This was my first experience with tanks and it was phenomenal! I felt so centered and relaxed afterwards. The environment is very relaxing and the staff was so pleasant and helpful given that it was my first time. Will be going again and again! read more

Float is awesome. They have 4 sensory deprivation tanks that you can "float" in for 60-90 minutes. The space is incredibly clean, and well maintained and the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Pricing is competitive and better if you get a package deal. A great place for a unique experience. read more

While floating wasn't for me (I was a bit cold and bored), this facility is clean and the employees were very professional and helpful. I came during community hours, which is a great deal if you're looking to check out what floating is all about. Before you go in, you shower to keep the tank clean. When i got out early, the employee at the front desk was very understanding and non judgmental. Go try it out! read more

The customer service was very helpful when I could not find my gift card. The float experience was very relaxing. Unfortunately, any feelings of relaxation were completely washed away at the end if the session. The showers are freezing and room itself was far too cold for coming out of a tank that isnat body temperature. Maybe on a warmer day it would have been fine but not during the winter months. The lobby area was really small and made it hard to take shoes off and the coats were overlapped on each other on hooks. The upolstry on the lobby furniture was stained and dirty so that was gross. There is only one bathroom outside the tank rooms so if you have to go during the session you are wrapped in a towel and heading down the hall like a dorm room. read more

If you're not familiar with floatation tanks / sensory deprivation tanks then here is a good article that explains a bit about them: http://www.slate.com/articles/life/anything_once/2013/05/sensory_deprivation_flotation_tanks_i_floated_naked_in_a_pitch_black_tank.html This was my third float in my third location and I'm really thrilled to have Float Boston move into the area! Float Boston did the best job of the three locations of creating a spa-like atmosphere: providing slippers and bathrobes, a wide variety of toiletries, and a small room to relax and have a cup of tea after your float. The float room itself is great, well insulated, with a shower located basically right next to the tank. The floats here are also more reasonably priced than my other two experiences. At a max of $75 for a 90 minute float (and potentially significantly less if you buy more than one float or book a 60 minute float) this is really a bargain. The other times I floated I paid $50 for a 60 minute float and then CAN$100 for a 90 minute float. Their online payment / reservation system is very easy to use and they should be adding two more tanks in the near future which will make it much easier to get a reservation on short notice. My only "complaint" (and I'm not knocking them for this in the rating) is that it's a bit off the beaten track in Magoun Square in Somerville. It's about a 20 minute walk from the DavisSquare T Station. There are a few buses that run nearby but frankly I'd rather just walk the 20 minutes. But the upside to that is after your float you can stop next door and have some vegan momos at Tasty Momo or stop by Eat at Jumbos and grab a vegan Seitan Bomb. read more

This place is great if you're up to relax and completely detach from reality. Zero noise, light or distraction for the entire period provides a nice reset for your mind. Walked out of here in a super zen state. read more

Everything I could have hoped for on my first float. Very clean, professional, welcoming. I did a good amount of research before getting wet and it was better than I expected. I'll be back as often as I can. read more

Float Boston - Float Spa Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

An amazing addition to Somerville! It was super easy to sign up and they were great about reminding me of my upcoming float. (To the guy who gave a one star review because they reminded him of his appointment....that's kind of how appointments work!) The person at the front desk was super friendly and spent a long time introducing me to the room and how everything works, which I appreciated because I was a tad nervous. They supply waterproof earplugs, fancy soaps and lotions, a bathrobe, and even salve to cover up any tiny cuts that could sting in the water. The float was great, and less intimidating than I was worried about. You can kind of just make it what you want! The business is obviously run with a lot of love and care. I'm thankful for not having any chronic pain issues, but my friends who do say it's their only pain-free time and has lasting effects. Give it a go! read more

I love this place. They treat me very well and one time that they accidently cut my session short they offered me a partial refund!!!! Great customer service and I love the cleanliness and the tea that they offer after my session read more

I had my first float last night and it was amazing! Since it was my first time, I appreciated the information the website provided in preparing for the float. Once I arrived, the staff member took ample time explaining these details further & letting me know what to expect during my time in the chamber. Being somewhat claustrophobic, I opted for "Summer Sky" which was perfect. Knowing I could turn on the light if I got nervous was reassuring (but I never needed it). The room was very clean and the chamber welcoming. They offer everything you need (sandals, toiletries, ear plugs, towels, floatation devices-if needed), so you don't have to bring much with you. I will admit, there were moments during the float that I started to freak out a bit but I worked through them by focusing on my breathing and reassuring myself that I was OK. I signed up for the 90 minute float in the late evening. Before going in, I had aching hips & tightness throughout my shoulders, not to mention the racing mind filled with the list of "to do's". At the end of the float, I felt extremely relaxed and my muscles had loosened up significantly. This feeling was similar to getting a massage but way better (and I love a good massage). Having gone late in the evening, I returned home ready for bed. I have never slept more sound! As I write this review, it's the next morning and I'm still feeling relaxed. If you've been contemplating floating, do it. You will have a good experience at Float. read more

This was my first time trying this. The staff are helpful and nice! I didn't know what to expect but it's very relaxing.

This place is fantastic. Clean facilities, and friendly people working there. The appointments are getting more and more difficult to come by, but should you need to cancel, re-schedule, or anything else, they are super helpful. Just from a management perspective, their ability to manage employees, clients, and facilities is on point....and floating is super cool too B) read more

I signed up for an appointment for Float Boston for Saturday morning. On Thursday I received an email, a phone call while I was at work and an text after I spoke to the woman on the phone. I don't need to be hounded about an appointment I already paid for. Poor customer service that I won't reward. read more

I have been there a few times and the experience was always wonderful. A bit pricey though. I loved the black-out tanks and the tank with dimmer lights. I wish the water could be kept warmer to be honest, but they may have changed that since I last visited. read more

To their credit they came up with a program for artists to create a piece of artwork in exchange for floating. I think that was creative. What wasn't great was how an error was handled. My expectation was that I would be going in for a float and theirs was that I was coming in for a meeting. I organized my entire day around it, but ok, chalk it up to poor communication or miscommunication or just a misunderstanding. The difference is that great business owners do everything they can to make it right. I got the distinct feeling that it wasn't that much of a big deal to them and their general lack of maturity was flaky and left me feeling like crap. read more

Yes it is a bit pricey unless you go at community times. Yes it seems kinda weird at first. Yes it is a crap ton of salt water in your hair. BUT... it is awesome. I was not sure what to make of it but thought I would try it after hearing good things on TV and online. I was mesmerized and totally weirded out at the same time. When I got there the front rep was very cool. I was later but she did what she could to maximize the time I had. She brought me into the first room on the left. I wasn't sure what to think of it but I was glad I chose a room with a full ceiling instead of escape pod. I was a little claustrophobic in my initial entrance. However about 20-30mins into it I finally relaxed. It was such a cool thing at that point. I didn't think I would be able to let go and float but eventually I did and it was amazing. Now driving home after was a bad idea I should have kept a low key low stress trip after it but it was worth the try. I want to go back but I am going to have to save for it. Try it! I [promise you won't regret it. Unless you have lots of shaving cuts, then wait until they heal. read more

Awesome experience. Zero complaints. I didn't quite know what to expect and was a little nervous about feeling claustrophobic. But every detail was relaxing. The calmly-welcoming sincere-seeming human working at the front desk who showed me the whole place and explained everything. The front lobby with plenty of natural light and plants, and washable slippers in 3 sizes to borrow. The cozy nook to drink tea and wait (I arrived early). Everything was fresh and clean and did not smell of cleaning products. The private room with a shower and the float tank, stocked with soap, shampoo, conditioner, towels and earplugs to keep the tank water out of your ears. The complete dark and quiet of the tank which was tall enough to sit up in and wide enough that I could lie on my back and extend my limbs as wide as possible and not touch the sides in. The quiet, slowly amplifying, peaceful sounds notifying me that my time in the tank was coming to an end soon. read more

I loved it and immediately signed up for monthly. I have taken my 16 year old daughter who struggles with ADD and she loved it. I brought my 15 year old son (18 months apart) and he couldn't get over how great it was. Not a four seasons spa - just the most relaxing thing your mind and body can experience. Imagine, actual quiet! read more

Lovely staff, friendly environment. Love floating feels great and the selection of tea :) will be back!

Second time here. It's one of two float locations in the Boston area and it is definitely my first choice. Clean, calming, and quiet. Shaina helped me out today and she was accommodating and informative. I will definitely be back soon ! read more

I can't say enough good things about FLOAT Boston. Everyone is so nice and welcoming. The tanks and shower area is always clean. I had to cancel a float last minute and they allowed me to reschedule it without any problems. It's become my favorite place to relax and escape for an hour or two. read more

I went here with a girlfriend and it was both of our first float experience. Our 60 min experience was very different. With mine, the first 25-30 min was God awful and boring. Silence, no wifi, looking up at the blue lights in the ceiling and just floating, I wanted to get out as soon as possible. However, I was able to settle down the last 20-25 mins and REALLY relax. I can see if someone needed to shut down and just drift that this could be enjoying. But as for me, I am going to pass. As for my friend, she got out in the first 20-30mins. She couldn't relax. But I didn't know that she had finished because being in separate chambers makes it hard to know if your friend/partner is done yet. But their special was ligit which lead us here in the first place. It was "pay as much as you want" weekend. My friend and I paid a total of $40. In our opinion, I do not think it would be worth anything more than that. Paying $60-80 would be CRAZY! I have a tub at home, I am sure I can simulate something very similar. Worth a try but I know that we won't be back. read more

I've only been once, and would probably give it 3.5 stars. The front desk woman was very friendly. The room with the tank was okay. I found it curious that they provided shampoo but no conditioner. The water in the shower never got warm. As for the float itself, the first 15 minutes were pretty unenjoyable--the jets were going in my tank and kept ramming me up against the side. I had to hang on to the handle inside the tank to keep myself steady, so that wasn't super relaxing. Finally the jets turned off and I got to float. But, eh, I didn't find it that relaxing. I never got to a place where I stopped thinking. This is always hard for me--relaxation and meditation have always been super tricky for me--so I can't necessarily blame the place. I got out before the music started because I was ready to be done. I wouldn't pay full price for a float and I'm not sure I'll be back. I'm glad I did it, but didn't have the amazing experience many people here detail. read more