Stayed the weekend at Spa Santangelo. Camper bed is super cozy and there's all the amenities one could need. An outdoor shower, tea bar, mini fridge, a charming patio with tables, a covered area with outdoor sofas and chairs - all nestled into a quiet street with Redwoods as your neighbors. Melissa is very nice and easy to communicate with. I would love to stay at the spa again. read more

Spa Santangelo - Redwood beauty all around - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

Scheduled for a couples Spa and Massage on Thursday. Will be delighted to give you an update on Friday! So far very good! read more

Super friendly, welcoming and accommodating! Excellent relaxing massage and the entire experience of yoga, sound bowls, sauna and massage (the Sparty package) was wonderful! My besties and me really enjoyed our time there! read more

This is a very lovely place. Surrounded by beautiful redwoods, Melissa has created a wonderful space that is very relaxing and filled with positive energy. I have received several massages from her and always leave feeling so much better read more

My mom and I came here a few weeks ago and it was fabulous, such a nice little time to ourselves and left feeling fabulous read more

Spa Santangelo - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

Horrible Spa Experience - First off, seem like almost every time there was a neighbor with a Chainsaw going to town next door, not very "spa like and relaxing" lol. We went back because she seemed nice and we like to support local business so we overlooked the flaws of a small house spa operation. Well my wife booked a massage this time for two, she said ok I'll see if the other massage therapist can do it. We hear nothing for weeks and all the sudden she calls and text my wife today stressing her out "The massage therapist is here and I'm going to have to pay him and charge you if you can't make it" What?! Lady first off you didn't give my wife a time or confirm????????? Does that make sense to anyone to just call a message therapist over with NO TIME SCHEDULED......So we were just supposed to show up and guess when the guy is going to be there and that he's able to do it? So she responds with sorry it's been a bad winter and I have three jobs. I said yes I understand it's been a tough winter for all of us around here, that' doesn't make it right to want to charge us for something you didn't confirm and even give us a time for. I tell her we were busy and can't drop everything and make it to something we didn't think was happening and want a refund. Of course she says no and it says in her waiver that she doesn't do refunds. So your going to not give a refund for something that was YOUR FAULT that you didn't confirm or even give a time for? Ok, so she basically got free money for two massages and did nothing, but screwed over local customers. Ya congrats, well done, smooth. So I would be careful if there is ever a mix-up that is even her fault ,don't expect to get your money back "because she has it in her waiver". If she does that to people that have been there multiple times best believe she will do it to anyone. read more

OMG!!! You are awesome Melissa! Your therapis was, too. Sorry forgot her name. Place is so cute and relaxing. Melissa welcomed us in like we've been friends forever. Such a great feeling. Her massage and facial were great!! We'll be back for sure! read more

Spa Santangelo - Infrared sauna - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

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This place and Melissa is a blessing on Earth..... seriously !! I have been here once 3 years ago with my husband and I felt so happy, balanced and just happy! That even my husband said wow I've never seen you look so peaceful lol I re visited on Monday and it was my first time having a massage and energy work since then. I felt like I was in a natural high that it made me want to continue the work on balancing myself out. Today playing with my toddler, on the floor, I was anticipating me getting up slowly and painfully. This time I got up with zero pain and felt light like a feather! I started working out and stretching like I was 10 years younger She also offers Spa parties! Called Sparties :) Definitely going to keep recommending her and she also has classes on her website which I recommend! Thank you thank you for bettering my life Melissa*hugs* read more

I had my first full body massage (as well as my first reiki healing) with Melissa. She was very accommodating as I was visiting from out of town and asked for a last minute session. I walked in one person and left feeling like someone new, gently buoyant and energetically restored. As someone new to massage, her style felt a little heavy handed, but she was very receptive when I spoke up and asked for readjustment. The energy work she did was also powerful and healing. The massage felt very intuitive as she worked to reconnect and revitalize neglected parts of my body, both physically and energetically. She is naturally tuned in and gifted, and I got exactly what I was hoping for. I would love to come back next time I'm in town! read more

We had an incredible 90 minute message followed by a startie package with sauna and hot tub. It was three hours total of pure bliss and relaxation. We arrived at this oasis and were very warmly greeted to a message studio in the back. The studio was warm, tranquil, and inviting. It was raining and the noise on the roof paired with the soothing music was the perfect ambiance. Melissa is an incredibly gifted message therapist. I highly recommend adding the sauna and hot tub after the treatment. We had the whole place to ourselves for another 90 minutes and enjoyed going back and forth between sauna and the hot tub under the redwoods. It was private and romantic. They even allow beer, wine, and are dog friendly too. Highly recommend! read more

Spa Santangelo - Hot tub under the redwoods. - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

Spa Santangelo is the perfect spot for tub in the redwoods. Extremely private and beautiful.

This place is the BEST!! I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and can NOT tell you how amazing everything was!! Danny gives the most amazing massaged ever!!! And, the owner's facials are like nothing I've ever had. I was glowing when I left!! The atmosphere is BEAUTIFUL and so peaceful!! We are definitely coming back!! Thank you SO much!!!! read more

Spa Santangelo - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

Just what I needed to unwind and relax, the Spa Circuit. My guest and I had a private large garden patio, hot tub, sauna, and studio space to ourselves for 90 minutes on Saturday. We enjoyed the beautiful redwood ringed hot tub, the luxurious outdoor shower and a wonderful infrared sauna. We had tea and cucumber water waiting for us, too. The massage chair was the ultimate way to end our session. Everything was so clean, all covid protocols were impressively in place. We will be back to do the Spa Circuit again! read more

What a wonderful, healing experience. Tucked away in a beautiful forest surrounded by natural beauty, this spa is a true gem. Will be back!

I have been going to Spa Santaangelo for many years. Melissa is amazing. The atmosphere is 5 star. Her services are amazing. I recently got a gift treatment from my son. It was for "The Deluxe Date." to share with my husband. When you are waiting for your spouse to have their treatment, you are relaxing inside a beautiful room, with a very magical feeling. Comfortable lounge chair, and many beautiful things to look at. You can also wait outside in her beautiful outside area surrounded by redwoods. An area for relaxing, and having tea. Hot tub area is private with an amazing view of the redwoods. Your spouse will enjoy what you have enjoyed while you are having your treatment. I highly recommend this for a special treat. It was really great to have the time to spend before or after your treatment, rather than a single treatment, and then leaving.. ********* Pam and George read more

Had a great visit I got a wonderful massage from Melyssa while my girlfriend soak in the hot tub and did a spa treatment. I would highly recommend it for anybody wanting a little relaxation in the Santa Cruz area read more

Absolutely LOVE Spa Santangelo and Melissa. Such a down-to-earth, relaxed and friendly experience--each and every time. I try to get to this great place at least 3 or 4 times a year and LOVE taking friends. Melissa offers deals on a regular basis as well through her newsletter and on her website and this really helps keep it affordable. I am especially fond of her facials, but really, it's ALL great! read more

A charming little gem! Melissa has a beautiful space under the redwoods. Relaxing and beautifully decorated. Lovely gardens! She is very attentive and intuitive. She gives a fabulous massage-firm and great for someone who needs deep tissue work. She also offers food facials-so yummy on my skin-combined with some time in the hot tub-so relaxing. Just 10ish minutes from downtown Santa Cruz- it's a little oasis and a lovely drive. read more

This place deserves more than the stars I could give it . Serene , magical , professional are the words that come to my mind anytime I'm bragging about going to this spa. I'm sure my friends are tired of hearing it but I find my center and detox from everyday stress when I come here . If your lucky enough to be in the area -I'd book asap. read more

I've been meaning to write a review for a while just to say that I visited the spa for a massage with Melissa and it was awesome. I felt so relaxed and so much lighter energetically after I left. As always, the spa is meticulously clean and beyond hygienic, all health precautions in effect were followed. I especially appreciated the UVC light cleaning (germicidal irradiation, highly effective). If you've been desperate for bodywork/attention like me, treat yourself. read more

Wonderful owner. Beautiful place. Good massages. Highly recommend. Owner called me back quickly and made special appointments on Sunday to accommodate us from out of town. Served us rose water in the garden. Very beautiful place. We felt special. Massage therapists customized our massages according to our preferences and I loved the papaya facial mask. read more

Spa Santangelo - Massage Therapy Near Me - Felton, California

Wow! The first true pleasurable treat after 13 plus weeks of sheltering In place. Top of my list ... a booking to return to Melissa's massage studio for couples massages. Masks are required, Signs are everywhere, an outdoor sink to wash hands, many places in her lovely, peaceful environment to social distance. Appointments are staggered, 2 per day allowing for one to easily relax, read or meditate. Melissa also wore a mask and gloves during the entire massage. She is an incredible intuitive and given the time away, her massages were fantastic. We left feeling restored. A perfect day at this forest retreat. read more

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Finally was able to see Melissa since she's opened back up due to COVID19, I was so happy to see her! Some things have changed- masks required (for both of us) and wash your hands. I got there a bit early and she was sanitizing and had a UV light going in the room. I was never worried before about cleanliness but it's nice to know that the extra steps are being taken for my health and hers. Loved all the new updates to the outdoor garden and Spa, so relaxing and peaceful, See you in a few weeks! read more

Spa Santangelo is a magical retreat in the redwood forest! I did the spa circuit one beautiful evening and felt completely rejuvenated. The outdoor hot tub was my favorite. It's outside surrounded by trees. It was so quiet and serene. The infrared sauna was also incredible. I've only used traditional saunas in the past, which I find to be a bit intense, but this one was so relaxing. I highly recommend this experience!!! read more

Amazing !! Rustic setting! Hot tub, outdoor massage!!! Great masseuses! Bring your own picnic ! Champagne in the hot tub!!

Really a very unique and special place. Two days later, still a big reduction in my chronic pain. Thank you!

My friends gifted me a 90-minute prenatal massage from Spa Santangelo. It was divine! Melissa is excellent -- very intuitive and thoughtful. And the spa itself was lovely: there was a dry sauna, hot tub, massage chair, and meditation garden for my friends to enjoy while I got my massage. Perfect! I wholeheartedly give Melissa and Spa Santangelo a 5/5 stars for sure. read more

Missi is fun, funny and totally awesome! I booked Missi for a very special evening for my boyfriend and I, Missi came over to my house and gave us an on-site couples massage. I even did the foot detox...which is actually kinda trippy! Ask Missi about it! I'm pretty healthy as far as eating mostly organic and taking a shot of organic wheat grass in my fruit smoothie every morning so this detox didn't really do much for me...but still an interesting treatment. If you are looking for a nice massage and don't want to leave your home...this is a good deal! I do however suggest setting up a timer or clock around so that you make sure you get your full hour in... Also, I have never had my shakras balanced before and Missi helped me with that. Missi has a really strong and positive energy to her which is totally transcendent. read more

I purchased a deal through groupon: for the price i paid I thought I got a steal! :) massage, jacuzzi and sauna..very relaxing/zen atmosphere. She was very attentive, She will also let you have your time to relax and just hang out..which was nice. - I will be back to visit! read more

After looking at a variety of different options, my girlfriends and I chose Balance Studio for our friend's bachelorette party recently. And we sure are glad we did. Upon arriving at this serene home studio, we were greeted warmly with lemon water, a tiara for the bride-to-be and a "bride" champagne flute before being ushered into a gorgeous HUGE studio we had free roam of for the entire day. The owner, Melissa, allowed us to bring in outside food and drink, and she even walked us to a swimming hole lake for residents of the vacation homes there rather than braving what would have surely been a crazy beach given the beautiful weather. The price was incredibly reasonable. We all received manicures and pedicures along with an hourlong massage while having use of all the amenities including a sauna, hot tub and back cottage on site for what would have been the price of a massage at a corporate or large cookie-cutter spot. Being blown away continued throughout the day, especially when it came to receiving a massage from Melissa who (I later found out) specializes in energy work, otherwise known as reiki, which I had not even previously heard of. As I told her after the massage, it was such a surreal experience that really changed my mindset. I am a very science-driven person but having felt what was happening (without her even telling me what she was going to do) absolutely blew my mind. After finding out I had a bad knee, she said she would focus her "energies" on it but I didn't think that this was exactly what she was going to do. It truly is hard to explain in words, which is crazy for me to say given I am a writer. Skeptic or not, it is worth giving it a shot. You have nothing to lose and only a ton to gain by stopping by this beautiful location which will at the very least offer you much-needed R&R in a beautiful location adorned with a variety of plants and flowers, a true escape from reality. read more

My girlfriends and I have taken advantage of many spa day package discounts. Our recent visit to Balance Studio Spa, with Melissa, was an unbelivably relaxing experience. I have never been so content and comfortable at a spa. I can't wait to do it again :) Massage/ Food Facial/ Reading about self improvement/ Napping /good conversation with amazing people -- what else can you ask for? read more

Melissa is an amazing healer. I went here for the first time and now I am hooked! From the beginning, the experience is peaceful and serene, if you have a morning massage you get the smells of the morning fog and the redwoods. The studio is situated in the mountains and you truly feel like you are on a retreat, not just "getting a massage". Melissa's awareness during the massage is phenomenal. She is very good at finding the tension points and working the knots out of the muscles. I was able to walk away from the experience feeling very relaxed and ready to take on the rest of my day! read more

I had the most awesome massage by Melissa last week and I can't stop talking about it! She is so sweet and fun to be around! Her studio is so peaceful and relaxing: I just didn't want to leave! read more

I can't wait to go again! Don't be fooled, this place is a hidden gem. We first checked this place out for a spa day for a friend's Bachelorette party and from the very first phone call we were impressed by the friendliness, willingness to help and work with us. After a beautiful drive there we walk through the gates and I am instantly impressed. I love the laid back vibe, the chalk messages telling you to stop and breathe to the bubbles at the waiting area table! That was just the beginning, they didn't pull out any stop for us. I was impressed by the room we got to use which was huge! We had the whole place to our selves the entire day! I just wish it had been cooler so we could have used the hot tub but all and all it was a perfect day for a great outing. :) Our massages were amazing, the mother and daughter doing our nails were a blast and just an over all great group of people. read more

I loved my session with Mell. She did a massage and a facial on me. Very lovely place and charming too. read more

I purchased the Lotus Package and enjoyed every minute of it! Her studio is very relaxing, welcoming and adorable. I will be going back! Cerissa read more

The spa facilities are interesting in a funky sort of way, but not distracting. During the pre-massage discussion I was very specific about needing a gentle, relaxing massage, with slow, deep pressure. I was greatly disappointed in that her touch was fast and very abrupt, leaving me tense rather than relaxed. She was successful in relieving the knots in my neck and back, but her treatment overall was rather harsh and lacking in sensitivity, especially in light of our conversation. I was left disappointed and confused. I won't be back. Per your comments below. You asked me only once about the pressure. The issue was not the pressure but the abrupt strokes. It was not a slow and gentle deep massage which is what I specifically asked for. I don't think it's appropriate for a client to have to stop the massage to repeat instructions....to please slow down, don't be so abrupt and give the indication that you are in a hurry and not really interested in client support or satisfaction. I would suggest you take more time to really listen to your clients and have greater sensitivity. read more

I've had several massages from Melissa and I always know I'll receive great bodywork and her whole attention. Her place is beautiful, I feel relaxed the minute I get there, and I can tell that healing and providing a peaceful environment are her calling. I love going there, it's like a little vacation. Call Melissa, get pampered, breathe in the forest and go home relaxed and joyful. read more

Humpty Dumpty (me) was put back together again by Melissa @ Balance spa. I am an RN and was thoroughly physically broken from a) work b) pushing myself physically to work out. I seriously hurt. So, I enter this wonderful, soothing, artful oasis and was treated very professionally. Her understanding of anatomy, physiology coupled with intuition is beautiful and worked so well. I am able to function well again. I cannot recommend Balance highly enough! Thank you so much! read more

Melissa is AWESOME! First of all, she is located at a location that is sooo relaxing and serene that you can't help but fall right on to her beds. My gf and I had facials and they were sooo great that both of our faces were glowing for days. LOVE This place and LOVE how Melissa provides such a 'Royal' experience. Will definitely go back! read more