I've been trying to do something nice for myself once a month and Balensi spa kept showing up on my…read moreinstagram page lol. I scheduled myself a facial as they were booked months out for a massage on a Saturday, the only day I'm able to come in. When I was arrived , parking across the street was available and cheap. I believe I paid $1? I was offered water, tea or a mimosa while I waited on the patio which was lush with plants, my vibe for sure! My esti was Evelyn and she was very kind and knowledgeable. She did a quick consultation and then the facial began. I've had lots of facials from when I used to work in spas and this facial was in my top 3! The attention th detail for the extractions was great! My skin actually felt clean. Evelyn suggested a different facial from the one I originally booked and said it would be a better option for my skin. She's the expert so I agreed. We also added on the red light therapy. My skin had no problems with the facial, in fact, my skin felt so hydrated and it was so glowy afterwards! Evelyn's face massage technique was very relaxing, especially around the eye area. Unfortunately the facial had to end, but I already knew I would return. One thing I really appreciated was after the facial, there was no membership pitching or product pushing. It's annoying and really uncomfortable to be bombarded with a pitch after a relaxing service. They do have a membership which I am considering doing, but the only thing holding me back is lack of availability on Saturdays for massages. I also don't live close by which is why I need Saturday availability. But then again, the membership price is totally reasonable compared to other "envy" places. I'm sure I could make it work. Overall, I really enjoyed my facial at Balensi spa and I'd definitely recommend to all.

Balensia Spa has officially become one of my go-to date night spots with my wife. There's just…read moresomething different about taking care of your skin and your marriage at the same time We usually come in for microdermabrasion facials, and every time we leave feeling refreshed, relaxed, and glowing (yes... even me lol). I had Ariah, and she is AMAZING. She has this way of instantly putting you at ease super calming presence. What I really appreciate is how she walks you through everything she's about to do, so you're never caught off guard. And if you're like me and just want to zone out, she respects that too no unnecessary talking unless you've got questions. That's elite service right there. The whole spa itself is a vibe. Clean, peaceful, and genuinely relaxing. You can tell they care about the experience from start to finish. I believe it's locally owned, which makes me want to support them even more. The staff is always friendly and professional every single time we come in. They also offer massages and have a hot sauna you can use, which is perfect if you want to come early and just unwind before your appointment. It's like a full reset button. If you're in Chula Vista and looking for a spot to treat yourself (or plan a solid date night), I highly recommend Balensia Spa. Trust me... your skin and your spouse will thank you.

My daughter brought me here today to have the Heavenly Massage. It's really very relaxing and it…read moredefinitely add another level of my life. My massage therapist is Irma. She is so pleasant, polite, and she made sure I feel comfortable. I requested the light massage. Thank you Yelp for the 10% discount that was graciously honored by the two beautiful ladies in the front. We were also given a free sauna on our next visit. My daughter's massage therapist is Lori; both Irma and Lori are of great asset to this locally owned business. They are both super massage therapists who specialize in massage therapy. They both know the points were the knots are. We will definitely come back at Eco. The vibes is super relaxing. Go pamper yourself at Eco. Don't forget to check-in through Yelp to get the 10% discount Ciao

Absolutely loved this wellness spa. Tucked in Otay center literally right next to the Vans store if…read moreyou manage to get lost like I did. If you're lucky you'll find parking right in front but if not you'll have to park on the larger parking area adjacent next to planet fitness. I scheduled a mini 30 minute facial to try them out and it did not disappoint. The vibe soon as you step inside is very serene and relaxing. My esthetician discussed my goals and skin care routine and made her recommendations with what products to use. It was so relaxing that I fell asleep during my service. But it was perfect and I walked out refreshed. I loved it so much I rebooked but this time for an hour facial service for next month. I am so excited to go back. I highly recommend you try them out!

WOW- I'm a fan after trying out the lymphatic and sauna wrap. First off, the facility is excellent,…read moreand Jenica the owner is so nice and helpful throughout. It's well worth the money to have a relaxing and cleansing session here. Love that they have the tvs and headphones so you can really zone out.

I found this place on ClassPass and had been wanting to check it out for a while, so I was glad to…read moresee it finally added. I decided to try the lymphatic massage, which was 16 credits. I am glad it was priced that way, because I probably would not have booked it if it had cost more. I called ahead of time to get a better understanding of what to wear, and they let me know that clothing would be provided, which made things easy and convenient. The service lasted 60 minutes, and they even provided a remote so I could watch TV during the session, which was a nice touch and helped make the experience feel more relaxed. I did leave with slight bruising on my arm, which I was not expecting, but overall I would be open to giving it another try. I am also interested in trying the sauna next time to see how that complements the experience.

I had a really nice relaxing time. Great couples massage and I enjoyed the men's sauna/restroom…read morearea a lot. Basic provided toiletries were all I needed though I saw one other patron who brought his own kit and I kind of wish I had done the same. When I come back I will try the exfoliating scrub!

The best Korean body scrub spa places in San Diego. When I first started going here I was super…read morenervous having to be naked around all the women. However, you get over that very quickly as everyone around you is doing the same thing. Hanna was the one who did my body scrub and she is one of the best that I've had. She was super gentle but really got in there and gave me a nice scrub. They have two different areas separated by men and women with a common area that we both share while wearing their provided uniform. They have a privates wet area that is separated by women and men. That's the area where you can shower and enjoy the Jacuzzi or the cold Plunge pool while being completely naked and getting the body scrubs. In the common area, they have a lounge where it's dimly lit calm and peaceful and you can just chill on the sofas. They also have 3 different saunas in the common area. They have light snacks, candy, water, and tea available. But would love to see more fresh fruits. Even though they share a large parking lot with the other businesses around them, it's very hard to find close parking nearby since they only have a few in front of their facility. Highly recommend getting there at least 30 minutes to an hour prior to your massage or body scrub time so that you can enjoy the wet area with the sauna and the Jacuzzis prior to getting your body scrub. I spent a good 3 hours there and I felt so relaxed after I was done.

I have just gone once and I have mixed feelings about this place…read more Location is very difficult to find parking even on a slow morning, had to park four blocks from the place. Second, they accept walk ins but it is a lottery with the service you can get. We went three friends and we each had to choose different things because some of the services they only have one machine. I only had the Infrared Sauna without the Red light option so I took it. I was actually looking forward to another service of the EMR mat, but my friend chose that one and ai couldn't. I guess that if you reserve with time it is fine, but still if you go with friends you can't all do it, only the regular Infrared Sauna Rooms. Service was good. So that's why I say I have mixed reviews because the sauna was good but my only option. Parking for me is also a big issue when heading to a place Would have to go again to experience it differently.

Tried Pure for the first time and I was impressed. They have individual saunas and cold plunge…read morerooms so you can pick and choose which options you want to do. I went in to try the salt sauna and cold plunge using classpass. It went great! The person at the service desk was very friendly and knowledgeable. She also informed me that swimsuits were optional since the rooms are private. The only drawback was that since I booked through classpass I had to jump from room to room in order to get to do all the services I wanted. Not terrible but cumbersome since you're wrapped in a towel lugging stuff around.

Had my first visit on a Saturday morning and tried compression therapy for the first time, and it…read morewas a great experience overall. Augusta assisted me throughout the entire visit, and she was very helpful and kind. She answered all the questions I had and made sure I felt comfortable the whole time, which definitely made the experience better. The compression therapy itself was relaxing and something I will consider in the future especially for someone who is a Veteran and has disabilities. What stood out to me is the variety of services they offer--cryotherapy, infrared sauna, red light therapy, halo therapy, and massage chairs--so there are plenty of options depending on what you're looking for. It really feels like a one-stop spot for recovery and wellness. The pricing is another plus. This business prides themselves in their affordable membership with the unlimited sessions... you absolutely get your moneys worth it if you plan on going regularly. Did I mention how clean the location is? I hope this place gets more exposure because this is the spot to be.

Amazing experience I'm sharing it with many of my friends. We're not educated on this kind of…read moreservice offered in San Diego. I highly recommend.

I absolutely LOVE HOTWORX Chula Vista! From the moment I walked in, the owner made me feel like…read morefamily -- genuinely one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. And the staff? They treat you like you grew up together on the same block. That warm, welcoming energy is rare and it keeps me coming back every single time. Now let's talk about the workouts -- combining infrared sauna heat with exercise is a total game changer. The benefits are REAL: Detoxification -- The infrared heat penetrates deep into your tissues, helping your body flush out toxins through sweat in a way a regular workout just can't match. Muscle Recovery & Pain Relief -- The infrared rays increase circulation and reduce inflammation, so your muscles recover faster and those everyday aches and pains actually start to fade. Stress Reduction & Better Sleep -- The heat triggers a deep relaxation response in your body, lowering cortisol levels and leaving you feeling calm, centered, and sleeping like a rock. Oh, and did I mention it's open 24 HOURS?! Whether you're an early bird, a night owl, or just have a crazy schedule, you can always get your session in. No excuses! If you haven't tried HOTWORX Chula Vista yet, you're seriously missing out. Best investment in my health I've made all year!

Liked the idea fitness plus benefit of infra red. Gym was clean, fairly new establishment. My…read morefriends and I went to try it as a group. There were 4 of us. Wish the establishment can give more trial days. My friend and I reserved a higher intensity class that was only for 15 mins ( thunder) . My other 2 friends reserved a hr (50 mins) long class ( floor Pilates ). CONs: - The room can accommodate 3 ppl per session. Looking at my friends that reserved the floor Pilates, 2 ppl will be a comfortable, 3 I think is just crowded . Same as in the room where I was at, 3 equipments. A little too tight. - cleaning equipments between sessions. Not so sure about that. Not enough time to wipe off anything. - the monitors are too high if you're doing any floor exercises. Hyperextending the neck to look up to see the video playing. - we can barely hear the recorded video. - had a little bit of an issue reserving the class from the app. - the locker, have to purchase the key from the vending machine. Can't use a regular lock. - can't use own yoga mat, we were told that we have to use their mat, that also have be rented out. - my friend and I were also not given an opportunity to attend another class ( since class we attended was only for 15 mins). There were unoccupied rooms while we were there. ( we asked, we were turned down ). - would be nice to have few trial free days or even a small fee for few days and get access to really get that full experience. - same recorded classes to follow ( may or may not be an issue to some ). - parking is going to be a challenge. - there are days where there's no staff onsite, just can't figure out the cleaning of the floor and equipments in between classes. PROs: - benefit of the infra red heat - 24/7 access - for safety - multiple cameras and alert necklaces avail for the ones that goes there during odd hours and finding themselves alone. - there are a lot of different classes that can be booked and on rotation booking in advance.

This review is ONLY about my bad experience with Botox, which btw was pricey. Thus, a much better…read morejob was expected. I wanted my eyes to look more open and unfortunately my eyelids looked swollen, my eyes smaller, and eyelids felt heavy. I didn't look like myself in the mirror. I started applying chamomile compounds to help relief the symptoms, which by the 10th day were worse. Googled the symptoms and apparently were from brow ptosis; I felt hopeful because it said I was not losing my vision (that's how it felt on right eye). While I was told the injector would call me, I never got a call to at least do an evaluation. I do recommend the place for facials, however, based on my experience with Botox and the injector, I would never get Botox there again nor recommend it to anyone.

Was gifted a massage here for Mother's Day but do not come here for a massage. When I arrived, the…read moredoor was locked which I thought was weird but ok. The room I was put in for my massage was actually meant for facials. The massage table was also not meant for massages and was wobbly af. When I brought this up to the employee she nervously laughed it off like "yeahhh our tables are really wobbly lolz. " When I asked if there's anything they can do to fix the wobbliness she said she didn't think so. I said "the owners should know about how wobbly the tables are. Employee said "she does know" She said the room we were in was not meant for massages but the massage room was being used. Ok. Also part you lay your face in on the table was also very uncomfortable on my face and neck and not cushioned at all unlike literally every other place I've gotten a massage at. So then she moves me to the actual "massage room" and it looks identical to the room I was already in. Table was also wobbly. Face hole was again uncomfortable. Massage was ok at best. When I was done I had an insane indent in my face from the uncushioned face hole. When I was checking out I let the front desk woman know about how wobbly the tables were and how distracting it was to my experience and showed her my face dent and she tried to tell me it was normal. Yes some imprinting on your face is normal from a massage but not like this. Worst massage experience I've ever had, unprofessional staff and unapologetic about it. Don't give them your money

The masseuse attentively addressed my concerns surrounding an old back injury. The serene…read moreatmosphere put me at ease, and I drifted off to sleep as the professional expertly relaxed my sore muscles. I've been to a few places, and Cascade Spa is at the top of the game.

I was gifted a 2.5hr spa treatment for my birthday and loved this experience. The woman who took…read morecare of me was very nice and patient with me. The spaces looked clean, smelled good and had a relaxing vibe. Overall it was a good experience that I recommend. Everyone should at some point have a spa day. I left my phone in the locker, so no pictures. That being said, the lockers have PIN numbers you set yourself so your stuff is safe during your stay.

I still go here every time I am in San Diego! It is one of my highlights. I love the whole…read moreexperience. They have very experienced and skilled staff who take fantastic care of you. Spa followed by excellent bibimbap at Friends Korean restaurant in the same strip mall is my idea of a great day :)

4/5 spa quality: sauna, cold plunge, jacuzzi, steam room all very clean. The floors by the showers…read morewere brown with rust. 2/5 massage quality: very rough and fast technique, not relaxing at all, identical to the speed and technique they use to perform the body scrub. 3/5 customer service: the masseuse hands you an envelope with a recommended tip percentage of 20-30%