I had heard so good things about this place so I called on a whim yesterday when I was feeling…read morestressed & got a 1 hour massage w "C C" . ( price is very fair 80$ an hour- there is a 4% surcharge to use cards, so bring cash to save & don't forget to tip I asked for a NMT ( Neuromuscular Therapy massage ) which is stronger than most - and CC didn't disappoint! I was surprised at how strong she was . CC used her arms as well as hands for a deep soothing , almost stretching at times massage . She even pulled my fingers and I felt them pop ! That was so relaxing! This neck thing she did by pulling upward was also amazing ! As someone else has mentioned - English isn't the first language here so there are menus on the wall when you walk in - you point at the amount of time you want , the different types of massage ( Swedish , hot stone etc ) be sure you are clear . There is a clock that has a timer in your room - and you do get the ENTIRE hour! (Most places give you 45 min .) if you want lavender or coconut oil it's an extra 10$ ( I am not big on scents so didn't add this ) It was honestly the best massage I've had in Birmingham! CC is amazing ! And there is a system to how she worked ( I tried to point out my shoulders hold most tension & not sure she understood completely- but she covered EVERYTHING! She used a warm oil at one time and even took care to make sure my hair was covered w a towel ) They have a massage here I've never seen offered elsewhere in Bham -where they walk on your back ! ( I noticed the bars over the table where they hold on as they do this I think a lot of men must like this. ) . I didn't want that because I'm a 63-year-old woman. I would definitely use CC again. ) I cant recommend this place highly enough- BUT you need to be very clear about what you want -because as I said, English is not their first language . Someone left a bad review and mentioned that it looked dirty. (?) and not fancy enough compared to a Bham spa -I can tell you they don't spend their money on fancy furniture , but it is in a nice part of town. ( Vestavia ) i prefer to spend my $ on the actual massage as I have had some very bad massages at some very " fancy " spas and hotels . The entire placd was clean & simple . They had a hygienic face cover in place for me to place my face on.- the room is dark and calming w zen music I saw someone said they didn't think these people were LMT but of course they are licensed I didn't have to look at the degree to tell CC had been trained as a LMT . I have had friends that visited here & recommended to me & Im so grateful. There's not much talking during the massage but I could tell she was reacting to my sounds or if I moved ( etc ) if I said " that feels nice ", it was a strongest massage I have ever had from a woman , but she didn't hurt me I asked for your "Neuromuscular Therapy Massage" ( NMT )which is much stronger than a Swedish . I have never had a better massage ! I will be coming back here regularly. They're a wonderful place and no , they're not "fancy "if you want to pay $100 extra to go to a spa - you do you ! I have been getting massages in Birmingham for the last 20 years and I can tell you this is by far the best massage I've ever gotten . I look forward to trying the hot stone, Swedish & a foot massage soon! It's very easy to find and parking is simple - I called and asked for a massage at 2 pm - I wasn't asked to to fill out a bunch of forms and I was taken straight back.

Great service. Friendly staff. Easy to schedule. Love coming here when in the area.read more

Dana at the retreat day spa was INCREDIBLE! I have had many massages over the years and this one…read morewas an absolute favorite!! I booked the 60 minute massage with the added scalp massage. Dana applied just the right amount of pressure. I could tell she put so much care into her work. Overall a wonderful experience- I will be back!

I love this place and the staff are amazing. Bernadette at the front desk is so friendly, fun, and…read moregreat to talk to! Nancy and Danielle are great massage therapists and I also had a facial that was amazing with Susan. The spa is so quaint and cute and in a great location. Love

I can't be the only one that loves Tao Massage. They're open for extended hours, have the best…read moreemployees, fair prices and work out all the kinks. Every masseuse I've had has taken great care of me and been responsive to any vocalizations of problem areas. The best part is they bring things to my attention that I may not have even noticed and work it out. I used to come here regularly when I lived in Bham the first time years ago. To know they are still here with the same high quality service makes me happy each time I return.

Some good therapist but the older short one is no good. She tries to hurt you and rubs nuckles…read moreagainst your spine passive aggressively. Also she was rubbing my calf in one spot with one hand for 10minutes I look back and see her on her phone looked like it was on camera. I think that's illegal. I stopped the session and she still charged me 55$ for the sketchiest worst massage.

Great, consistent service. Hard working and always words the full session. Gets to know her…read moreclients so she can treat the right every time

I decided to look for a last minute massage after two day of sleeping in a hotel bed and feeling…read morepretty much sore all over. To my surprise they had an opening on New Years Eve. I hit the Uber and was there in 20 minutes. They got me right in and I was not disappointed. A 1 hour massage and she hit all my sore areas. I went in with zero expectations since I don't live in this area and walked out with a top 5 massage I've ever had.

Naudia at Stellar Massage is fantastic! I used to get massages somewhat regularly, and my regular…read moretherapist was booked up, but I was in pain. I'm glad that I found Stellar Massage. Naudia worked out the pain/tightness I had in my neck/back. The atmosphere is calm, peaceful, and professional. I intend to return, because this was a great massage.

I needed a massage and didn't know how to find a good spot since I had just arrived in Birmingham…read more I checked Groupon but didn't really see anything good. I finally found this place on Yelp. I made an appointment for the next day. The place is really clean and the ambiance is soothing. My massage was amazing!!! A much needed relaxing massage. I will definitely go back!

The best massage parlor in town. It is extremely clean and the masseuses are very professional. I…read morehighly recommend this place as the number one in town.

How can I praise this girl enough!! Sarah knows her stuff. Her studio is very inviting & so…read morerelaxing. I've been seeing her for about 3 years now every month. In this area, she is the best. I have referred several friends & they are not disappointed either. If you are in need of relaxation, deep tissue or even lymphatic massage, she is your person in this area!

Sarah is an exceptional massage therapist, she knows exactly how to make a person feel better! She…read morecan give a relaxing Swedish massage, or a really deep Deep tissue massage. I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing a really great massage! 5 stars definitely!!

They are a hidden gem nestle in the quaint town of Alabaster. The facilities are clean and…read moremaintained, covid protocol is observed. The masseuse are very pleasant warm and inviting, they seek to help relax your body and mind. They will engage and assess your needs. Spend the extra money and get the 90 minutes it's worth it and makes the difference. Ask for Jenny she will leave you very relaxed and energy renewed.

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Have been here before to receive a massage and had a great experience. The latest time I went for…read morethe autumn glow facial. Very pleasant experience. Was greeted with a mimosa and other complimentary beverages and snacks. My esthetician and I talked literally the whole service which I enjoyed. I felt so refreshed and rejuvenated after. Highly recommend this place.

Girls group event. Amanda warmly welcomed our group and we had a room to enjoy champagne and a…read morecharcuterie board. The decor of the place is beautiful and perfect for pampering. There are several house teas to try. I prepaid for my massage and tip before even arriving in town. It was all worth it. Justin has amazing hands. All my knots are gone and I walked out feeling so relaxed.

Made an appointment for 9am. Got a text 5 minutes before my appointment, from the therapist saying…read moreshe was running late because she was on the phone with her lawyer. Wtf. Told her I was good and wouldn't be keeping my appointment. Who wants to rush into a massage appointment? Joke

Ann really knew her stuff when it came to massage therapy. She was kind enough to reach out before…read morethe massage to explain the directions on how to find her office. I had a two hour massage for $150. I could definitely feel the knots coming out as she worked out the parts of my body I circled on my 'need work' form. She is chatty while you get the massage, but she was very friendly and upbeat the whole time. Some people like quiet, so I just felt like I should throw that out there, just in case. However, even with the chattiness, she never let her hands go still. They worked their magic and I appreciate that!