visiting this spa for the salt instead of the massage! My partner gave me a gift certificate for a 60min massage at the Cave and I was really looking forward to it. Although the spa itself is quite beautiful and very soothing, the space for the massage felt like an afterthought (bright lights streaming in from the window, shed-like feel). In addition, the cost of the massage is $120 not including tip and the actual service was mediocre. You're unable to request a massage therapist by gender, style, etc. Apparently you just get what you get. I've had many professional massages before and this one was unique, consisting mainly of this person using one hand to rub small circles over my back through a sheet. For the price, I was highly disappointed. Umstead in Raleigh and Fearrington Spa near Chapel Hill are leagues above for a similar price range (plus better amenities). read more

I had the best massage I've ver had in my entire life in this establishment! Was not rushed and didn't feel uncomfortable at all. Like I have so many times before at the big corporate chains!! If you want to best massage ever please call and book your appointment here!!! Mark Kozma is amazing!!! read more

Amazing massage with Cleo. Amazing! The place has the best vibes and parking was easy. Definitely will be back.

I received a gift certificate for my birthday, and this spa did not disappoint. It was my first visit to OUSIA, and I absolutely loved the salt cave. I ended my visit with a relaxing full-body massage. I plan to incorporate the salt cave into my self-care routine! read more

update times two -- STILL NO REFUND. update**** ZERO REFUND AS MANAGER CLAIMED BELOW vvv living arts collective. i moved to durham in november and i was sooo excited to visit but i was experiencing severe trauma finding both my best friend after suicide. along comes COVID, trapped with my abuser. today, unbelievably appalled at the lack of empathy and understanding by a "healing arts space." They called me at 5:00PM when my appt was scheduled. I forgot I made a day to try and get away for from my DV marriage but he cut my drivers license, wouldn't let me take the car with zero access to anything. I bought it in secret on my what I believe to be a secret card. Humiliated, I explained more in detail to the gal I spoke to on the phone & cried because (I disclosed one of my traits being autistic because I felt the need to justify myself.) Point being, I don't miss appointments, periods. Why would I intentionally avoid the first thing I scheduled for myself in 3 years? I was tearing up the entire call. The only woman I spoke to, I wish I got her snotty name, -- WELL, due to their "policy" she could "maybe" offer me half price off my next purchase... I physically could not get there. ...my...next...purchase?! These are the owners, representatives, self-proclaimed healers of a space and as an indigenous woman with healing arts ingrained in my family, I am beside myself. PS: to add to the genuine empathy: (I stumble and got so uncomfortable -- told her about my disability discrimination eviction during COVID & finding BOTH my best friend & brother after taking their lives because of...bullies...??? hmm) she implied: "oh, wheelchair?" not a kind gesture, a next time when you buy, do you need a wheelchair snarky comment. no. NO. this is why invisible disabilities are perpetually swept under the rug. the ignorance is so JUVENILE -- a narrative that's loud and clear -- zero sensitivity training in discrimination and Acts in place to protect discrimination, let alone genuine customer service. Train your employees! one thing you can't teach is empathy. it's innate. never, ever, ever expected this response. thanks for facilitating my first experience in 3 years for myself. cultivate GENUINE kindness. shame on you, i wish i got your name. Working at 5 PM on 9/9/2020. ***very similar to the scrap exchange. "looks good on paper" experience=ableism, deeply-rooted insensitivity covered up by a mission. I AM NOT CLAIMING THAT EVERY SINGLE EMPLOYEE IS THE SAME. Some people are in need of supportive feminine energy which comes along with these places. NOT THAT. I will contact the FTC if i am not refunded. read more

We had an absolute blast with on our date night at the salt cave. We had the whole room to ourselves to find peaceful space to clear our energy during these stressful times. It's always a pleasure coming together with Aubrey & Bruce the two powerhouse zen gurus behind the scenes. A big thank you to them for putting the hard work into creating such a peaceful space. We left the bamboo salt caves feeling revitalized and invigorated to take on life living in the moment and tuning in to our breath. Be here now. read more

My experience at the Durham Salt Cave was altogether expansive -- the vibe was super soothing and supportive. All precautions were taken to ease any COVID-related concern, so I could thoroughly enjoy and surrender to the process. It was my first encounter with halotherapy, which was gentle and clarifying for my respiratory systems. All of the comforts and consideration applied throughout the session allowed for the most relaxed state I've been in in as long as I can remember -- think of your most blissful savasana, and then dive deeper. I recommend to anyone and plan myself to make this a regular part of my self care routine, especially during these particularly stressful times. read more

First time experiencing this Spa and it was FANTASTIC! Mark was incredible, I shared my challenges regarding being a remote worker and on a computer all day and he did his magical thing and alleviated so much of my shoulder & back pain. The salt cave was also a first and I will be going back with anyone looking to relax. read more

Visiting Cave & Spa was a deliciously novel experience; it felt like a healing temple. The translucent salt walls provided a warm glow and the bed of pink salt underfoot was both grounding and exotic. I was immediately comfortable in the soft leather, adjustable recliner and chose to listen to the soothing, trance-like music using headphones while my wife relaxed in silence. We felt surprisingly refreshed and enlivened by the experience and will definitely do it again when we visit Durham in the fall. read more

I had such a wonderful experience at the Durham Salt Cave today. It was like leaving the planet for a bit to relax and breathe for awhile. The chairs were super comfortable and the music was such a perfect way to make my brain turn off so I could relax. Bruce had two delicious hot cups of tea ready for my friend and I when our session was over. I really hope to make this a monthly retreat. read more

Excellent experience! The spa is super-clean and calming; the staff is welcoming, friendly and helpful. Overall, a wonderful experience; I will definitely return. read more

The cave and sound therapy were fantastic. After a stressful and frustrating work week going to a 45 minute session here was exactly what I needed. I sent me into my weekend with positive, clear energy. I can't wait to go back! Staff is also awesome - they went out of their way to help me find parking and make sure I had a great experience. read more

This was such a lovely and relaxing experience! My husband and I enjoyed the 2 person salt and sound. We were given blankets and warm salt stones, then we placed on headphones and were able to also feel the vibrations in the chairs. The entire experience left us feeling so rejuvenated! The only complaint I have is how fast 45 minutes passed! read more

My partner and I wanted a day off together, and this was an amazing way to set the tone! We had a wonderfully calm experience in the cave, with Bruce orienting us. Do yourself a favor and give it a shot! read more

Experience like no other! Zen from start to finish. Staff was warm and friendly. Environment was peaceful and inviting. My daughter and I had a massage but will go back to experience the salt cave. Overall the experience was just what we needed to relax and unwind. Thank you OUSIA for meeting and exceeding our expectations! read more

My daughters and I included the salt cave experience in our girls' weekend in Durham and it was very relaxing and calming. We all enjoyed it very much and would definitely do it again. read more

Awesome and relaxing experience. Helpful and knowledgeable staff...Definitely give it a try!!

A retreat in bustling walkable downtown Durham. I expected the space and host to be a welcome and it exceeded. The music and reclined chair synchronicity was a pleasant surprise creating an embodied rest. And with no melody there was no ear worm to follow me home. Brilliant. A beautiful space for me to practice elemental purification breaths. Thank you. read more

I had a wonderful experience here! Aubrey greeted me at the door, she was very kind and sweet. She went through the logistics, how things worked, and what I should expect. The zero gravity chairs were so comfortable, especially with shifting of body weight. The hot stones were a great addition to the calming sound waves. After my session I felt lighter, more relaxed. This has become apart of "self care"for me . read more