OK, REWIND! Unwind Wellness has won me and my partner over…read more We really haven't stopped daydreaming about our experience ever since and are looking forward to our next spa date. We had such a pleasant encounter with the receptionist, Nicole, from the moment we walked in and were placed with 2 masseuses who were top-tier and gifted with the art of touch. Our couples massage was beyond rejuvenating and serene for each of us and we were truly able to decompress (and leave a lot of muscle knots behind on the table)! We both left feeling SO much lighter, connected within our bodies and to each other, and grateful we accepted the offer to give Unwind another chance. I am so impressed with the level of intention and care that the owner, Antonio, has displayed in making sure that we were in the absolute best hands the second time around. He was very apologetic that we had an off day on our first visit and really turned things a total 180. It's evident that he is passionate about his business, is extremely detail-oriented (the decor is GORGEOUS!), and has strived to exceed the 5-star reputation his establishment deserves. In a world where self-care tends to be an afterthought or a treat, I'm feeling inspired to carve out time to visit Unwind Wellness on a regular basis. I'm so glad I found the right match (and might have to gatekeep my masseuse's name because she is THAT good)!

I've been to Unwind Wellness several times now, and it has quickly become one of my favorite places…read morefor bodywork in DC. If you're looking for massage therapists who actually do real work, this is the place. I've seen both Helen and Heajin, and they are exceptional in different but complementary ways. Helen is incredible for deep tissue, especially hip work. She goes deep, she's effective, and she is not afraid to work through tension. This is not a light, spa-style massage. It's therapeutic, intentional, and results-driven. Exactly what I want. Heajin specializes in Thai and lymphatic massage, and she is phenomenal. Thai massage is more like assisted stretching, and she incorporates it beautifully. She also took time to explain lymphatic flow, gave me tips on how to support it at home, and clearly cares about long-term wellbeing, not just the session itself. One thing to note: at Unwind, therapists may get on the table with you, especially for Thai or deep tissue work. That's part of the technique and something to be aware of if you're new to that style, but for me it speaks to how seriously they take proper body mechanics and effectiveness. The space is calm, professional, and welcoming, and the level of skill here is outstanding. If you want thoughtful, strong, therapeutic massage from practitioners who really know the body, I highly recommend Unwind.

May 2024 My first…read moreappointment, massage at Massage Escape Spa. For relevance, I have had approximate 40-60 massages in numerous places/businesses. Today was a 90 minute Sport massage. I arrived a little early and was escorted upstairs to an appropriate private room. The massous was an Asian female. She was very pleasant and we managed with her lack of English. This was a straight-forward no pre-interview type of situation which was fine since I had no need to relate any medical or other historical information. The massage was very good quality and covered all the areas required for an athletic type body and body areas. There was some minor stretching done and it was apparent the massous was capable and knowledgeable of appropriate pressures and anatomy. I was very pleased with quality and price. I will return. End.

Highly recommend this massage spa. Sophia / Sofia she is…read moreamazing, does really good massage. The techniques used were both therapeutic and relaxing, leaving me feeling rejuvenated and stress-free. I got 90 min totally worth it!

Just finished an AMAZING massage here at Your Classic Massage aka Healing Touch. I booked it on…read moreclass pass because I had a bunch of credits that I needed to use and needed one so badly. It's a hole in the wall- easy to miss spot- no frills. If you are looking for a steam room go elsewhere. I did the European Massage with Valerie which was a combination of hot stone, traditional massage, and Thai stretching... and like magic I think? Really amazing- can't recommend enough! I can see myself becoming a regular here for certain

Part of me doesn't want to post this review for fear Valerie will become so popular that I will not…read moreget regular appointments with her! While I only just had my first-ever massage with Valerie at Healing Touch (in Northwest DC), it is definitely not my last. I've had a lot - and I mean a lot - of massages in my life and literally in different cities, states and even countries. And I've had a lot of back pain to boot (so bad it required surgery at one point). I walked out of Valerie's massage studio feeling like a very relaxed, flexible, happy rag doll. She is amazing. She has some different options for massages and I needed some deep tissue work. Never have I had just one massage from someone and felt this much better! Imagine what she can accomplish in regular sessions!

This was one of my many birthday treats organized by my boyfriend and boy was it a delightful one!…read more Staff- AMAZING! They were so friendly and celebrated my birthday upon walk in Facility- clean and the decor of choice created an immediate relaxing vibes. My massage therapist was Sogbe (hope I spelled it correctly) and boy was she EXCELLENT! She understood my medical needs and took her time to provide great services. I cannot wait to visit again!!!! It's a oasis on 14 street

The spa itself is fine. No frills. Clean. The rooms are quiet enough. The bathrooms are very…read moreclean. I booked a couples massage. I booked the appointment online and put down the necessary deposit. They were running a special for the month of January- 10% off during weekdays and it included aromatherapy. The 10% off did not automatically apply and I'm pretty sure I didn't get the discount. Parking- street parking if available. We lucked up and got a spot right in front of the spa. No paying a meter was required. My massage therapist was Mike and my husband's massage therapist was Kimberly. The couple's room was tight so I could feel, see and hear every time my husband's therapist talked to him or when she moved. My husband felt that Kimberly just couldn't get the pressure right even though she asked. He also felt like she took a break after every touch so there was awkwardly long waiting periods. He said her touch was often too soft even though he told her the pressure wasn't enough. She was pleasant; notwithstanding, she just wasn't the right therapist for him. Mike also asked me once about the pressure and at the time, it was okay. As the massage went on, it became uncomfortable. In all fairness, I should've spoken up. The elbow and forearm down the back and around the shoulders was the most painful. We got the massages on Monday morning and I'm still in pain on Wednesday. This is the first time I've asked for a male massage therapist and boy could I tell the difference. The pressure alone was intense. The best part was the scalp rub and the lavender scent (although there was something mid-massage that smelled like mildew). When asked what areas of focus before starting, I mentioned that I wanted my mid-back and arms focused on because I have carpal tunnel. Those areas weren't paid any special attention--they were simply apart of the regularly scheduled program - upper left, then upper right, then lower left, the lower right, then flip and repeat and end with scalp. This was the process for both my husband and I though he was flipped front a lot sooner than I was. Overall, I wouldn't mind returning if I'm in the area and trying another therapist.

Overpriced for the service you get…read more They know what they're doing however there are better places

I woke up on my birthday, a Thursday morning, and realized I wanted a massage. I looked at massage…read moreparlors near me and found Wat Massage. I called around 9:30, asked for availability, and they were able to take me at 12:30. I get there, got dropped off around the corner, called and said I was lost, and the very nice man at the front desk came outside to help me find them. Great customer service! I wish I remembered his name. When I got in, I filled out the form, and was greeted by my masseuse, who I think was named Evelyn. I am sometimes skeptical when smaller masseuses do deep tissue but Evelyn really got to the knots. I was trying to fight sleep the whole massage. When I go back, I will definitely ask for her again! When I got out of the massage, I had water and a coupon to the Cakeroom bakery waiting for me. This was such a nice treat and an amazing way to enter year 29. Thank you Wat Massage, I'll definitely be back!

This lovely business came through for me on short notice and created custom spa gifts for my entire…read morestaff with oils and stones. Leah was wonderful to work with and the spa is clean and an oasis for wellness related services.

I've tried to find a massage that I liked around DC, and this was the first location to really hit…read morethe nail on the head. Kristyn was fantastic -- she listened to my goals for the session and followed through. In contrast to some other experiences I've had, she made sure to check in with me throughout the session, which I particularly appreciated. The location itself is located on the second floor, up a flight of stairs to enter. The lobby functions both to check in customers as well as a small shop for DIY aromatherapy, candles, soaps, etc.

Had a really nice massage. Emily helped me decide which massage would be best for me. Definitely…read morewill return.

Marvelous massage from Albert. Strong hands, responsive to requests, very professional. Plus…read morefabulous facial from Karla. Left my skin soft and glowing. Definitely returning. My favorite place for services.

I recently visited Rita Elsner at the University of Maryland Health Center for my very first…read moremassage therapy session and it was absolutely wonderful. She made me feel completely at ease from the moment I arrived and the massage itself was both deeply comfortable and relaxing. I left feeling rejuvenated and calm. Looking forward to going back when the fall semester starts. Highly recommend Rita to anyone looking for top notch care.

Today was my first appointment with Rita for massage therapy. Her bedside manner is excellent, her…read moremassage techniques brought much needed relief to the muscle spasms in my neck, (deep tissue) shoulders and back. I have been to massage therapy sessions in many states and have never encountered the experience she displayed. She went above and beyond so that I would get the most out of my session and I walked out feeling 100% better. I will continue to book appointments with Rita. Thank you so much!!!

my friend booked a 50 min couples massage for her birthday and invited to come with her. this is…read moreonly the second time I've gotten a professional massage and it was excellent! not to mention the pricing was very reasonable compared to the place i went to the first time. will be recommending to all our friends and definitely will come back!

We tried out ZY Meridian Massage spa for a full body / foot massage combo & a foot focused massage…read more The location was convenient so we were hopeful this would be a regular spot for us. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the service & communication between ourselves and the staff. The staff was out at lunch when we arrived so we had to wait - which was okay. The staff member instructed me into the room for the full body massage, I prepared for the massage and laid on the bed for a few minutes. The staff member came into the room loudly talking on the phone and after a few minutes told me to get dressed and that we would start with the foot massage portion. Unfortunately, this didn't make for a very relaxing experience! The massages were fine - the pressure was a bit strong for my preferences. I wish this was a more relaxing experience! The prices were reasonable.

Tancredi is a skilled massage therapist who also is trained in scar massage, aka myofascial…read morerelease. My leg injuries are extensive and require medical-level expertise, which he has in spaces. The space is quiet and restful, and an easy, 5-minute walk from Dupont Circle metro.

I have been seeing both Audrey and Tancredi for the past year and their work is amazing. Both do a…read moregreat job in listening to their clients and working on problem areas. I travel a LOT, and I try to book an appointment with one of them as soon as I return from a trip to unwind and destress.