Looking for an oasis to escape amidst the hustle and bustle of the city and need some true R&R???…read moreLook no further and bring yourself to this luxury spa located in the Stomping Yard area of the heights! Elevate your next spa or medspa treatment! I was warmly greeted by not one, but two of the kindest and sweetest receptionists as soon as I walked through the door. They checked me in via iPad on their desk kiosk, brought me water, and had me wait until I was introduced to the MOST AMAZING massage therapist, Lydia!!!! She has magic hands for sure!!! I had a really stressful week at work and I explained to her how much pain and ache I was feeling and after I left the spa. It was night and day! She explained to me different at-home Methods to try and alleviate my aches and pains, such as using a heating pad for 20 min before bed to help with tension. The spa is located on the 2nd level right as you enter the parking lot of the stomping grounds. I'm not sure if they have lockers and a changing room But they have a beautiful outdoor table to relax and sip drinks or water with gal pals or your SO. I also had a chance to meet the owner - Brittany (spelling might be wrong) but the entire experience from start to finish was equal to a five star luxury hotel spa but way more down to earth with extremely caring staff. They are amazing!!! Totally worth the splurge and I will definitely be spreading the word about how amazing their customer service and quality staff/therapists go above and beyond - that extra mile makes all the difference!!! Tulum truly lives up to their name!!!

I booked three services: a massage, a lymphatic drainage add-on that was showing as 50% off, and…read morethe salt room experience, which is complimentary during the week. The day before my appointment, I received a call saying their system had made a mistake and should not have allowed me to book the lymphatic drainage special at 50% off. It was only about a $20-$25 difference, so honestly, as a new customer, I would have expected them to honor the price their own system allowed me to book. There was really no flexibility or effort to make it right. I still came in for the massage, and the massage itself was fine. However, since the lymphatic add-on was removed, I would have had to wait about 30 minutes to use the salt room. I decided not to sit around and wait, so I just left after my massage. Overall, my issue was less with the massage and more with the customer service. Would I return? No. Would I recommend it? Probably not. Most spas at this price point are beautiful, but what really makes a spa experience special is the customer service, the guest experience, and the business thinking behind it. In this case, it felt like they chose saving $20 over creating a positive first impression with a new customer.

If you're looking for a great experience and massage then you need to try Sanctuary Spa! They make…read moreyou feel appreciated as soon as you walk in the door. I've been getting a Massage from Tina for a few years now and she's the absolute best! She makes you feel comfortable and her hands perform magic! She will literally put you to sleep on the table because you're so relaxed. I highly recommend giving them a try.

Birthday retreat! Claudine for massage and Jinki for facial…read morewas just what I needed to kick off my Birthday celebration. Ambiance, relaxing, professional staff....simply amazing.

This is the top spa in Houston! A hidden away oasis 10 mins from downtown. The front desk people…read moreare all lovely and every therapist I've had is AMAZING. They are not just rubbing you down and calling it a day they are actually studying your body! The pool and sauna add on!! Can't get much better than this. Even on a cloudy day

There aren't many ITL Houston spas--that aren't ridiculously priced--with an outdoor pool, hot tub,…read moreand sauna. Blossom Massage has all those, and has been around for a decade-plus with a great reputation. Dunno WHAT took me so long to check them out, but I recently bought a couples massage (which included all-day pool access) as a Christmas gift for my beau. We planned on getting there an hour before our massage to enjoy the hot tub (they requested that we call ahead to let them know and get the heat going). Our massage started promptly on time, and we both opted for deep tissue. I had Deanne, who specializes in Swedish and deep tissue massage (according to her bio on the website)... and let me say she has some STRONG hands. She found all my tension and pain-points and loosened me up. I was honestly a bit sore for days, but in a good way. A great reminder I need to take care of my body post workouts and after long days at the desk... My biggest feedback for them would be to have more info on their website about the pool access and what's offered (towels, robes) and how long we have pool access (it's all day, btw). Before booking, I had to call to get that info; it's be more convenient to add all of that info to their FAQ page. They also allow you to bring snackies, so I brought a fruit, cheese, and tinned fish spread. Also, wondering if they had hot tea service. That's always a nice touch post-massage. Looking forward to booking again!

A friend of mine told me this was a must try. I'd tried some massage places around Heights and Oaks…read moreForest/Garden Oaks area and was not too impressed. For a mid range massage, Patcha is great. All the technicians do incredible work with their hands. They listen attentively prior to starting services and are happy making adjustments in real time. I've been about 4 times in 2 months and I'm already overdue for another visit. They have lots of appt times and offer you tea service that's included before and after your appointment. This kind of place is so easy to work into your weekly or monthly routine without having spend a lot.

Decided to come here after seeing their great reviews, and opted for a couple massage. We did their…read moresignature 60 minutes and coming into this, I've always had either deep tissue or Swedish massage. Never had I tried a Thai massage before so it was all new to us. Upon entering they offered us cold tea and explained what massage we would like to do and if we were ok with stepping during massage. Which was very appreciated! We had Anita and Mike and they were really good and very nice. They accommodated my partner since it was his first massage, however for me I was very familiar with deep tissue (lol!). I also added cupping as well. After our massage they gave us warm tea and paid via Zelle. They have a I believe a 3.25% charge with card. Will come back again! Their prices were very good. I haven't had much shoulder back pain since the massage and cupping and would like to try to come here maybe 1x/month.

Very nice facility. Extremely friendly & talented massage…read moretechnician. And LOVE the background sound playing. Highly recommend Cynthia and a Swedish massage with Hot Stones.

I followed my masseuse to NOW from a other location. It was interesting to see an open concept…read moremassage parlor. You basically enter a communal area with curtains separating each "suite". They play really loud wind/wave sounds to block out the noise but if you have someone entering or exiting next to you, you can still hear them. Conversation is definitely not ideal. I didn't like that so much, not because I like conversation during a massage but because I prefer it quiet and other people coughing and moving around messed up a bit of the zen. Otherwise, the furniture is new, the place is clean, and the bedding nice and crisp. My masseuse was the best, as always.. (shout out to Ricardo!!) Overall, location was alright - there's a hospital parking lot in the back in case you can't find any on the Main Street cause it gets pretty busy in the area. This place is one of those which take membership for monthly service in order to save money.. but they run more expensive than the last place I went, especially when everything is an add-on cost. I hate that they nickel and dime everything and there's only 50/80 min options.

I received my first facial a few weeks ago from Brandy at Pure Rituals. Like other reviews say, I…read morereally enjoyed how knowledgeable Brandy was about skin care. I recommend trying one if you have never had one. Your face will feel clean and loved. I also got my eyebrows waxed for the first time. Brandy "mapped" my eyebrows and put them on a growth plan! The spa offers Eyebrow Rehab - too cute! I recommend Pure Rituals as a place where you can receive individualized skin care from knowledge women. Next on my checklist here is a Brazilian.

I went not knowing what to expect, I was throughly surprised. Nestled in the heights this place…read moreis a hidden treasure. A getaway for the busy person, Brandy does amazing work. She took her time and explained all her products she was using. The facial was excellent and customer service was on point. I will definitely come back again in 3 weeks :)

Mokara Spa is located in the Omni off Woodway. Valet (validated) or self parking in the garage is…read moreavailable. The spa is around the corner from Birdie's Cafe and outside near the gym. You're greeted with a smile as you walk in to fill out a quick questionnaire while they grab you a drink. The robes provided are lush. Service promptly started on time. I enjoyed the exfoliation scrub and shea butter with the Hydrating Body Glow treatment. Your skin is left feeling buttery soft. Thuy was professional and kept a relaxed environment the whole time. You can enjoy the jacuzzi, sauna, and pool before or afterwards. Mokara has a decent weekday deal - a treatment, 2 drinks, and $28 credit at Birdies all for a reasonable price. They provided handwritten notes inside our lockers and surprised with a birthday dessert. We will 100% return in the future. Service was exceptional from beginning to end.

Massage experience was fantastic! I was so relaxed I started to doze off. The setting and…read morewaiting area are exactly what a spa should be

Spa days are essential to the soul. I was given a gift card during teacher appreciation week that…read morecovered enough for a massage at Trellis. I decided to make a whole day out of it. With any booking you are granted access to the premises from 8am to 7pm. It's better to go early during the week because they say it gets busy on the weekends. I honestly went on Monday and I'm thankful that I did. Things that are complimentary are: access to lockers, showers, steam room, jacuzzi, cooling pool, and out jacuzzis. Plus there are lounging spots upstairs where the massages take place. They also give complimentary tea, coffee, fruit, cookies, and trail mix. Plus refreshing infused water. I pre booked a 50 min trellis massage. Kendal gave the best massage I ever had, I swear! Although I will say there is definitely discrepancy with time as they add in them walking you to the room, pre conversation, undressing, all of that into it. So ultimately it can vary from 35-40 mins which is a bit meh for the cost of $200 + 23% mandatory gratuity (not including tip). I most definitely would come back for another massage with Kendal. Yet if you're coming solo bring headphones because sometimes there will be couples or groups talking in the inside cooling pool area and it can sound quite loud since it's closed in.

From the time I booked my appointment until I was done with my massage, the experience was…read morewonderful. So after I booked my massage, I was sent email and text confirmation. The email came with instructions where to park. And u actually pass your trellis on the way to park your car. The parking spaces will be clearly marked trellis. The locker that they provided was very spacious. There was about 3 attendants in the locker room as well. Every locker came with a robe already inside. And u will be assigned a locker when you check in at the front desk. They also lend u sandals to wear if u want to borrow them. The massage area has 22 rooms and 3 waiting areas upstairs. And they to have areas where people are sleeping in their robes. I didn't think it would be so busy on a random weekday but I was wrong. There was a constant flow of people. I love all of the amenities. They provided coffee, tea, short bread cookies, fruits and nuts and of course water. My masseuse was great. I got the pressure exactly how I like it. I love the choice of oils I can use for my massage. I love the smell and esp bc it's the veranda natura bisse and it's all natural. When I was done with my massage, I went to the pool outside to enjoy myself. One pool was hotter than the other. I sat under the trellis and eventually ordered lunch. I didn't think lunch was going to be good but it was amazing. I've had lunch here years ago when I stayed on the Houstonian hotel and I ordered room service. I ordered salmon both times and it's still good years later. Everyone here was great. The massages do include the tip and I believe it's like 20-25%. Also the food that I ordered at the pool came with a service charge as well. Now the people at the pool were wonderful. They made sure we have water always. U can also refill the water yourself but they do come around with a tray with cups of cold water. So the pools outside are heated and the pool inside is cold. There is also a jacuzzi which is small. I had a wonderful experience here. Can't wait to go back when I need some R&R. And if u go on the weekends the massage prices are going to cost more.

This is what you might call a confirmational review, since I chose The Petite Retreat based on its…read moreexcellent reviews on Yelp. I had muscle pain that needed treatment on a Sunday morning. Who gives massages on Sunday? The Petite Retreat, I was relieved to learn. I booked a 90-minute session for that afternoon. The sage-green Victorian where the business is located was simple to find. It's in a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood on the north side of Washington Avenue. Parking can be competitive there, but The Petite Retreat accommodates clients with private parking, both in its broad driveway and its side parking lot - a nice benefit when you're striving to be on time. The building has been added on to in interesting ways, so the reception area is a divided space. Original art, plus a baby grand with a chandelier over it, add to the atmosphere of relaxed luxe. I was assigned Cheryl as my masseuse. She guided me to a spacious treatment room in back, with massage table at center and a side table bearing an array of carrier oils, essential oils and other potions. Cheryl did an excellent job of giving a thorough massage, while paying special attention to the area where I was experiencing pain. I appreciated her responsive in using pressure that was firm but avoided adding to the pain. Cheryl sent me out the door with a large bottle of special water. I must admit I had trouble understanding the details of its special health-giving properties, but I trust Cheryl to do right by me.

This place has been my "go to" for years and I have always been beyond satisfied with the quality…read moreof services they provide. I rarely do reviews, except when places are amazing and this place is truly amazing!!

Went in today to repair a broken/bad nail job from another business. I should have just stayed…read morecoming here... sadly I've been looking for a great spot after we moved away from oak forest. ANDY was AMAZING!! He was super patient taking off the old shellac and did a fabulous job on my new set! I absolutely can not recommend him enough! I'm just going to commit to driving across town just for him!

Still came out with cute nails, but I do feel like the overall quality of service and shop policies…read morehave become less strict and not as smooth sailing I guess. I remember this shop priding in the fact that if you didn't make an appointment and you were a walk-in, you had to wait. I did call ahead but I didn't make an appointment, but I didn't expect to wait almost 20 minutes when Ann said she had availability at 4:30pm. I didn't get seen or started on until I'll almost 5pm. I don't mind waiting, but I prioritize communication and honesty over anything else. I like to know what I'm walking into! My technician - didn't catch his name, was great! He gave me the design I wanted and I was satisfied with the art design. This place is still a staple, but I feel like they've kinda let go of their salon a bit...