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    RAFA Sauna Lounge

    4.4 (39 reviews)
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    Deep tissue massage

    Hot stone massage

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    Clarissa F.

    Sunday was International Women's Day and Rafa Sauna Lounge was having a women's event. This was a perfect opportunity to check it out. It was also a plus that there were little added bonuses for the day. Pink drink, mouse cake and a face mask. Location was interesting, not so luxe. But I love the serenity of the interior. Walking in was very calm and spa-like with simplicity decor and essential oils in the air. I thought it would be bigger but the intimate size was good for the day. Very luxe bathroom and locker area with spa-like products for customers to use. My mom was my guest because she loves saunas and detoxing, like me. We planned our time for each sauna because your allotted 2hrs for your entire spa experience. We were given very cushy slippers, a robe, a towel, and a wrist band to use on their monitor for additional menu items. (ie: hot tea, pressed juice, or smoothies.) I loved all the saunas: dry sauna, vapor sauna, steam and artic chamber. The Still Room was also awesome. Just enough quiet and darkness, that I almost fell asleep completely. Staff was super helpful and patient. Very sweet young ladies and gentleman who were able to answer all our questions. They promptly served us our pink drink and mouse cake when we were ready to order. Our time there was great. I'm not sure how I feel about it being co-ed because I felt more relaxed with other women around. I'm hoping owners consider more days out of the year just for women

    Cassandra B.

    I came here for a birthday party, and let me just say it was a great time! They have a list of recommended steps to follow for all of the wellness areas. I followed it for the most part... lol, once I actually noticed it. I started off in the wellness spa area (I believe that's what it's called) next to the cold plunge. I went into the sauna, the steam room, and the Arctic room, and we also purchased green tea. Everything was amazing, and the experience was very relaxing. I can't wait to come back!

    Anastasia C.

    Visited Rafa Sauna Lounge on their very first day of opening with a friend and wanted to share an honest, fair review. Aesthetically, the space is very beautiful. The attention to detail in the design is clear and thoughtfully done. Visually, it absolutely delivers. That said, the overall experience felt less luxurious than expected. Upon arrival, the check-in area was quite crowded and took about 10 minutes. I came with a friend, and there was some confusion during check-in. I was accidentally asked to fill out and sign her safety waiver. Even after pointing this out, no corrections were made, which felt concerning. We were given robes, sandals, and electronic wristbands, but there wasn't much guidance on what to do next. The groups ahead of us also didn't receive much instruction. When I asked if there was a guide, pamphlet, or brief explanation of what to expect, I was told they were still working out the details and that we should just explore. A short tour or simple brochure would have helped, especially for first-time guests. The women's locker room had plenty of lockers, which I appreciated, and I liked that the keys were worn on your wrist. However, the dressing area itself was quite small for the number of people in our time block. The decor was minimal but still very nice. There were a few showers and two restroom stalls. Once changed, we entered the spa area. There is a cold shower and two small soaking tubs, one herbal and one Arctic. These tubs were very small, above ground, and didn't seem to have much circulation. The herbal tub had a foamy film on top, which felt unsettling. There are also no stairs or handrails to help with entry or exit, so we decided not to use them. We explored the two sauna rooms. The larger sauna was spacious and included a chess table, which was a cool and unique touch. The smaller sauna had a button for a "herbal experience," but when pressed, it seemed to only release steam with no noticeable aroma. After about 30 minutes, the main area between the tubs and saunas became very wet, and we even saw a staff member slip and almost fall. While the floor is textured, there were no mats, which could become a safety issue. We took a break and sat in the lounge area where complimentary citrus water was available. A team member kindly offered us a free fruit smoothie, which we appreciated. About 20 minutes later, she brought them out. They were just okay, but it was still a nice gesture, especially on opening day. While sitting in the lounge, we noticed electrical outlets placed at the bottom of the seating blocks where your legs rest. Considering guests are often wet, this felt potentially unsafe. There is also a stillness room with large lounging beds in very dim lighting. The room itself was relaxing, but we could still hear noise from other areas of the spa. Some added soundproofing would really elevate that experience. There is also a Japanese tea room with floor seating, which was a very cool concept. However, we later discovered through the wristband screen that the tea service and other drink options are an additional fee and not included with the spa package. That is something to be aware of before your visit. After about an hour into our two-hour session, we decided to head back to the women's locker room. By that time, the second wave of guests had arrived and the locker room was very full, so we had to wait a bit to access the changing area. It was only at this point, while changing and speaking with other guests, that we learned the showers were not working properly. The water was cold with very low pressure, making rinsing off difficult. This information was not shared with us earlier. Overall, the facility is beautiful, but for me, some of the luxury spa details were a miss. I did share my experience and concerns with the staff upon leaving, though they did not seem very receptive in the moment. I understand this was their first day, and I truly hope they take guest feedback into account as they continue to refine the experience. I'd love to see this local business grow, improve, and succeed.

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    Adrianna N.

    I visited Rafa on their opening day, while the facility is beautiful I'm not sure I would go back. I wasn't a big fan of their herbal soak bath and cold plunge, they are small and it didn't seem sanitary. The water did not look clean and other guests mentioned regretting getting in. I did enjoy one of the saunas however the sauna alone wasn't enough for me to see the value. Again, this space is beautiful and they spared no expense on the overall aesthetic it just wasn't for me.

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    Very relaxing place. So pretty and peaceful. The smoothies and juices they have to purchase there are really delicious. Amazing place

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    Massages here are wonderful . Not only do you get an amazing price for the massage but access to the entire facility ! amazing !

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    I love saunas and this one is easily the best I've been to. The layout of the main sauna is a huge plus for me. Very appealing.

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    Staff were friendly and gave quick, clear instructions on timing (1-3 minutes in the cold plunge felt right).

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