After looking at quite a few spas, a friend and I settled on Lapis due to the "extras" that it had to offer (like the outdoor pools, spa pools & rain room, etc). The prices seemed about the same as everyone in the area (not ridiculous, but a tiny bit higher than expected), but the July/August spa month deals were just an added bonus when we was there.
Even though the Fountainbleau is huge, it wasn't difficult to find the spa and check in desk. I thought their request to check-in 45 minutes prior to the treatment was a bit excessive. I understand not everyone is very prompt, but perhaps 20-30 minutes would've been sufficient for people to change & get the tour of the facility before waiting for the treatment. If people want to take advantage of the spa "extras," just let them know they can arrive early or stay later than their appointment.
Each of the water-based extra things were nice in their own way. I like that the co-ed mineral pool was a little cooler than the things in the women's-only area. The rain room just off of the co-ed pool was very neat, as was the rain area in the women's space. The number of lounge chairs along the co-ed pool and by the women's jet tub were always occupied. If you weren't quick to get one as soon as the towels were switched by the ever-present staff, you were out of luck. Towels were located in every room, and the robe I got was very fluffy (but so long & stretched throughout my stay that it dragged on the ground & got a bit gross by the end). The calm/nap room was a cool idea, but I didn't get a chance to use it. I did appreciate that we had full use of the outdoor pools, as well as the spa area, but it wasn't really mentioned unless you asked for the day pool pass.
The swedish massage by Sergio was great, and I didn't need to request more or less pressure. I'm not sure why, but the neck, scalp, hand, and foot massage portions were unexpectedly good compared with previous massages I've had. Maybe the "extras" beforehand had relaxed me more than usual so I could appreciate it?
What they had for nibbles and water throughout were very good, but I thought they could've had a bit more variety for the nibbles (in the waiting area for treatments, it was strawberries, thick, juicy oranges, pineapple chunks, and cups of peanuts).
The shower area was very nice, clean, and roomy with a rain shower-head. The lockers weren't large, but sufficient for all my clothes & purse. The personal space was a bit cramped if you got one in the corners, though.
I would go again, but I would hope they would do a minor update/cleaning because there was a little mildew/mold visible in a few areas. Given the amount of heated water everywhere (so much water!), I'm sure that it is difficult to keep up on. A swimsuit dryer/spinner would've been nice, maybe some natural light, and maybe 1 area with cool-er water. Even though there were a lot of people at the spa on the Saturday that we went, the only place I was hindered was the lounge chairs along the co-ed pool & women's area. The outdoor pool was crowded, but decent chairs were still available at ~3:30 in the afternoon. read more