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    Amara by the Sea

    4.9 (122 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 3 months ago

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    Caroline B.

    Went here for the first time in February and it was amazing! Definitely recommend. Everyone was helpful and kind. My massage therapist was incredible. My hour went by too quickly and it felt like 10 minutes. Go here!!

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    2 months ago

    It was my first massage experience and it exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was quite serene.

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    5 months ago

    My skin is so smooth and glowing. Absolutely wonderful facial. Will be going back soon for another facial. You are the best, Jean.

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    9 months ago

    I would go again if visiting. Very calming atmosphere, and a wonderfully relaxing massage.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent massage and easy booking online. My favorite massage on the Monterey Peninsula.

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    1 year ago

    We both had excellent massages, the infrared sauna was a lovely experience, and the desk staff are very helpful.

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    2 years ago

    Amara by the Sea has Excellent customer service, excellent massages, and wonderful ambiance

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    2 years ago

    The space was soothing and peaceful. My masseuse was very good and asked questions about my needs.

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    3 years ago

    The massages and facials were wonderful. Both therapists were very nice. Would highly recommend this place.

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    2 years ago

    A truly wonderful experience. Everyone is so nice. The best massage I've ever had. Live the salt foot scrub.

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    3 years ago

    My massages are consistently great! And Jenn is always amazing and very professional with my waxing service :)

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    I highly recommend Sydney - she did my massage and scrub and Jennifer was wonderful with my facial.

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    Camilla is a wonderful soul, a very caring and nurturing woman. She channels her healing, relaxing…read moreenergy into us lucky people and the world around her. I very much appreciate that kind of healing work. :-) Her massage studio is located in Pacific Grove on 230 Fountain Ave. That's just next door to Monterey and Carmel so it's a good location. The massages are priced very reasonably for the location - $70 an hour an excellent Relaxation Massage or Chair Massage and $90 for a seriously awesome Deep Tissue Massage. She also offers Aromatherapy, Hot Stone Therapy, On-site Massages, and Pre-natal Pregnancy massages!!! You'll probably go ahead and rebook right away and naturally want to leave her a generous tip. Camilla is always continuing her massage education so there may be more to add to this list but the last time we chatted about her specialities, she mentioned Swedish, Shiatsu, Trigger Point, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Craniosacral, and Cold Stone Massage. If you're looking for a great place to get the best massage, give Camilla a call. Her hours are by appointment only. She will not disappoint. Might see ya there!

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    Sunflower Massage

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    4.6
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    We walked in at 6 pm the day after Valentine's Day on a Sunday fully expecting to be turned away,…read moreand they didn't hesitate at all to get us in at 8 pm. When they asked how long we wanted the massage for, I said one hour because they close at 9 pm, but they said we can do however long we want, it's up to us. We still chose the one hour since we felt bad making them stay longer, but the fact that they were so flexible is great customer service. The actual massage was incredible. The rooms are private, and my boyfriend literally fell asleep. I felt so relaxed after, and they applied the perfect amount of pressure. The prices are also unbeatable. I'd 100% recommend this place to everybody I know!

    I've been to Sunflower Massage twice over the past couple of months-and both visits had the same…read moreissue occur in that the posted prices were not honored. Both times I selected the "30 min foot + 30 min body combo" massage listed on the sign for $60. On the first visit, when it was time to pay, I was told I had received a Swedish massage and was charged $70, even though I did not receive a Swedish massage. I returned a second time assuming the first visit was a misunderstanding. Again, I chose the "30 min foot + 30 min body combo" massage for $60, and again at checkout I was told the total was $70, due to a $10 upcharge for "deep pressure." This upcharge was not disclosed in advance. I was only asked if I preferred soft or firmer pressure at the beginning of the massage. I answered "firmer", which is my preference and doesn't result in an upcharge anywhere I go - unless I specifically select a deep tissue massage. The unexpected price change at checkout caused sticker shock, which completely ruined the relaxation of the massage. I'd like to give the benefit of the doubt, but as this happened twice now... I don't feel inclined to go back to try a third time, let alone try anything else on their menu. The second visit also skipped arms, shoulders, and hands, which are normally included in a massage, and there was no foot bath, which is typically standard at a foot reflexology place. While I did appreciate the private room and it seemed clean, it was tiny and I was freezing, despite a space heater being in the room. Clear, upfront pricing is important. When the advertised price changes at payment, especially more than once, it's not a good experience. I generally tip 30% at these establishments and still did so, as I don't know if the overcharge was from the employee, or employer-but I definitely won't be returning and I will look for another place that doesn't try to bait & switch on pricing.

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