Hidden Gem! I cannot recommend this place enough. The customer service is fantastic and an extremely ZEN getaway. When you arrive you get complementary house tea. (chamomile mint licorice). I booked an appointment same day over the phone for 7PM. I got room #4 with the spa and sauna. The room is extremely clean and smells like eucalyptus and mint. When you go inside, you have fresh towels and hot tea. They have a chime that warns you when you have 10 minutes left. Will come again! read more

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Came here to celebrate my birthday with friends, but unfortunately had a really negative experience. We booked the outdoor tub/ sauna room, as well as two massages. We hit a lot of traffic coming down from the Bay Area and were unfortunately running late to our massage appointments. While we understood that we couldn't expect our massages to be the full time as they were scheduled for appointments right after ours, we were still hoping to redeem part of our massage. Sammy who works at the front desk was especially poor in her customer service. ***Just an FYI (as it is not listed anywhere on their website or told over the phone when booking appointments as this is their only method of accepting appointments) the cancellation/ re-booking fee for a 50-minute massage is $100 (the full price of the massage is $125). We arrived 30 mins late to our appointments and they informed us that the massages would have been wrapping up around then so we weren't given the opportunity to squeeze in 20 minutes of a massage and were charged the $200 for the cancellation fee. Again, we understood that this is a small business and that we paid for the time that the masseuse was available, but the staff was extremely rude and unaccommodating. My friend had asked if we could reschedule one of the massages to an available slot that day, at 5pm, as she wanted to make sure I had a nice birthday experience but they informed us that that would also be a $100 charge. Overall to the staff at Well Within, I highly encourage you to post cancellation and re-scheduling fees on your website and update clear policies as I was unable to see any of this in writing. Unfortunately we will not be coming back, though there are a multitude of other wonderful spas in the area. Tea House is one of them! read more

I got the couple's massage with hot tub session. Massage was more of therputic rather than deep tissue or any other. The tempo is slow and claming, the water sounds from the fountain outdoor makes the entire environment very relaxing. Hot tub area is private and outdoor. Entire place is private and has sauna and shower area as well. After massage, you're directed to the hot tub area and get to enjoy the time in the hot tub. Teas and robs and towels are included. read more

Well Within Spa - Massage - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Found this place on Tik Tok. It was easy to schedule an appointment with plenty of availability. We scheduled a 50 minute couple massage followed by an hour in our own private area with a sauna and hot tub! Location is perfect with parking easy to find! It was me and my partners first message and it was amazing! Will definitely be rebooking again! read more

Well Within Spa - Outdoor hot tub and sauna. - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Absolutely amazing experience and I'm a bit of a spa junkee. Fantastic value and a nice easy walk from the Boardwalk. I started with an incredible massage experience with Sam which left me feeling relaxed and renewed, unique with a bit of Reiki and myofascial release. Followed by an extended soak and sauna sesh in the private Onsen Retreat room with my husband. Highly recommend if you're looking reset! read more

Well Within Spa - Onsen Retreat Room has a nice shower, indoor/outdoor space, relaxing waterfall, sauna and tub. - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Really enjoyed the space and the people who worked there. We got a tub room for an hour, it was just perfect.

Well Within Spa in Santa Cruz is an absolute gem. The staff is welcoming, professional, and makes you feel relaxed from the moment you walk in. The massages are top-notch--one of the best I've had. The private hot tub and sauna room is such a great touch and really takes the experience to the next level. Clean, peaceful, and perfectly set up for unwinding. If you're looking for a nice date night or just a place to fully relax and reset, this is it. Highly recommend read more

Well Within Spa - Private room - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Well within in a semi residential neighborhood near the boardwalk and downtown definitely has possibilities. A lot of them didnt mature on this visit but were so close. They can massage two people at the same time, just in different rooms....a new take on a couples massage. My Swedish massage was average. Not the worst, by far not the best. After the massage we spent some time in a jacuzzi room. The hot tub is hot. There is a sauna too. Its a dry sauna that you can laddle water if desired for a mist. The view outside the window was very good. Staff friendliness....a C plus. read more

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Drove 7 hours from San Diego to this spa and it was absolutely worth it. Such a welcoming place- hot tea was ready when we arrived. The staff was very accommodating; although we were scheduled for 10, they were able to let us in at 9. The water was the perfect temperature, and the sauna was spacious and clean. We were given extra towels, which was really appreciated. The shower areas were spotless and stocked with shampoo, shower gel, and conditioner that all smelled amazing. Overall, a relaxing and thoughtful experience. read more

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My partner and I went for an anniversary massage and soak. The building is cute with a ramp to walk or roll up. You're greeted by the main waiting space where you pay, they have some salts and things for purchase and can opt for water or tea. I had Yazmin and my partner had Sophia. If the hope of the massage was work out kinks or knots in your body that was a missed mark. The goal here seemed more so to gently touch shake or hover for the 80 min massage including holding my ankles without any type of massage or pressure for 2 minutes. Yes 2, I looked at the clock at the head of the table because I found it confusing and then annoying. As that was toward the end of my massage, I was personally just ready for it to end so I could move on to the soak. My partner shared the pressure, despite check- ins, fluctuated significantly but sounded like more attempts of working with enough pressure to ease some aches was felt. We are glad we ended with the spa portion as the jets were strong and actually hit some points on our backs with enough pressure to relax. The sauna room was at a warm comfortable temperature that if you stayed in long enough would heat you up but didn't necessarily steam with the eucalyptus water that was available. 3 stars for massages but 4 for the sauna/tub rooms. read more

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I always love coming to Well Within when I'm in town. I had an incredible massage today with Sam. My husband and I did a tub / sauna room which was a great way to end the evening. read more

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Reserved the couples special (50 min massage + 50 min tub room for $295) for a weekend in Santa Cruz. We booked a couple days before and they were able to accommodate us for an afternoon time which was perfect. The was our first experience with a tub room and it was outdoors! Very unique, very tranquil. We enjoyed the tea and amenities to shower after. Next up, massage time! Yesenia and Cecily were our masseuses and both did GREAT. We agreed this was the best massage we've had. We will be back! read more

Well Within Spa - Indoor spa room - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

What a unique experience I could not find in San Francisco. Until proven wrong...Well Within Spa will be my go-to spa experience. I took my partner here as part of his birthday gift and he also felt the service at Well Within Spa was great. I purchased the Couples package for $275 ($295 with tax, not including tip), including a 50-minute Japanese-style spa and 50-minute massage. We both agree that the 50-minute massage was THE highlight. *Tips: -Book a reservation! It gets packed, believe it or not -Most of the parking is meter-based and does not end until 8 pm, not matter the day you go unless it is a federal holiday -Bring sandals -No need to bring towels, robes, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, -Couples massages are in separate rooms *Overview: Service: 10/10 Quality: 8/10 Vibe: 10/10 Ambiance: 9/10 *Couples package review* SPA ROOM: Upon arrival, once you sign the liability form and wait for your name to be called, a staff member gives you a tour of your spa room and then shows you where each of your massage rooms will be as the couple's massages are done separately. We were assigned the outdoor spa room. Included in the room were one medium-sized kettle of Hot tea (Chamomile, Peppermint, Pomegranate, Ginseng concoction), Complimentary cold water in a dispenser, two tea cups, two robes, two tote bags (you can not keep the bag), two towels. The staff member will advise you to rinse yourself in the shower located inside your spa room before you enter the jacuzzi. The spa jets were working well. I read in other reviews that there were ants, but thankfully, we did not encounter that experience. There is also a sauna in the spa room. There was calm Lofi music playing, and you could adjust the volume to your liking. When your service is 10 minutes close to done, you will hear a bell. You have 10 minutes to get ready to transition to your massage room. You will not be guided by the staff member to go to your massage room, nor will the masseuse give you a heads-up. MASSAGE: WOW. Shoutout to Laurel. This was the first time I ever received a full-body massage, and I felt SO good. The masseuse will ask you what areas of your body you would like to focus on, and if you have no preference, then the masseuse will just do their usual massage routine. The masseuse will request for you to undress after they leave the room, and you lay face down on the massage bed. There was calm meditation music in the background. The view outside the window was a very cute Japanese-style garden. Laurel went IN on the massage. I appreciated Laurel asking me if the level of pressure she was using during the massage was okay before she proceeded with the full-body massage. I felt so comfortable and felt I got my money's worth with the quality of the massage. Overall, all the staff we encountered at Well Within Spa were so friendly and chill. The quality of the equipment did not seem top tier, but they also were not horrible or dirty, which is most important. I wish there was something like this in San Francisco! It was definitely worth driving out to Santa Cruz to experience Well Within Spa. read more

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Amazing place to visit for a nice and relaxing spa day! My boyfriend and i visited for our anniversary trip, and it was super refreshing! We did the couples special in which you get a 50 min massage as well as a 50 min soak in the indoor hot tub room. The room includes a sauna as well as a shower with the soaps you'll need. They also provide complimentary tea which i wasn't a huge fan of. As this was my first time getting a massage, it was comfortable and relaxing. They wrap you up in towels and work on different areas at a time. The hot tub room was very private and peaceful, looking upon the zen garden. My only complaint was there was a few bits of wood and equipment that was run down, and there were several ants crawling around. And after our session no one really directed us what to do or where to go to put the robes and towels at. I definitely did walk out of here feeling very airy and zen, like my whole body was relaxed and lighter. read more

Well Within Spa - Garden - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I normally don't give reviews unless it's either Amazing Amazing place, very clean, friendly staff, and above all very reasonably priced!! Went for outdoor Onsen and Massage Definitely recommend and they also have online gift cards options if you want to treat someone!! read more

We asked for the Indoor Spa room 5 since it included a sauna! I would say that it was not enough time to do both sauna and tub within 50 mins for me, but I heard that they have extended time on Tuesdays! It was overall very peaceful and enjoyed the tranquility! We also asked for a 80 min massage and it was so wonderful! We both felt like we were renewed! I definitely recommend this place and want to go back! read more

Well Within Spa - Indoor room 5 - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Such a beautiful, relaxing place! My boyfriend and I were visiting Santa Cruz for a weekend and really wanted a personal spa day. We booked a session in the indoor spa which included a hot tub, sauna, shower area and house tea. We got a lovely view of the koi pond/Japanese inspired garden and fresh air from the open screen doors in our spa room. It was a great memorable experience. read more

Well Within Spa - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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A memorable spot... It was so quick and easy to reserve online or through the phone, show up, and relax, which is exactly what we went there for. The rooms were private and the atmosphere was serene. Having a private room like we did looking into the beautifully landscaped zen garden was just so relaxing. I will be back! read more

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A peaceful, luxurious retreat -- perfect for our anniversary! My husband and I recently celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary at Well Within Spa, and we truly couldn't have chosen a better place. From start to finish, everything about our experience was exceptional. The cleanliness stood out right away--every corner of the spa is spotless, fresh, and thoughtfully maintained. The atmosphere is adorable, with serene, Japanese-inspired touches that make you feel like you've been transported to a quiet retreat far away from the daily grind. The Japanese robes they provide are so comfy and elegant--it made the whole experience feel extra special! We booked couples massages, and let me just say: Christopher and Amanda are absolute masters of their craft. It was, without a doubt, the best massage either of us has ever had. They were attentive, intuitive, and incredibly skilled--our muscles felt totally renewed. Afterward, we relaxed in the private hot tub and sauna, which was the cherry on top. The level of privacy and peacefulness made us feel like we had the entire spa to ourselves. Everything from the cozy spa amenities to the heavenly rosemary conditioner (seriously, I need to find out where to buy that!) just added to the experience. We left feeling relaxed, refreshed, and so grateful we chose Well Within Spa to celebrate such a special milestone. We'll absolutely be back--and next time, we're staying longer. read more

Well Within Spa - Private spa room - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

This place is a DREAM! Go yourself, or get your loved one a session here! The whole place was so clean, the hot tub and sauna were immaculate. This was probably my favorite spa experience I've had since traveling to Turks and Caicos. A really special experience I just went today and I'm already booking again for later this week! Ps- I had Adrianna as my Massuse (I'm postpartum) she was SO wonderful! read more

Well Within Spa - Spa 3 outdoors! - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

We had a wonderful experience at this spa-- we booked the couples special on a trip to the area (spa room for 50 minutes and a 50 minute massage each in separate rooms). The spa room, equipped with a sauna and hot tub, overlooked the garden and pond- it was such a pleasant and relaxing experience. We loved the complimentary tea provided so much that we purchased some for ourselves as well. After the spa room, we went upstairs for the massages. It was my first time getting a massage ever and I didn't really know the process or what to expect. It was a pleasure working with the massage therapist there, June, who was kind, welcoming, and communicative, and explained the routine for the massage from start to finish. June made my first massage a truly wonderful experience. I would highly recommend checking out Well Within Spa! read more

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It was amazing--our first time here, and we absolutely loved it. The massage was incredible, and the indoor hot tub was great. However, it could use a bit more attention to cleaning, as we noticed some mold and there was hair left on the walls from previous guests. read more

The bf took me here for my bday spa treatment! We got the couples package which comes with 50 min massage and 50 min tub. The massage was great! And the tub time was relaxing with the garden koi pond and the comfortable Japanese style setting. However as other reviewers noted there are ants and equipments are outdated. We enjoyed our time here though, it was a good experience! read more

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An nice spa to decompress and relax. I love the aromatherapy, although amenities are a bit lacking for the price, music a bit stale. Also, a good friend of mine believes there cancellation policies should be done away with. Forgiveness is alive and real! read more

I liked the experience and honestly, I would come back again because it was very relaxing but at the same time it wasn't as clean as it should've been. I really enjoyed the view and being able to bring a book and just being able to completely relax. There was hair all over and TBH the shower probably needed to be bleached. read more

This place is such a gem! Loved my 50 minute hot tub and sauna shesh! They have both indoor and outdoor tubs, rooms with just the tubs, and rooms with a sauna and tub. And best of all, all are private! Yes, you've got your whole space to yourself and your group. Each option is $35/person for the 50 minutes. We opted for an indoor tub/sauna room and this was definitely the right choice for a gloomy day. We got fresh air from the screens opened to the outside and had a lovely view of the koi pond where we watched the rain drops fall onto the water. The room came equipped with a shower that included shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, hand and bath towels for the number of people in the party, and tea as well. The time did go by sort of fast as there's a bell that rings 40 minutes into your session to let you know it's time to start getting dressed to be done at the 50 minute mark. I had assumed you had 50 minutes of tub time, which could be the case if you don't have much to put back on. We also started a little bit late so our time was cute short by a few minutes, but nonetheless, it was a lovely and relaxing experience and I can't wait to come back. read more

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Call the number on their website to make a reservation. The facility is older but well maintained and pretty clean. The private rooms are spacious and the view of the little garden is absolutely gorgeous! Perfect place to decompress, relax, and feel tooooootally recharged. As a plus, their shower products smell GREAT and you can also purchase them at the spa! read more

Well Within Spa - Private room with view - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Didn't realize there was another spa in Santa Cruz other than Tea House Spa! Overall, I enjoyed my time with Well Within more than Tea House Spa. I felt that this establishment was more spacious and less money-greedy. The lobby, bath room, and sauna were all more roomy. I remember the sauna at THS had one bench and felt cramped. WW has a bench with two tiers (think bleachers). A problem I had with THS was their soaps. Everything was in a bottle so "high-quality" that I could barely squeeze out any shampoo and body soap. Another problem was the staff at THS gave us a 10 minute warning but came back way before my reservation was over. I booked until 6:30 but was made to leave 6:17. WW did not rush us at all. I definitely think WW was worth the $ but I can see how THS' entrance is aesthetically pleasing. read more

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A breathtaking experience! We had a much-needed self-care day and it was so worth it. Unfortunately, the massages were all booked for the day, but we were lucky enough to get the hot tub & sauna tea experience with the outdoor koi fish view! The parking situation isn't the best, but there's a lot to do around the area if you do end up parking far out. We parked at a lot which was a few blocks away. It was near some restaurants and it was perfectly fine! We even walked a few more blocks after our relaxing time to get some ice cream. Everything around the area is pretty walkable since it is downtown Santa Cruz. :) If you are on the fence about coming here, consider this your sign to go! read more

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One of my favorite places in Santa Cruz to get a massage. The massage therapists are knowledgeable and can help you recharge. If you book through the week days, you can get a relaxing room with the sauna and hot tub included with a 50 minute massage. The interior is a bit dated but they more than compensate with the cleanliness. It is very clean and well maintained. It is the go to place in Santa Cruz to relax and unwind!! read more

Well Within Spa - Complimentary hot tea with a relaxation room - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Great location and great facility. We booked 3 days earlier for a weekend slot. This is the place if you like hot tub and some zen. We tried room 4 which is indoor, same rooms are 5and 6. Room 2 I believe is an outdoor pool. The room has private sauna and shower. The bathroom is shared though. The room also provides towels and chairs tea. What I really like is the sound of streams in the yard outside of the room. With the sauna and hot tub it just feels so relaxing. After the session I feel my whole body has pores open and breathing. Staff will kindly remind you 10 minutes before session ends. The rooms are cleaned between every sessions and water is exchanged everyday. read more

Well Within Spa - Room 4 indoor spa - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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My bf & I booked for the couples package (50 min massage + 50 min hot tub & sauna room). Our masseuses were really good & we felt relaxed the entire time! Clean & friendly environment. Loved it! read more

Well Within Spa - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

SC native, been coming here for years off and on. When my wife got the time to make the drive to Refuge, that is our go to relaxation spa day spot cause you get a lot of bang for your buck and you can stay as long as you out like. But if you're looking for a private spa in Santa Cruz area, Well Within is great and a solid experience. The rooms are always clean and kept up well, the staff is friendly and personable. I haven't had a massage here in years, but the last one was good. Most rooms are equipped with a sauna and hot tub. The Onsen room is nice with an outdoor soaking tub that you can add Epsom salts to. The only negative to the Onsen tub is that when you get in the room the tub is barely filled and you have to wait for it to fill. So if you got the room for 50min you're wasting some time waiting for it to fill. But that's a minor downside cause we're talking 5 min or so. Also the Onsen tub is tough to fit in as a couple, my wife and I are fairly fit but I'm a tall guy and we struggle to sit comfortably in it at the same time. Their hot tubs are plenty big though, could be a bit hotter sometimes. Also for those looking for steam rooms, you won't find one here. Just sauna and hot tub. The Japanese zen garden area you can view from your room is nice and tranquil. Privacy is nice here. The minor critiques for this place are outweighed by the good and for what you're paying you're getting a consistently nice relaxing experience. read more

The staff is so calm and nice. Everything is so clean and great hair products and body wash too. The onsen was hot and lovely. The sauna was great to dry off in. The tea was superb with the bath. So needed for all parents. If you are in Santa Cruz as a local or visiting like me, then you must visit!!!!!! And spoil yourself. All this for $50!!!! For 45 mins. Amazing. Just shower before and unplug the tub when you are done. Enjoy!!!! 100/100 + if you have to bring children they allow you to do so but only in the morning. :) read more

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We have been to Well Within about 4 times now. Always clean, the staff is helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. We have used room 1 with a sauna and soaking tub. It was nice be able to adjust the soaking tub temperature. We made it a warm soak first, then a cold plunge. Rooms are stocked with body soaps and shampoos. We have also favored room 3 which has a sauna and outdoor tub. Definitely recommend this place. read more

Well Within Spa - Entrance - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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This was one of the highlights of our trip! My fiancé found this hidden gem and decided to give it a try. Two people, 50 minutes for $35 each?! What a GREAT price! Plus they have deals throughout the week. The onsen was a tight fit for two people, so make sure you're comfortable with each other! At first, we asked for a hot onsen bath, but after spending some time in the sauna, a cold bath sounded a lot nicer. We were able to adjust the temperature throughout our time. Friendly staff, clean amenities and loved our experience. read more

Well Within Spa - Hot, warm or cold Onsen - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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I booked a couples massage and hot tub/sauna service for my anniversary and it was such a relaxing time! It really transports you to an zen garden in the heart of a city. When you book a couples massage, expect to be separated into different rooms for your massage. It was my first time going to a massage therapist and Nicolette made me feel so comfortable! We did go over time which cut into our hot tub experience, but it was worth it :) My boyfriend loves massages but he said that his experience was relaxing but didn't get out the knots he needed. I think he might be a picky grader since he goes to massages often! Things to know when booking: -Street parking available, luckily my boyfriend and I found a spot next to the location. You shouldn't have to walk more than 5 minutes -Bring your own slippers if you're going to the hot tub! We were provided a robe to wear after the massage so you won't need to worry about changing -Ladies, you may get oil in your hair during your massage when they massage your neck. I think this is completely normal. Just let them know beforehand and they'll be sure not to spread it up! - This might be a no brainer, but bring clothes that are easy to change in and out of haha (I ended up wearing like 4 layers) - They will provide complimentary tea during the hot tub and sauna along with towels Overall, it was a great experience! read more

Well Within Spa - Outdoor Hot tub - Massage Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Truly exquisite 50 minute massage today. The masseur was named either Adam or Aaron (I'm so sorry, the massage blissed me out so much I scrambled your name in my memory). He was extremely competent and professional and I very much recommend him! I carry horrible knots in my shoulders and neck, and he worked on them with skill and precision. I am relaxed in a way I haven't been in a long time. Thank you so much!! read more

Booked a spa room with the hot tub and sauna, very relaxing and peaceful! I loved the garden view, it was so serene with koi fish even, it was a wonderful experience! My only input is that the tub is a little run down and the towels a little dingy, but very clean other than that. Will be back again! read more

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My husband and I have visited Well Within a few times before, and we keep coming back! We have never used their massage services but their soaking tubs and saunas are wonderful. Their house tea which is provided with service is delicious, calming and caffeine free. They play soft instrumental music in the rooms and it's really quite relaxing, and very private. read more