This is hands down the best spa in DSM! Laura, (and everyone I've ever had) listens and helps with any problem spots for focused massage and creates a creating relaxing atmosphere. From the spa director to every receptionist the welcoming atmosphere is obvious from the moment you walk in. Customer for life read more

I love the East Village Spa. I get regular massages with Wade. He is great with deep tissue, yet I am also so relaxed. I highly recommend! read more

Would never recommend this location. The service received was decent the interactions with management after were terrible and very unprofessional. read more

Loved my massage with Maddie N. today. She explained everything at the start of the massage and made sure the pressure was perfect to what I needed during the massage. Music was so serene and calming. Maddie used stones toward the end and put a honey glaze on my back also with some warm towels. Farmhouse fresh products are some of my favorite so I truly enjoyed that as well. Front desk was friendly and they offer chocolate at checkout. Left feeling so relaxed after that much needed massage. It was the perfect birthday gift from my husband. I will definitely be back for another and will recommend to all my loved ones. Thank you! read more

East Village Spa - Massage room - Massage Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

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Set up this as a date for my wife and I while we were together on a trip. We did a pedicure, manicure and Swedish couples massage. The staff was professional and friendly from the front desk to the folks who took care of us. Quality of service was excellent and the price was very reasonable. After we were done we walked down the street to enjoy a rooftop bar. We both agreed EVS was a must return for us whenever we're in Des Moines. read more

EVS is my safe space. For many years, I've received nothing but good customer service, friendly gentle care, and excellent products. Cannot say enough about how well this space is run, and how much I appreciate their services. I'm a regular massage customer, with occasional manicures or facials. Always excellent. read more

I wasn't impressed at all. I paid almost 100.00 for a pedicure that wasn't as good as a place I would go for a walk in. The girls there very nice. The girl who did my pedicure was very nice but seemed lazy with the pedicure. The message that came with it didnt last more then 3 minutes on both legs. She kind of messaged my right leg then stopped to wait for my left toes to dry. I was very disappointed. I paid $15.00 extra for her to do extra on my cuticles. I came home and had to fix them. I picked a more expensive place thinking I would get what I want but I got way less. Sadly, I wont be back. read more

As you head in to spring overhaul your outer appearance with a facial from East Village. You will exude youthfulness and will be delighted with your rewind of energy at the end of your relaxation period. read more

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Great experience. they really take care of you here at East Village Spa. Would come back again for sure.

Top notch, they never disappoint. Been receiving services since 2016. Front Desk staff does amazing job schedule around life events.

Loved everything about this. The staff, products, care, advice and more. I love the products I purchased and have seen my skin transform over night using them. The experience was so soothing and wonderful. Definitely recommend read more

I tell you one thing! There is a reason this place always ranks number 1 in the town. The facility, the staff, and the services are all second to none! Now I will admit, I have only had massage here, but I got to witness some other services recently at an event! And wow the staff takes great pride in what they do and as a friend said, you just feel relaxed and have good vibes from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave! They have lots of healthy products for purchase as well. I even got my first ever Vegan lip balm.. Woo hoo, still the best in the biz! read more

I had the TLC Massage with Sojaya and it was AWESOME! She made sure I was comfortable and the pressure was perfect. Allie did my Deluxe Hydrafacial and it was the best facial I have ever had. Both ladies made sure to let me know what they were doing and what was coming next. I will definitely be back the next time I am in Des Moines! read more

Great experience from booking through check out. Easy, efficient and professional. Thank you!

Top 10 Reasons to Visit East Village Spa: 10. Everything smells good. 9. Super easy online booking. And the front desk staff are amazing, Kelly is a customer service juggernaut, what a freaking gem 8. The sheets. What are they made of and why are they so soft? 7. Cyerra's nail art (excellent nail skills, seriously plan ahead to get on her books) 6. Cassandra's pedicure skills, she's been tearing it up for YEARS 5. Clay's showstopper pressure point work (how is it he can make me immediately relax by pushing on one spot on the back of my head for like 2 seconds, I am pretty sure massage therapists are wizards) 5. Cammie's educating during manicures, pedicures, etc... I learn something every time I book an appointment with her! 4. All the estheticians and their hydro facials made my face look like it was 2005 again 3. Whoopie Scented Candles 2. Safety and inclusivity have always been #1 there; they truly follow their slogan "every body welcome". 1. The owner, Cassie: what an amazing entrepreneur and force in our community. Her choices and messaging during the 2020 were on point. read more

What an amazing experience! My husband and I got the Signature Couples massage for 80 minutes and every second was worth it. The front staff were so attentive and offered us tea before the massage, and the massage therapists were both amazing catering to problem areas and personalizing the pressure. The oils and lotions used smelled so good and the hot stones were very relaxing, along with the soothing music. read more

I entered the East Village Spa space in 2014 and have been a loyal customer since. I've tried other spas and massage therapists and although they were great - my heart brings me back to EVSpa because: - location, minutes from me - you get what you pay for - this couldn't be more true with massages - the evspa space is peaceful, welcoming, and safe - it's a women owned business - my preferred massage therapist is spot on with what I need and always gives me stretching and muscle tips to help keep my body checked and cared for. Evspa literally is the best massage I've ever gotten. - they greet you by name - the small details matter with them - the evspa team is very active in the dsm community and supports employment for individuals with disabilities - they hold community events in their space that go towards benefits that mean the most to them If you are craving or needing a massage - go where you know you'll be taken cared of and leave feeling new - go to evspa. It's worth every dollar. read more

I have been a couple of times for a massage and both times I have had an all around wonderful experience. I would describe this place and a perfect blend of welcoming and professional and I would highly recommend it to anyone. read more

I enjoy getting facials done at EV spa but I have always wanted to try some of the other services they offer since I really enjoy the facial. It was overall a relaxing experience in a very safe and friendly environment. The aesthetician asks questions about what you want from the experience, which I thought was nice. I prefer a quite experience but she said she could explain everything she is doing if I wanted. read more

Scheduled two manicures for myself and my mother for my wedding and both turned out beautifully! The spa is doing a great job of making clients feel safe in the space and everyone was incredibly friendly and accommodating. I was recommending all of my out of town guests go there for some pre-wedding pampering! read more

Had the most relaxing massage at East Village Spa! I did wear my mask as it is the right thing to do. The Spa was very clean and has a great feel. I can't wait to come back again. read more

I love this place! I got my first hydro facial today and I'm so glad I didn't go somewhere else, it was amazing! I had a massage right afterwards which was also great. Super professional and good communication throughout my experience. I will definitely be back! read more

Wow! So relaxing and such a beautiful spa. Soft music playing with beautiful decor. Got their wellness shellac manicure and wellness pedicure and it was so relaxing!!! Camille was great. As was Lydia!! The sugar scrub and massage felt so good!! And all of their products smell amazing!! I love that they are eco friendly and that their instruments are sterilized with medical grade equipment. And you get to keep your files. They don't reuse them. I would highly recommend spending the extra money and coming here for any nail, facial, or massage needs!!! They are super well trained and all wonderful!! I can't wait to go back for more services!! read more

I really needed a deep tissue massage and got more of a Swedish/ very light touch massage. The therapist was nice but seemed very inexperienced. He said he's still learning how to do deep tissue. I told him to focus on my shoulders, neck and head; but he spent 10 minutes on each arm and leg instead. Really disappointed to pay for a specific massage and not receive it. I came in with a lot of tension, knots and headache, and still have that pain leaving. I called the Spa to give feedback. I explained my experience , they put me on hold and hung up on me. I'll never go back. read more

I've always enjoyed the services offered at the East Village Spa, but recently I tried a sports massage and felt compelled to write a review. I had been going to a physical therapist for pain I was experiencing in my traps. I have been getting more serious weight lifting and I experienced a common problem caused by not pinning your shoulders back when doing exercises like a chest press. The physical therapist helped correct my form and strengthen the muscles I wasn't utilizing correctly, but wasn't able to do much to minimize the pain I was experiencing. After talking with my therapist, we agreed a massage would help, and I have been amazed by how well it helped my shoulder. The muscle had felt tense for months and finally it started to relax. The pain I was experiencing is all but gone now. Wither it's for relaxation or to help recover from and injury like mine. The good people at the East Village Spa will take care of you! read more

I had the most amazing massage of my life here! My masseuse was perfect! She spoke with me about the problems that I have with my back and followed through on making them better. Also, when I told her that I have sinus problems she placed some sort of scented cooling pack on the area where I put my face. It helped with all my sinus pressure/congestion. I enjoyed every minute of my massage!!! 5 stars for this portion! I also received a pedicure after my massage. The pedicure was good. The technician did a great job! However, the pedicure area was lacking. The room was very small and the chairs were upright not too comfortable with no massaging features. Basically, it was an elevated chair. The foot bath was also lacking. Typically there is some sort of whirlpool action going on and all they had was a foot bucket filled with warm water. The pedicure is just simply overpriced for what you get. Next time I visit I will skip the pedicure and put the extra $$$ toward a longer massage. =) read more

East Village Spa - Waiting area - Massage Near Me - Des Moines, Iowa

I came here for a yelp event and man was I impressed! The staff was extremely friendly and provided great mini services to all the attendees. The owner was also at the event and took the time to talk to everyone. It was awesome to see a local business owner and hear the history of her spa. I will definitely be back for any spa services in the future. read more

I had the best manicure and pedicure at East Village Spa! My only disappointment was that I was not able to get a massage while I was there! The customer service was so nice and professional, the spa is clean and uses high quality products! The employees knew their products and explained the differences between them. My manicure lasted for 2 weeks, usually mine are lucky to last a week! I wish I lived closer and I would be a frequent customer-if I am in the area and lucky enough to get in, I will return! With that being said, they book up fast so schedule ahead of time. read more

Massage was excellent! We are already talking about trying to book another appointment in a few months. Staff was very welcoming and professional. Very nice experience. read more

I love this spa! They always have great deals going on with a calming friendly atmosphere. They are definitely on top of their game when it comes to scheduling appointments. If you have any questions at all, about any services they are very knowledgeable. This spa is booked out far in advance for a good reason. The LMT's are very good at what they do! I've had my nails done by Cyerra Kemp who is so sweet & does an amazing job! I would definitely recommend this spa to friends. :-) read more

Very relaxing, clean, and friendly spa! It was my first time getting a hydro facial and I will definitely be coming back!

I recently had my first facial ever at The East Village Spa while my husband received a sports massage. We both were floating on air when we came out. My skin felt rose petal soft and I had no skin irritation what so ever. All their products smelled so good, and I appreciate that they think so carefully about each of the ingredients that go in all their treatments. I felt tailored to and well-cared for from start to finish. read more

First, I have to say that I loved working with Cori - she was incredibly pleasant and I enjoyed speaking with her. Unfortunately, I felt that the quality of my manicure did not warrant the price. I wanted to leave Cori a good tip because her customer service was wonderful, but I won't be paying $70+ for a manicure again. Additionally, my appointment was 1.5 hours long just for a custom manicure. It's never taken longer than an hour in the past for a quality manicure and hand massage at other locations. Further, I felt that the manicure and pedicure portion of the spa wasn't as relaxing/calming as the rest of the spa. I hadn't had a manicure in two years, so I was really looking forward to some calming time to myself, but found my experience lacking. read more

Joys of being a guy in the Midwest...spa service selection. There aren't many that cater specifically to males, so pickings can be slim. When you range out into other salons, I've never personally received any pushback, but some of them can give a little side-eye when you're booking. The staff here are remarkably courteous. I booked online and was able to get a same-day appointment with Hannah. The service was relatively inexpensive compared with a couple other places I've gone over the years, and it was remarkably efficient. Hannah was comfortably chatty and pleasant, and 24 hours later, I've only minimal redness from the waxing. The ladies at the desk were also very welcoming and polite, which is great to see from a customer service standpoint. I'd highly recommend them as a downtown Des Moines stop on the basis of this service. read more

Oh my goodness. This was heavenly. Booked 80 minute signature massage online and got a confirmation right away. Tisha was perfect. I can't say enough about how pleasant she was, how well she addressed the areas that needed attention, and how spot on her technique is. She put me at ease and did some therapeutic massage without killing me. :) Go see her. You'll be so happy you did! read more

Is this heaven!? No! It's the East Village Spa! Being able to safely come here for self care, and maintenance during the pandemic has been such a life saver! The front staff are always so welcoming and helpful with the clean and even touchless option for checking in and out. I've enjoyed a pedicure, facial, massage and waxing services at the spa every single experience has been nothing but amazing! After having so many luxuries taken away from us, I am so grateful to have the spa as a place to go to feel taken care of, pampered, and enjoy safe human interaction. Thank you all for everything you do! read more

I went to East Village Spa for my first massage, and I see no reason to go anywhere else for my next. Becky was completely attentive and professional. She knew when to ask for my preference and how to recommend what was best for my skin and muscles. The process from booking to checking out was very simple and convenient. 100% would recommend. read more

Glorius was my provider for an hour-long massage. She was fabulous! She made me feel very comfortable. Used extreme professionalism. Loved her! I highly recommend! read more

First time visitor to East Village Spa today where I received an amazing massage from Kirstie. Perfect blend of medium to firm pressure. I'll definitely be back! read more

I went to East Village Spa on Monday to get a pedicure with a girlfriend and we had a wonderful time! The reception area is lovely and we were immediately offered hot and cold tea. Our pedicures were at the same time and done in a private room with side-by-side chairs, and the classic nail polish smell was noticeably absent from the room as they use nail polish with far fewer chemicals than normal. I saw Lindsay and my friend saw Kinika. They were both very skilled at their jobs, and Lindsay was incredibly funny and kept us laughing the whole time. My feet feel amazing and my toes are the best they've ever looked. Lindsay also went the extra mile by helping me get my skinny jeans back down over my not-as-skinny calves. Kinika jumped in to help and we didn't end up needed to cut my pants off, which was a nice bonus because it was iffy for a minute there. Would see either of these ladies again! read more