My wife and I signed up for a couple's massage in the salt cave. Our experience in BC before then…read morehas been that people are very accepting of mask-wearing and much more compliant with proving vaccination status than people in the US. We try to be very careful to minimize risk. I guess we assumed that the folks at the Himalaya Salt Cave would follow along with the compliance of their fellow British Columbians, especially as this is a health/wellness type establishment. Instead, we were surprised to see no mask wearing by either massage therapist upon entering. I inquired whether they were vaccinated and the answer was no. They explained that "salt is anti-viral" and that they are always very careful. We kept our masks on and proceeded to the massage tables. Once we were undressed and ready to go, they asked if we'd prefer they wear masks. The answer was yes-- these are people who were getting in close to us, salt or no salt. The massages were good, but honestly we should have been told up front of their unvaccinated status and they should have followed our lead in mask-wearing. And "salt kills the virus?" Really?!?!

This is the most wonderful place. The salt cave is deeply relaxing and I had gone for a blissful…read morecrystal singing bowl performance as well, that was perfect against the backdrop of the salt cave.

Paid quite a high price for the Stone and Spice Massage…read more Nice environment, but the actual massage was just ok. I asked for more pressure several times, and she would increase the pressure for a few minutes, but then just go back to broad boring strokes. The worst was the head massage I felt like she was pulling my hair out and trying too tie it in knots. Bummer the technique was just not there.

Absolutely the best spa in the Kootenays . I'm am estaticain of almost 30 years and I would go no…read morewhere else . Top notch talented , educated estatitions . Beautiful spa with relaxed atmosphere . Reasonable prices and good quality product lines . 5 stars for Aura and it's staff .

Recently, I was on a six-day cycling tour with a rest day in Nelson, BC; a perfect time for a good…read moremassage. I called Santosha Spa and was told that they were all booked for the day, but the receptionist said she might be able to fit me in. A few hours later I called and was told I was scheduled for an appointment with Ash. I've had hundreds of massages where I live in Seattle and in various places around the world. I all honesty, the massage I got from Ash was among the top two or three. The only way it could have been better would have been if there was more time. As a cyclist, my legs need extra attention, and Ash's deep-tissue work was unparalleled. And she loosened up my back just perfectly. I can't give Ash or Santosha Spa a higher rating.

From the owner: Santosha Spa is an escape from the hustle and bustle of every day life. It is a place where…read moreholistic care and high end spa services come together on the shores of Kootenay Lake. We look forward to serving our community and travellers alike in hopes of inspiring Santosha.

Treat yourself to an amazing massage here. Liz is an intuitive healer and so friendly, you'll feel…read morelike you've arrived home. I can't wait to come back!

Excellent therapist, magic hands, truly gets in touch and feels her way through your body as she…read moreworks. Highly recommend Nella, she's excellent at what she does!

From the owner: With over ten years of experience in a wide range of modalities, my goal is to work with you…read morethrough a holistic lens, to meet your body's individual needs

I asked Evan about a bowel problem that I had been having every summer for 5 years with no medical…read moresolutions. Evan laid his hands on my abdomen and immediately felt that it was loaded with emotion. This opened up for me a new avenue of searching for a solution, realizing that my challenge was emotional in origin and not physical/medical. I went on to have counselling and had relief that summer for the first time. I am so grateful for Evan's natural empathic ability to sense what my body was saying.

The staff and students are professional , kind, and friendly. I throughly enjoy each treatment…read more They are so great and understand my needs. I will recommend to all my friends. Thank you

Check in process is easy. Students seem to really care about what they're doing. Denby did my…read moremassage and she was awesome!

Amazing and extremely inviting & professional. With the added benefits of being out of town in the…read morequiet and peaceful surroundings of nature, an amazing view of the lake and surrounding mountains that was just the start. It was my first visit to Brooke...and she was very courteous, caring and took the time to get to know me and what needed work the most. Her home studio is very quiet and private and felt like I was at any other spa in town....just without the noise of traffic and such....or the rush of people coming and going. She was so good I ended up falling asleep a few times I think, but that's a good thing and feel so refreshed and although tired, "healed" and rejuvinated at the same time. I will definitely be going back to her again soon. Absolutely recommend to anyone. Thank you again, Brooke!

From the owner: 17 years Massage Therapy experience Massage…read more Craniosacral Therapy Botanical Facials Experienced Professional. Mobile services available located in Nelson, B.C.