Why choose Rachel?…read more Massage therapy should be a holistic experience that benefits both the mind and body. While massage helps promote relaxation and the release of endorphins, that experience can be diminished if the therapist appears disengaged or unhappy in their work. Whether you prefer conversation or silence, feeling comfortable and cared for is essential. Rachel consistently provides that experience through her warm personality, professionalism, intelligence, and genuine care for her clients. I specifically asked her to address my chronic shoulder pain, and she was able to identify and work on the muscles that were triggering my symptoms. The treatment was targeted, effective, and left me feeling significantly better. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I understand the importance of patient experience and quality care. It's easy to see why people appreciate Rachel's work ethic and the positive environment she creates. Good vibes overall. Thank you, Rachel!

Long story short, Rachel is a great massage therapist. She creates a relaxing space just by her way…read moreand aura alone, and is attentive to client details. After a single visit, on coming back a month later, she somehow remembered a lot about me - that I practice brazilian jiujitsu, do regular soft tissue work at home, that I have family and business in Orange County. We chatted for at most 10 total minutes during my first visit. It's exactly this type of continuity that I was looking for in finding a massage therapist to go to more regularly. Berkeley has a few great Thai massage places but therapists rarely speak English and they never seem to honor the specific therapist you book. I was looking for someone who will retain information on what I like and what my muscles need, and Rachel is exactly that kind of massage therapist.

I get the best massage here from Monique. I powerlift, run, and have a desk job, so I'm usually…read moresore and tight everywhere yet I always leave feeling refreshed and cared for. The whole experience is always very calm and gentle instead of the sterile spa experience you can sometimes get. I love how down to earth it is while having a high level of service. It's truly appreciated.

I gifted my mom a massage + facial package and she absolutely loved it! The spa itself is clean,…read morethe decor was beautiful, and the workers were so kind. My mom said her masseuse frequently checked in on pressure and fulfilled all her needs. She was greeted with hot tea and little snacks after- she's already asking for the next time she'll be back! P.S. street parking was fairly easy in the neighborhood

I was lucky to find this place, not knowing much about the local massage parlors. I have arthritis…read morein my hip and knee. A month ago I could hardly walk with the leg stiffness and pain. I am supposed to have the hip replaced in October. I decided to try a massage just to see if it would help me walk better. I went in for an hour massage and was lucky enough to get Lina. She concentrated on the knee and hip, as requested, but did the full body massage so I was totally relaxed. When she was finished my leg felt 100% better and my limp was almost gone. The results were amazing, so good I booked 90 minutes a week later. Once again, Lina did her magic and my hip and knee pain continued to decrease. My limp getting better and the aches at night diminishing. Today was my 4th time with Lina, this time 2 hours. I am walking without a limp and considering canceling the hip replacement surgery. Lina is a true professional. If you need/want a truly great massage do your self a favor and book 60-90 minutes with Lina. You'll be glad you did.

Wonderful Spa is truly a hidden gem! This is a place that provides exceptional service. I came here…read moreafter experiencing back pain. I saw Mei. Throughout the whole massage, Mei was very considerate of my pain. She is very knowledgeable and explained how the pain came to be and how I can help alleviate it. She applied very strong pressure in the moments that I needed and just enough for moments of relaxation. I can say that I never had such a perfectly relaxing but effective massage for pain. I felt better immediately after the massage and even better and more relaxed the days following it. I will definitely be coming back to Wonderful Spa and bring my friends and family with me!

I had a massage with Matt a couple years ago which was very uncomfortable. I waited to give a…read morereview because I didn't think it was worth revisiting but I see others had similar issues so I wanted to add my warning. I went in for a migraine and asked to just have massage on my neck, Jaw and head- so I left my bra on. He commented on my bra strap (which was not a unique strap) and then went on to tell me the kinda of bras his girlfriend likes. I had said I had a migraine and wanted quiet and he talked the whole time and I was very uncomfortable he was describing his girlfriend's bra tastes. It was also weird because the office is so isolated - it felt creepy and vulnerable when he spoke inappropriately. I would never go back.

Matthew is a magician and I highly recommend him. It's amazing to have my pain reduced in such a…read moretangible way. It's not going to be a gentle relaxing massage, but this sports massage will be worth the temporary discomfort to have the underlying issues worked through. He's also really good at distracting me while he's doing all the fixing. All of my gratitude for the work he does. Kind, caring, observant, funny, and honest about what's happening with my body, this business lives up to the name Feeling Better. Thank you for everything.

This is my favorite kind of massage place. It's inexpensive but that doesn't mean you shouldn't tip…read more20% or more. Pay in cash if you want to pay less, there is a small fee for cards. I like this place because I can easily book if I call ahead an hour or two, walking in is hit or miss. I like that they use a lot of pressure. Good for groups, but if you want a fancy spa experience go elsewhere. No frills, but it's clean and they are direct.

I booked a 1-hour foot and body combo online for $55. When I arrived, the employee confirmed I was…read morethere for the combo, then immediately pointed to a price sheet saying the service was actually $73 with a credit card or $69 with cash. I considered leaving because the price didn't match what was advertised online, but I decided to treat myself and went through with the appointment anyway. Unfortunately, the massage itself was just average and didn't stand out. What really left a bad impression was what happened afterward. As I was checking out, the employee stood at the front asking about a tip. I was honestly surprised. I had already paid significantly more than the advertised online price, and now I was being asked to tip on top of that. Businesses need to honor the prices they advertise or clearly update them online before customers book. Charging one price online and another price when the customer arrives is frustrating and misleading. The experience wasn't worth what I ended up paying.

excellent value for a $95/hour emergency massage. I had a knot in my shoulder that had been giving…read moreme headaches for days, and went in for a deep tissue massage with firm pressure. "Rose" gave me a very nice massage with deep work in my shoulders and other large muscles. Now I'm completely relaxed and my knot and headache are gone. Tip: ask to not be put in the far room, where the fan comes on directly above the massage bed.

This place has literally been a life saver for me to unwind and relax under very stressful and…read moreunexpected situations. I've just gone and not requested anyone specific and all .e times I've had a good experience. The place is clean, well run and maintained. One gender neutral bathroom in the back. A big room for the massages separated by cloth. Well appointed inside with Thai music that is soothing. The 60 min deep tissue was too short so I recommend d the 90' min. They are very efficient with the check in because every client fills out a chart and can circle areas to focus on and x out areas to avoid. You also mark the duration, type of massage, and how strong you want the pressure. I've been pleasantly surprised by how good the massages are. Clean, efficient, and effective. Will be back .. only wish the parking was easier to find and they had some specials or discounts .

I booked three massages with them as my two nieces were in town for a concert. I had my massage…read morewith Sharon, who has clearly been doing this for a very long time. I dozed off a few times, which for me means the massage is exceptionally good. The pressure and flow were perfect, even along my usually very painful IT bands (feels like I'm being stabbed with needles even with light touch). My nieces also reported that their practitioners were very good. For one of my nieces it was her first massage and she said she couldn't recall the last time she had been so relaxed. My other niece requested deep tissue instead of Swedish and she was very happy with her session as well. I would gladly book here again the next time I am in the area, highly recommended.

I had a wonderful hot stone massage with Susan. I would place it among my top three favorites. She…read moreapplied light-medium pressure and was attentive to how I felt and where my pain was. I was offered tea or water afterwards which was a nice touch. I found this holistic spa on Spa Finder. Some good friends gave me a gift card after having a baby and I was able to use it here. The location is small but very nice inside. They have a lot of beauty products to test out that are available for purchase as well! My only complaint was the parking. I came on a Saturday afternoon and it took me about 20 mins to find a spot. I still had to walk five mins from a neighborhood to the spa. I would advise you to arrive as early as possible (I showed up 15 mins early) if you plan to come on a nice day during the weekend! I definitely want to check out their facial services.

Wonderful Thai style massage with June. She identified the areas where I had a lot of muscle…read moretension and really worked on them. A lot of the massage (I did the 90 min head to toe) was her standing on me using her feet. I've had similar massages before but this was the best. The space was small but clean and welcoming. I highly recommend it and will be back.

Amazing experience!! Wife and I went in for an anniversary treat. They offer prenatal massages as…read morewell which my wife very much enjoyed. Can't recommend enough!! Will come again!

Good experience with Bella! She has strong hands and knows all the ins and outs of all the little…read moremuscles. She even does the "walking on your back" technique. I really enjoyed the massage. Friendly folks at the front desk, too. Clean facility, not too fancy, but good value. I'd go back again.

Came to do a couple Swedish 60 minute massage. It was a great experience!! Felt super relaxing and…read morecomfortable. It was clean inside which I value a lot. When you walk in, you take off your shoes and check in (we had a reservation). We filled out a form and circled areas of our body where we want special attention. However, during the massage I did not feel any special attention to the area I chose. There was a nice little tea/snack station and they had a bathroom but it was pretty small. We will definitely come again and speak up about the areas we wanted special attention to! :)

Came here on a last minute booking for a prenatal massage and had the most relaxing time ever! I…read morecame in for my 8pm appointment and was quickly greeted and shown hospitality. After a few minutes I was then introduced to my masseuse for the session, Meredith. Meredith greeted me formally with a handshake, following up with questions on how I'd like my massage to go and what areas needed more attention. She walked me into my room and assured me to lay however I felt was best. Throughout the massage she applied a consistent amount of medium firm pressure and worked on my upper back and hips the most as requested. It's been hard trying to find massage places that will provide a decent prenatal massage but Meredith steered the way for where to go. The session closed out with her kindly asking me if I had any questions, plus advising me to rehydrate and load up on protein for me and my little one. Definitely the place for a relaxing and serene experience!

I booked a last minute massage and wasn't sure what to expect. WOW- this place was a VIBE. The…read moreambiance, lighting, ocean waves, scents, all of it made for an incredible experience. I had easily one of the best massages with Andrew. He was so progressional, knowledgeable, kind, communicative, and incredibly talented. I did a pre-natal massage and added the scalp massage last minute. The scalp massage turned out to be a dream- it was a great addition to an already amazing massage.