Entering into A Massage By The Sea feels like a magical dreamscape. One step through the door, it…read moreis a sanctuary, and we become enveloped in gorgeous decor, giving pure peace all the way to the soul level. Even walking onto the grounds... it is a mesmerizing experience, beautiful stone walkways surrounded by exquisite floral delight. This massage studio is unique in atmosphere and healing techniques. The sound bath is truly divine.

I've had two massages by Roxanne. Most recently my main concern was a tight and painful neck I've…read morebeen struggling with for months. She worked on it with a combination of hot stones, her hands and other tools - tuning forks, different bells that are new to me - and for the first time in ages it is pain free and I have full range of motion back. If you're used to "traditional" Swedish or other massages, some of what Roxanne does will be unfamiliar and seem a bit strange. If you can trust that she knows what she's doing (which she does) and experience it, at the very least you will have tried something new but likely, you will feel the benefit. If you don't want those things however - just tell her! She listens well and constantly seeks education on new techniques and healing massage therapy approaches. She also checks in throughput the session to make sure the pressure and other aspects are comfortable and acceptable. Besides that she is kind and generous with her time and knowledge. Her studio is comforting and cozy too. I can't wait to go back.

Clean, quaint and all smiles…read more While mooring at Roche Harbor Marina, I took in an afternoon massage. After a quick and easy check in, filling out the standard form, I was toured around the small, but well appointed spa. My locker was open with sandals and robe awaiting. After a quick wash down in the clean, large, tile shower, I managed 12 minutes in the steam room, a great way to relax before my rub down. Another quick wash I retired to the lounge with cucumber water, organic Tazo teas and Pellagreno. The gas log fire was blazing making it very warm but still comfortable as I hydrated over the latest issue of some Mega Yhat magazine. When in Rome. Sydney arrived right on time to lead me down the hall to our room. Dimly lit, smelling fresh and with heated sheets, I relaxed and awaited my 60 minute, deep tissue. Great work! Sydney is fantastic. When she asked if the pressure was ok, I let her know she could go harder. Politely she said that was almost as much as she could go but I could tell she was really trying. Very kind of her. What a great massage. After our well spent hour together, at least for me, more hydration in now a very full lounge until by final scrub down under the rain water bower head. My visits to Roche Harbor will now include a pop in to see Sydney. Thank you.

I LOVED this facial.. I was very grateful that she did not push facial product sales. I was very…read morerelaxed and my skin was very happy and renewed!

What a gem!! I was looking for a friend and I to get massages on our short weekend getaway and I…read morewas having no luck in finding a place - until good fortune smiled upon our trip and I came across Panda Massage. I've gotten massages all of my life and this was an excellent massage. She was very intuitive about where to pay attention to on my body so I didn't have to explain my needs, at all! My girlfriend really enjoyed her experience too. Her massage area was clean and very welcoming. I'm in the personal care industry so I know what to look for and what to look out for ;-) While there were no fluffy bathrobes or cucumber water to distract you from a mediocre massage that a lot of over priced spas perform, it was a relaxing, thorough massage. I will be back, like every time I go to San Juan kind of going back! Her prices were incredibly good as well. A don't miss sort of experience.

The massage therapist was fantastic! We will come back for sure when we are in Friday Harbor. Any…read moretime you need a special treat, go to Panda Massage. You will not be disappointed.

Peggy Jo is the best massage therapist on Orcas, and she's on the West side of the island! I came…read moreout of hibernation and started on my outdoor chores and projects. I was sore and tight, and stretching and rest didn't help much. Peggy Jo is a strong, intuitive, and natural healer. She used different deep tissue techniques that included a warm bamboo stick to stretch and push out the bad mojo in my legs and forearms. I followed up with a Thai stretching massage 2 weeks later. Perfect. Reservations were easy to make on her site. I recommend 90 minutes, minimum. Also, her massage cabin is calming and peaceful.

I could not wait to get home and write this review. Peggy Jo is an exceptional massage therapist…read more I've been to many massage therapists and Peggy Jo is tops. Fantastic, varied technique, strong, intuitive. I felt like I had a brand new body after my massage. Highly, highly recommended.

I am relatively new to getting massages but I have gotten a handful of massages at a variety of…read moreplaces, including at a massage school, professional spas in Oahu, Lanai and Las Vegas and with Melissa at Healing Elements Haleiwa. My experience with Melissa has been the best of all of them. It is very easy to communicate with her what you need and want and want and she does a great job. Haleiwa is a little far for some people (myself included) but I try to make a North Shore trip out of the day and it is always worth it. The cost of the massage is very reasonable, plus as a teacher I get a discount. You don't get the frills of a fancy spa here (but I'm not sure that's worth the extra $100 anyway) but you do get an awesome massage!

I have had many massages in my life...even at resorts like the Aulani and I would have to say that…read morethis massage was one of the best I have ever had Melissa has a great aura and instantly makes you feel calm and comfortable. She uses amazing aromatherapy oils specifically for your issues. She used some techniques that I had never felt before and really worked out a lot of my knots! It is very small but zen! She is also very knowledgeable about pressure points. Unfortunately I just moved back to California or I would go to her every month! Oh yeah and her sister is a teacher so she gives discounts to teachers!!!!!

I feel fortunate that Mary Jackson was able to see me on relatively short notice. She did…read morewonderful work focusing on my tight back which was acting up with sciatica. Felt better immediately afterwards, and for several weeks. She not only took care of me short term, but also recommended some exercises and postural strategies to prevent problems in the future. Would see her again in a heartbeat, highly recommended!

My wife and I both had excellent massages at the Healing Arts Center. Michael and Anita did a…read morefantastic job!!! Highly recommend this place!!

I was here with my sisters wedding...Shawna for hair and Annette for make up are amazing. Dana runs…read morethe place, but the quality of her work was not nearly that of Shawna for updos. All the bridesmaids but one had Shawna do her hair, and Shawna ended up having to fix the maid who didn't have Shawna do it originally. The vibe went downhill when the bridesmaid whose hair Dana did required an overhaul. Dana became openly hostile and the Bride was really upset with the behavior because it made everyone feel tense and took away from the fun of the day because having to fix the hair caused us to be really late for pictures. Several of the bridesmaids commented on Dana's attitude and her lack of customer service. Shawna and Annette did a fantastic job and the results are amazing! Annette came over to the wedding venue to do touch ups for the Bridal party. The spa facility is nice, plush and comfortable but not overdone.

My boyfriend and i came here last month for a weekend getaway, i wanted to do a surprise massage…read morefor him, this place a little cheaper than the other local salon. I would give the spa 5 stars because overall our experience there was great, they let me set up an appointment on sunday, where they are normally closed. We had Kenny and his wife do our massges and from what me and my boyfriend concluded, they were great massages and they were very professional. i dont like talking during my massages and from what my boyfriend said and what Kenny did for me they were very focused into the massage and not chatty. they both did some work with hot stones and it was a first and they were a nice surprise and felt great. the only thing i had a little issue was when i first tried scheduling the appointment, the week before coming to San Juans, the first lady i talked to wasnt the spa director but she was very nice and gave me as much information as she could until the spa director herself would be able to get in touch with me. I didnt get a call back that day so i had to call again the next day, where i couldnt get a hold of the salon after multiple calls until i left a message. the director was helpful in the information she gave me but she did seem to be rushing me trying to get my appointment down and my information, so that was little odd for me.

Highly recommend this quaint spa- the employees were super kind and the facilities are really clean…read moreand relaxing. They have super comfortable full body massage chairs that you can fall asleep in (even my dad enjoyed them and he's not a huge spa person). My partner and I also ended up doing one of the private sound bath experiences and it was incredible. Our therapist made it feel very relaxing and it is one of the most unique experiences I've had- they lay you on an instrument bed and you get to feel all the vibrations. Super cute spot in Bellingham!

What a surprise! Beautiful interesting facility! Very reasonable price for a 3 hour pass. Sauna,…read moremassage chairs, relaxing lounge with reading material, tea, salt room and my favorite the amethyst room. Super clean, and nicely laid out. I had a surprised healing in the amethyst room and totally recommend this spa!