Third time at this hidden gem down a laneway Beautiful rooms…read moreand attentive staff Would highly recommend penciling in a treatment here if your in Melbourne for a weekend Recommend you book ahead although I have been fitted in for a massage with only a few days notice Always a wonderful experience here

A gift voucher saw me attending Sakura Lounge & indulging in a treatment that I would never…read morenormally have. I chose to have the Coffee & Chocolate Detox Body Treatment, which was interesting to say the least. A top to toe exfoliation followed by being smothered in the coffee & chocolate mix before being left to relax for 10 minutes. Sadly it was not a particularly relaxing time due to the noise coming from outside the room. After this a quick rinse in the "rainforest shower" (essentially just a large shower head in a regular sized shower in what may have been the staff toilet & changing area for all I know). It did not feel anywhere as near luxurious as what I had imagined from the online description. Once showered a layer of mosituriser was applied before I was commanded & positively pushed to sit up which symbolised a rather abrupt end to the treatment. On leaving the treatment room I was told that the glass of water & mint on the seating area was for myself. I thanked them for the treatment but this was barely acknowledged as I left the building. Overall it was pleasant enough but I wouldn't go back as there customer service was certainly lacking on this day.

Had a beautiful spa treatment with a friend today at Carnation Beauty And Therapy…read more. We were so well looked after and the staff was amazing! We had a 2hr pamper package and felt amazing after it. We had a full body massage and hot stone massage, foot spa and facial

Feel bad as I just read Lisa C's review and my experience was nothing like that. Had a Groopon 2…read morehour package given to me for my birthday. The young girls were nice and did their best so no complaints there. However, backyard toilet with no hand washing on site. Dirty premises. Clearly dirty slippers. Felt like I was lying on a towel that had been there all day. Same with the one used to rap my hair. Sorry - I'd be surprised if Carnation Beauty actually met any Victorian OH&S standards at all. Do not like leaving bad reviews so again, apologies to the young girls doing their jobs.

Regent day spa is surprisingly elegant and grand in the middle of Bourke st madness, and not the…read morefun madness either. Situated up the lift near the Target centre, when you step off you are greeted by waft of day spa smell( what does that smell like, I don't know, just smells like day spa) They offer all your usual day spa treatments : facial, nail, massage, and more. As well as Hammam Turkish bath, spa, steam and sauna facility, gym, and lounge where they run various themed evenings I.e shanghai night, jazz night. Membership will give you full access, but I was here to claim a voucher deal for facial, spa, and high tea. Jurlique products were used for the treatments and you do get spoiled and treated well. Couple rooms are available ( in room spas ), and there are separate male /female steam/ spa / sauna rooms if you go with friends. High tea includes sparkling wine, and savoury and sweets. Their normal rates are too expensive for their services, but a good deal if you find a voucher / coupon.

On my last day in Melbourne I came here for a bit of relaxation! They let non members use the…read morefacilities for $50. It was quiet and classy, and I had the whole place to myself! Hot tubs, steam room, sauna and fancy showers. The soap and shampoo smelled amazing! They provide robes, sandals and lockers, and hair dryers a hair elastics. Perfect way to relax! Worth the $$ I'd say :)

I don't think being pampered is ever a bad thing and at Santika Day Spa you are in for one hell of…read morea pampering! I had a one hour massage here ($90) and that was enough to have me floating out the door with a smile on my face. The service here is fabulous and the staff try to make every appointment like an experience. Make sure you are either early or on time though as if you are late they simply cut your appointment shorter. As well as massage they offer: - body wraps - facials - pedispa treatments - eyelash tinting - eyebrow waxing - face waxing Plus a variety of spa and body rituals that can last up to four hours. These are obviously more expensive (think $285 for 2 hours and 45 minutes), but they are extremely popular in groups.

From the outside, Santika is unseemingly nestled amongst suburban properties with a quaint sign…read moreannouncing it's location. Upon walking in, you're greeted with a rather serene and softly lit waiting area which seeps warmth, a gentle aromatic fragrance and firm yet comfortable seating -- as a visually impaired individual, the transition in lighting is a momentary hindrance, but the attending service are truly empathetic and are happy to guide you down the first flight of steps into the waiting area. This lighting is so calmly dim, in fact, that it may also be comfortable for those who live with lighting triggered anxiety. Well worth checking it out. We saw Catherine (spelling?), who exudes hospitality and warmth, making the initial welcoming into Santika very pleasing. If it's your first time, you will be required to fill out a small information form -- nothing invasive -- which is handled with a level of casual professionalism which makes the process an easy and comfortable task. It'll take you about five minutes, leaving plenty of time to drink in the surroundings and relax. You are given the option of paying up front or after the massage, both of which are dealt without any notion of your being a 'number' or a 'commission', which is pleasant to experience. There is an expected (and very minor) waiting time -- give yourself 10 minutes of waiting -- which seemed solely dependant on the number of staff working on the day (of which there was only one), but this didn't detract from the pleasant experience in the slightest. I booked my girlfriend in for a relaxation massage, which is now their one and apparently only form of treatment, for the great price of $90 for an hour. The treatment was a hot oil body and scalp massage, complete with hair cap, warm towels and an attentive masseuse. The treatment room was apparntly a little chilly, and the masseuse wore a rubber apron and latex gloves (which neither of us were used to seeing, but part of which may be ud eot the amount of oil used per treatment). Overall, girlfriend came out feeling relaxed, happy, feeling soft as butter and stating that another booking sometime in the future would be greatly appreciated.

I first tried Peninsula Life Medispa back in 2011, and was very impressed by their masseur…read more Normally in those pampering places their massages pisses me off cos it's light as feather and they have noooo idea what they are doing and I love fairly firm massages. I love it how when I say I needed my ITB and my gluts done they know what I am talking about. Anyway we got a Winter Special package, for $150 you get a 90 min foot soak, scrub, mud wrap, massage. IT. WAS. AMAZING. We had this blissful smile on our faces when we came up. The birthday girl Froggy even got a special room with a Vichy shower in a capsule and she never felt this pampered in her life. I don't know why it took me so long to go back to Peninsula Life Medispa to be honest. I love that place.

This is my second visit to Endota and i have always been impressed by their professionalism and…read morestandards. Endota is slightly hidden away on Flinders Lane towards Spring Street, when approaching you think you are visiting the basement of a huge building. The discreetness is perfect for guys who want to spoil themselves with some relaxation... like for example a pedicure. So I have never had a pedicure but both of my sisters and brother in law swear by them, so I thought for one of my sister's birthdays I would treat her to one and get myself one at the same time. With my other siblings being pedicure aficionados they recommended populars places which were generally 90% female and not so discreet. Endota Melbourne sprang to mind as I was treated to a massage a year back for my birthday using a Red Balloon Voucher (do not recommend these things as they are so painful to use). Let me just say my issues with Red Balloon made me need a massage even more, but thankfully Endota Melbourne were extremely professional and sorted it all out. Ok so back to the pedicure, so the beauticians made both of us feel very much relaxed and the tea they give you before and after is so amazing. My feet have never felt so great, I just feel sorry for the beauticians that had to touch it... :P Will definitely be back to Endota Melbourne!

The masseuse was very gentle, a little too gentle for my liking but nevertheless was relaxing & had…read morea quick recharge here before my girlfriend's wedding tomorrow. It's a nice place but I'd only come back if I've the money to splurge.

I found my therapist was a lovely girl. She was welcoming and professional. However I did find…read moresomethings that I would like to feedback to the business owners. I realise these are my opinions and may not reflect others people's experience. My therapist tried to tell me about my skin condition that I have lived with for 45 years. I am the expert on my skin. The only person I take advice from about skin products is my dermatologist. My therapist tried to tell me 'melinformin' is what gives your skin it's colour.  When I asked her "do you mean melanin?" She realised her mistake. I am not a fan of scalp massages. She gave me two of them. Ewwwwww! I would prefer to be asked, because I would take a shoulder rub or hand massage over a scalp.massage any day. Lastly, the massage oil used in my facial was quite pungent and heavy in eucalyptus and some other oil that smelt like decaying forest. When I asked what it was she could not tell me. After my facial, another girl tried to tell me it was lavender and chamomile. Haha. No it wasn't.

Have been here several times and had excellent experiences. Ambiance is relaxing and service is…read morewarm. Different types of massage are offered and they are very open to feedback during. Tea after the massage is a lovely touch. Will definitely return again soon!

Beautiful and peaceful massage! It's true that when you walk…read morein it seems to be back in some overseas tropical holiday town. The smell, the decorations and the atmosphere are so far from the sterile modern style, you can feel to have traveled more than you actually did. The ladies were very friendly and nice. The massage started easily and fast. As soon as they jump on your back your mind goes away. We went for a double massage, same room, very comfortable, quiet and professional. We will definitely be back to experience more! Thanks!!