A great big YES! My wife and I go to spas frequently when on…read morevacation. This is one of the best. It's beautiful from the moment you park and stroll to the entrance to the relaxing waiting areas and treatment room. This was secondary to the great people. Everyone was nice and professional. The treatment we had was awesome. These folks know what they are doing. We are already planning a return visit when we come here next

To keep it short, I'll just hit a few points: 1. The room…read morewas nowhere near the luxurious spa price point... it was like staying in a motel room that hadn't been renovated since 1995. It seems like multiple people have had this experience. The AC/heating unit in our room was so loud that it was difficult to sleep! 2. The spa experience and staff also failed to meet the mark of the luxurious experience this place promises (especially for the price.) The message therapists were very chatty. I am polite, but I don't want to be having a personal conversation while getting massaged. The masseuse massaging my wife kept commenting on how tense my wife felt during the massage and said, "Wow, you really can't relax" and then also said "I think you're the type of person that needs to talk during this in order to relax" (which, I can assure you, is the farthest thing from the truth when it comes to my wife. She does not want to chit chat.) Overall, the entire experience just rubbed me the wrong way and seemed to lack professionalism and the quality of a truly upscale spa. 3. Every single meal, the staff always mixed up our bill, even mixing it up a second time in one meal after we corrected them on which room number to charge.

I went here once with a gift certif and was so impressed! the environment is clean and calm, I was…read morevery pleased with how intense and deep the therapist was able to go in my deep tissue massage. excited to go back!

Avoid this spa--total SCAM!!!…read more I went in for a facial and massage. The massage was okay, but the facial was a huge disappointment. The esthetician asked if I wanted to add a mask for $35, and I agreed. After the treatment, I noticed she used a $4.99 mask from TJ Maxx. Completely unprofessional and dishonest. I feel ripped off and wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

Received a gift certificate for a 1 hour massage to Highland Bodyworks. It had been a few years…read moresince I had last had a massage, and Jackie did not disappoint. Not only was the service great, but atmosphere was very relaxing, and she went above and beyond to keep everyone safe from COVID-19. Definitely recommend

From the owner: Highland Bodyworks provides clinical rehabilitative massage specializing in chronic issues, new…read moreinjuries and Clinical Aromatherapy. Every session is tailored to the individual client's medical history and goals, with aromatherapy provided with every session when appropriate at no extra charge! We also offer Custom Facials and Waxing!

I have been suffering from severe pain in my left shoulder blade for a couple months now, likely…read morefrom a bulging disc. After driving 10 hrs to visit St. Albans, VT for the week and various (fun) activities while I've been here, I decided I was in desperate need of a massage. Empower Medspa fit me in for a 90 min deep tissue massage with Heather D. Let me tell you it was FANTASTIC! I'm a real spa and massage snob so I was hesitant to book at a medspa where massage really isn't the main focus. However, this massage was just what I needed! Heather was very knowledgeable of the pain and disc issues I had, as well as of the human body. She dug right in to my pain points and loosened my muscles significantly, it was a huge relief. She even had me turn on each side to really dig into spots that most massage therapists rarely touch. I highly recommend Heather and the Empower medspa!!

If you're looking for a wonderful Spa experience, Empower MedSpa in St Albans is the place for you!…read moreIt is decorated beautifully and is a very soothing environment. I ve had facials , massages and waxing services and all the technicians were personable and knowledgeable. I think the prices are reasonable and I loved the products that they use. I can't wait to go back there again!

Tanja is great massage therapist! Both my husband and I went to see her and felt very relaxed…read moreafterwards. I like how she checks in once and then lets you relax to enjoy the massage. I will definitely see her again and recommend her to others. Please Note: The location is a little hard to find, but she has turned an office space into a totally Zen atmosphere.

Tanja's pre-massage interview was helpful because it actually informed the massage she gave. She…read moredid an amazing job working out some dormant knots.

Second time here. Always something broken or out of order in the spa and maybe they tell you before…read morethe reservation and maybe they tell you when you show up. This time " jacuzzi women's and jacuzzi mens both non functioning. Check weather outside as jacuzzi and pool will close if thunder. Finally, no one really monitoring the spa are so if a large loud group comes through and leaves a huge mess of drinks and food and trash. You might be the one to deal with it (eg no where to put your things, too many dirty drink glasses on vanity no where to sit or find a quiet spot. Not really a "Spa" feel as a result. O heads up if you are looking for quiet and relaxing. This is not it. If you want big family reunion bridal, or mom's weekend away. This might be your spot.

So it took me a month to wrap my mind around writing this review.The people at the spa are…read moreextremely friendly and helpful with products and activities,they deserve a five.I took my daughter for her first message and spa experience since she's finally over 18 years old.The spa is spacious and pretty clean nothing breathtaking or spectacular.I usually don't say how much money I spend but I will in this, I spent over a thousand dollars. I was not offered water,tea,or coffee like other high end spa's offer actually almost every spa! On that note I'll finish this topic with saying I saw another customer given a glass of champagne, that would have been nice.My daughter enjoyed her swedish spa treatment. I had the longest message they offer the girl was extremely nice but I didn't enjoy her sticking her fingers in my ears or squeezing my lymph glands under my armpits! I actually told her how much it hurt and she did it again! To top this unusual treatment I have very curly hair and she kept going through my hair as If I had straight hair.If you have curly hair you know how painful this is.I ended up in pain for weeks from my underarms I had to go to the doctors twice! My word of advice is tell them straight out don't squeeze under your arm, don't stick fingers in your ears and just leave your hair and I would say scalp alone. I did enjoy the products I purchased.

The kids enjoyed relaxing in the salt room today! Dena was so amazing and welcoming. They can't…read morewait to go back!

I did the salt room and leg compressions. I make it a practice to go every week. It helps me not…read moreonly physically but am rejuvenated mentally as well.

My family in Burlington wanted to have a celebration, so they decided we should head to Balnea for…read morea Sunday morning "Reserve and Thermal Experience." So glad we did! My only regret was at the last minute I forgot to pack my bathing suit, so I had to buy one at their reception. (They provide robes and towels, but it's also Bring Your Own Flip Flops.) Note - The morning ticket is only for 3 hours, so you might consider the full day ticket. About the facilities, Balnea is located at the head of a lake within a nature reserve. Most of the spa experiences direct your view to the placid lake ensconced in surrounding forrest. The exception include certain enclosed spaces intended to cut you off visual from any distractions, like the Grotto sauna, Maroccon Salon with cocoon beds and reading space, nature cinema that can be enjoyed with or without audio, the aquarium room, as well as the eucalyptus steam room and sauna. Most other enclosed spaces, including saunas, have picture windows facing the lake. One unusual view I'd recommend checking out includes the awesome wooden nonagon cone beds facing deep into the forrest. The spaces are divided into whispering spaces and strictly enforced zones of silence. (In a very Big Brother moment, I was reprimanded twice by staff for whispering to my family even when no one else was in earshot.) Given that, considering cameras and phones are not allowed, Balnea has really structured the experience to ensure you focus on relaxing and personal wellness. Note - 3 hours is a good time to cover many of the spaces, like a tasting menu, but you may want to splurge on the nominal extra for a full day not to be rushed. Beyond the wooden cone bed, my favorite experiences there included: + The heated Infinity pool that had jets not only for the back but also feet and legs allowing me to soothe my muscles; + The steam room with eucalyptus; + The sauna by the lake and super hot sauna in the building; + The heated pool with waterfall and whirlpool jets; + The cocoon bed in the Moroccan Salon; + The floating beds on the lake, enabling me to listen to the water lightly splashing; and + The fire pit with (provided) marshmallows for roasting! Balnea calls itself a Nordic Spa. Having lived for years in Finland, there is nothing I experienced like this there although there may be so today. No sauna I was in had windows and we always went naked! That being said, Balnea is a fantastic experience. (My family even attests to enjoying it during the winter.) Recommend you check it out!

Came here for the Twilight session with my sisters & we had a great, relaxing time, staying until…read more9:30 PM, lolling in the long, narrow, nicely-heated jacuzzi pool as we watched the deer cross the field by the lake @ the bottom of the hill (except for the lake, which was closed for the evening, & its lakehouse, most amenities are on & built into a hill). It was so soothing & ethereal. I tried out the very cold, plunge pool multiple times since I have read of its ice cold "rejuvenating powers" & it certainly was invigorating. We also spent time in the Moroccan-themed pods, enjoyed the steam room (we skipped the sauna), the waterfall pool &, capped off our Zen evening sitting by the firepit, perusing the night sky for shooting stars. Although we thought that the obligatory tip added to our bill/reservation was a tad high, our evening of pools with their ubiquitous & strong jacuzzi jets, star/mountain & deer gazing & quietude (there is a dedicated "shhh" person who walks around, reminding folks to not talk) was worth the price. You will be supplied with terry robes & showers are available to rinse off as well as lockers, as well as a dining area. Enjoy your time here as we did!

Made to feel so comfortable and relaxed. I'm never disappointed when I go there. Massages are…read moreexcellent

I had a wonderful experience here. Tonian's massage was amazing. She asked me if I had trouble…read morespots and she did a great job finding them and working them out. I like deep pressure and she was able to keep it consistent throughout the hour. The location is a cute house behind the Green Mountain Inn. It was clean and bright. Highly recommend.

Prior to my stay at Smuggs I booked a 90 minute massage with Tara. I arrived a few minutes early…read moreand was checked in and asked to wait outside due to Covid rules. A few minutes later Tara greeted me and asked me to fill out a Covid questionnaire. From there, she escorted me to the massage room. She asked me some questions and then left me to get ready. When she returned she made sure that I was comfortable both on the table as well as cool enough. The next 90 minutes were sheer bliss. I absolutely loved my entire experience. I will definitely be back.

My wife has had amazing masseuse(s) and awesome massages, but Tara topped them all. She was…read moreskilled, kind, gentle, peaceful, used natural products, and made her fall asleep several times. The facial left her face glowing and feeling supple. Well worth the $120 for a 2 hour Swedish massage and facial. We may but schedule a session, the next time we visit here. She walked out a new woman. :-)