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    Burke Williams Day Spa

    3.5 (765 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    Aromatherapy massage

    Deep tissue massage

    Hot stone massage

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    Danielle B.

    As a 15th anniversary gift some friends of ours gifted me and the hubby each a 50 min massage with an enhancement add on for Burke Williams. I've been to a couple other locations and this was the hubbys first time and so we picked the Pasadena location. We made reservations for a Saturday at 4pm. We got there an hour early to take advantage of the spa. It is coed but separate areas for men and women. I loved the jacuzzi, dry sauna and steam sauna also. We also got a locker with a key to put our things in, as well as a robe and slippers to use which were super comfortable. Throughout the spa I loved the washcloths that were surrounded by ice to keep you cool and also the aromatherapy ones. I enjoyed my massage! Shout out to Stephanie!! She applied the perfect pressure on my neck and shoulders which I wanted her to focus on. After our massages we stayed in the spa another 30 min or so before leaving. We truly enjoyed our experience and hopefully will be able to go back in the future!

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    Van D.

    For Christmas, my boyfriend got me a sweet and thoughtful gift card to Burke Williams. I decided to use it to explore new locations. Previously I have been to the Orange and Mission Viejo locations, so I thought it would be fun to check out the Pasadena location. It's in the Old Town area, and the nearest public parking lot is off Green and Fair Oaks. I really loathe paying for parking and having to walk over. For any first timers to Burke Williams, they are a luxury European style spa, meaning the spa area is generally naked. Bathing suits are optional. In the spa area, they have lockers, a jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, showers, and vanity tables. There are also quiet rooms for napping in its' own area in the front by the lobby. This location only has the lobby as the co-ed hanging out area. Compared to other BW locations, they are smaller and more busy. I usually spend about 3 and a half hours at BWs and this time was the same. I started off with a strong shower. The other locations has their shaving cream for grabs outside, but this location has a shaving cream inside each shower. And then I went over to the jacuzzi, then the sauna, and then to the quiet room for a little nap. Then I showered again before my treatment time and headed to the lobby before my treatment. When it was time for 80 min Pure Relaxation Massage ($245 regular/$285 member pricing), Pearl came to get me from the lobby and welcomed me up the stairs. Most of their treatment rooms seem to be upstairs. The treatment room seemed to have the same equipment and general layout as other BWs but less square footage. I had an amazing time with Pearl. She started off asking me if I had any areas I wanted to focus on, and any injuries or areas to be careful with. She was thoughtful throughout the massage and made sure the pressure was to my liking. There was a good amount of massage oil used the whole treatment. I was soooooo relaxed. Pearl gave my wrist and forearm the additional attention I requested. When the massage was over, she placed my warmed robed on the table, just as expected with all BW massage experiences. I had such a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The highest compliment I can ever give someone is that I would come back and book another massage with Pearl. After my treatment Pearl walked me back towards the lobby and reminded me to stay hydrated for the next few days. She was super sweet and thoughtful and definitely the best encounter I had with the Pasadena location. After my service I went to take another shower and got ready at their vanity tables. Unfortunately there were MULTIPLE dirty brushes in the clean bin. Which reminds me the showers had a lot of hairs on the wall. Super turn off. There was a lot of staff in the spa area so I'm not sure if they missed it since it was so crowded or if they were more focused on other areas of the spa area. Staff also mentioned that this is the oldest location in the area... and I can see that... in the sense that the layout is less thoughtful than the other locations, such as locker rooms where you change is in high foot traffic areas. I waited for a bit at check out, but staff was very helpful. They were able to give me my day pass and bring a friend that was part of the gift card deal that the Mission Viejo location forgot to give me. Loved the massage and the amenities, but I don't enjoy the crowd and there's room for improvement with the cleanliness. I don't blame the business for doing well, but I do feel like they can maintain better cleanliness of their facilities for how much they charge for our services. Of the Burke Williams locations I have been to, my favorite is the Orange location which is the largest, and then Mission Viejo for an intimate quiet experience, and this places last. Nevertheless it's still a superior spa experience where I've never had a bad treatment at any BWs.

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    Nancy H.

    I am finally admitting that their is no place with greater consistency and breadth of treatments than Burke Williams and I drive monthly from Las Vegas; currently on a six month program for the ULTRAfusion facial backed up by at-home H2V skincare, (the BW skincare brand). I made the mistake of needing to depart after the treatment and moving forward I will allow ample time to enjoy the facilities. I am a fan of the shower amenities, the jacuzzi and sauna, the quiet room, the delicious tea and healthy snacks. The ULTRAfusion facial has transformed my skin and at 71 I was due for some transforming! I had had damaging deep laser treatments at other facilities and it was simply damaging my skin, not helping it. I kept thinking that stronger is better and I was wrong! I can honestly say that I don't recall when my skin has looked better. It is my goal to visit all the Southern CA locations; next stop is Sherman Oaks...see you there!

    J K.

    I got the deep tissue massage from here and got bruises on my arm!? The therapist did asked me if I want stronger, I said no.

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    Dyamond was an amazing masseuse and I would highly recommend her for the relaxation massage!

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    Ask the Community - Burke Williams Day Spa

    Do you have any male therapist recommendations (medium to firm technique)? I go to the Hollywood location, but Pasadena is a little closer to home.

    Hello and Good afternoon! We are so glad you want to visit Pasadena. We have multiple male therapists that we would recommend. To name a few, here are some names: Andrew, John, William, Craig, Levi. Thank you and see you soon!

    Does anybody know which shampoo they have in their showers? It left my hair really soft...

    I want to know too!!

    Can i make a same day massage appointment?

    Yes you can. However, if you are looking for a particular masseuse, you may not be able to book them. BW gets booked up very quickly due to their excellent service!

    Are they open yet and finished with the remodel?

    Yes but keep your expectations low

    What is your policy for transgender patrons; specifically, are biological males allowed to use the female areas of the spa?

    Are males allowed to use the female areas of the spa? Kinda defeats the purpose of the ladies having their own areas.

    Do they have a pool? Not just jacuzzi... and is there outdoor sitting area?

    No they don't.

    I was given a gift certificate almost a year ago, how do I find out if it's still valid?

    In California, gift certificates cannot expire, ever (so long as the company remains in business.) The only exception relates to promotional value-- eg similar to Groupon, where the buyer paid X but the certificate has a higher value during a… 

    Has anyone tried the 4 Layer Resurfacing Facial? Wondering about the recovery time. TIA!

    No down time! I had a lot of redness (sensitive skin) and it was all gone by 1 hour past. Glowing

    Do men or women or both do massages?

    Both. You can choose

    Do they validate parking?

    No they don't validate parking.

    I used to be a member of this spa. However, when I found out about their exclusion of men on Saturdays (which was a new policy at the time), I no longer felt comfortable being a member there on any day. Do they still exclude men?

    I've been there numerous times on Saturdays. Never heard of it.

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    After our sessions, we met in the common area and enjoyed the jacuzzi, steam room, dry sauna, and showers.

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    V Spa Korean JimJilBang

    V Spa Korean JimJilBang

    4.3(163 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Love their body scrub. They do a great job and I love that they wash and lather your hair and body…read moretoo. The best part is the cold cucumber face mask they apply! It's clean and private which I love!

    worst massage in town. no lie…read more at least for my experience. i brought my girlfriend here for a couple massage for her birthday. 90 minute couples massage. first five minutes was mild at best. we had to ask them to massage with a little bit more effort. shortly after it was pure sharp elbows, digging into our backs from the weight of their bodies, which overhang above. they use gravity and their elbows in an effort to avoid actually expanding effort or using their muscles at all. i don't know about you, but that's not a massage to me. shortly after i looked over to my side to notice that the man that was massaging, my girlfriend was sitting down on the bed lightly massaging her upper back with no more than a few fingers contact. there was no effort or work there. just sitting lounging doing the absolute minimum contact possible. this was almost the same for me however, my masseuse, also using only one hand, would pause for many seconds at a time before exerting some pressure then again another break of many seconds before pressure again. she was systematically conserving energy and then applying the minimum level of pressure from one hand only. after a couple warnings, she finally started to get that. i am not gonna leave us alone and she started massaging more correctly. then excuse the man who was pretending to massage my girlfriend and replaced him with a woman that was massaging me. then they sent one man to massage me who was lazy and barely doing anything so let him go when they sent him them yet. another one who is doing the same thing. at about 45 minutes i finally told him to leave me alone and just continue with my girlfriend. i don't know how it's possible that others aren't reporting this more often, but i cannot speak on what i do not know but what i do know is if you are sore, tired, and just looking for some muscle, relief and relaxation and you expect some discernible level of quality and effort than do not come here. these people do not care at all about giving you a good experience and i gave them multiple chances they are lazy and do not care about their customers at least not for my girlfriend and i if you doubt me at all, please read my other reviews. i'm very honest in my reviews and i take great care to be fair. and i write these to help others. it certainly doesn't provide me any benefit other than that. thank you for reading and feel free to contact me if you'd like more information

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    A Beautiful Day Spa Massage Pasadena - New hours Monday to Sunday 10:30a.m to 8:30p.m

    A Beautiful Day Spa Massage Pasadena

    4.6(1.2k reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I want to address an issue regarding my appointment last June 23, which I inadvertently…read moredouble-booked and failed to cancel. This was an honest mistake on my part. The front desk staff were understanding and indicated they would let it slide, which I appreciated, as I have not visited your establishment in quite some time. However, I recently noticed an additional $20 charge on my credit card for the double booking. While policies are in place, this is excessive given the circumstances. I'm willing to accept the charge, but I must express my disagreement. I am never going back to your business. To be clear, I was a generous tipper for your staff during my visit, yet that seems to have had no bearing on my overall experience. This has led me to reconsider my loyalty to your business. Numerous alternatives offer similar services, and their customer service is worth considering. You may have lost a long-term customer due to this incident. I hope you take this feedback seriously. Is your business really that desperate for $20?

    I've been to a lot of massage places. Some ghetto. Some luxurious. But rarely do I actually enjoy…read morethe massage. Until now. My sister introduced me to this place but several of my colleagues have also recommended Beautiful Day. I have fallen in love! An hour massage here is like HEAVEN! From the moment you walk in, Dustin or Jason will happily greet you, have you fill out a quick form to circle all the spots you want focus on, and then they walk you to your massage location. I've had two different gals massage me and both are exceptional! I have zero complaints! Pressure was amazing, pacing was great, technique was perfect. I just love it. I took my mom today and she usually is like "meh" after a massage but after coming here, she could not stop praising them! It helped her sciatica so much! She said all the tension in her leg and head were gone! It's a small place but it's so clean, so welcoming, and so professional! The only thing I will mention is you need to leave early so you don't get caught up in Pasadena traffic. There is a parking structure nearby that has dedicated spots for Beautiful Day and it's like a 2-minute walk. I will be taking my mom and sister back here often. Thank you, guys!

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    The NOW Massage Pasadena

    The NOW Massage Pasadena

    4.7(180 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$
    Available by appointment
    Certified professionals

    I've been coming here for the past three years, and every visit has been an amazing experience…read more From the moment you walk in, the entire environment is incredibly relaxing, the soft lighting, warm massage beds, and cozy blankets create the perfect atmosphere to unwind. The best part, though, is my massage therapist, Merci. She is truly exceptional. She always takes the time to understand exactly what my body needs, whether it's relieving sore muscles, releasing tension, or simply helping me relax. Her attention to detail and skill make every massage feel personalized.

    I've been a member of the Now Pasadena for almost two years and it's been the best investment in…read moreself-care I've made. The front desk receptionists are always welcoming and I love the ease of the parking situation. The products are great too...I bought the candle and room spray to try to duplicate the relaxing feeling in my home. The first time I went to this location I was randomly paired up with the massage therapist, Kia, and how lucky for me that I was! She is kind, calm and pleasant. I've been requesting her ever since that first time and sing her praises to my family and friends. She really listens to what my needs are and varies up her techniques to fit those needs. Whether it's adding the gliding cupping, hot stones, or just the now massage, I look forward to relaxing and resetting during my monthly 80-min massages. I will continue investing in me and booking with Kia!

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    SP Asian Therapy & Spa - Come And Try Our Services

    SP Asian Therapy & Spa

    4.0(136 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    To start by addressing some of the bad reviews on here:…read more If you want an elevated massage ~experience~, this isn't your place. You should know that when you pay $50 for a 60-minute full-body massage; expecting the Ritz is dumb, and on you. There was briefly a guy at the front desk who was pretty bad (kind of ignored you and was rude) but I haven't seen him in a long time. Otherwise yes; the rooms are fine, the music is the same every time, the sheets are just normal sheets. It's not going to blow your mind, but it's all really solid. The comments about tipping are weird; when you're paying so little for the massage itself, it's pretty easy math to understand why $20 is the least you can do, assuming you enjoyed your service. If you can't afford $70 total for a massage, you probably shouldn't be out getting one. Even the massage place charges $66 for 60 minutes as their base price, and the environment is comparable (massages are universally worse). And to be clear, no one has ever 'followed us around for a tip'; our masseuses do tend to walk to the front with us to offer us water and thank us for coming. It's really nice. My husband and I visit all the time and we tend to leave $30 for each of our masseuses because they're awesome. For context, we used to go to Raven Spa in Silverlake for our massages. It cost us $100 each NOT including tip to get a far inferior massage to the one we get at SP. We were paying for ambiance and brand, and we were actually pretty satisfied with their pricing for the area (even though we weren't really in love with the massages); until the first time we tried SP. Now, we pay ~$80 each TOTAL for the. best. massages. of our lives. Every time we walk out we feel 1000x better. Every masseuse we've had has been super receptive to pressure feedback, amazing at finding and working out knots, and really, really nice. I honestly feel the need to defend this place because it would be such a pity for it to not exist; I don't know how we'd ever get similar level massages at this price point anywhere else. I hope you'll ignore all the nonsense reviews and give SP a shot! I can almost guarantee it'll be the best massage you've ever had.

    We decided to try this spa because the price--$100 for a 90-minute massage--seemed almost too good…read moreto be true. Unfortunately, it was. My husband and I booked a couples massage in the same room, and both experiences were equally disappointing. My massage therapist seemed to have very little training or technique. She mostly poked at my head, leaned on my back, whispered to the other therapist, and repeatedly left the room. My husband's therapist was no better. She was coughing and clearing her throat throughout the session, frequently left the room, and used no recognizable massage technique beyond simply pressing down on his body. When the therapists stepped out, my husband and I looked at each other and simultaneously gave a thumbs-down. Sadly, this was one of the worst massage experiences we've ever had. I would not recommend this spa to anyone looking for a skilled, professional, or relaxing massage.

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    Larchmont Sanctuary Spa - Lounge area

    Larchmont Sanctuary Spa

    4.4(192 reviews)
    10.9 miLarchmont
    $$

    I got a gift certificate for a massage for my 30th birthday and decided that if I'm going to visit…read morea spa for my first time I'm going to go all out. I added 3 services to go with it. My day started with being shown where the changing/locker room is, what to do next and where the lounge area is. There are waters and cups and plenty of seating to choose from while you wait. The fireplace really elevates the lounge. Lana did my CBD oil massage. She was very kind and made sure I was comfortable. I'm not experienced with massages so I had a bit of trouble letting go control of my arm at one point, but she reminded me to relax. Afterward she brought me a drink which is probably normal for them but it was really nice lol. Again I'm not a seasoned spa goer. I really enjoyed the massage though. Next I tried out the sauna for a few minutes which was clean and very relaxing. Up next was my copper bath. When I stepped inside, I felt like royalty because it's set up so pretty with candles and flowers, it's a really nice tub with jets as well. I didn't want that to end haha. Next came my clarifying facial with Arely. This consisted of chemical exfoliation, extractions, an LED mask and a peel. She massaged me a bit as well which was nice. I wasn't sure if the extraction process did anything however because she applied no pressure to extract, it felt like just tapping on areas of my face but it's not a big deal. I can extract at home. The rest was relaxing! I finished the day off with Danielle, who was absolutely phenomenal. She told me exactly what we're doing and made me feel comfortable. First was the scrub, then she got a shower ready for me to rinse off and then brought me fresh water for after. Next came the body melt which smelled fantastic and felt really moisturizing. Danielle went out of her way to even give me a scalp massage and she sent me home with some of the body melt she used. I finished my day feeling at peace, soft and in a great mood. I do think I accidentally left my socks in my robe pocket but it's ok. No pictures because this was a total unplug day for me. No devices, no social media, just being present in the moment. Highly recommend this spa! I already decided that I want to make this an annual thing that I do each year for myself. Thank you Larchmont Sanctuary Spa!

    A huge shout-out to the incredible staff and therapists! Meghan at the front desk gave us such a…read morewarm, genuine welcome. Our therapists, Rachel and Ron, provided exceptional personalized massages. My wife was a loyal client of Victor's for years and was disappointed when he left, but she's been pleasantly surprised by Ron--she actually prefers his technique! As for me, Rachel delivered the perfect balance of deep tissue and relaxing Swedish massage. We highly recommend!

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