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    Mokara Spa

    4.2 (52 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Updated 3 months ago

    Services - Mokara Spa

    Massage

    Deep tissue massage

    Hot stone massage

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    Reflexology massage

    Swedish massage

    Therapeutic massage

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    Stella F.

    I've done many a massage and few facials but this was my first *spa* experience and May I say I'm hooked! They have an awesome Thursday special which includes a glass of champs, a 50 minute massage, and a quick facial for $135 (+ auto gratuity for total $167). You can also enjoy their other spa amenities. I had a 2PM appointment and arrived early. The spa is inside the Omni hotel and they validate parking in the hotel deck. I was immediately greeted and filled out my questionnaire before being escorted to the locker room where they have thick comfy robes and nice slippers for you to wear. I was brought my glass of champagne and awkwardly was drinking it in the locker room bacuse I didn't realize there was a whole relaxation room on the other side. Once informed I moseyed over to the relaxation room which has 3 private napping pods with plush blankets and ole seating. There is bottled and flavored fountain water available. My masseuse called my name and we discussed my pressure preference before starting my massage. I'm usually a deep tissue girl and this was my first Swedish massage. While lovely, I prefer deep tissue. I also wasn't a fan of the fact that the face mask was out in during my massage. I think it would be better to have it placed after my massage and have a few more minutes to just relax with it. But my masseuse Evelyn was awesome and I'd request her again. I then went back out to the relaxation room and had a cup of tea and a little nap in a pod. After I went back to the locker room where the one person sauna and jacuzzi are. I loved the sauna. It was pretty dry but I could adjust the heat to my presence. I only stuck my feet I. The jacuzzi since I forgot my bathing suit. I spent 3.5 hours there in total and would definitely return.

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    Tatum B.

    This spa was phenomenal! I received a signature Mokara massage, that came with a free under eye mask and glass of champagne while I waited!! The spa was clean and relaxing, and every person I met was incredible kind! Will definitely be returning again!!

    Inside the women's locker room. It's equipped with a dry sauna, mini jacuzzi, shower, and restroom.
    Shavonda S.

    Perfect way to spend my birthday! This place is just absolutely amazing! I went here for a massage on my bday and had the most awesome experience. Not only is everyone super nice/friendly, but at the end of the massage they gave me a birthday card with sweet messages signed by the entire team coupled with a lovely candle. The ambiance, relaxation room, sweets, and mimosas/drinks were just heavenly and the fact that you get to pick your own aromatherapy scent was just the icing on the cake. I am so glad I chose to come here for my special day and will definitely be back. Kudos to operating a superb spa, Mokara!

    Awesome experience. Thanks "Mokara Dpa Team"!
    Mark S.

    15th year wedding anniversary celebrated at the Omni. The hotel staff treated us like family. Left personal note from the room manager and a complimentary tiramisu in the room. Separate review on that.... This on site spa is class-A. Polite and attentive staff. Punctual and sincerely interested in the client. We did 90 minute couples massage and treated like royalty. All necessary toiletries are provided down to a toothbrush and personal razor. Feeling like a noodle we were so relaxed, we left the reception area after thanking them for their service. The receptionist said, "Mr. Speed, wait. We have a card for you". See photo. Over the top Team Mokara!! We'll be back.

    Dominique K.

    Wonderful!!! This was a treat and it was beyond relaxing!! You kinda like your in your own oasis being pampered. There are drinks and sweet treats to help relax you more. The facial and the massages here are among the best. The robes are plush and so comfortable, I can't say enough about this place. Very nice.

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    Ask the Community - Mokara Spa

    Is there a steam room and/or dry sauna? Is the heated pool area large enough for several people?

    Yes. It is great!!

    Is there anything couples can do together other than the massage room? As in, lounging area, sauna, etc?

    The lounge seats multiple areas but is a quiet space. The jacuzzi and sauna are in the gendered locker rooms so if you're a same sex couple then yes.

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    Review Highlights - Mokara Spa

    The locker rooms still offer all the great amenities and even my favorite therapist, Annie was there to do my massage!

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    milk + honey | River Oaks

    milk + honey | River Oaks

    4.4
    (709 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$$
    Luxury
    Certified professionals

    From the moment I walked in, the experience was absolutely wonderful. The staff was incredible from…read moredoor to door -- welcoming, attentive, and truly focused on customer experience. Every detail felt intentional and relaxing. The treatments were even better than expected, and Ashleigh, my masseuse, has angel hands. One of the best massages I've ever had. I left feeling completely relaxed and refreshed. I cannot recommend this spa enough -- I will absolutely be back.

    This spa is beautifully decorated with many amenities to make it a relaxing experience. There are…read morelarge waiting areas in different areas that are decorated in calm, neutral colors with plenty of seating. Light snacks, like cranberries and nuts are provided along with hot tea options, and citrus flavored water. The space is very nice. There are locker rooms with plush spa robes and complementary slippers. The locker room has two steam showers if you want to wash yourself after your massage. They also provide hair products to try as well as a Dyson hair dryer. I was definitely very impressed with the luxurious feel of the spa, however, was turned off by the receptionist who checked me in - her robotic, transactional nature was starkly juxtaposed against the warmth of the spa. I noticed she was the same with all customers so it wasn't personal but interaction with her was unsettling. I booked the 60min signature hydrafacial and the esthetician was welcoming and willingly customized my facial based on my requests. No major issues encountered but I noticed we started 10 minutes late and ended 10 minutes early so I thought marketing it as a 60min experience was a bit misleading. Also note the 60min Signature Hydrafacial does not include any hand/neck massages nor boosters nor light therapy so the $285 price was much more expensive than my usual spa. I will not return for another facial but may try massage in the future. We also booked pedicures and again the space is beautiful!! We were given a palette to select colors and the ladies were extremely friendly! My toes came out adorable! I found the seating to be very uncomfortable for a short person despite many pillows placed behind me for support so I honestly struggled to enjoy the experience but the space was very nicely decorated and clean looking. We were offered tea and snacks at the beginning as well. Overall, this was a very nice spa. I found it fairly expensive and overpriced, but I recognize beautiful spaces have a cost and that's what I should've expected in the River Oaks area. There is complementary validated parking!

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    milk + honey | River Oaks
    Looking down the stairs to the first-floor entry.
    Looking down the stairs to the first-floor entry.
    The view from our shampoo area.

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    The view from our shampoo area.
    Panacea Massage & Med Spa

    Panacea Massage & Med Spa

    4.3
    (179 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    I had another great massage from Lesvy at Panacea Massage. Comfortable room, easy music, hot…read morestones and new stretching moves that cracked my lower back. The oil they used is really good for dry skin. I'll be back soon.

    I booked a couples massage and a Brazilian wax during my visit. I want to be fair in this review…read morebecause the massage was genuinely amazing. It was relaxing, calm, and the pressure was actually perfect for the tightness in my back. Me and my partner really enjoyed that part of the experience. The wax service is where I had a different experience. I'm used to getting waxed regularly and haven't had issues in the past. I booked a Brazilian wax, and while the technician was nice, the service didn't go well for me personally. She went over the same areas multiple times, and it got to the point where my skin became very irritated. In one area, the wax caused my skin to lift and I did bleed, which has never happened to me before. She mentioned I may be sensitive, which I understand, but even so, I've never experienced that level of irritation or skin being pulled before. I also still had patches of hair left afterward, so I didn't feel the service was fully completed the way I expected. She did discount $10 from the service, but I still left feeling like the experience wasn't what I paid for or expected. The place itself is nice and the staff were polite, and I don't want this to come off as bashing anyone. I'm just sharing my personal experience so others are aware. Overall, I would return for the massage, but I personally would not get the waxing service again.

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    Panacea Massage & Med Spa
    Bachelorette Party
    Bachelorette Party
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    Hammam Spa

    Hammam Spa

    4.6
    (189 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    My partner and I came in for the Valentine's package, which included the steam room, hammam,…read morefacial, shampoo, and body mask. This was our first time doing a hammam and we were thoroughly impressed. The staff were very warm and professional from the moment we entered and the facilities were clean and welcoming. Our masseuses, Jessica and Alicia, were firm but gentle, making sure that every part of our bodies were treated with care. Our experience ended with some delicious Moroccan tea and baklava treats. Our skin felt so smooth and we felt so refreshed afterwards. It was a unique experience different from any other massage we've had before. Would definitely consider coming back and recommend to anyone looking to try a new type of massage!

    TLDR: Yes, yes. A thousand times, yes…read more In advance of our trip to Houston, I started watching food reviewers to get ideas of where to eat. That shifted my IG algorithm to include things to do...and I've never been happier. I saw a video depicting their Hammam treatment where you hang out in steam, they soap you up, and then exfoliate you. Never done it, asked the wife, and I booked it. Glad we did, phenomenal experience. Detailed step by step of our experience to help the uninitiated know what to expect. 1. Online booking. Simple, fast, requires 20% deposit. 10/10. 2. Confirmation text to check if I needed to reschedule. 10/10. 3. We arrived 10 minutes early. Front door was locked but the desk attendant let us in quickly and relocked the door. Considering the level of undress we were about to be in, 100% on board with that. 10/10. 4. Check in and sit in these awesome high-back padded chairs while we wait. 10/10. 5. Quickly greeted by the staff who will be providing our treatment and led to a small changing room. There they instruct us to strip down and put on disposable underwear, a nice robe, and slide on sandals. I'm a big guy, so they switched out the 3 items for bigger versions. I was happily surprised they had a 4XL robe and sandals to fit my size 16 feet. The paper underwear was made of the same material as a dentist bib/disposable surgical gown, and covered what boxers would cover-down to mid/lower thigh. Wife's paper undies were more like a string bikini bottom. We were not quite sure what to expect, but it provided for an appropriate level of modesty. The room contained multiple lockers with keys so that we were able to secure our belongings. 10/10. 6. We were then led to a steamy room, removed our robes, and carefully helped up onto the padded platforms. Once seated we were rinsed with warm water and soaped up. Then they got us bottled water (cold or room temperature, our choice) and left us to steam in the the 103°F room. Sweat, sweat, sweat. They checked in a couple of times to make sure we were okay, which I appreciated. That steam was no joke. 10/10. 7. After maybe 10-15 minutes, we moved into another room that looked identical, rubber mats on elevated platforms. But this time we laid down and the treatments started. Warm water poured over body, light scrubbing of face, and some treatment painted on my face. Then it was really same thing over and over with different parts of the body. Pour water, scrub with the mits, and exfoliate years of dead skin. Years. 10/10. 8. The women who provided our treatments were great, social in response to our talking but not trying to talk the whole time. Gotta love that with any kind of spa treatment, let the client decide the talking level. At some point, she rinsed off the face treatment and scrubbed my face a little more. 10/10. 9. So they keep doing their thing, having us move arms, tilt neck, roll on side, etc., so that they can get to all of our parts. We'll, most. Going back to the distinct differences in our disposable underwear, wife got way more of her upper legs/buttocks scrubbed. My scrubbing stopped just above the knee and resumed above the waste. And honestly, I get why-guys can be/are creeps. It did leave, however, a large area of me unexfoliated. 9/10. 10. After that, had us sit up, more water pouring to rinse off the dead skin and touching up spots that needed a little more scrubbing. Once rinsed and cleaned, got a scalp treatment/shampooing. Nice touch. 10/10. 11. They helped us put our robes back on and we were led to our changing room were they did a rose water spritz and argon oil serum face treatment. We were then left alone to get dressed. 10/10. 12. Ended the experience in the Tea Room where we enjoyed wonderful hot Moroccan tea and some baklava. What a wonderful treat! Thanks for reading my novel. Hopefully it covered questions you might have if you have never had this experience before. We thought it was fantastic, and it is going on our growing list of "must-dos" when visiting Houston.

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    Absolutely blissed out after our scrub. I had the best nap after.
    Absolutely blissed out after our scrub. I had the best nap after.
    Delicious Moroccan tea and snacks after the hammam
    Delicious Moroccan tea and snacks after the hammam
    Baklava and Moroccan Green Tea‼

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    Gangnam Spa

    Gangnam Spa

    3.5
    (316 reviews)
    12.3 mi
    $$

    Took advantage of the opportunity to relax a little bit in a Sunday afternoon. Call it a recovery…read moreday from working out or call it just a mental santity break to kick off the week. This is a great place to do either. The first hour and a half in the men's area rotating between the steam room, sauna hot tub and cold plunge, losing track of the time and just soaking it. The sauna and the steam room each held around 5 to 7 people, respectively. Fortunately I didn't need to push the capacity limits since the crowd was extremely light, especially for for a weekend. I strolled around and checked out the other rooms and the bulgama room was scorching hot, in the best possible way. Broken up into two different dome spaces - one hot and the other extremely hot with a fireplace- that had the cozy smell of burning wood. A fantastic sensory experience. I popped by the restaurant and the Bulgogi stew was delicious. Prices were comparable to being outside of the spa, and the quality was just as good. The food came out piping hot with a little kimchi and some potatoes and a small bowl of rice on the side. I have been to more than a handful of Korean Spas and the features that make this one stand out are: Clean smells- sounds strange to have to say this but Gangnam was clean but didn't smell like cleaning products. Each space had a unique scent based on the desired effect - cedar, burning wood, eucalyptus, etc. Comfortable uniforms - woven, soft terry cloth sets that breathed well and were easy to move in. Unique experiences in small niches- hand spa to massage your hands, foot spa with a pebble bottomed pool, plenty of lounge spaces, vibrating plates for muscle activation or relaxation, I honestly didn't have time to do it all. The staff = top notch. Friendly front desk crew gave a great first impression. The superstar was the gal who helped me decide on a tasty dish in the restaurant, providing great descriptions for all of the choices. After 4 full hours, I needed to go to my next meeting and had to leave. Nevertheless I left feeling relaxed and satisfied. Verdict: Check it out but be sure to give yourself at least 4 hours.

    I visited Gangnam Spa with my fiancé expecting a calm, restorative experience. The facility is…read moreclean, the staff is professional, and the treatments themselves are excellent. FIVE STARS! And this is why the rating drops to THREE STARS However, the spa's current approach to cell phone use raises serious privacy and safety concerns. Multiple guests were openly using their phones in treatment areas and even inside the locker rooms -- including taking photos and videos in spaces where individuals are undressed. Locker rooms are universally recognized as places where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy, and recording in these areas can violate that expectation, regardless of intent. Allowing phones in environments where guests are changing creates a real risk of non‑consensual photography or video, which can have legal implications and exposes patrons to harm. Businesses that operate locker rooms and similar facilities typically have a duty of care to protect guests from exactly this type of privacy intrusion. I strongly encourage the spa to implement and enforce a comprehensive no‑phone policy throughout all treatment and locker room areas. A spa should be a place where guests feel safe, respected, and able to relax without worrying about being filmed or photographed in private spaces. PLEASE KEEP this SPA classy, with privacy rules and keep the ghetto out the door!

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    Pink cheeks... and 3.5 hours later, we're done!
    Pink cheeks... and 3.5 hours later, we're done!
    Restaurant
    Restaurant
    Gangnam Spa

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    Blossom Massage Urban Spa & Retreat

    Blossom Massage Urban Spa & Retreat

    4.7
    (191 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    There aren't many ITL Houston spas--that aren't ridiculously priced--with an outdoor pool, hot tub,…read moreand sauna. Blossom Massage has all those, and has been around for a decade-plus with a great reputation. Dunno WHAT took me so long to check them out, but I recently bought a couples massage (which included all-day pool access) as a Christmas gift for my beau. We planned on getting there an hour before our massage to enjoy the hot tub (they requested that we call ahead to let them know and get the heat going). Our massage started promptly on time, and we both opted for deep tissue. I had Deanne, who specializes in Swedish and deep tissue massage (according to her bio on the website)... and let me say she has some STRONG hands. She found all my tension and pain-points and loosened me up. I was honestly a bit sore for days, but in a good way. A great reminder I need to take care of my body post workouts and after long days at the desk... My biggest feedback for them would be to have more info on their website about the pool access and what's offered (towels, robes) and how long we have pool access (it's all day, btw). Before booking, I had to call to get that info; it's be more convenient to add all of that info to their FAQ page. They also allow you to bring snackies, so I brought a fruit, cheese, and tinned fish spread. Also, wondering if they had hot tea service. That's always a nice touch post-massage. Looking forward to booking again!

    1st time visiting today. Upon arrival we were greeted by front desk. very polite very welcoming!!…read moreEscorted to waiting area my therapist Areli came to get me. We went back to the room her voice is so soft and polite. I revvd instructions and she took me away like Calgon!! asked what I was looking to recv from my massage I just sd I want to relax. She went above and beyond to assure I was good. The pool access, the changing rooms, the shower all parts of the Urban Blossom was clean and inviting. I am most definitely going back.

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    A relaxing sound bath can be added after a massage.
    A relaxing sound bath can be added after a massage.
    Restroom at the front area
    Restroom at the front area
    One of the spa rooms

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    One of the spa rooms
    Spa World Houston

    Spa World Houston

    3.7
    (254 reviews)
    16.5 mi
    $$

    I wanted to pamper myself on my birthday, so I decided to spend a couple of hours at Spa World…read more Upon walking in, you place your shoes in one of the lockers. Make sure to take the key with you because when you check in, the staff gives you a bracelet in exchange for the key. Don't forget to wear this bracelet everywhere you go in the facility. It serves as the key to your main locker, and you also use it to pay for services and food. I highly recommend purchasing your admission ticket through Groupon because I was able to save about $10. Also, be sure to book any services you want a few days in advance. After checking in at the front desk, I stored all of my items in the locker room. You don't need to bring your wallet with you because, again, you pay for everything using your bracelet. I booked the Scrub Plus service, and it was amazing! It has been several days, and my skin is still very soft and supple. For this service, you will need to soak in the bath for about 30 minutes beforehand. After the scrub, I changed into the spa uniform provided and explored the facility. They offer a variety of sauna rooms, and my favorite was the Yellow Ocher Clay Room. I also ended up ordering tteokbokki and sikhye at the food court. The food is a little pricey, but it was delicious. Overall, I had an enjoyable birthday at Spa World. I will definitely be coming back!

    Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary to spend the first half of the day. We had…read moregone to one of these giant spa places years ago and wanted to return but couldn't remember the name or the location. We thought this might be it. Unless you're buying add-ons, the place is mostly saunas, one cold room, and the gender specific bath houses. We walked around the whole place but couldn't find the outside terrace area, even after consulting a map of the place. The ocher bead sauna was my fav. The fire room is unbearably hot. They don't allow shoes in the spa areas but I think they need to make an exception for that room. They have rugs all over the floor and layered ontop of each other in there and it still doesn't make a difference. I became stuck in there because the floor was so hot it was burning my feet. I was standing on a super thin towel I brought in with me. I had to call for my husband to bring me another towel so I could make a makeshift pathway to the door so I could get out. Consider yourself warned. It feels in there what I assume being on fire might feel like at its beginning stages. The food looked nice but some of it was wildly expensive. $8-9 for one coffee? $4-6 for a hot tea? Ehh, I passed. I enjoyed the bath house/locker room area. The showers were nice, lots of diff pools to chose from that each served different purposes, the wrap around mirrors, body lotion, hair dryers, etc... it was great! They even had attendants in there where you could buy items or services from them. I saw many girls buying face masks. It was very zen in there. I spent a solid amount of time in there getting ready bc I had a fancy dinner with my husband afterwards so I used all the space and amenities to get ready :) Oh forgot to mention - check Groupon. We got our tickets at a discounted rate. Front desk ppl were nice and explained things thoroughly and easily.

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    Veggie Hot Stone Bowl
    Veggie Hot Stone Bowl
    Dining in sitting area
    Dining in sitting area
    Toward the relaxation room rooms

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    Toward the relaxation room rooms
    Woodhouse Spa - Vintage

    Woodhouse Spa - Vintage

    4.3
    (143 reviews)
    17.6 mi
    $$

    The experience was great at this spa. I booked in advance online and opted for the rejuvenating…read morepedicure. I had a gift card and wanted to use it. They confirmed the week before and again the day before. When I arrived I was taken to the dressing room and given a robe and slippers. I went to the quiet room while I waited on my technician. The quiet room was nice, I got champagne while I waited. My tech came right on time and had I thought about it, I would have arrived a little earlier to relax more. The pedicure was nice but quick, an hour, which is standard but the price was $101 before any tips. Just for the pedicure. No other services. Nice spa but too expensive for my tastes. A full day or multiple services would cost over $200. They also had a full selection of skin care items, hats and jewelry.

    The pumpkin mani and pedi promo kept calling my name so I had to try them…read more You fill out a waiver as you would with massages so I was a little confused on what to expect. Then they give the option to slip a robe on and start you off with a complimentary drink ina waiting room to make me more curious. I chose mimosas and they were delightful. Got called just like you would a massage and I was taken in a room full of nail massage chairs like a normal nail salon but it was just me and the nail tech and she was super sweet! The chair did not have any pressure style options. Just taps which was a bummer. She did both the pedi and mani so you want to expect you'll be in there a while which I was told ahead of time which was nice so I could make sure I had that time (2 hours). Now, it wasn't a big massage style but the company made up for it and my nails turned out beautiful. She made sure to layer the nail polish to help keep them on longer. Definitely different from a typical nail salon but I definitely don't knock it and would come back again.

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    Woodhouse Spa - Vintage
    Woodhouse Spa - Vintage
    Woodhouse Spa - Vintage

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