I almost don't want to write this review because I'm selfishly worried that everyone is going to book Michelle and I won't be able to get an appointment next time! I was visiting Hilo and decided to take a chance on Sea Bird Massage & Spa, a place I had never heard of before. I booked a 90-minute deep tissue massage with hot stones and cupping, not knowing what to expect. When I arrived, I was greeted by Michelle, a petite, warm, and professional therapist who immediately made me feel welcome. The intake process was simple--a single page with a few questions--and within minutes I was led into a peaceful treatment room with relaxing music and a calming atmosphere. For context, I'm 46 years old and get a lot of massages--often one or two a month in California. As an overnight nurse, I carry a tremendous amount of tension in my neck, shoulders, and upper back from years of charting and poor posture. I've experienced the full spectrum of massage therapists: the ones who barely touch you and leave you feeling like you paid to be petted for an hour, and the ones who go so deep that you spend the entire session trying not to crawl off the table. Michelle was neither. She was PERFECT. When I asked for medium pressure, she somehow delivered exactly what my body needed. Not too light. Not too deep. Just right. It honestly felt like she could read my thoughts--or at least hear what my muscles were telling her. She knew exactly where to focus, how long to stay in a tense area, when to ease off, and when to gradually work deeper. I've had countless massages over the years, and Michelle used techniques I had never experienced before. At one point, I genuinely felt like six people were working on me at the same time. I later noticed the bamboo bar above the table and realized she may have been using it for some of her bodyweight techniques. Whatever she was doing, it was incredible. There were moments when she was using her hands while simultaneously applying pressure and stretching in ways that completely melted years of tension. The session included deep tissue work, stretching, cupping, hot stones, hot towels, percussion techniques, scalp massage, face massage, jaw work, neck stretching, and even an eye mask when I turned over. My joints were popping and releasing. My muscles were letting go one by one. I was so relaxed I think I may have been drooling at one point. I kept telling Michelle she was magic because that's honestly what it felt like. She checked in frequently about pressure, was attentive, polite, and incredibly intuitive. Her understanding of anatomy and body mechanics is obvious. Despite her petite size, she has remarkable strength and control. By the end of the session, I felt lighter, looser, and more relaxed than I have in years. My body was practically thanking me. I don't know how long Sea Bird Massage & Spa has been in Hilo, but it is truly a hidden gem. From the outside, you would never guess that one of the most talented massage therapists I've ever encountered is working inside. If you're considering booking here, do it. And if Michelle has an opening, grab it immediately. Thank you, Michelle, for one of the best massages of my life. I only wish I still lived here so I could become a regular. 10/10. Five stars isn't enough. read more

Seabird Massage & Spa - Michelle is an angel! Wow! - Massage Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I've been a client of Rachel (the owner) for several years, dating back to when she was a massage therapist at another establishment. She absolutely deserves her own business. She's that good, and she's a great businesswoman as well. Today Rachel was out of the clinic, so she recommended Michelle and assured me she has a similar technique to hers. These are two of the most amazing massage therapists I've ever had in my 50+ years. Deep tissue here actually means deep tissue, not just pressing harder. They both have an incredibly intuitive and capable technique that works out knots and releases areas where I've been holding a lot of tension, while also feeling wonderful. And they stay with it rather than move on quickly before it's released. I left buzzing in the most beautiful, relaxed, released way. Parking was easy to find, and it's downtown. Hands down, Seabird is the best! read more

Best massage I ever had in Hilo! Loved every part of it. The ladies were welcoming and thoroughly explained the services that I chose. I did a 1 hour massage with hot stones, then cupping. The pressure was perfect. Can't wait for my next appointment. I will be using Seabird as my place for bodywork maintenance. read more

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Walked in on Friday morning. My friend and I had a deep tissue massage, body scrub and ear waxing. They did a great job accommodating us on such short notice. The only thing we would suggest is to turn up the AC it was warm in there and disposable shower slippers for the shower after our body scrub. Other than that we felt great! They rubbed and scrubbed our pain away. A perfect way to start our staycation. Will return on our next staycation! read more

my other half and i had such a great experience at searbird massage in hilo! lily and michelle were so sweet and took us as a last minute walk in before they closed! 10/10 experience, would definitely return read more

My husband and I have been getting massages from Rachel for over a year now. She previously worked at one of the other massage companies, so when we heard she started her own business, we booked massages as soon as we could. Her location was great. It was easy to find parking across the street. Her waiting area has really comfortable chairs, and there is also a private bathroom which is nice for a location downtown. Rachel gives amazing massages. While they are deep tissue, they don't hurt and are extremely soothing. We get 90 minute massages, which feel like the perfect amount of time. Having 2 young children, my massage days are what I enjoy most for self care. I would highly recommend going to Sea Bird Massage as a regular therapeutic treat! read more

Best Massage I Ever Had! Sophia was excellent. We discussed areas that needed extra care and any allergies to lotions, injuries, etc. She was so comforting and caring. The owner, Rachel, was very friendly, accommodating and just nice. I would definitely recommend this business and hope you can experience this fine service. I have already recommended it to several of our friends. read more

Found this business through Yelp,message received a very prompt response and answered my questions.Also received a reminder message for appointment day before.Michelle was my masseuse,I had a deep tissue massage,with hot rocks.It was a very relaxing experience.I like the warm towels that was used to wipe some of the oils off.Looking forward to next appointment! read more

I've been getting massages for decades, and Rachel at Seabird Massage and Spa is by far my favorite therapist. She takes the time to listen, understands exactly what your body needs, and has an incredible touch that balances relaxation with real therapeutic results. Every session with her leaves me feeling renewed and pain-free. If you're looking for someone truly exceptional, Rachel is the one to book! read more

I am currently in town for a dental event over the weekend, and following a lengthy day of attending to patients and standing, I opted to indulge in a massage. Regrettably, our resort spa was fully booked, prompting me to search for alternatives on Google, where I discovered Seabird Message and Spa. I contacted them at 5:00, and Rachel kindly accommodated me with a 6:20 appointment for a one-hour deep tissue with hot stones, despite the short notice. My masseuse, Lucy, recommended cupping, a technique I had not previously experienced. Throughout the hour-long session, she meticulously worked on every muscle, ensuring my comfort levels were consistently met, ultimately inducing profound relaxation, to the point where I briefly fell asleep on multiple occasions. After my appointment I felt tremendously relaxed even to the point where I ended up tipping her triple because she did such an amazing job in relaxing me. 10/1000 read more

What a wonderful massage! I've had so very many in my 70+ years but discovering Rachael on this vacation back to Hilo has been a delight. And the location is so convenient to everything else! read more

Absolutely needed a massage after a 14hr trip from Orlando. Back hurt, ankles swollen. I was a mess. Thank you to Rachel for your efforts. read more

I've tried many places, and this is the best place to get a massage in Hilo. Rachel is very skilled and will leave you feeling incredibly relaxed. The location is very convenient and immaculately clean. The space is incredibly peaceful. read more

We really enjoyed our experience here! My boyfriend and I got the couples massage and were really impressed with the service we received. He likes really hard pressure and Sophia gave him exactly what he asked for. I had Rachel and I like medium pressure on my upper back, but I have a really sensitive lower back and prefer light pressure there. I told her this before we began and was so relieved that she remembered to be gentle when we got to that area. I often have to remind people at that point to use lighter pressure, but it made me feel extra relaxed and comfortable that Rachel remembered on her own. They both checked in with us frequently, but not so frequently that we felt like we were giving instruction the whole time. It was just the right amount that made us feel like our enjoyment was prioritized. We really cannot recommend this place highly enough! We even ended up going back a second time during our short stay in Hilo and Rachel and Sophia not only remembered us, but remembered exactly how we liked our massage pressure. We will definitely return every time we are back in Hilo! read more

Fantastic hour massage! Beautiful atmosphere! Absolutely loved it & can't wait to come back