First time going and was so happy with my massage & foot reflexology from therapist Daniel!…read more Receptionist April was very kind and explained all the different services really well! I will definitely be back!!

Visiting San Diego for my birthday so why not treat myself to a massage! I was greeted by April…read morevery pleasant and professional! Answered all my questions. Decided on the foot reflexology and body massage combo. My masseuse was Sam, which he did an excellent job! All my aches and pains melted away! The decor is very beautiful and relaxing atmosphere! Next time I'm in town will definitely come back! Very pleased customer from the bay area-Phyllis

Absolutely phenomenal! 90 min massage is amazing, you can…read moreupgrade to hot stones and other options for a very good value. Honestly at the price point you can do it all and feel very good about the spend. Super nice staff and very clean facility. Went in for a couples massage, it's our first time at this location and it's safe to say....we will be back...a lot! You pick pressure You pick how often they should check in on the pressure You pick oil if you need any pain relief You pick the time You pick add ons The masseuses are incredible nice and I feel incredible. My wife went home and straight into a nap she is so relaxed. Not enough nice things to say. Plenty of parking, even great restaurants close by so date night can be really incredible. Give it a shot, you will love it!

Went here twice for a couples massage and both times were excellent. We get frequent massages but…read morethis place always leaves us feeling super relaxed. The front desk gal is kind and they give a short form to fill out before the massage where you can circle areas to focus on. The massage therapists are professional, kind, and give very good quality massages. They're not rough or hurry through them. We got the combination massage where we started with the 30 min foot soak reflexology and then moved to another room for a 60 min full body massage. I noted on the form I wanted a massage on my tummy so my therapist worked on that without being asked or reminded. The place is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking. It's not a new bldg or have modern spa-like presence but the place and the sheets feel clean. The AC was not on but they had fans in the room. There is about a 10" gap between the walls to the ceiling so you can hear all the slappin', flappin', and clappin' but otherwise the noise level is fine. They also give a punch card where you get a free 60 mins massage after the 10th visit. Highly recommend!

I've visited Happy Budda reflexology many years ago and lately have been wanting a treatment to…read morefocus on pressure points on my feet. Long time staple in the convoy area, Happy Buddha has been there forever. Here's the basic info you need to know... They offer Reflexology and regular massages. Reflexology massages are not your normal spa treatment. There is a large community room with reflexology chairs. They don't have flat treatment tables, you don't take off any clothing, and there are no women giving any kind of massage, only men. Regular massages are dung in the back. The reflexology massage starts off with soaking your feet in a warm water bath. Treatment starts at your head and neck working towards your shoulders. They work on your upper back and both your arms. Finishing off with your legs and feet. Very quiet and relaxing you can't beat 60-90 minutes for $35-$50! A minimum 60 minute massage is a must, 90 minutes is even better! Calling to schedule an appointment is the best to make sure it fits within your schedule. Walk ins are available if they don't have any appointments. If you see a guy sitting outside, he's available for a walk in treatment! Don't let a male giving you a massage bother you from giving this place a try. I have received some of the best massages from males... why? They are stronger and can apply more specific and overall pressure! A few other things to note... cash is preferred, but credit cards are accepted. Very limited English is spoken and understood. The parking lot is usually crazy packed. Bring cash for tipping. Enjoy! 2026: 41

Nothing "Happy" About This Experience…read more This was my second time coming to Happy Buddha. My first visit was an okay experience overall. The only odd thing I remember was a staff member snoring while it was slow, but it wasn't enough to keep me from giving this place another chance. After what happened today, I will not be returning. We came in on September 6 for a 2:00 p.m. appointment for two people for the 60-minute reflexology service. What was supposed to be relaxing ended with me feeling angry, embarrassed, humiliated, and completely disrespected because of my therapist, Tom. At the end of our services, we had tips prepared for both therapists. We simply didn't know which therapist was which and were trying to figure out who the tips belonged to. Instead of giving us a moment, Tom aggressively snatched the money, became visibly upset, and started speaking angrily in another language. I genuinely could not believe his reaction. Why act that way toward customers who were literally trying to tip you? And he did this in front of other customers and employees. That was probably the most humiliating part. I was being publicly embarrassed over a voluntary gratuity when there shouldn't have been an issue in the first place. I immediately approached the front desk because I was so upset. The front desk employee looked shocked that I was even coming to her about Tom's behavior. I told her directly that his behavior was rude and completely inappropriate for someone working in the service industry. I asked her if Tom was always like this, and she told me he behaves this way "sometimes." That honestly made me even angrier. If this type of behavior isn't completely unexpected from him, why is a customer still being put in this position? I asked for my tip back and specifically requested an apology from Tom. He returned the money, but he never apologized. Not once. Instead, he continued saying things in another language in an angry manner and became even more aggressive and unpleasant toward us. I couldn't understand what he was saying, so I won't pretend that I know what was said, but I absolutely understood his tone, body language, and attitude. I did not appreciate being treated that way. The front desk employee told me she would speak with the owner about Tom and have his behavior "corrected." I'm sorry, but I don't feel like that's enough, especially after being told he behaves this way "sometimes." I work in the service industry myself. I understand that sometimes you may be disappointed or frustrated with a customer. But you keep that frustration to yourself and remain professional. You don't aggressively snatch money, openly display your anger, embarrass a customer in front of other people, and then become even more hostile when they speak up about how they're being treated. And your behavior doesn't just reflect on you. It reflects on the entire business. A gratuity is voluntary, not mandatory. Whatever someone's expectations may be, they do not have the right to treat a customer aggressively or humiliate them because of a tip. And for a business called "Happy Buddha," there was absolutely nothing happy, peaceful, or welcoming about this experience. The name honestly feels ironic after the way I was treated. I am genuinely angry and holding back while writing this review. I came here expecting to relax. Instead, I walked out embarrassed, humiliated, angry, and extremely disappointed. I have formally reported this experience because I don't believe this type of behavior should simply be brushed aside. "Happy Buddha"? There was nothing happy about my experience today. I will absolutely not be returning.

Me and my spouse had been stressed with work/life and thought this might be a good solution, the…read moreexperience absolutely blew our expectations outta the water. staff was very kind, patient and attentive and the session left us feeling like new and didn't even hurt the wallet lol would definitely recommend especially to couples looking for a nice romantic experience

Amy and Youyou were absolutely fantastic. No bs straight to taking care of our bodies. Was best…read moremassage i've ever had by a mile

The massage was excellent! I still feel the benefits a day later. It was very affordable. Overall,…read morea very pleasant experience. I'll be back!

I paid for 45 minutes and they seriously only 30 minutes!!…read more I paid 45 dollars in CASH for a 45 minute body massage. When I came to the shop I was met by this lady who lacked customer service, no smile, already ready to ask why I don't upgrade to a full hour. Before the front desk lady told the massage lady about the massage they had a small exchange and the energy already seemed off. The massage itself was Half assed too. Pressure sucked. She only did one side and not even the full body. This place is mid it was like massage therapist was hardly trying and did what would take the least amount of effort. I would highly suggest you time your sessions----when it starts and look where it ended. I would hate for you to get cheated out of your paid service like I did.

Always amazing services here! Make sure to book appointment a head of time and look out for…read moreseasonal deals on regular and couples massages. I've been coming her to a long time and it's been pleasant. There's parking in the back or street parking in the front, they take card and cash. You can also request to have a male or female masseuse and the amount of pressure you'd like for your massages. Hot tea or water is offered at the end and a sweet little Asian hard candy (I love the guava flavored one). Tipping is recommended especially if they've met your expectations. I hope you give this business a try!

Price is cheap and the massage is average. The place from the outside looks like a hole in the…read morewall. The face pillows had a paper towel to lay our face on which was not comfortable at all. The main reason for the low stars is we had a couples massage and our masseuses were talking to each other the ENTIRE TIME. There was even a few moments of them just laughing. It was extremely uncomfortable since it was all in a different language and not relaxing one bit. A more quiet session would make the price almost worth it but how uncomfortable we felt we decided it wasn't.

Phenomenal massage from Annie! I was sore after my flight and walking 20k steps so I wanted a good…read moremassage. I am sure glad I found her! Top notch professional with great technique! Her dog is so nice too. I really enjoyed playing with him. Very rare breed. The room is very comfy. They have two rooms. One is ice cold. I recommend the colder room. The massage table comfy. I would definitely come by and give her a try. When I am San Diego this will be my go to for massages! Thanks again for the amazing experience!

The short of it: outstanding. (& I'm a real massage snob)…read more Came to San Diego for a work trip and looked up massage places. I saw this was nearby and had good reviews. So I booked the earliest appointment that worked. I saw a lot of other reviews pointed out that it's inside the Westin, which is true. But they texted me very clear instructions on how to find them so I had no issues there at all. The establishment was impeccably clean. The staff was extraordinarily professional and well trained. Because of a scheduling hiccup, I ended up having two different massage therapist, but both of them were amazing. Truly. I have a regular massage therapist I see at home in New Orleans, so I try not to vary too much. But I end up traveling a lot for work. They did not disappoint. But knots in my shoulders and neck are much improved. If and when I come back to San Diego, I would go out of my way to book with them again

This is less than 5 mins from my work. They charged me $60/hr and had my choice for regular or deep…read moretissue. They did charge for special oils and tiger balm. Great price and great service. Will definitely come back again.

Great deep tissue massage :)…read more What a wonderful Christmas gift from my husband! I made a last-minute booking for a 90-minute deep tissue full body massage with cupping. The masseuse was strong and really worked out some of those stubborn knots. There was a minor communication hiccup (English isn't everyone's first language here) -- my request for cupping on my legs was missed. It wasn't a big deal at all; I still left feeling very relaxed and refreshed. Next time I'll just be extra clear when stating my requests. An excellent massage experiance. The spa accommodated my last-minute booking, the facilities were very clean, and there's plenty of parking. I'd happily return!

Hands down one of the best deep tissue massages I've ever had. Jake is incredibly skilled,…read morethorough, and intuitive. I highly recommend booking with him! The receptionist was also super friendly, and the entire place was spotless, everywhere I looked was very clean. Highly recommend!

Quick visit for the one hour foot reflexology and body massage combo in the community room for $59…read more It was everything that my body needed at that time! Just so you know, if you're getting a massage in the community room, it is required that you stay partially clothed. I knew that's what I was signing up for so I wore a pair of short shorts and a loose fitting tank top. The masseuse was wonderful. Started out with a fantastic head and neck massage and really focused on my scalenes which are extremely tight. I felt so much relief after that massage. The foot reflexology is wonderful. They spent a really long time on my feet. This location is extremely clean and it was very quiet and peaceful in the community room. I will absolutely return.

I've been going to Ariel for several years, and it's been truly life-changing. I first came to him…read morefor reflexology, which helped me improve and recover from several physical issues--but his work goes beyond the physical, supporting the whole person with thoughtful guidance that brings clarity and balance. What really sets Ariel apart is how he approaches reflexology. Through the connection points in the feet, he's able to pick up on deeper patterns and offer guidance that supports not just the body, but also the emotional and spiritual side. It feels like a truly holistic experience. I'm very grateful for the impact he's had on me and my family. If you're looking to feel better, reset, and move forward with more clarity, I highly recommend Ariel.

Ariel is a special soul. I am so impressed with his intuitive insight into things that I am going…read morethrough and experiencing. I'm blown away at his knowing and his complete accepting of where I am at each session. I love that each time I leave with more peace than when I walked in to see him. As I go about my week, I remember nuggets of our session that help me to make more sense of what is bothering me. I am truly grateful for the help that Ariel has given through the years. Is hard to put into words the magic that he possesses. Book a session and you'll see.