After a few years of coming here regularly, I realized it was finally time to leave a review because places like this truly deserve the recognition. As someone who works long hours on my feet as a chef, finding a spa that consistently delivers quality service, reasonable prices, and genuine care is rare. It's become part of my routine for maintenance and self-care, not just a luxury visit once in a while. Great service, kind staff, clean atmosphere, and a genuinely relaxing experience every time. San Mateo is lucky to have them. Thanks. read more

TRIGGER WARNING: SA My bf requested a female masseuse for me. I'm not sure why I got a male masseuse and my bf got a female masseuse. I did not feel comfortable with a man touching me. It was difficult for me to speak up but then he started massaging my butt. Wtf?? Did I consent to this? Hell no. When I finally built up the courage to ask if we could switch people, they laughed and said ok. You. Assaulted. Me. I still don't understand why the male masseuse came to me instead of my bf especially when we specifically requested a woman for me... This experience was incredibly uncomfortable for myself because it reminded me of a previous SA trauma. Plus they didn't even properly apologize for this experience. (Please note my experience was from well over a year ago) read more

I'm so glad my husband discovered this place! He booked us a Groupon for a 2 hour couples massage and facial. The space is very large! We appreciated the onsite parking as street parking is horrendous around there. We felt welcome throughout our stay, even though majority of the workers speak Chinese and only minimal English (we didn't mind). Our massages were heavenly. Soo much pressure and so relaxing. We had a man and woman but we did not catch their names. Just fyi you don't get much guidance, so I'm glad I had been to a massage before as I could explain the process to my husband. I was glad they had larger size robes available - always a source of worry for me. The facial was also great. Be aware they do extractions without asking. I do hope they sterilize their equipment. I did appreciate seeing the aestheticians certificates displayed. Others commenting on tips should know is expected to tip with massages - based on the typical service price, not the Groupon price. There is a sign by the desk to assist with calculating it. Overall I think the services are good value and I look forward to returning! Thank you. read more

My favorite massage and facial place, I come often. My favorite therapists are Helen, Mei and Maggie, very professional, skillful and pleasant to work with. Highly recommended. read more

This review has nothing to do with the service we got at the actual location, because we never made it there! So, this evening Sept 19th 2025 around 6:45pm. I called the place TWICE. BOTH times, the person picked up the phone & hung up BOTH times!! No hello, nothing, just "click!" Why did they do that??? I was actually really excited to make an appointment for what I was going to get off my Groupon deal for my couples massage, but NNOOO! They just killed my vibe. You may think this is a little issue, but this "llittle" rudeness goes a long way. Who ever hung up on me TWICE needs checking. Rude & unacceptable!! Not getting any business from me, sorry not sorry.... read more

Water Lounge Spa - Rude and unacceptable for hanging up on me twice on the phone! - Day Spas Near Me - San Mateo, California

I used my unused Classpass credits and thought this place is reasonably priced. The spa reminded me of Asia. There are 2-3 private hot tub/jacuzzi rooms with showers downstairs. Overall cleanliness is decent and acceptable. I appreciated that there were plenty of massage rooms. If you want add ons like aromatherapy massage oils or hot stones, it's only $9 which is relatively cheap. Massage was decent. read more

I found Water Lounge Spa on Groupon and called them to book the deal, and they will honor the Groupon price if you take a screenshot and just book with them on the phone! There is a parking lot behind this building designated for Water Lounge Spa patrons, which I greatly appreciated. I purchased a 30 minute hot tub session with 60 minute custom facial and 60 minute massage with essential oil and hot stones, and the total came out to $150. The hot tub was really nice and it comes with a shower that doubles as a sauna. I was a little skeptical of using the shampoo and conditioner that the shower comes with, but I did rinse off using the body wash that they provide prior to my massage out of respect for my masseuse. The massage was so comfortable, I nearly fell asleep. During my period in between the massage and facial, they took me to a couch where I was given water and crackers. The experience is heavenly, my facial included steaming, extractions, and a soothing herbal mask. I found my experience wholly worth it. read more

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Trouble with finding class pass reservation. Business told me I needed to call if same day. They found my reservation but continued to tell me that in the future I have to call. They need to arrange that with class pass rather than tell a new customer they did something wrong when they walk in the door. read more

We booked a one-hour hydrotherapy session for two on Valentine's Day, selected Alice and Angela when reserving and paying online cuz it was required to select a staff member per person, but it was totally unnecessary, as the hot tubs are in individual rooms with a door we were able to lock to maintain privacy, and we encountered minimal staff interaction at arrival, just someone leading us to our hot tub room. The lobby was beautiful, with high ceilings and stylish furnishings in the lounge/waiting area. The hot tub room was simple but sufficient. It was spacious and consisted of one bench/seat, a few hooks for hanging garments, the hot tub with strong jets for the back and legs, and a shower/steam room combo (not as hot in there as an actual sauna, but again, it was sufficient for our needs). Liquid soap, shampoo, and conditioner were available on the shower wall, and the restrooms on site provided hairdryers to use and individually wrapped disposable combs. We had a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, and would definitey recommend this spot for hydrotherapy. They also have a dedicated parking lot in the back for convenience (entrance on El Camino Real). read more

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I am surprised to receive this message, as it does not reflect my experience during the visit. I was not confrontational, nor did I question the service while I was there. I remained respectful and simply completed my appointment. Any concerns I had were shared afterward in my review. I take pride in treating others with respect, so it's disappointing to be characterized this way. I believe feedback--whether positive or negative--is a normal part of being a customer. The fact that the owner would reply falsely under my review is extremely unprofessional I've never received a phone call or anything addressing my concerns. I will never even think of returning as I said before I'm use to upscale spa treatment where the ambience and customer service is top tier read more

I visited Water Lounge Spa for the first time and already know I'll be coming back for more. I booked the full combo--30min private spa, 1hr deep tissue massage, & a 1hr facial-- & the entire experience was exactly what I needed. Not a long wait, although I had an apt. Many people in line ahead of me were purchasing large service packages so clearly, they're doing things right here. While it's not the most high-end location, the space is cozy, clean, & creates a genuinely relaxing ambiance. The private spa was such a peaceful moment to unwind, & the shower area was spotless with quality products provided. Alice gave me one of the best deep tissue massages I've ever had--no wonder she's in high demand. I walked out feeling completely refreshed. Cindy handled my facial, & it was incredibly calming and thorough. Both were professional, kind, & skilled at what they do. Overall, a very pleasant & restorative experience. Highly recommend if you're looking for a place to relax, reset, & take care of yourself. I'll definitely be back! read more

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My friend and I had a great experience here! It was a great deal on Groupon for 30 minutes in the hot tub, an extensive facial and a wonderfully relaxing massage. The front desk girl was super helpful and friendly. The other staff spoke minimal English but they were very skilled and so sweet. Easy parking. Overall, it was an amazing deal and such a nice way to spend an afternoon! read more

The massage was amazing felt so relaxed but what i didn't like was how they kept asking for a tip at the end without waiting for me to hand it read more

The front desk gal was so welcoming and the rest of the staff too. We did the 30mins hot tub and 60mins massage. Birthday present from the Hubby and His close friend. I enjoyed every bit of it. read more

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This is the second time I bought the Groupon for hour massage and hour facial. First of all, there is parking! My appointment was at 11:00 and after using the restroom, I waited in the waiting area for only a couple of minutes. I did do the $9 add on for hot stones essential oil. Gary was my masseuse. He was polite and asked how the pressure was. He was great!!! Lilly made my face look like glass! She doesn't talk which is ok but she made my skin look amazing. read more

We have been here 3 times. We really like it here because it's clean and the staff are very attentive. They honor promotional deals and coupon deals. We like to do the 30 minute private hot tub/shower/sauna room and then a hour full body massage. The ambience while getting a massage is great and the ladies are very good at their craft. We live 3 hours away and we will keep coming back here. It's that good. read more

Got here for an afternoon of me time. Started off with an hour of hot tub, followed by an hour of massage and 30 min of body scrub. I also tried the head treatment. The hot tub room is private with a good size of tub and a private shower area. It is pretty clean but the chlorine smell is a bit strong. The complimentary body wash is better than their Millbrae facility. Scrub and massage is in another room, which comes with a big shower area. Massage was okay. Scrub was nice with very fine salt. It was overall okay. They prep the shower for me here which is nice. Head treatment is in another room. I find the treatment to be okay and I likely won't get it again. The head treatment came with heavy head massage. At first, the lady used a small device (those cheap head massage tool) which didn't do anything for me. I asked for changing back to real massage which was a little better. The washing band (with arch) was comfortable. I passed out a bit. I likely won't get it from here again on the head treatment. Overall, value wise, it is pretty good here. But similar issues with the other facility. They accept walk ins. It is good on flexibility. But it is difficult to manage. When I was in the tub, they were supposed to knock 15 min before the end of the session. The notice should happen only once. But my door got knocked many times starting from 30 min mark. It turned out that they thought my session should have ended it earlier or they thought I was someone else? Similar things happened at the sauna room in Millbrae location. So yeah, you somewhat got what you paid for. I would recommend bring your own slippers here. Much easier. This is a better facility than Millbrae but it doesn't have the sauna over here. read more

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Horrible Experience -- Developed a Nasty Fungal Infection From Unsanitary Conditions After Spa Visit I'm writing this to warn others after an absolutely awful experience at Waterlounge Spa in San Mateo. I visited in June 2025 for what was supposed to be a relaxing hot tub session, but instead left with a severe fungal infection that has lasted over four months and caused me daily discomfort, lost sleep, and anxiety. The infection started just a few days after my visit with intense itching, burning, and redness on the bottom of my feet. I had never had these symptoms before, and I immediately realized something was wrong. After researching and later confirming that it was athlete's foot, it became clear that I contracted it from their unsanitary facilities. It's now been over four months, and I'm STILL dealing with this infection. Despite using multiple antifungal creams, cleaning my home and shoes constantly, and taking every precaution, it keeps returning. It's caused me countless sleepless nights from the burning and itching, and has spread my toenails WTF . I've spent so much time, energy, and money trying to get rid of this fungal infection that came from the steam shower.... where fungus and spores thrive in the warm, moist, and poorly sanitized environments.... how disgusting now that I think about it. If Waterlounge Spa truly followed proper cleaning and disinfection practices, I would not be dealing with this painful infection months later. Athlete's foot fungus thrives in warm, moist, unclean environments -- exactly the kind of conditions I experienced there. Their so-called "cleaning" procedures are clearly nonexistent or completely inadequate. What's even worse is how the owner handled my complaint. Instead of showing concern, apologizing, or investigating, Zuyi was rude, dismissive, and defensive, insisting that it wasn't possible. Then sent me texts about how to treat it.. which I had already been doing for months. She clearly didn't care about the serious health impact this caused. Her lack of professionalism is obvious in her Yelp responses. This has been one of the most frustrating experiences of my life -- months of applying antifungal creams, disinfecting my home, throwing out shoes, socks, bath mats, and feeling isolated because I don't want to infect anyone else. Not to mention the money I spent on creams, disinfectants, antifungal powder, socks and doctors appointments. If a business operates in an environment that promotes fungal or bacterial growth, they have an obligation to disinfect thoroughly between every customer -- not just claim that they do. Based on my experience, Waterlounge Spa's hygiene practices are virtually nonexistent, and I wouldn't be surprised if others have been infected too but never realized where it came from. If I could go back in time, I would never have stepped foot in this spa and I strongly urge anyone considering this place to think twice. If you care about your health, safety, and peace of mind, avoid this spa at all costs. read more

came here as a valentine date. The whole time instructions were unclear there was a piece of gum at our hot tub and I could never tell what's going on, but I took well in hopes to good service. I can't tell if I'll come back here. read more

Be aware and never buy their packages since they will not refund in proportion. Their service is overpriced comparing to others. Their scheduling is a completely disorganized, even you make appointments you usually wait 15 - 30 minutes. Their front desk is very unfriendly. Edited 10/6, please check attached screenshot to see how rude their manager is. read more

Water Lounge Spa - Look at how their manager treat customers - Day Spas Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Found them on Groupon, but you can also go directly to them for the deal! My partner and I did a spa day, so I booked a couple's hydrotherapy session, massage, and facial. It was an amazing experience. The hydrotherapy room provided a hot tub and shower to relax in for 30 minutes. Afterward, we were taken to the massage room. Karen and Jennifer were amazing masseuses who identified all problem areas and ensured the pressure was always good. The facials had a nice face massage with them, our skin was glowing after. We felt so relaxed after, we will definitely be back! read more

I went in for a full body massage and had a very concerning experience. During the massage, the therapist placed her fingers under the base of my skull, near the back of my head, and pulled upward. I immediately felt and heard a pop, followed by a strange sensation like cold water rushing down my ear (though there was no actual water). Two days later, I developed severe symptoms: * Intense headaches * Pain running down my entire spine * Popping in my ear * Numbness in my left arm This has been incredibly alarming and uncomfortable. What was supposed to be a relaxing massage turned into something that has left me in pain and worried about possible injury. Please be very cautious -- I strongly advise against coming here for massage services. What happened to me was not safe or professional, and I would not want anyone else to go through this experience. read more

Do not book an appointment through class pass. They will tell you when you arrive that their other clients take priority. It's a waste of time and they do not have a clear way to notify you in advance. Save yourself the trip, its not an honest business. They will only tell you its canceled when you arrive in person. read more

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Very good massage place. Also the tub is very relax and clean. I went there for hot tub and massage and I felt very relaxed.

What stood out most was how personalized everything felt. The therapist checked in with me throughout the session to make sure the pressure was perfect, and afterwards I felt lighter, calmer, and truly rejuvenated. read more

Was looking for one of those head spas similar to h2O but on a budget and this was what I found! Linda took care of me and was very attentive to what I was asking! I just want to say, this girl has amazing work of hands! I'm a little sensitive/tender but I know if anyone else is in need of a good massage- she's your girl. This was my first time getting a head care treatment and I loved that Linda was so friendly and walked me through everything she was doing. They also had these amazing eye masks that seemed like they had some weight and heat to them. I think I fell asleep for a second she also let me take a picture and record to share what the experience was like! I would definitely come back here and they also have other options such as a salt sauna! Such a peaceful experience! Thanks again Linda :) read more

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Tubs are hit or miss. And FYI: Doors don't lock! It felt very unsafe. Massage is average or below. Prices seem ok. Stressful service that will up-charge very quickly. The last time we went the hot tub was foaming with soap (photo). And then the water started to drain and the jets started spraying like crazy! Like terrifyingly. Got moved to another tub with no jets. By that time we had no energy to complaint so we just waited until the time was up. If you're coming here for the hot water experience I would say: don't bother. We also got the deep tissue massage and I was very disappointed by it. Little to no pressure - despite paying "extra" for "deep tissue". It's really a service mill so they want you out as soon as possible. And you can feel it! I guess you pay what you get - low price means very low quality of service. read more

I found this spa on ClassPass and decided to check it out! I went for a European facial on a Sunday afternoon. The front desk person was busy checking in 3 people ahead of me, so my facial started a little late. The spa is spacious with multiple rooms for other services such as hair scalp treatments and massages. It is not a spa with a minimalist interior design. My esthetician came out quickly and took me to my room. She was kind and ensured that I was comfortable the whole time. She didn't explain each step or product, but answered all of my questions. Overall, I enjoyed my facial because she did a deep massage of my face and neck! She made my headache go away! I would definitely come back to her again. read more

Came in for a 2 hour couples massage and facial - massage was amazing, for the both of us, they were very intuitive and able to find trouble spots and worked them out. Best massage I've had in awhile. Highly recommend the deep tissue massage especially for those that workout a lot. Facial was equally as great - this was both our first time getting facial, they were gentle and through and came out with our skin feeling amazing! (this may become a regular thing!) read more

I just had a wonderful 90 minute massage with Alice. I would come regularly if I lived near by. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town! read more

1st time here. I did a walk-in and got the Combo: body and feet massage for 90 mins. my masseuse was MIA...and she did AMAZING! You'll pay for the service prior and on your way out you pay tip. The tipping doesn't seem like an option...it kinda seemed forced. Mia was good and i planned on tipping anyways. but it should be optional and not forced. California is different lol read more

For my birthday I was gifted the Diamond package and it may have been the best experience ever. Hot tub, amazing massage, body scrub ( which I've never had and will for sure do again) and an incredible facial. Everything they did was exactly right and will make this more of a routine now that the birthdays keep getting closer read more

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I'm pretty bummed about my experience here. I am a very frequent member at water lounge Millbrae however today I was in San Mateo and I wanted to pop in and get a 1 hour foot massage. Unfortunatly they do not do foot massages here at this location ?? Only Millbrae? That's kinda odd considering that's not on their website where it says what's at San Mateo and what's at Millbrae. I think their website needs some updating. I was really disappointed and I didn't find the girl to be to friendly. Also when you walk in it smells very strong of chlorine which I didn't love read more

Following up on my review. Yes I did not leave any tips because I don't feel like for the $ I paid I received the service I suppose to get. (Note. I have always tipped coming here and my last visit i even tip more than we usually do, Grace and May was awesome) And you said you didn't call me to ask me if I wanted to leave more tips? Here's the phone call I received 2 mins after I left the spa. You clearly asked me on the phone "are you sure you don't want to leave more tip? And do you still want to purchase the bundle package?" The front desk is very dishonest. And now you're "apologizing" because I called you out on a public review? How come you didn't apologize when I was at the spa and addressed the massage for being short? And now you're saying they are not allowed to bring phones then how come when I was there you're telling me there's a clock outside and they are going by the clock? Is the clock inaccurate now or does your clock run faster? How you should have handled this situation is " I am sorry you didn't have the right experience today. Here's a voucher or discount you can use for your next spa visit" and this could have saved the situation. And I would have not left the review and maybe will come back and give you another chance. Instead of blaming your customers maybe you guys should have taken some accountability. Maybe if you have a little better customer service skill you could have avoided losing a customer. read more

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It was not planned activity on Friday afternoon, but the experience was extraordinarily great and I have to share:). My dear sister treated this surprise facial treatment before the dinner, even I was shy to take the offer and still felt lucky that I did. Walked into this spa place, every staff on the way greeted me friendly, and the interior decoration is very simple and stylish. And it is very quiet here, there are two stories and the store manager lead me to my room. And she introduced me to the facial specialist- Stella, who is knowledgeable and nice. And her beautiful face convinced me that I will be in good hands. I got the basic facial treatment, she cleaned my face pores, and massaged around my head and shoulders..... I think I was too comfortable to remember the rest. ...... After about one hour, Stella woke me up with her sweet voice and asked me if I would like to have moisturizer and sunblock. She did what chose and passed a mirror to me. Wow..... niceeee.... My face looks alive and brighter.... Even better than the makeup I had before this. I highly recommend this place for its quality and our mental and physical health. Great place to treat yourself special ! read more

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The masseuse were very chatty and in their native tongue so that was uncomfortable. The door was opened during the massage so we heard all the outside noise and chatter. There was a suspicious red light coming from the vent . They said it wasn't a camera but in the vent is a strange place to put a smoke detector read more

Came here to use their hot tub to destress. The shower and hot tub is in your own private room, so you get to keep your belongings with you. The chlorine smell is a bit strong. $40/person to use for an hour. They give you a courtesy knock 15 minutes before the end of your session to shower and be out by then. It gets pretty slippery in there so be sure to walk carefully or bring your own slippers. read more

I love this place !!! Great great customer service! Great massages! My favorite is grace she is the best! Prices are amazing! Over all 5 stars can't wait to come back read more

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Everything was fine but I think they should be more communicative. It was our first time there but they did not explain the steps ahead. However the massage and facial were great. When they finished they almost requiere tip at the front desk. Personally I was going to leave tip anyways but I don't like when they ask for it aggressive. We just think it's unprofessional. read more

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I can't believe I've been living here for so long, and have never been here. Thanks to groupon, I was led to this space- it's a gem! From the receptionist, masseuse(s), and facial estheticians- they were all so kind and attentive. I was not pressured into tipping nor was I pressured into tipping a certain amount. However, I've been to establishments where that was the case, thankfully I didn't experience that here. I got the 120min couples massage and facial. The massage was perfect! The masseuse always checked in to make sure that I was ok with the pressure. He adjusted the pressure based on that area's needs, which I really appreciated. The facial was one of the best facials I have ever gotten! It included a very nice facial, scalp, neck, and shoulder massage. She did some extractions, light zapping, and a wonderful cooling mask. I had eyelash extensions and she was very mindful of them (she put little cups over them so that they wouldn't be too affected by the steam). I will definitely be coming back to this place! They have multiple private steam sauna and jacuzzi rooms which I want to try. read more