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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Dec 23, 2009 @ 10:51 am

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    Sano Spa
    Monterey, CA
    by Doranpskincare
    on Dec 18, 2009 @ 5:55 pm

    I booked a facial & hot stone massage. The massage was great Sonja was amazing very nurturing touch and the hot stones were the perfect temp. The facial was canceled their estetician no showed 2nd time it happened to me there. The spa is beautiful but the construction was not so great. You can hear everything going on in the spa from the treatment room. A couple had a full on conversation about their dinner plans that I had to listen to WHILE I wa getting a massage. And if anyone walked by it sounded like a herd of animals... not too relaxing. read more >>

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    The Spa at Beverly Wilshire
    Beverly Hills, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Dec 11, 2009 @ 1:12 pm

    This spa is so beautiful! Had frothy hot cocoa served while waiting, had a decadent choc peppermint massage, wrapped from head to toe with a detox product, scalp massage with products to rejuvenate my scalp and hair, and overall felt like I'd just stepped into my own special pampering holiday wonderland. FAB! read more >>

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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by Kyle
    on Dec 3, 2009 @ 11:38 pm

    I was very impressed and surprised that 1. The Spa encourages the guest to arrive early and stay as long after their treatment. 2. In, addition, I found the quantification, ownership and staff satifation nice to see. Seina was one of the original therapists and commented that the Spa Terre is very nice to come to everyday for Her " Passion" Nice to see someone truly enjoy going to work. I will be back and Check out the new Membership program and Tennis Shop read more >>

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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by robertnkenn5152
    on Dec 1, 2009 @ 7:26 pm

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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Dec 1, 2009 @ 4:09 pm

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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Dec 1, 2009 @ 3:53 pm

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    SpaTerre at The Riviera Resort and Spa
    Palm Springs, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Dec 1, 2009 @ 3:49 pm

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    Ciel Spa at SLS Hotel
    Los Angeles, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Nov 24, 2009 @ 6:18 pm

    Incredibly luxurious, gorgeous ambiance with relaxation lounge with dark chocolates, tea and fruit, not to mention high high quality services. What's not to love? read more >>

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    Ocean Spa & Fitness Center at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
    Santa Monica, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Oct 19, 2009 @ 11:41 am

    The spa is a constant top performer with its services. It truly provides top massages, with the therapists having their own styles of a healing touch and warm spirit to boot. The spa has been recently redone and updated, which makes it even more relaxing. I like to spend 20 minutes or so taking in the ocean after the treatment, making the whole experience really rejuvenating! read more >>

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    Agua Spa at the Mondrian Hotel Los Angeles
    Los Angeles, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Oct 2, 2009 @ 12:51 am

    First time to try this skincare line, which is made with lots of love and TLC by a Mom / Daughter duo, incorporating pearls, minerals, peptides, metals and even amethyst, sapphire, gold, platinum and silver! How could you not feel like a million bucks?? And my skin looked radiant. Extra special? The facial included a light Thai massage plus a facial massage that was heavenly. Extra extra special? Even gemstones / crystals placed on chakra points for light energy clearing. That's what I call a value-packed, enriching facial experience! Can't wait to return ... read more >>

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    Sage Spa at the Morongo Resort & Casino
    Cabazon, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Aug 18, 2009 @ 2:18 pm

    I had a fantastic spa experience that was affordable and heavenly - the therapists were professional and had a great touch. Loved the amenities - locker room was great as well! And then I hung out at the pool and had a great gourmet dinner in the Penthouse. Played some games and listened to live music that night. Next morning I went shopping at the Outlets next door. You can't beat this kind of incredible experience - from the relaxation to the food and games to the shopping! Next time I'll take more of my friends - it's perfect for our getaway! read more >>

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    Estrella Spa at the Viceroy Palm Springs
    Palm Springs, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Aug 14, 2009 @ 12:25 pm

    This is the spa I went to recently for a quick getaway. It's an intimate hotel, which I love, with a very cool vibe but not pretentious. There's still a warmth, even though it's all in white! The spa had a small menu but everything they do, they do well. I had a body treatment that was sublime - loved the Red Flower products and Tim really is professional and has a fantastic touch. Spend the day and lounge by the pool. It's a great retreat. read more >>

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    Aqua Star Spa
    Beverly Hills, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Jul 3, 2009 @ 6:40 pm

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    Rock Spa
    San Diego, CA
    by asianchick
    on Jun 15, 2009 @ 6:01 pm

    I got a faboulous massage from this excellent therapist. Daniel was absolutely amazing, caring and perfect during the whole massage. He made me feel very comfortable, and taken care of. His touch is magic. Went there other times, but other people do a ok massage only. I would not change Daniel with anyone else. read more >>

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    Rock Spa
    San Diego, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Jun 15, 2009 @ 5:43 pm

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    LeSpa At Sofitel L.A.
    Los Angeles, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on May 6, 2009 @ 7:55 pm

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    The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
    Westlake Village, CA
    by Sherbear
    on May 5, 2009 @ 8:57 pm

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    The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
    Westlake Village, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on May 5, 2009 @ 8:51 pm

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    INTERCONTINENTAL Los Angeles Century City
    Los Angeles, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Apr 23, 2009 @ 12:01 pm

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    Aqua Star Spa
    Beverly Hills, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Apr 21, 2009 @ 1:11 pm

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    The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
    Westlake Village, CA
    by MollyB
    on Apr 12, 2009 @ 10:31 pm

    This Spa did not disappoint. From the moment I walked in it felt like a magical oasis with the fragrances and music you come to love when you want to relax. The tranquility lounge was amazing with all of the beautiful orchids intertwined with a unique water feature. I had a facial called the Signature Kate and it was the most blissful 80 minutes I have spent in a long time. Loved it so much I invited my mom, aunt, and cousin 2 days later for a girls day, enjoyed a massage, had lunch by the pool, and returned to my room feeling blissful once again. read more >>

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    Rock Spa
    San Diego, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Apr 4, 2009 @ 3:08 pm

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    Rock Spa
    San Diego, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Apr 4, 2009 @ 3:07 pm

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    Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa
    Indian Wells, CA
    by bevdav
    on Mar 24, 2009 @ 3:42 pm

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    The Chopra Center for Wellbeing
    Carlsbad, CA
    by missjon3s313
    on Mar 16, 2009 @ 9:36 pm

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    The Chopra Center for Wellbeing
    Carlsbad, CA
    by tropicalgirl
    on Mar 16, 2009 @ 11:41 am

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Mar 8, 2009 @ 3:34 am

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    Spa Elia at the Hotel Los Gatos
    Los Gatos, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Feb 15, 2009 @ 10:48 pm

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    I-SPA
    San Francisco, CA
    by Darianp
    on Feb 13, 2009 @ 8:53 pm

    My wife and I went to this spa after the spa we originally intended to visit called and canceled on us (with only 2 hours notice). I-spa was accomodating, incredibly nice, and really cared. My wife said her massage was the best she's ever had. Mine was good (although not the best ever). I will heartily reccomend the I-Spa to anyone visitng the SF area. The hotel, the Intercontinental is quite nice as well. read more >>

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    LeSpa At Sofitel L.A.
    Los Angeles, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Feb 3, 2009 @ 12:36 pm

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    Aqua Star Spa
    Beverly Hills, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Jan 29, 2009 @ 6:35 pm

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    La Costa Resort and Spa
    Carlsbad, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Jan 22, 2009 @ 6:26 pm

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    I-SPA
    San Francisco, CA
    by AllyFram
    on Jan 19, 2009 @ 6:52 pm

    Decided to give this place a shot beause of a friend's recommendation. She's a loyal I-Spa Member and comes here very very often for her mani pedis, massages and facials (she swears by the Ip5 Pro Peel!!!) Let me start off by saying that I was in a really bad mood that day and just wanted some well needed peace and quiet and a relaxing mani pedi!! I that so much for a girl to ask?!?!?! By the time I walked out..... It was a whole new day and all my troubles were lifted!! (haha sounds corny but I'm SERIOUS!!!) So back to my experience... as soon as I walked in I was really impressed by the gorgeous and tranquil atmosphere of the spa. The front desk greeter was very warm and welcoming and just what I needed on this day. I was half hour early for my treatment and I knew that they have a beautiful spa terrace so I asked if I could relax outside while I waited. O-M-G... gorgeous!! IT was a BEAUTIFUL day outside and I sat in a comfy chair reading my book and sipping tea while I waited... I mean, come on now!!!... what other downtown San Francisco hotel has a huge, reaxing outdoor terrace as part of their spa. Apparently you can order off a spa cuisine menu here and take yoga classes too (MY NEXT ISPA EXPERIENCE!!!!!!) My day was already getting better at this point. The mani/pedi room is just a little jewel of a place!!!! So unlike the loud, obnoxious salons with the TVs blasting and distracting, stress inducing neon lights!!!!!!! Thank God. The walls are adorned with very pretty blue tile and candles lined against the wall. The seating is also unlike many other spas. You take your seat on what feels like a comfy and plush couch. Huge pillows sit on a soft bench and you can adjust them to your comfort level. My manicurist was very sweet and very concerned about my comfort level and needs. I sat for the first 10 minutes with my feet soaking in a luxurious bath of warm water and bath salts. Aside from the usual trimming, filing, and sloughing I opted for a leg scrub. It was well worth it and I left the spa with baby soft legs and feet! OK, SO MY FAVORITE PART OF THE PEDICURE...... AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING FOOT MASSAGE!!! She combined a sweet lavendar frangranced lotion with some type of oil and lathered it on just PERFECTLY!!! OMG I could have fallen asleep there and woken up the next day. Bad mood?? OVER IT!!!! They offer magazines if you choose but I was too relaxed to even read. I just wanted to sit there and enjoy. The manicure was just as delicious!! One thing I REALLY really liked about this spa is that they didn't do my manicure and pedicure at the same time. I was able to savor every single moment of this well worh it spa experience. As with a lot manicures and pedicures, they have a tendency to make you feel rushed and anxious. You know they want you outta there ASAP so they can move on to the next victim for those few extra bucks. THIS WAS DEFINITELY NOT THE CASE AT I-SPA. Besides for the awesome treatment I received, my polish on my toes and hands was flawless and I loved how she made sure that it was perfect. God Bless her! Bottom line... I am thrilled and excited that I found my "new favorite spa" and will be coming back at least once every two weeks. P.S. It's been at least 6 days since my manicure and NOT ONE SINGLE CHIP!!! Wooo hooooooo. If that's not a reason to keep going back then I don't know what is!! read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Jan 18, 2009 @ 7:10 pm

    Tried the hammam, the products are amazing in this. My skin felt new... just love this spa! All in white ... love it. read more >>

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    LeSpa At Sofitel L.A.
    Los Angeles, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Jan 18, 2009 @ 7:09 pm

    I loved the CARITAS signature facial. I've never experienced an exfoliation service like that - she uses her hands and it's a unique process to Caritas. Wild! I recommend this. The bath was very unique as well - the oxygen bubbles were so dense that i couldn't see my hands under the water! Gorgeous meditative room and unique experience. Recommended... read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by JCapra
    on Jan 12, 2009 @ 9:12 pm

    Spa Luce is located in the lovely Hollywood Hills on the fifth floor of the Renaissance Hotel. The ambiance is very warm & relaxing. My girlfriends and I loved the herbal steam room and the hot tea. We'll definitely be back again soon! read more >>

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    I-SPA
    San Francisco, CA
    by abeverhausen
    on Jan 12, 2009 @ 9:06 pm

    I-Spa is one of the best experiances that I have had at a spa. I will just do a step by step rating of this place. You walk into a very modern, clean space. You sit down and fill out a short for on where it hurts, what zit you need to have popped, ect ect. Then they take you to the locker room area. Although the lockers are a little bit cramped, who cares, its a locker for christ sakes. I am just going to throw my crap in it an lock it. There are robes and sandals in there for you to change into as well. The steam room is quite nice and is super close to the showers so if you like to do the jumping into the cold shower thing after a steam it is great. There are all of the immenities that you need in there, including razors. The lounge is super nice and relaxing. It has nuts and tea and spa water and elixers for you to enjoy and to read up about. There are also magazines if that is what floats your boat. The treatment was excellent. I had Valarie for my facial and Gary for my massage. Gary is really good at body work. He is able to keep you relaxed while getting all of the kinks out, which is a hard feat to accomplish. It was awesome. Valarie is extreamly well versed in skincare. She explained my skin type and what I needed to do on a daily basis to keep my skin looking good. I came out of the facial looking like a million bucks, it was awesome. read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by JCapra
    on Jan 12, 2009 @ 9:06 pm

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    I-SPA
    San Francisco, CA
    by nmelmac
    on Jan 12, 2009 @ 8:58 pm

    So I broke up with my boyfriend the other night, its nice when you have a pizza in hand and then you realize that you are dating a deuche and have to carry a pizza across town, what its still food and the fact that I didn’t throw it at him is a good thing. So I decided today that I need to turn a new leaf and start treating myself better. I decided to go to i-spa and get the whole shebang, nails, massage, scrub, this was especially good since it got the smell of that asshole off of me, and a facial. It was awesome. First off I went in and was received with a warm hello. It was nice. I filled out a brief form and then was shown to there locker room. They have a swiss shower! So the best thing in the world. The relaxation area was nice, it had teas, good ones I might add, and elixirs, fruit and nuts. It was great for a little snack. I was then taken to the room. I went into the massage first, then the scrub, awesome how smooth I am now, then the facial and the nails. Massage and scrub were excellent, which is expected from a spa. I had Lenira. She can rub you the right way. The scrub was cool because I got rinsed off in the vichy shower, which is fancy for a shower on a table. I liked it a lot. The facial was done by Janine. This women knows her skin. She suggested that I get the IP5 peel, since it takes off the outer layer of skin and leaves you with a luminous glow. It was great, it feels a bit weird the second day but by the third you look awesome. Nails were great. I got the full spa manicure and pedicure which was great, it included scrub and parrifin dip, so awesome. I never knew that your cuticles did not have to be so large. It was great. The whole experience was so great. I will suggest this place to everyone. I am so happy that I have a new me to go with being single. Maybe I will get a new someone else looking and feeling this good. Getting your self to look awesome = spending a bit of green, not to much I might add Feeling awesome = a bit of a sacrifice of time Dumping your lover = priceless read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Jan 9, 2009 @ 1:59 am

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    La Costa Resort and Spa
    Carlsbad, CA
    by 112399
    on Dec 26, 2008 @ 4:07 pm

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    Ocean Spa & Fitness Center at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
    Santa Monica, CA
    by Chase
    on Dec 23, 2008 @ 5:06 pm

    This day spa is FANTASTIC!! I had such a great experience there from the time I walked in the door till I left, great staff, lovely rooms, clean and neat and worth every penny. I'm going to definitely recommend this spa to my friends. It's like a the hidden jewel of Santa Monica. LOVE IT!!! read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Dec 8, 2008 @ 10:19 pm

    This involved cleansing, a form of supersonic microdermabrasion (not like the Clarisonic) and a muscle lift treatment that sculpts and lifts. I am feeling it fully in my neck right now! The spa is gorgeous, mostly all white, and they really know what they're doing. Highly recommend trying it. I am booking a service next for the Hammam, as that seemed like a WOW treatment, too. read more >>

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    Spa Luce
    Hollywood, CA
    by TheSpaAddicts
    on Dec 8, 2008 @ 10:16 pm

    I heard that if I had a massage here, it had to be a massage with Mo. He's from Cambodia, blind and incredibly talented. He gives an incredibly deep massage and can read your muscles intuitively. Highly recommend him! read more >>

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    LeSpa At Sofitel L.A.
    Los Angeles, CA
    by anonymous spa addict
    on Oct 1, 2008 @ 9:13 am

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