VYANA Wellness, Cambria (2 stars)…read more I had high hopes for this place. I'd consulted with an AI assistant while planning our Cambria trip and VYANA came back as a top recommendation. When I called to book, I was pleased to find someone answered despite them technically being closed that day. We booked the 90-minute deluxe package, which included 25 minutes in an infrared sauna, a 90-minute massage, and champagne and chocolates. At $495 for two, the bar was set accordingly. The sauna was genuinely enjoyable. Infrared, very dry, got up to about 150 degrees. My partner tapped out after ten or fifteen minutes but I sat in there and sweated happily. That part delivered. The massage is where things fell apart, at least for me. My therapist started with a lavender or rose water spritz and exfoliating gloves, which was a nice touch, followed by hot stones and a hot towel. The setup suggested something therapeutic was coming. It didn't. The entire 90 minutes was an extremely light, non-therapeutic rub, always through the sheet, rarely with any real pressure or intention. I specifically told her at the outset that I had never met a massage with too much pressure and had some pectoral soreness from daily pushups. She acknowledged it and said she would start light and ramp up. She started light and stayed there. She never check-in or inquired beyond the initial 10 second conversation. She did a lot of little massage "techniques" like pinching and pulling the skin along my spine, massing scalp and ear lobes, pinching the webbing between my thumb and pointer finger, etc. but no real massage. For reference, my therapist, who never provided her name was a moderately petite, youngish white woman, probably in her early thirties, from Minnesota, with a shaved head and a long strip of hair running down the back, almost like a female mullet. She was covered in tattoos. If you encounter her, I would strongly suggest having a very direct conversation about pressure and therapeutic intent before the session begins, or simply request a different therapist. My partner had the opposite experience. Same tools, same setup, but her therapist actually worked on problem areas when she found them. She came out glowing. I came out frustrated. After the massage concluded, my therapist never reappeared to check on us. I noticed her sitting in the sauna room on her cell phone as I walked past. My partner's therapist came out and greeted us warmly. The contrast was hard to miss. One more thing: the champagne and chocolates that are part of the package were left in the sauna room and again in the massage room both times without being offered. I had to ask for them at checkout. Small thing, but at this price point the details matter. I left a twenty percent tip because that's what I do, not because it was earned. My partner's therapist earned hers. Mine did not. If you come here, ask specifically about therapist style and pressure preferences, and follow up on it. The bones of this place are good. The execution, depending on who you get, may not be.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Need a gift for someone (or yourself?) The massages here are a perfect treat! They include hot…read morestones and hot towels (dreamy) and kind and effective masseuses. You can also tell the thoughtfulleness of the business - they provide a glass of water after your massage (since you probably just worked up a passive sweat) and a drink voucher to the nearby True Earth natural foods grocery store. Logistics: - All facilities indoors - Street parking in front or a nearby public free lot around the corner from Robin's - Female and male masseuses available, you can specify when booking online

Went this weekend with my boyfriend and it was the owner did a great job. She has created a very…read morecalming environment from the moment you walk in. She took the time to get to know you and focus on what you needed. Highly recommend!

Bad massages for a high quality price. Price isn't an issue for me for health work, as I pay 400 a…read moresession at some top tier. The massages had good technique knowing where knots are, but little pressure and actual manipulation of muscles. I think we paid 175+ a person, and 2 people total came for a group session while visiting Cambria. If it was 60/person likes cheaper massage parlor then I'd give them 3-4 stars for the price-for-value. Old reviews are 5 stars so I wonder if there was a change in staff or management? Or friends leaving reviews? Either way mediocre massages at a high cost of what a hotel charges.

My husband and I just received the best massage of our life. Immediately the vibe was perfect. They…read morewere professional and welcoming. We felt so cared for the entire time. We will come back here every trip to Cambria. It's a must.

Conveniently located at Cambria Pines Lodge, this spot occupies one of their small cabins. Fairly…read moresimple, just a cabin with 2 massage tables. No frills, but just what I needed. The massage was very relaxing. Gentle long strokes, medium pressure, and the use of CBD, hot towels and hot rocks. More of a Swedish massage than anything deep tissue. My masseuse was sweet and very welcoming. Booking was done over the phone and I'd imagine, tough to come by during busy season as there's only one treatment room. Had to pay with cash and the price was as expected for the convenience of being on site.

My wife and I were lucky enough to find Cat Rhyne while visiting Cambria, and she was absolutely…read morefantastic. We enjoyed our first massage with her so much that we immediately booked a second session later in the week. Cat is not only incredibly skilled--attentive, intuitive, and thorough--but also a genuinely kind and warm person who made us feel comfortable right away. We left both sessions feeling relaxed, refreshed, and grateful we stumbled across her. Cat is definitely going to be part of our future trips to the Central Coast. Highly recommend!

I was just looking for a massage for a stiff shoulder and I lucked into Cat. She responded quickly…read morevia text. Her massage area is right on main street upstairs in her apartment and is comfortable and welcoming. Cat is not just a masseuse, she is an intuitive healer and experienced body worker. She made me feel more connected and present and also helped me with pain that I'd had for a while. It was a great experience and I left better off. Seeing her is like taking your body to the mechanic. I highly recommend her.

Cambria Wellness is everything you want and need from a healing space. I called on a late Friday…read moremorning and they were able to get me in same-day. The location is a home, but don't let that stop you from treating this with the same trust (in fact - more!) you would from a fancy spa. The experience was one of total hospitality. Kind of like going to a good friend's house who just happens to be a fantastic masseuse. The massage itself was perfect. I indicated a need for deep pressure, as many places go light. This always has the potential to backfire, though, as "deep pressure" for one part of the body will be different than another. At Cambria Wellness the treatment was intuitively perfect throughout -- adjusting to more intensity on stubborn shoulder muscles, less push on tender calves. I plan to return to the Cambria region, and will be returning to Cambria Wellness as well. Thank you for the great experience!

I was blessed enough to have a couples massage with my boyfriend by Jeannine and Lucia. I have…read morenever, in my years of massages, received a more harmonious and precise massage therapy session. These women both understand the energy transition from person to person, the touch needed to identify target areas, and the kindness that helps the client melt into a state of relaxation! I strongly recommend this center for a visit if you're looking for more than a run of the mill, deep rub. You are in for a gift with Jeannine and Lucia. Cheers!

I very much appreciate this hotel. Because of our pet cat getting suddenly ill, I had to cancel our…read morereservation on the morning we were due to check in, and they were willing to waive the cancellation fee. Looking forward to rebooking our trip with this hotel in the future :)

We had a good experience here for our getaway in Cambria with our husky. The location was ideal for…read morewalking on the dog-friendly Moonstone Beach boardwalk, the rooms were nice, and parking was free. The deep tub was also perfect for a long soak and overall the property and the area were quiet. I was glad that we had a fireplace and air conditioning because we needed both during our April stay. We didn't have breakfast other than coffee, so I can't comment on that. I agree with other reviewers that the hotel doesn't quite fit the upscale image on the website and social media. Customer service was similar to what we encountered from Morro Bay up to Ragged Point: more standoffish than expected, but ultimately helpful. All in all, we would stay here again if we wanted another retreat on the Central Coast.

Kylie is the most talented and engaging massage therapist I have ever been to. She has amazing…read moreabilities, from hands on massage, energy clearing and relaying to you information regarding what you are holding in your body ...and how to clear it and feel better. I feel totally safe and free to discuss what I'm going through in my life. Kylie listens and gives her expert suggestions and feedback based on the intuitive massage. I always leave feeling lighter, calmer and at ease. I've never experienced anything like it anywhere else. Thank you Kylie for the skilfull healing energy work and intuitive massage you provide. You are THE BEST!!

I always look forward to my massage with Kylie! She is incredibly talented and knows what my body…read moreneeds better than I do. I've had massages done all over the world, and she's by far one of the best. Without hesitation, I fully recommend booking a massage with her.

I have to give Lisa Friedman a shout out for helping me with a really painful trapezius muscle…read morespasm. She gently massaged it out and also showed me some stretches to work through it when it comes back. That 1.5 hour massage was worth it! If you are an artist and over-do it, go see her.

One of the best massages I've ever have and having tried many places over the years, that's saying…read morea lot. It wasn't a typical Swedish massage; the masseuse integrated dry brush and hot stones in the massage. It was truly a unique relaxing massage as she worked and pinpointed areas where I didn't even realize were sore points. I was prepared to tell her to either apply more or less pressure but I never needed to do it because she wasn't just applying the pressure with fingers or elbows. Wasn't sure what it was but it worked so well. We had a couples massage. My husband typically prefers deep tissue so while it was relaxing, it wasn't for him as he felt the pressure wasn't enough. But if you prefer a relaxing, soothing massage, this is for you. Not sure when I will be back in Cambria but if I am, I will definitely go back! Highly recommend! (I'm super bad with names but our two masseuses were Audrey and Alyssa we think. My husband says Audrey worked on me.)

Excellent massage with wonderful hot stones and healing hands indeed!…read more Dianne is caring and professional and her studio in her house is serene. We were 3 friends in Cambria for a weekend and she was able to do all of us while we enjoyed her home full of color.

I booked an appointment for my girlfriend and had a great experience. She was friendly, responsive…read moreand accommodating to help me with the surprise. My gf told me she felt comfortable and relaxed and the massage itself was great too