I wanted to gatekeep this place because they are already busy as it is but it would definitely be a…read moredisservice to them and potential customers. This has become our favorite go-to spot. The staff always come in clutch in popping those knots when needed. You tell them or they ask you which part you need more focus on and they will deliver. They are very friendly, welcoming and super respectful. They are experienced and knowledgeable and they know their stuff. My husband and I would always get deep tissue massages and they are the best! The place is clean and organized and so relaxingggg (other spots are always too loud / chaotic lol). Highly recommend this place for relaxation, stress and pain relief.

My first time coming and it was a cute salon. The massage I received isn't what I was expecting but…read moreit was relaxing. I do wish there was more of a focus on getting knots out but atleast was relaxing.

They have really good masseuses here at this place. John and Judy are both excellent and listens to…read morewhat is needed to be worked on. We will be definitely be back here.

Although it was a ,"good massage " Here is why my husband…read moreand I won't come back. The lady in the front was insisting on a higher tip than five dollars ... she literally was like ?!? Only $5 tip ?! But both of you got a massage ?! So my husband felt obligated to tip more. We were so rushed that he accidentally gave more than what we wanted . Also the man that was giving me a massage literally had his phone go off and on loud ... then proceeded to answer the call and give someone a full on reservation while I was getting a half assed massage with one of his hands. Not professional at all . This massage was supposed to be relaxing .... ... if you want to get ripped off , lack of stress relief and still get insisted to leave money while you had a bad massage experience... book here .

Giving this place a 4.5 ! I received a 60 minute deep tissue couples massage. Linda gave me and…read moremassage, and omg she's so damn strong lol. What also stood out to me was that after the massage they used hot rocks, and stretched your body out. Bathrooms were also clean, as well as the rest of the place. I'll definitely be back!

Upon arrival, we were greeted with big smiles and were quickly shown to our rooms. The place is…read moretidy, cozy, and perfectly dim to set the mood. Angela took care of me! I asked for a deep tissue and boy did I get it ! Her forceful strokes really workout my stubborn knots. It felt incredible. My bestie got a deep tissue from Young and he just raved about how great she was! He reported back that her firm and deep strokes were the good kind of hurt. We both agreed that after the ladies truly went deep in order to release muscle tension the hot stones were the cherry on top. Overall, such a soothing experience, we are relaxed and so ready to enjoy Thanksgiving break with family and friends.

This is a great little massage spot--simple, no-frills, but very effective. I was helped by Mona,…read moreand she focused on my lower back and legs after hours of driving. She did an amazing job--really worked out the tension without it feeling rushed. I left feeling completely relaxed, and it honestly made the rest of my drive so much more comfortable. If you're on a long road trip and need a reset, this is a solid stop. I'd definitely come back.

I recently came in for an hour massage. I booked my appointment with John and he was great! Amazing…read morecustomer service and very reasonable price.

Great choices for a relaxing spa day. Valentine's Day with a close friend included a facial,…read moremassage and finished with a pedicure. Very personable staff.

Love this place. Amazing atmosphere. Love the people. Terms of packages are understandable!read more

In my opinion best massage location in Bakersfield and I've been to quite a few, there's only one…read moreother that can compare however the massage therapist here are very friendly and ask what is bothering you and focus mostly on that to allow you the best experience. The gentleman at the front desk is running that place better than most people I've seen run a massage therapy business. He even takes text messages up into a certain part of the evening after the business is closed to try to fit you in and knows what his opens are within 5 to 10 minutes of you texting them. I would love to gate keep this place to myself but I know that they don't need my endorsement for the great things that happen here. Though I won't gate keep the location I will gate keep my therapist (for now) However if I know you personally message me and I'll tell you who she is.. Overall the only place I'll be going to in 2026 unless something changes.

I really wanted to leave a fully positive review because I genuinely enjoyed my massage. The…read moreenvironment was incredibly calming, and my masseuse, Karen, was wonderful. Unfortunately, the experience at checkout completely changed how I felt leaving. When I booked over the phone, I specifically stated that I would be using a gift certificate. Nothing was disclosed at that time about an additional charge. After my massage, I was told I owed an extra $10 because of the age of my gift certificate. I questioned the charge, and ultimately I was not charged the additional $10, but only after I pushed back and questioned why I owed anything at all. The certificate was purchased in December 2024 and states "4x massages," not a dollar amount to be applied toward massages. Hands of Joy has also not increased its massage prices since the certificate was purchased. What concerned me even more was that after I questioned the charge, additional wording was handwritten onto my gift certificate that had not been there when it was originally purchased or given to me. I will be attaching a photo of the certificate for transparency. Terms added after a gift certificate has already been purchased are obviously not terms the purchaser could have agreed to at the time of purchase. I am away for school for months at a time, so naturally it can take me longer to use a multi-massage gift certificate. Being made to feel as though that was somehow an issue, especially over a gift that had already been paid for, took me from feeling completely relaxed to feeling frustrated and belittled. My biggest concern is for customers who may simply pay an unexpected charge without questioning it. California has specific protections surrounding purchased gift certificates, including restrictions on expiration dates and service fees. I would encourage anyone using an older gift certificate anywhere to understand its original terms and ask questions before paying an unexpected additional fee. Karen and the massage itself were wonderful, and I genuinely wish that had been the entirety of my experience. Unfortunately, the way the gift certificate was handled at checkout, and having wording added to it afterward, left a disappointing impression.

We absolutely love coming to this place! Lilly is a great masseuse and always manages to give us…read moregreat customer service. Definitely coming back!

My wife purchased gift cards for me as a birthday gift. Three card, one hour massages, she paid…read moreLilly $160 cash. I was able to use only ONE card. Other times when I would try to make an appointment to use the other two cards she was "busy". One time she did "allow" me to make an appointment. As I was driving over for the pre-paid appointment, she called me back. At Mohawk and Rosedale she canceled my appointment and told me that she had another prior appointment for my timeslot. Buyer beware, once Lilly has money up front you may not get the massages that were paid for. Such a scandalous transaction with this lady!! Shady rip off perpetrated on me and my wife!!

Came here for the first time after being recommended by a friend. Service was quick and…read moreprofessional. I got the 60 minute full body massage and it was great!

THIS is the PLACE to come if you ever experience a 'MAY DAY' (cry for help) in your life! These…read moremassage therapists are highly skilled, and truly care about the comfort, safety, and health of their clients. We've been patronizing this business for quite some time now, and always are extremely pleased at how we feel after our massage therapies. Ever have a horrible, sleepless night due to overworked, worry, unexpected stress in your life? Well, not to worry, here you'll fall into a blissful sleep in no time leaving refreshed. If I could rate this business any higher - I would - and with GOLD STARS (like the kind I used to get as a kid when I did something great at school which would make my heart soar!) It's just amazing. Try it for yourself and see! Guarantee, they will rescue you from any 'MAY DAY' (cry for help) that comes your way...