My friend found this place. Apparently it was the first salt room in Massachusetts when it first opened. When I first walked in i did not get a spa vibe. There were two old looking couches that were placed in a weird way that didn't feel welcoming or like it flowed. They had little cubbies with locks to put our stuff in it, rest room facilities thats were clean, but again no spa like zen feeling. The salt room itself was cool. They had tranquil music playing. You walk with booties that they give you because there is salt on the ground. The walks and light fixtures were also covered in salt, and there is a cent that was said to blow Himalayan salt into the room. You go in with your regular clothes, which I thought was strange. I know the benefits cone with inhaling it, but I also thought it gets absorbed in through your pores as well. I have only been to one other salt room at a spa and we were in our robes. After 10 minutes of the salt blowing in, my friend and I felt a difference. It definitely did something, my head personally was feeling fuzzy 20 minutes into it and for about 30 minutes after I left. I didn't feel bad, I'm assuming its from all the salt WI was breathing in. The salt room itself is definitely zen. Interesting experience, I would try a different salt room next time. read more

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I have been going there for over 2 years, what a nice clean friendly place, my friend and i enjoyed our services. The front desk person was amazing she asked question about our trestment to see if we had the best experience the spa could offer. We are going back. Thank you Kim read more

This spa is closed now. Used to work here. Now I have clients texting me telling me that have memberships that are owed to them as well as gift cards. I feel badly that the owner is not paying them back. I tried to reach out to him but to no avail. Hoping he will do the right thing and repay everyone read more

This was a great place I had never been. The cleanliness was superb given our current health emergency. I was happy to get a massage and the Therpaist was amazing thank you for putting me at ease to keep my appointment. Kudos read more

I've Been searching for a quality massage for months.. so sick of the chain places. Alantra provides and great massage and great prices. Professional clean and a really great massage! The salt room is a great perk also. I just signed up for the monthly program what a great deal! Must recommend to all. read more

WOW. This review is only for the salt caves and service. I have a Tibetan Salt rock that you put a candle inside and burn to neutralize odors or energy in the room, and I swear by this thing. One time our neighbors barbecued and stunk our whole apartment up and this one candle changed everything. So to imagine myself sitting in a room made of this kind of salt breathing it in intrigued me. Really glad I came across this place! Usually I only review somewhere after I've tried more than one service or eaten a few times - however Alantra is new and everyone should experience the SALT CAVES at least once. Apparently in London and Europe salt caves are all the rage. They help with every ailment from sinus issues, ear infections, ADHD, Asthma, Bronchitis, Sleeplessness, Acne/Eczema, Psoriasis, Snoring or Arthritis. Alantra has the only salt cave in all of New England. I didn't realize how lucky we were to live so close to one. What a way to wind down a long week. Called ahead and booked an 745pm Salt Cave experience with my husband. We both got a little lost and ended up getting there 15 minutes late. Wish I could remember who helped us - but she is the nicest woman. So relaxing, giving, kind. She assured us it was no problem and we were perfectly on time because it was only us anyway and they close at 9pm and we have a 45 minute session. Ahhhhhhhh. After filling out a few forms, and locking up our shoes in a private locker w/key - we are escorted to THE CAVE. You'll first see a calming blue light and 4 zero gravity lounge chairs to kick back in. The floor is loose salt, the walls are basically spackled salt along with the ceiling - which also has shooting stars to gaze upon. Once you get started - you essentially pick a chair and get comfy. It's best to lay back as far as possible to open up the lungs and the trance music begins, the lights slowly change from blue to green to pink while a slow warm air is pumped into the cave. All you have to do is kick back and breathe it in. We both remarked immediately - the experience is like being in an acid trip. It's WEIRD. Because it was just my husband and I we could talk, however they request you keep quiet if you are sharing a room. You can bring in an iPod or a book or just sleep. When the session is over a white light in the center of the room goes on, you know to get up - get your belongings and exit quietly. You'll be a little thirsty so they are ready for you with a cold glass of cucumber water. They told us some people remark being able to sleep easier - judging from my husband immediately falling asleep in the car I'd have to say yes - it's true. It completely opens your sinuses if you have any sinus issues. And if anything - if you are not into spa experiences it's a really relaxing environment and you stay fully clothed and its a quiet time to enjoy after a long day. Who couldn't use that? On the way out we were offered introductory coupons for facials and massages or another salt cave session. I'll definitely be back. Alantra is a step above the ordinary spa experience with service and services! read more

Alantra Spa - Ahhhh breathe it in... - Medical Spas Near Me - North Reading, Massachusetts

This review is for the SALT CAVE only. My friend and I took advantage of the July special (purchase a salt cave session for $49 and bring 1 friend for free for the same session) so we split the price which was nice because I don't think I would have paid $49 right off the bat to experience something I've never done before. (There is also a Groupon going on right now that is 3 or 5 sessions for $743 or $107). My friend and I arrived on time, filled out some paperwork and then were given the booty covers for our feet. We were able to place our things in a small locker with a key lock which we kept on our wrists. Unlike a review I read below we were not required to take off our shoes and if you are given the option I would recommend keeping them on because the floor is all salt and it may hurt your feet. My friend and I were the only ones there so we were able to chat a little. As mentioned below if there are others in the room they ask you remain silent. The chairs inside were comfortable (classy lawn/beach chairs that recline all the way back.) Once the woman left the room the light went off and the session began. The music and lighting were very relaxing. I would say it had more of a salt "room" feel than a salt "cave." I fell asleep for about 20 minutes and the rest of the time I read a book from my phone. It's been 24 hours since my session and I've noticed a difference in my breathing - I'm usually really stuffy in the morning (mostly due to the air conditioner running all night) but this morning I woke up fine. I'll definitely be back. It was a great way to unwind after a long day and I love that it has health benefits! read more

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I tried out the salt caves because I read about how beneficial they are to you. So I took my son who's had the flu twice in 5 weeks. Kim the manager was outstanding. She explained the process /what to expect when you go in there she even gave me a discount because it was my first time trying it . It's a small room with four gravity chairs, the ground is big chunks of salt so your asked to wear booties when you enter. The ceiling, the walls, the lights, and the door are all covered in salt as well. There is a fan-like thing that she turns on before she leaves and the salt is distributed through into the room. The lights slowly change color and it gives it a great ambiance. I heard people talk about how relaxed they were in there. I'm a pretty tense person, but I honestly cannot believe how relaxed I was. The tension in my shoulders was gone, I was breathing better and my sinus pain went away. It's funny, because I was going there for my son, yet I also benefited from it. I just feel very calm and relaxed now. As for my son, he was very stuffed up this morning prior to going in there, I haven't heard him cough or blow his nose since we've been back. I will definitely be back. Kim explained the member benefits and I'm definitely going to take advantage of those. read more

Alantra Spa - Medical Spas Near Me - North Reading, Massachusetts

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I bought a Groupon gift for my mom to have 3 sessions of salt room. Although we're not going to be around much after Halloween, I request to do 2 hr session on that day. They okay with it and so did my mom. My mom have nothing but only good praise about this place. The serenity, music, etc. It's just beyond her imagination. She knocked out for an hour and mediate the other while in there. She had hope that she have more opportunity to enjoy such place before we all leave to Portland. One day when I come back I'll enjoy my visit. Thank you for super friend and check up on my senior mom. read more

I have been going to Alantra Spa since they opened. Although in the beginning the staffchanged a bit I always got very good service. Kim who is the manager and runs the front desk could not be more friendly and welcoming. The salt cave is such a relaxing place. But the best is my massage therapist McKenzie. She does a wonderful job. I always leave feeling fabulous! I cannot wait until they reopen! This is one of the things I have missed most during these unprecedented times.. read more

To be the only Salt Spa of New England, it can't get better than that. I purchased a groupon for 60 minutes - salt spa. I decided it would be a good idea to come here to relax with my boyfriend since it was our anniversary. The workers here are genuinely friendly and respectful (major plus). Before we got into the room, they ensured that we helped ourselves with their refreshing water that had cucumber and lemon in it so that we stay hydrated. We had to wear the booties before entering the cave for hygiene reasons, there were about 5 seats, we could pick any seats. Originally, there salt spa is only 45 minutes. They left us for 45 minutes, and said we could stay for an extra 15 if we like which was very nice! We actually did make use of the extra 15 minutes. When we reclined our chairs, my boyfriend felt so comfortable, and constantly chit chatted with me, then fell straight to sleep. I on the other hand had a difficult sleeping because of the music. The music combined the sounds of nature and the flute I believe. Sometimes the flute would be loud, somethings it would be soft, sometimes the pitch would be high and sometimes low. Therefore, it kept my head busy. I should have brought something to keep me busy inside the room. I love the taste of salt so tasting the salt was yummy lol. At the end of it, we walked out and the worker took her time and asked us what we thought of it. She reminded us to drink lots of water. Very nice service. It's been a couple of days, and I noticed that my nose is less stuffy than usual -- AMAZING. I asked my boyfriend what he thought about it, any effects and he said his skin feels nicer! Oh yea, really hate when people get sources from a certain website and make it seem like it's their idea, but don't cite it, isn't it called plagiarizing ? Something to think about.. read more

I went in for a massage because my shoulders and neck were hurting. The massage was uncomfortable and the ambience was sub-par. The music was odd, the florescent lighting wasn't great, and my masseuse kept jostling things and making noise by accident. The massage itself had motions that were too fast and too hard, like quickly squeezing my shoulders repeatedly. She also did "indian rug burns" on my arms and the quick tapping along my back and legs. It felt like an amateur massage and I was waiting for it to be over. She was very nice, but admitted to not remembering things from school when I asked about how to improve my shoulders. Won't be going back. read more

Lovely, lovely building and setup, very soothing. The prices were NOT explained prior to the service so was INCREDIBLY surprised by the extremely high cost. In addition, did not know until after that a membership was possible, which would have saved me money. Definitely not worth the price/cost. Massage was good but definitely not worth the full cost. read more

My boyfriend was having sleeping and breathing problems so I brought him here as a surprise! I was definitely expecting a lot more after reading the crazy experiences other Yelp-ers had. We went into the room and chose seats next to each other. The attendant left the room and started playing the music. The music was definitely relaxing, but I thought the room was too cold. I couldn't really relax because I was shivering the whole time. At the end of session, I was definitely disappointed. My breathing didn't improve, and neither did my boyfriend's. It was definitely an interesting experience, but I don't think I'll come again. read more

My mother and I had a great experience at Alantra Spa. I took my mother for a facial and a salt room treatment. Everyone I spoke to from the initial phone call to make the appointments, to the receptionist at the front desk when we arrived to the estheticians were polite and friendly. I have gifted my mother 3 previous times with facials at other places and this is the first one she truly enjoyed. She was so happy with her facial, she cannot wait to go back. The Salt Cave was really neat. At first we were saying to each other that an hour will be too long but honestly before we knew it, the hour was up and it was time to go. We could have relaxed in there for at least an hour more. Well, I know the next time I want to get a facial with my mom, we will definitely be back here. read more

I was having back pains so I decided to go and get a massage. The woman giving the massage was very nice and was upfront about giving medium pressure which I have had in the past and has been fine. I was not impressed with the massage at all! It felt very routine like and that she was not assessing what my body needed! It was like do this movement three time now this movement 5 times now just rub. Most of it I felt like she was just rubbing in the lotion and not really massaging the muscle. I'm not one to give bad reviews or complain but I left with knots still in my back and even today my back is still in pain so I'm out $90 and still feeling like crap :/. read more

OMG - do not not please go to this spa - my face is still red - the lady discussed her illness and was late - the massage hurt - I felt like my face was burning - they did not even know the ingredients they were using when I asked that made my face irritated - it felt like she was putting sand on my face and rubbing! Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere. read more

Salt cave was pretty cool. It's in a small room with several other gravity chairs near by so I was pretty happy to be informed by the receptionist that she blocked it off the whole room for me. read more

I purchased a groupon for the salt cave, which I thought was a pretty cool and different thing. The day I went it was very quiet in the spa and I was the only one in the salt room. I guess I liked it ok, I'm not sure if I felt any different when I was done though. It was relaxing and get's 3 stars for the coolness factor but I can't say I would pay a full rate to go again. Maybe.... read more

I bought myself a 60 minute facial and 30 minute plant peel and a 90 minute massage for my husband. The total facial lasted less than an hour. They did not use Aveda products as advertised. The techinician walked in the front door 15 minutes after my service was scheduled to begin. The room was freezing and the bed was freezing. My husband's 90 minute massage lasted 70 minutes. When I complained, they told me the time got away from the therapist. Unbelievably, they refused to charge for only the 60 minute massage or offer any discount. Instead, they told us he could have 30 extra minutes free the next time he comes in. We'll never go there again. Honestly, this place is not even worth 1 star. read more

Received a gift card for this place for Christmas, finally got to try it out last week. I have to say that I was pretty excited to go try out the salt room and a facial. When I got there, sadly I was disappointed. I arrived and there was a guy at the desk who took my name and gave me some paperwork to fill out. Once I was done he gave me booties and told me I could put them over my shoes or just on my bare feet and just walked me to the salt room. I find it weird that they don't have you change into spa clothes before going in there and the salt gets all over your clothes and gets grimey. Also, they didn't tell you that the floor is all raw salt and if you put the booties on without shoes it hurts your feet. I sat there, and while I was completely relaxed - I did not feel different nor do I feel that there was any benefit to this. Next was the facial, the girl came out to greet me and brought me into the room where she instructed me to change into the towel wrap and headband. She told me she was going to explain every step of the facial as she went. She actually talked the WHOLE time. Asked questions to make conversation and explained what she was doing and I didn't relax at all. I have had many facials in my life, one of my favorite things to do and this was probably the worst one I've had. The foot and arm massage was pathetic, this woman really didn't know what she was doing. There was barely any massage or treatment of the face, it was basically 2 steps. She didn't ask me anything about my skin or what kind of facial I wanted, just assumed I wanted the basic run-of-the-mill service. The extraction process was PAINFUL - I had to ask her to stop. I was concerned that there would be holes in my face. My skin didn't feel different or better when I left. I was actually kind of put out that I had to pay for this (gift card was only for half the amount of services), that's how much I didn't enjoy it. Don't think I'd go to this place again. read more

I always get my eyebrows waxed there by Mackenzie and she's amazing! She fixed my 10 buck brow job and she's gentle and the wax used there never irritates my skin and my skin is super sensitive. It's a warm, cozy, welcoming environment from the moment you walk in the door. The office supervisor is so nice and helpful in anyway she can be. Love it there! read more

Waste of money waste of time very posses that I wasted my afternoon going. The receptionist was awful not welcoming at all very brief with me. The lady (Doreen)kept pushing products on me! The experience was rushed she was chewing and popping gum in my ears did a terrible job doing my facial extractions. While she was giving me my stupid massaage she asked me to reposition myself?!?! They don't teach you how to reposition clients?!?! It was like she was afraid to touch me or just very new. The spa has a beautiful ambiance and that's where it ends. Doreens techniques and skills absolutely suck as well as customer service. I had an awful experience don't waste your time going and loosing money. read more