This was my first time returning to PGA National Spa since the renovation, and I was really…read moreimpressed with the transformation. The renovation is beautiful, and the experience from check-in onward was courteous, efficient, and well organized.
I booked a 90-minute massage with Ivan and added the exfoliating brush treatment. Ivan did an excellent job. The massage was firm, which is exactly what I prefer, and he was attentive to the pressure throughout the treatment. I also appreciated how well he paced the massage. He spent an appropriate amount of time on each area rather than rushing through the session, and I left feeling genuinely relaxed, especially through my shoulders.
The one thing I would not recommend is the exfoliating brush add-on. At the price point, I expected it to meaningfully enhance the experience, but it honestly felt inconsistent and didn't add much to the massage. Sometimes the brush was used to begin an area and sometimes it wasn't, and I didn't notice any real benefit afterward. For me, it wasn't worth the additional cost.
The women's locker room and lounge areas were beautiful, very clean, and well appointed. I used the hot tub, spa room, and sauna, and all were relaxing. I intentionally arrived early so I could take advantage of the amenities rather than simply coming in for my treatment and leaving.
One of my favorite parts was being able to sit on the chaise lounge, enjoy the complimentary teas, water, and snacks, and just journal and decompress. That's what makes a spa day feel like a spa day rather than simply getting a massage.
Unfortunately, it was raining during my visit, so I wasn't able to enjoy the Waters of the World. I appreciated that they provided a rain check at checkout, which was a nice gesture and means I'll have a reason to return.
The spa retail shop is also worth browsing. There were beautiful items, luxurious robes, nice lotions, and some cute jewelry. It felt thoughtfully curated rather than like an afterthought.
Overall, this was a very relaxing day and a beautiful facility. My advice would be to arrive early enough to actually enjoy the amenities, and definitely read through reviews when choosing your massage therapist or treatment.
Five stars for the overall experience. I would absolutely return--I'd just skip the exfoliating brush add-on.