Wow! Where has Spa le Finlandais been all my life?
Arrived…read morehere on a Sunday when they opened at 9am. There were very few patrons and the place was ripe for exploring.
Every corner brings another opportunity to find your ideal zen: lying, sitting or standing. Cold, cool, warm or hot. Fire or water. Quite and calm or full sensory. I was absolutely shocked at the number of areas. Each time I thought I'd found my "ideal," I found another I liked even more.
It was very peaceful and, for the most part, other patrons respected the "speak quietly" signs across the spa.
I received a massage (it was less than ideal and I'll purchase the day pass instead, next time--hence the one star deduction). To check in for the massage, you simply go to the waiting area and wait for your name to be called. No check in, but make sure to arrive early to complete your health questionnaire! When I finished the massage, I enjoyed lunch in the bistro, reasonably priced, though they weren't particularly friendly at the counter, and then reclaimed my zen on a hammock overlooking the river. By this time it had become significantly busier but there was still plenty of room and seating available.
A few tips:
--$10 gets you robe and towel rental. You can bring your own and avoid the charge
--bring flip flops or slider shoes
--showers are available, but you'll want to bring your own shampoo and a rag
--you receive a bracelet that opens and locks your locker, so feel free to bring that backpack!
--the bistro isn't the only place for food or drink... smaller bites and drinks are available from the food trailer near the River
--robes in the bistro are acceptable!
Enjoy!
