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26 Reviews by R, from Brooklyn, NY

A Touch of Inspiration

Ambience February 1, 2011 | 11 of 21 people found this review helpful

A Touch of Inspiration
Overall rating based on: 11 of 18 (61.11 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

I have to admit the ambience of this place alone wins over my vote. The friendly & attentive service also gets my vote. Overall a great place to visit. And the facial is to die for.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge

Not the best not the worst February 1, 2011 | 147 of 287 people found this review helpful

Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge
Overall rating based on: 6 of 12 (50 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Spa Facilities
0 of 5
Fitness Facilities
0 of 5

my mate treated me here for surprise stop along our road trip form NY and while the service is not the best, it is also not the worst. An okay spa to kill time at should need be.

I would visit this business again? No

Beach Beauty

Great for a couple February 1, 2011 | 16 of 37 people found this review helpful

Beach Beauty
Overall rating based on: 4 of 4 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

This is a great spa to visit when you want to do something romantic for that coupling highlight special be it around valentines, birthday, anniversary or just because. They cater and highlight such occassions. Someone treated me to just such and I was happily surprised and left with appreciation.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Bliss South Beach

Nice.... February 1, 2011 | 68 of 130 people found this review helpful

Bliss South Beach
Overall rating based on: 2 of 2 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

The place was beautiful and I am not sure if they are new as they did kind of carry that kind of vibe, but all the better as they were eager to please and I left this place well served.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach

Pricey but nice February 1, 2011 | 155 of 327 people found this review helpful

Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach
Overall rating based on: 10 of 14 (71.43 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Spa Facilities
0 of 5
Fitness Facilities
0 of 5

This place was a bit more pricier than had been expected. However, the service and atmosphere was amazing. I got a mud wrap as well as other services which included that of a facial, mani and pedi. All was well served and I would love to go back here upon my next visit.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa at The Plaza

This is what I call service February 1, 2011 | 147 of 289 people found this review helpful

Caudalie Vinothérapie Spa at The Plaza
Overall rating based on: 10 of 10 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
5 of 5
Service Variety
5 of 5
Spa Facilities
5 of 5
Fitness Facilities
5 of 5

This is what I call service! Combining that of preffessionalism with friendly and attentive servicing. I felt like I was being pampered which is EXACTLY what a sp treamtent should feel like. At one point, I will admit that I entered this place prior to eating anything so was a tad hungry, and when I believed a rumble was heard by the person servicing servicing me, they quickly ran out and brought me back some fruits and drinks. It was so nice! I thought that was the icing on the cake (as many would say).

I would visit this business again? Yes

Coldwater Creek, The Spa in Pembroke Pines

WELL DONE February 1, 2011 | 34 of 86 people found this review helpful

Coldwater Creek, The Spa in Pembroke Pines
Overall rating based on: 20 of 23 (86.96 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
5 of 5
Service Variety
5 of 5
Atmosphere
5 of 5
Staff Expertise
5 of 5

I love this place! I have never experienced anything bad while serviced here. The staff is friendly as well as responsively excellent. They converse when required and keep quiet amongst those times in meditation. The service itself well done... WELLL DONE!

I would visit this business again? Yes

Cynergy Spa

~Quaint but COZY~ January 31, 2011 | 9 of 21 people found this review helpful

Cynergy Spa
Overall rating based on: 7 of 8 (87.5 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
5 of 5
Service Variety
5 of 5
Atmosphere
4 of 5
Staff Expertise
5 of 5

I am a big fan of Spa going, and have to admit that although this place is quaint (small) it most certainly carry the following words of being quiant & COZY. I felt as though I was being paid special attention to. As though the spa was catering just to me. Not sure if it is because of the footage of this place, but I surely enough did enjoy being pampered here. I would definitely go again.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Ettia Holistic Day Spa

Ask for Vanessa when getting facials February 1, 2011 | 66 of 127 people found this review helpful

Ettia Holistic Day Spa
Overall rating based on: 8 of 9 (88.89 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

If you are to get a facial here my recommendation would be to request Vanessa. She is awesome for the likes of such. It was a real pleasure here.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Faina European Day Spa

Not so great when using a SpaFinder certificate January 31, 2011 | 129 of 271 people found this review helpful

Faina European Day Spa
Overall rating based on: 13 of 20 (65 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
1 of 5
Service Variety
1 of 5
Atmosphere
3 of 5
Staff Expertise
1 of 5

I have to agree with one of the other reviewers on here in which mentioned being ripped off when utilizing a spafinder gift certificate on any of the package deals presented. They told me the same thing. That they take an EXTRA percentage fee due to me getting two offers in one. Using a gift certificate should not be considered an offer likewise to that of a package deal service. The gift certificate had been paid in full and should count towards its full pricing. Due to this issue, I shall not be going back here again. Rather get my full worth at another Spa which is most likely nicer anyway.

I would visit this business again? No

FineLiving New York Ayurveda

small place but good service January 31, 2011 | 68 of 141 people found this review helpful

FineLiving New York Ayurveda
Overall rating based on: 11 of 13 (84.62 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
4 of 5
Service Variety
3 of 5
Atmosphere
3 of 5
Staff Expertise
4 of 5

This place is not as wondrous in atmosphere, however do offer great services that are indeed pleasing to the touch. I was a tad skeptical when I walked through the door, but no longer carry any doubts within their service. small place with descent service!

I would visit this business again? Yes

Forever Young Sports Spa

An off day maybe?... Hmmm... January 31, 2011 | 63 of 129 people found this review helpful

Forever Young Sports Spa
Overall rating based on: 5 of 8 (62.5 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
1 of 5
Service Variety
3 of 5
Atmosphere
3 of 5
Staff Expertise
1 of 5

This place offer great package deals however I cant really say that I enjoyed the one I chose. I dont know if it was just an off day for the person dealing with me, but I did find them to carry on with a bit of an tude' (attitude that is). And when servicing me, it was very rough. Even when I let them know that, they still were a bit heavy handed with me. Perhaps they needed to go home and get out some of that aggression themselves before helping me to relieve some of mine. Geez... My friend thinks this place is awesome and told me I have to give it a second shot. I dont know... I am scared the next time round' they are going to take me into the torture chamber and pull out the nipple clamps and such likings... A little to orough for my taste...

I would visit this business again? No

Gita Gabriel Spa

Good reviews but my pockets are not so blessed to roll w/the big league January 31, 2011 | 41 of 78 people found this review helpful

Gita Gabriel Spa
Overall rating based on: 3 of 3 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
3 of 5
Service Variety
3 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

I heard this place was one of the best around. However, all I was able to afford was a few eyelash extensions. Which they did do well. Unfortunately, a tad too pricey over all for me.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Jean Claude Biguine Salon, Medi Spa, and Academy

wow, wow and WOW February 1, 2011 | 1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Jean Claude Biguine Salon,  Medi Spa, and Academy
Overall rating based on: 4 of 4 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

I am not eusre if it is because the day I went they were training some newbies which were eager to please. Combine that with the professionals here and I received one of the best experiences as to date. AWESOME! I will definitely be going back. For the massage, pedi, mani, facials, as well as make up/hair. Def recommend~

I would visit this business again? Yes

Mandarin Oriental, New York

Great for killing time or just for atmosphere January 31, 2011 | 175 of 356 people found this review helpful

Mandarin Oriental, New York
Overall rating based on: 12 of 13 (92.31 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
1 of 5
Service Variety
3 of 5
Spa Facilities
5 of 5
Fitness Facilities
5 of 5

The atmosphere of this place is beautiful. When you step through the door you almost feel like a star (as I should). However, the treatment sessions are not as good as many of the other places I have frequent. In fact, it the massage I received as well as the facial, wasnt really relaxing at all. I felt like I was being handled by an unprofessional. All in all, if you are going in for something to kill time in between lunch sessions or such, its an okay place to go. Just dont expect an awesom experience here. Breathe and inhale on the atmosphere rather that of the service. Then and only then, you will not be disappointed.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Massage Envy Spa - Miramar Square

Small and unprofessional February 1, 2011 | 18 of 35 people found this review helpful

Massage Envy Spa - Miramar Square
Overall rating based on: 7 of 9 (77.78 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

Its one thing to be unappy with the atmosphere of the place which this location was just that. Small and not very eye pleasing. However, if the service was great it would make up for where it lacked. But it didnt! I wasnt the least bit impressed and this is me with an open mind. I do not recommend.

I would visit this business again? No

Miami Detox Spa at Dr. Jarrett's Wellness Center

Overall a plus February 1, 2011 | 54 of 106 people found this review helpful

Miami Detox Spa at Dr. Jarrett's Wellness Center
Overall rating based on: 21 of 23 (91.3 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

Great detox spa. The pricing was reasonable and the experience was worthy. I enjoyed and would recommend.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Orchid Aesthetics Medical Spa

Descent package deals January 31, 2011 | 71 of 152 people found this review helpful

Orchid Aesthetics Medical Spa
Overall rating based on: 5 of 7 (71.43 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
4 of 5
Service Variety
4 of 5
Atmosphere
4 of 5
Staff Expertise
4 of 5

I went to this spa by recommendation of a friend and found the experience to be a positive one. I got the laser hair removal package and compared to other places thought it to be a stead-deal. I shall be re-visiting this place again soon.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Randee Elaine Spa & NY Laser Center

No Wait January 31, 2011 | 56 of 111 people found this review helpful

Randee Elaine Spa & NY Laser Center
Overall rating based on: 37 of 45 (82.22 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
4 of 5
Service Variety
4 of 5
Atmosphere
4 of 5
Staff Expertise
4 of 5

I love that I made an appointment and as soon as I walked in was greeted and serviced right away. The price is also within good range with fair service. got the shiatsu massage treatment and although a tad rough, when I spoke up on that, things did improve. Hey, you cant beat the price and no wait factor. Overall I would give it an A-

I would visit this business again? Yes

Skin Institute

One of the best places for skin advice February 1, 2011 | 58 of 87 people found this review helpful

Skin Institute
Overall rating based on: 22 of 22 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

This is by far on eof the best places to go for skin issues/advice. I felt like I was at the dermatologist paying a consultant to advise me of my troubles BUT with more... I got treatments, was checked out and personally attended to in a way that made me feel as though I was paying these people top dollar. Very nice place and the advice I took with me left my skin in a much better place as to date. Still I keep pace with such methods and plan to go back here upon my next trip to the area.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Skintology Skin and Laser Center

Just awesome February 1, 2011 | 86 of 173 people found this review helpful

Skintology Skin and Laser Center
Overall rating based on: 10 of 11 (90.91 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

My friend recommended I get a Photorejuvenation facial for some of my concerned skin issues... Well, this was the first time I tried such and this is at the location in which it occurred. I went there yesterday for my first treatment. I am to do a process of 5. So far no results which is as to be expected for it was only 1 out of the 5 to occur. However, the staff was very professional and attentive towards my needs/concerns so that alone deserves an A. They also offered me a free mud mask treatment which I took up on and my skin felt so smooth thereafter. I am already in love with this place. This is how businesses should run... Give a free sample (upon approval), and if we like we shall return. Just awesome...

I would visit this business again? Yes

Sky & Sea Spa

average February 1, 2011 | 71 of 131 people found this review helpful

Sky & Sea Spa
Overall rating based on: 3 of 6 (50 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

affordable pricing & average services. The job got done but without the extra umph

I would visit this business again? Yes

Standard Spa, Miami Beach, The

The name say it all February 1, 2011 | 124 of 239 people found this review helpful

Standard Spa, Miami Beach, The
Overall rating based on: 8 of 10 (80 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Spa Facilities
0 of 5
Fitness Facilities
0 of 5

It is exactly what it states... the standard spa... just something to do while killing time. Let alone while on vacation. Visit here just for that touristy experience. Average minus if you ask me

I would visit this business again? Yes

Sunpoint Retreat

Did I look like Beyonce that day?... January 31, 2011 | 26 of 50 people found this review helpful

Sunpoint Retreat
Overall rating based on: 1 of 2 (50 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
1 of 5
Service Variety
1 of 5
Atmosphere
1 of 5
Staff Expertise
1 of 5

Soooo.... I decided to check this place out by word of mouth through someone whom saw it in the area I was inquiring within as to what there was to do around. I was told they give fair package deal treatments. Maybe I need a hearing aid. Cause when I walked in and inquired as to the pricing of their services I swore they must have mistaken me for Beyonce... Ended up leaving and finding a more reasonable spa.

I would visit this business again? No

Water Lily Spa

fruit scrub February 1, 2011 | 44 of 93 people found this review helpful

Water Lily Spa
Overall rating based on: 10 of 12 (83.33 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

The fruit scrub was a first for me here... It was interesting. Not sure it made a lasting difference for me although my skin was nice afterwards (because it had been cleaned). However, they do offer other services which I plan to try out. And what does it for me is the attentive and friendly people here.

I would visit this business again? Yes

Waves Spa at FIU

A must! February 1, 2011 | 67 of 128 people found this review helpful

Waves Spa at FIU
Overall rating based on: 3 of 3 (100 %) Customers would visit this business again
Service Quality
0 of 5
Service Variety
0 of 5
Atmosphere
0 of 5
Staff Expertise
0 of 5

Wow, I am from NY originally and while on vaca it is a must to frequent the spa (ummm even while not on vaca!). This was one of the many I visited and I must admit that the service here exceded that of much of the service I had received in NY. A must especially for the massages. THEY LISTEN HERE.

I would visit this business again? Yes