Awe Spa

I love this place. I have been here twice and both times were great. I always ask for the girl name Tiki. Try the awesome trifecta, it’s the most relaxing, stress release massage you can get. The price is reasonable too. The interior design is not too bad. The employees are nice. The other thing I like about this place is they have locker room and a lounge where you can relax and chill.

First time visiting Awe Spa and overall the experience was ok. Work has been hectic over the last 3 weeks and I needed a quick fix to relief tension in my shoulders. I made it known that my shoulders and upper back were extremely tense and I only got a total of about 5 minutes attention on that area. A little disappointed about that and I got the combination massage… really rough yet I asked to ease up a couple times and she listened. Ill say that I do like they’re open late, got me in right away, it’s an hour long massage with decent to cheap rate. Convenient to get to. The décor is pretty outdated but I chose this place strictly for a massage, not a heavenly experience. If I wanted that I would have made the hike to Burke Williams. I’d go back again but it’s not a place that’s high on the list.

I’m pretty sure I got a massage from the receptionist. And I’m hoping she is better at receptioning than she is at massages. But my girlfriend thought hers was good enough.

I love hot stone massage! You can always ask for special price for the hot stone here. It’s the best in town. Not recommend this type of massage for people that have very sensitive skin… for me? It’s PERFECT! Massage itself also very good. I and my boyfriend love this place. They have a nice couples room. Lovely!
Private parking in the back of building. AGood price as well. Oh. They don’t accept American Express but visa/​master card are okay!
5 starts for sure!!!

Had my very first massage and body scrub with Awe Spa earlier tonight and it was fantastic! Between moving into a new apartment in the area, the holiday craziness, and stressful work weeks, tonight was the best treat yo’self present I could give to myself. I had the Trifecta massage and 30 minute body scrub with Jan. Overall, it was a great experience with a new spa and I am definitely going back. Also, whatever scrub she used, it SMELLED GLORIOUS. I don’t know if it was jasmine or rose oil, but I loved it. I felt like a bouquet of flowers had been rubbed all over me – no joke, ahhhmazzing. On the walk back home, I literally could not stop smelling my arm.

If you are looking for a quality massage for an amazing price, this is your place. It is by no means a spa like Burke-​Williams, but the staff is friendly and the services are great for the cost!

Like an old lady’s long-​owned vinyl purse, the atmosphere is tattered, out of style and in need of updating. The physical space feels dusty and musty. The bathrobe was tattered with holes. The «dressing room» had a sink and a bunch of cubbies for your clothes. It didn’t make me feel very relaxed.
The massage experience matched the environment. I had a hot stone massage (part of a couples massage). The pressure was mild. You were barely aware of the stones. We both felt like there was hardly any deep tissue pressure and that the massage ended before it began. We both left feeling a bit «greasy» as the post-​massage wipe down was not helpful.
On the plus side, the people working there seemed earnest and sincere. Luckily, we bought a discounted promotion on a social media site (the reason we went there), so at the reduced price, we probably had an experience commensurate with what we paid, but otherwise, not a great experience.

I discovered this place with my girlfriend almost two years ago for a valentines day special. We’ve both been going back since then. The establishment feels like an old home converted into a massage parlor. For the price though, that is expected. The massage itself is amazing. Kate does a wonderful hot stone massage which I highly recommend.

Really nice people, and really good customer service. I went twice. The massages were good, but not great. Anyhow, good place and good people and a decent massage.

I had a particularly crazy stressy couple weeks at work. And one day I came home and my boyfriend said you’re going to go get a massage. He called Awe Spa ahead and set it all up for me.
I got a 30 min body scrub then a 60 min shiatsu massage from Jen. It was amazing. I felt comfortable. There wasn’t too much chatter. Everything was nice and quiet and peaceful. All the other ladies working were incredibly nice and friendly.
Yeah, and afterwards I was half stoned from relaxation. Can’t wait to go back.

This place is a hidden gem. I feel relaxed just walking through the front door. The Staff is extremely friendly and courteous and they take care of you as soon as you walk in.
Unlike other places I’ve been, there is no feeling of discomfort or vulnerability. I feel totally comfortable during the whole experience. The girls who do the massages really know what they are doing. They are also very good at taking direction when you ask for hard or soft. They know all the pressure points and are very knowledgeable about the body. They atmosphere inside is very tranquil and dimly lit with each room scented with the ideal aroma for whatever you are having done.
These people really know how to make you feel incredible while squeezing the stress from every limb of your body. While I am glad the place is not more popular for selfish reasons, I highly recommend this place and have done so an many occasions.

I am in town a few times a year for business and after a long flight, I usually try and get a massage within the first two days. I have been coming here since 2010 (I actually wrote a review then) and figured I would post another one to let you know how my experiences have gone for the the past 4 years at Awe Spa.
As soon as I know I’m flying in, I give them a call to ensure I can get in either the same or next day from when I will arrive. Only once has this ever been a problem but it was to be expected because it was Valentine’s week. I always start by just chilling out on the couch in my robe sipping some flavored water to begin the unwinding process. After about 5 minutes of doing nothing, I’m ready for a massage.
I usually get the deep tissue or thai massage and have it has always been what I needed after flying in. I’ve never tried the hot stone massage but my friend who told me about the place said he really enjoys those. I personally like the deep tissue better because it helps to remove the tense-​ness (is that a word? :) of flying for 3 + hours. Afterwards, I always grab a shower to rinse off the oils and make my self look presentable.
This place is great for the price, cheaper than some of the ones I go to in Cincinnati and a better massage in my opinion. It’s exactly what I’m looking for to try and loosen up the tension and to get ready to carpe diem.

I bought a couple massage. I was charmed by getting a foot soaking before and a glass of bubbly as we went there close to valentines day.
The massage itself was good unfortunately I didn’t fully get a chance to relax. Our 2 masseurs kept hitting the sink or was it the trash that was in the room while they were walking around the tables.

The massage was AWESOME!
I got the groupon for the couples hot stone massage and was very pleased with the massage.
Overall, I would come back again but here are a observations to keep in mind:
BOOKING
Definitely make sure you call before you buy if you have a specific date you are looking to have your massage. This especially true if you buy the Groupon because they obviously won’t give groupon people the best times, especially at short notice.
AMBIANCE
They have done a nice job transforming the space into a relaxing spa. It doesn’t have the look of a high end spa but then again, they don’t charge high-​end prices so you shouldn’t expect that.
AMENITIES
I was a little disappointed that they didn’t have a robe in my size and it looks like one that may have fit better was in the dirty laundry basket which was completely full. If you have a guy coming in for an appointment you should make sure you have a robe to fit him, don’t you think?
It doesn’t seem like they have anything other than a shower so don’t come here looking for a steam room/​sauna

Full disclosure: after my initial 2-​star review I was offered a gift certificate from the owner for a free massage in order to give awe spa another chance.
I was pleasantly surprised to have been offered a free massage for my review, this is the first time it’s happened in all of my Unilocaling. I’ve been pretty busy but eventually found time to get a free massage :-P. I made an appointment the day before and was able to schedule a massage with a different masseuse than I had last time. Everything that was sub-​par in my first visit was a complete 180 and much better this time.
The fluorescent lights in the lobby were off and instead they had nice incandescent lamps. The receptionist was friendly, asked me if I liked the temperature (and adjusted it when I mentioned it felt a little cool for my taste). The masseuse (Daniel) met me immediately after I walked out of the changing area and showed me into a nice dim room.
This massage was probably one of the best I’ve ever had. Daniel is not just a fantastic masseuse, he’s an artist. He was extremely conscientious about little details, initial touches, and being very thorough from top to bottom. He used lots of warm damp towels and was overall very sensitive and thoughtful. He has great rhythm and took the time to do every part of the body right. Particularly the details that went into the hand massage and the head massage were just above and beyond what masseuses normally give time for. At the end he made sure my sandals were right by the massage table and also laid the robe over my torso so I didn’t have to walk 2 feet to get it off of the hanger. Really, royal treatment!
Needless to say I feel fantastic after such a good massage and will recommend Daniel and Awe Spa to my friends and co-​workers. Thank you Tanya for the gift certificate, I had a very wonderful experience.

I purchased a living social voucher for a couples massage with hot stone and aromatherapy upgrade, plus a glass of champagne each, for $ 99! What a steal! I decided to cash it in and treat ourselves to this and a lovely brunch afterwards one weekend, at Larchmont Bungalow in fact, which was only a block away. This spa is at a fabulous location, and comes with free parking in the back which is SO awesome. The lady at the front desk was very sweet and had we did not have to wait at all as she lead us straight up to the changing room. We got into comfy robes and wait in a loungy waiting area with water and coffee while our two masseuses prepped our room. We were ushered in shortly and treated to an excellent massage. They were both very professional and had really strong hands that worked my knots like you wouldn’t believe. I absolutely loved the hot stones and how they were incorporated into the massage, not just placed on your body to provide heat to relax the muscles, but used in the rubbing and strokes and kneading in the actual massage itself. Wonderful! the hour passed much too quickly, but luckily we had a glass of champagne waiting for us afterwards! I left feeling very relaxed and pleased with the entire experience. I highly recommend this location and their staff!

After my horrible experience with LA Bliss Spa, I decided to review a couple of my favorite places in my past where I did get great hot stone massages.
Awe spa was one of them. Very professional and relaxing. I went out of my way to tell my massage therapist that it the session is up on my list. The temperature of the stone was perfect, the strokes were perfect and I just left there feeling positive and relaxed. This is what a hot stone massage should be!

I planned to buy a Groupon for this place on Saturday but decided I should call first to check availability. The lady informed me they do appointments 7 days in advance. Ok, that’s fine, I wasn’t aware but do you have any openings for Sunday (it’s my husband’s birthday)? She checked & had something available. As soon as I mentioned I had a Groupon, that availability magically disappeared. WTH?! She went on to explain to me about the 7 day in advance BS again, so I hung up in her face. I would’ve understood if she would have stuck with, sorry we have nothing at this time.
If you advertise your business on Groupon, treat everyone the same! Don’t hold an opening for someone that may come in to pay «full price» because I’m spending my money as well. No one forced you to advertise your business on Groupon. I’m not sure what’s wrong w/​some of these businesses when it comes to the Groupon deals «they» advertise. It’s your company, don’t advertise! As if the Groupon customer has to be placed on the back burner. If that’s the case, take your business off the site for those that actually treat all customers fair across the board!

WOW! A hidden gem in the heart of Larchmont.
I received a one hour massage here as a birthday present and let me say, don’t let this tiny place fool ya! The swedish massage treatment I received was the best I’ve ever had. The masseuse was highly trained and felt like she was consistent for the full hour. Yes it is a no frills spa (not your peninsula or burke williams) so your money goes to the quality of your massage and here it is by far top notch, no BS. You WILL be saying «Awe» throughout your massage and feel happy and refreshed when it’s all over. I’m already dreaming of coming back for another hour in heaven and seriously can’t wait to book my next appointment.
So, if you’re not feeling like lounging around wasting time and ready to seriously bump out the kinks, come here to Awe Spa. They will treat you right and whip you back into harmony all for a reasonable price!

Zero stars. You couldn’t pay me to come back here.
I went yesterday with my fiancé because we both bought KGB deals online. I was so excited about this massage and so was he!
We got on the tables (couples room) and my massage therapist, while very nice, started the massage. It was hardly any pressure so I reminded her it was deep tissue to which she assured me it would be. It kept going on like this. She had no idea what she was doing and she just rubbed lotion on my back, like a friend applying sunscreen at the beach. There was no pressure, at all.
So eventually I said «can you add a little more pressure please?» and she laughed at me. Yep, laughed. But whatever, she got harder, but decided to elbow my butt instead of get into the shoulders or back, you know, the place where people carry a lot of tension.
So the massage goes on, and now that she’s using more pressure, she’s starting to feel the knots in my back. What does she do when she rolls over one? She flinches. She then IGNORES it and goes somewhere else that doesn’t have tension.
It was seriously like this woman had never ever given a massage or received one. She had no idea what to do with my body, and worse, when it was over (finally), my muscles were SCREAMING for a real rub down after that horrible tease.
The fiancé said his massage was good, not great, but at least he felt relief in his stiff shoulders.
You seriously couldn’t pay me $ 100 to hop back on that table with her again. It was so bad.
And, I NEVER do this, but this massage was so low quality that in the interest of better business, I don’t think anybody should have this lady as your therapist. If you want to know her name, message me and I’ll tell you so you can be sure to not go through massage hell like I did yesterday.