To tell you the truth, my visit to Emerald was the most relaxing hour I've had in a long time…read more Reasonable price for the massage and she doesn't rush you, very friendly woman and professional service. Emerald gave me an excellent relaxing massage that I've never experienced before. I will definitely go back more often. Marc

Always a treat day when I have time for the spa. Clean rooms - quiet when doing the facials,…read moreetc. and so relaxing. Enjoying Karen on Mondays which are the best day for a treat day. Glad to have it so close by. Thanks Karen and I will see you again soon.

Ok so not the best decor on the planet and not sure how I feel about sitting in my robe in a second…read morewaiting lounge with other robed ladies (never experienced that before and it's kind of weird). Once you get past all that, the spa is great simply because of the variety of services they offer. Any place that uses Dermalogica is on the right track. I only had a little bit of time to devote to a spa so I just went in for a facial. My therapist was seriously amazing. On top of being a great aesthetician, she was really professional yet fun to talk to. Usually I hate being quiet in spas (I know, I'm weird) and she was great about it. She let me start the conversations so that if I wanted to just be quiet and relax, I could have been. Very tactful! So despite the lacklustre decor and ambience, I will give it 5 stars just for the range of services and excellent therapists (from my visit anyway). With 12 options for a facial, a plastic surgeon on call and hydrotherapy on the menu, it's hard to find a comparable spa in Ottawa.

I visited Michele's after I came back from a long stay I the Caribbean and Florida and I was very…read morehappy to learn that the therapist who treated me some years back was now the owner. I will definitely come back as a regular client because Pauline did a great treatment on my back.Mike

I was only in Ottawa for a limited time and wanted a great massage. However, I read a lot of…read morereviews that were less than favorable about a lot of places in town. Then I found this place and all the reviews were great, which made me a little suspicious. However, I discovered that these reviews for here were true. This is a no games, no funny-business place. Anna was my masseuse and did a fantastic job. She was not only respectful and professional but her technique was incredible. This was the best massage I've had in a long time. Additionally, the receptionist was sweet and friendly, and the place was very clean. I will definitely return if I'm ever in Ottawa. Enjoy!

Absolutely wonderful service, currently here on travel and great deep tissue massage and cupping…read more Highly recommend. Lastly I was able to just do a walk in. 10/10.

Love this place! Women's only spa located in Barrhaven -…read morehome based business. Recently redone to be even more relaxing than it already was before. Pricing is amazing and service is fantastic! I go for Galvanic facials regularly. I have also had the full body massage - excellent!!! Heated bed, music and incredibly relaxing. Highly recommend checking this place out.

I recently booked a 60 minute massage at Relax Massage Therapy at 504 Kent Street. The booking…read moreprocess was pretty seamless and straightforward online - they even have the ability to set up direct billing to your insurance company with a few details entered in their online appointment system. Not knowing any of the massage therapists, I simply chose one at random and lucked out with Marcus Kelly, a recent graduate. He was kind, professional, and had that easy Maritime way with conversation. We consulted on some stiffness in my neck and shoulders and he set to work. I had a wonderful experience and emerged feeling lighter and more flexible. He also gave me good tips about my posture. One thing he mentioned - a pro tip, if you will - is that if you book a massage with him at the Westin (the same company operates both sites), you get access to the pool and the gym also! Will definitely look into that for next time!

Recently visited from out of town and did one of their packages. The staff is excellent, very…read morefriendly. Services provided were ok. The esthetics of the rooms feel like a medical office from the 70's and not very relaxing, especially the room where they do pedicures. Walls had marks on them, there was dust everywhere. The location needs a full refresh. The equipment, towels, robes and slippers need all looks old and run down. But if this review was purely based on the staff, it would have been a 5 out of 5.

Best massage ever! My husband and I had a 90- minute couples hot stone massage on a cold blustery…read moreday. Faroza and Naquia were masterful. Treat yourself. You'll be happy you did!

I met Registered Massage Therapist, Melanie Ransum, at VegFest 2013-- a festival with…read morevegetarian/vegan vendors and such. She told me about her location and mentioned her use of 100% vegan products in her massage practise. I recently had an injury with my back and so called her the following day for an appointment, that we scheduled later in the day. Her home and office is located just off the 417 on Maitland Avenue. It was very easy to find. I entered her office around the back, and I can say that her space is very clean, calming, quiet, sanitary, and neat. I filled out a medical history form and detailed my injury to her. Her massage table was extraordinarily comfortable and she had a heating pad that she placed over my legs, which felt divine! What I particularly liked about the massage was the way in which Melanie communicated with me through out the hour, checking in every so often to be sure I was getting the most out of the experience. When the massage was complete, she showed me how to do some stretches that would be compatible with my injury. She is a very sweet and professional person who really takes care in her practise and loves what she does. I would most definitely revisit Melanie and I would strongly recommend her if you are looking for some relaxation or healing. Her prices are VERY reasonable for the services she provides.

I went in for a deep tissue / Swedish massage. Melanie was very accommodating and was able to get…read moreme an appointment the same day. Her home is right on Maitland ave, and there is parking on the driveway. Her main office is in the basement of the house. The room and table were very clean. She had some great relaxation music on. The massage itself was really good. She constantly kept checking with me if the pressure was fine throughout the session. She used a heating pad for the legs while she was working the upper body, which felt amazing. I believe she used sunflower oil/cream for the massage. Overall, Melanie is a great therapist. I will definitely go back to her.