I can't say enough about how fantastic Minerva is at massage. She asks if there's any areas that…read moreneed attention and she works out the knots and makes it so relaxing. She's the best masseuse I've ever been to. I don't hesitate to recommend her to all my friends.

Head to toe, Minerva always seems to know just the right pressure to apply. My body and mind feels…read morerelaxed and rejuvenated after my deep tissue massage!

I had a great experience at Authentic Thai Massage By Patti…read more I walked out feeling amazing--completely relaxed, and all the muscle soreness I came in with was gone without that post-massage "beat up" feeling you sometimes get. I went with a traditional Thai massage, and it was exactly what I was hoping for: deep, intentional work with a lot of stretching. She even got up on the table to really lean in and get the pressure where it needed to be. No walking on my back, but honestly, she didn't need to--she got plenty of depth without it. The therapist was very friendly and professional. She took the time upfront to ask about my goals, any health issues, and specific areas of pain, which I always appreciate. She does have a fairly strong accent, so I had to focus a bit more at times, but her English is excellent and it didn't take away from the experience at all. I also want to note how professional she was on a personal level. She shared that she had recently gone through a significant loss, and despite that, she remained fully present, kind, and focused throughout the session. That level of dedication really stood out. The environment was spot on. The waiting area was calm and comfortable with a relaxing video playing, and the massage room itself was just right--soothing music, perfect lighting (not too bright, not too dark), and thankfully not overly perfumed. Pricing was actually lower than I expected, especially for the quality of the massage. Definitely felt like a good value. One note: if you like deep tissue work, this is your place. I specifically asked for deep pressure, and she delivered. It got intense at times--but in the best way. In my opinion, a truly therapeutic massage should hurt a little... the ends justify the means, and in this case, they absolutely did. I was planning to go back in two weeks, but honestly, she did such a good job I didn't feel like I needed to. I'm just now starting to feel due again, so I'll be booking another appointment soon. I've already recommended her to several colleagues and even a few of my own patients. I'll definitely be back.

Been seeing Patti for almost ten years now. Everytime in town, I make it a priority to make an…read moreappointment with her. Absolutely welcoming environment from the moment you walk in till when you walk out.

Nancy is the best massage therapist in town. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would! I'm an…read moreavid runner, and it's hard to find a thorough and strong therapist, but she definitely exceeds that.

This Spa is a wonderful delight, has 3 massage therapist, 2 Esthetician, call for appointment.read more

I was fortunate enough to have a massage by Carri gifted to me by the parents in my class last…read moreyear. After that first one, I knew I had found a true massage artist and I have scheduled several massages since then. I even gave my daughter a massage with Carri and my daughter, who is very picky about massage, said it was the best she had every had! A massage by Carri is all that one could wish for. She welcomes you with a gentle and genuine smile, treats you like a beloved guest and listens well to what you need. She adjusts the pressure of massage according to your wishes and her hands seem truly intuitive about where the tension and pain is. I have never liked massage therapists who feel the need to talk constantly, interrupting my opportunity to "float away" and thankfully Carri understands that. I highly recommend Carri Newhouse as one of the best massage therapists in the area!

Carri is the best, I've been to numerous massage therapists and without a doubt, her…read moreprofessionalism, carrying nature and thoroughness persuaded me to buy a package of massages. I especially appreciated that she took the time to get to know my specifics on what I needed addressing and she worked in a professional manner to alleviate the symptoms I was having. Thank you!

Oh. My. Goodness! I had scheduled a couple of massages for my husband who suffers from chronic pain…read moreand he had nothing but great things to say about Susie so when he scheduled one for me I was excited. Susie has a nice relaxing room with dim lights and soothing music. Before starting we discussed the type of pressure appropriate for my body which she executed flawlessly. Some spots required a bit firmer hand and Susie found the pressure points and worked the muscles through. The lotion she uses is a light fragrance and isn't greasy; nothing heavy or overpowering. The Beauty Lounge, which is the location Susie practices out of has an easy vibe to it and nothing pretentious. The only issue I have is if the next massage will be for myself or my husband Well done and relaxing appointment. Enjoy.

I visited this spa for the first time as a birthday treat to myself and had high hopes for a…read morerelaxing experience. The ambiance was beautiful and calming, but unfortunately, that was the only relaxing part of my visit. The massage itself felt unstructured and lacked any real flow. There was little to no pressure throughout the session, and while I understand that massage oil is part of the experience, it honestly felt like more time was spent applying oil than actually working on my muscles. I left feeling like I hadn't received the relaxing massage I was expecting. The most disappointing part of my visit was the lack of privacy. While I was lying face up during the massage, covered only by a thin sheet, someone OPENED the treatment ROOM DOOR. Being in such a vulnerable position made me feel extremely uncomfortable. I would have expected better communication and procedures to ensure clients' privacy during their appointments. Overall, this was not the birthday experience I had hoped for. I left disappointed and feeling that my money could have been better spent elsewhere. Unfortunately, I won't be returning, and based on my experience, I can't recommend this spa to others.

I came here during my holiday visit. I scheduled appointments for my mom, sister, husband (&…read moremyself) for Christmas presents. My sister already comes here and raved about how cute the facility is. So I would have to second that opinion as I adore all the live plants everywhere as I am a plant mom. Everyone there is quite lovely. Very friendly and professional. My mom and husband received restorative massages while my sister and I went for the buccal massages. I appreciate Dafne, our therapist, giving the heads up regarding a buccal massage as both of us never had one before. She was professional and listened/put you in mind. My husband also had her too for his massage and said she was good and was really firm. I would come back here when I visit Salinas again.

This was my first time visit and was recommended by a colleague. I received a full-body table…read moremassage and was able to schedule an appointment on the same day. The massage was average. However, my visit was immediately tainted when as we were handing her our tip, one of the workers said it was not enough and that there is a mandatory 20% tip. This is told to us AFTER we were done with our massages. This "mandatory 20% tip" is not written on any of the menus or signs in the establishment and it was not mentioned prior to our service. When we questioned her about the mandatory tip, she adamantly requested a 20% tip regardless. I have never been asked for a larger tip at any establishment before, unless a gratuity fee was explicitly written or mentioned. Fortunately, we called the manager, who resolved the situation. Nonetheless, I was extremely disappointed at this interaction and will not be returning to this place again.

I've been coming here regularly and always have a good experience. Scheduling by text is easy, they…read morehonor appointment times, and they do a great job focusing on areas that need extra attention. I usually request Jenny because her pressure is perfect for me, not too gentle and not too deep. The place is clean, the staff is friendly, and I appreciate that they're open late. My only suggestion would be to provide blankets since the rooms can sometimes feel a little chilly. Overall, a great place for a massage and I will definitely continue to come back

The massage by Elizabeth was amazing, just the right amount of pressure, thank you Massage Ave.read more

I was asked to pay before the massage and then the "tip" was to be paid after the massage. I got…read morethe full body oil 90 mins, she massaged the shit out of my back and neck, then some stone action. But the arms, legs, and feet got punched and jiggled about. No head or face massage. So anyway, I'm at the counter and they kinda yelled at me when I gave a $10 tip and pointed to a paper that said "20% Mandatory service charge" Well,,, If I wasn't a HS grad... Like wtf does that mean? So I asked, 'What's that mean?' Lol! The guy yelled, "It's tip, it's tip!" Ok, 1st things 1st. If they knew 20% was due point blank period-for, a, tip... why in thee hell wouldn't they just fuckin' add it in the beginning when I had to pay 1st, if it was a legit service charge? Because... I ain't no scientist but a tip, is what I choose to tip. Ok, so I definitely won't be back.