Yeliya

I have tried almost every Foot Massage in San Diego and Yeliya Spa is by far the best. The skill of the professionals giving the massage, cleanliness, and professionalism is unmatched. The «hot stone foot massage with paraffin wax and hot oil» is my favorite. It’s really a full body massage (with your clothes on)– and is better than most of the overpriced massages I’ve had at fancy resorts. I try to tip well since the massage professionals work so hard there and the prices are so reasonable. Best thing to do is try a few different people and when you find someone whose style «fits» with what you like, just request them each time. Everyone I have met there has been super friendly and professional.

My go to. They always have someone available, I have never waited more than 5 minutes. They have a stamp card that I have redeemed. Call in if you have a group, they will always accommodate you. It’s super cheap, no one has EVER been rude to me or my family. I love it.

Poor technique even though they potentially ask you at least $ 20 tips and if you swipe card they will charge you one more dollar.

Pleasantly surprised!
The outside of this place had me feeling very skeptical, but man am I glad I gave it a go.
When you walk inside, the place is calm and relaxing. The massage was very inexpensive and very well done. The bathrooms and surrounding areas were clean and everyone was very friendly. I will definitely be back soon.

Was shocked as hell to have such a fantastic experience here given the other reviews I read. All I can say is I went in at 8 PM and it was dead. I requested an hour foot massage and I ended up getting so much more than I expected. I asked for medium pressure and had a male masseuse by the name of Jack
He was so amazing. So much more than a foot massage. He pretty much did full body at times but most of my close stayed on. I will be coming back here regularly.

I looked at the Reader ever ao often and I saw a 1 hour maasage for $ 15.00! I was like yes awesome, plus the fact that it was near my house. Awesome sauce! So I took my husband and my 12 year old son. We love maasages! When we got there. I was like, oh no way way! When you walk in you feel really awkward. The first thing you see is a lady feeling and looking like a madam. Then aonther lady walks out with a really short dress. After that the heram walked out. Ok, I was like «don’t judge a book by its cover» right? The lady spoke barely no English. All she can say was «you pay. You pay now». Ok ok pushy much? So we paid, but as I paid another walked over and asked «are you getting hot stone massage» of course we said no and she just walked way.
Ok, thinking it will get better. Nope! We were walked in a room that was barely lit and a man laying down faced down with the same lady that asked us «you want a hot stone massage?» On top of the guy with her butt in the air and tong hanging out. Seriously, I was like oh hell no! Good thing I was the first one to walk in or my 12 year old would have seen that. Ok, geez! I paid already and all we wanted was a foot massage.
We all got a hot water foot bath and then the massage. I felt so uncomfortable that I had to keep an eye half open and kept looking over to my son and husband. Ok, the maasage was ok for $ 15.00. But I felt so uncomfortable that I couldn’t relax.
Maybe if I wanted a happy ending I’ll go back. Not!

Save yourself the trouble and find another place. The woman I got apparently was fielding phone calls and running back to the front desk to greet customers as she was giving me my massage.
Clearly, it was all about how many people they can get in the door rather than focusing on the customer. Not relaxing at all with interruptions from the phone ringing to numerous pauses during the session.
As a word of caution, my woman was inexperienced as she kept focusing on one area over and over again as she forgot where she left off after leaving the room. Also her technique was poor due to the fact she was using her elbow on the spine, so beware if you have back issues.

Kind of a weird atmosphere, but don’t let that sway you, the massage is incredible!!!
I was a bit skeptical because there was an obvious language barrier, and the «red light» had me feeling seedy, but my experience was entirely positive and very professional.
I had just come from the doctor, suffering from extreme tension. Doctor recommended a massage asap so I just used Google to find the closest spot. My massuer was «Jack», he asked «Soft, medium, or hard pressure?», but besides that he didnt say much (Again, obvious language barrier, but not in a bad way). I asked for hard pressure, and boy did I get it! However, Jack was highly intuitive, and backed off when he sensed I was close to my threshold. It was a full body massage, but he spent a lot of time on my upper back, which I LOVED! He was not shy about utilizing different angles and techniques to work on me. He was extremely professional and respectful, and I felt at ease the entire time.
Hours later, I do not feel sore or in pain. I feel fantastic! Thank you Jack!
(I ended driving 10 minutes to my bank and back to give him a good tip in cash)

I think this place is great! If you get the foot massage, it lasts an hour, and they massage your whole body. It costs $ 20 and $ 5 more for the hot stones. I have had both Jack and Mimi. Jack does a really firm massage and is very strong. Mimi does a great job also, and I prefer her because I don’t like it too hard. I like the atmosphere. It is semi-​dark and peaceful. They are very friendly and professional.

This is the place for a happy ending.
They offer women in skanky dresses with little to no massage technique. They just put hard pressure on you, slap you, and whisper «is that good for you» into your ear as they straddle you with their skirts lifted up.
My friend and I went in for a foot massage and came out feeling dirty…

1 hour foot massage with paraffin wax for 25 dollars was sooooo bomb! The lady took the bag of wax and massaged it all over my legs before she actually did the treatment omg it was amazing lol and all at once she put it on my legs and feet left leg then right leg it was great! So warm! They also put hot stones down for you to lay on and give you a hot oil massage at the end!!! Dude no other 20 dolla 1 hour massage place does this! And it was quiet in there! No kids screaming like other places I been to lol So good!!! I was brought to a room with red lights and Relaxing music. I was on there for like 4 minutes just standing and waiting for someone to tell me what to do lol The lady told me to sit I sat 3 minutes later she brings in a tub for me to soak me feet in and holds up a towel and says take of your cloths while I’m sitting there lol and I was like uhhhh ok the door open and all as people walk by, I was like screw it and just pulled over my shirts lol so I laid back she covered me up I was so warm and cozy and she put a lil towel over my eyes and said ok 5 minutes…5 mins later like she said a man massage guy comes in and asks how I like my pressure lol he was great but ended up leaving half way through noooooo!!! Lol and the receptionist lady took his place. They switched spots. Kinda lame! Maybe it’s because I was a walk in, make sure you call in advance they told me for next time. So indeed I will, I’ll be back! Can’t wait for next time!

I went with my dear Mom to get some massages. We choose 2 hours massage for my Mom and 2 hours massage for me. It was really relaxing. The pressure was perfect. I like the deep tissue, point pressure such as shiatsu type of massage. Slow but right to the target. Fixing my knots on my back and neck. I need a strong pressure on my back and my foot too. This is a great place to get those service. For my Mom, she needed light massage but lots of pressure on her foot.
We need some massage at least once a month!
Mimi, the lady who work at the front desk (probably the manager) was very nice. She made sure that we satisfied. We understood her English. Don’t worry, Mimi, we will be back next month. Ill make an appoint. for Sat or Sun before 1pm;-)
PS: it’s better to bring some cash to pay the service. You pay in advance before you get the massage. If you use a Credit card, there is a charge $ 1.00 to $ 2.00 it depends on the amount of services.

After we went dinner at Mongolian Hot Pot, I saw this place next to Mongolian Hot Pot so… hmmm… why can we go here to get some experience for relaxing our foot:-). We have some times. Therefore,
MY Mom got a great service from Mimi. She loves getting the foot massage. It was the best of the best, she told me!
Now, My sister got Sophia. It was my sister first time ever to get some massages, specially the foot massage She enjoyed it. It was perfecto!
For me, it was heaven. I got Ben. I need a deep tissue massage on my feet. Strong pressure for sure! I’ve been going to many places to get the foot massages n body massages. I went to Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquito, Convoy, Escondido, Hillcrest, Poway and Mira Mesa. I have to admit. Seriously, this place is the best. I’m coming back to get some regularly massages 2 times a month. I will call Ben to make an appointment. I’ll be back:-). THANK YOU.

Stopped in again recently, cause I had stress related issues. Very professional and very quiet. The staff does its best to make you relaxed. The masseuse is friendly, but does not speak English. Not a bad thing if all you want is a massage and no gibber jabber. They offer you a cup of water at the end, the cup holds about ½ once. It maybe their attempt at humor.
Anyway, I like their attentiveness and quality of the massage. I feel relaxed and refreshed after a visit.
Would highly recommend.

2.5 stars based on my first visit
I’m surprised this wasn’t listed as a «chinese massage» place because it seems very similar to all the other chinese massage places I have been.
I wasn’t sure what to think based on the reviews (and the photos?) but left feeling pleased with my massage and felt that it was a good value.
I got the $ 19.99 1 hr foot massage– expecting foot/​body combo as I have had other places, and it was. The front window also listed a $ 40/​hr whole body option. Small list on the front desk had their full range of services. Went in early evening after work.
I was led into a room with 4 – 5 beds; different than the chair/​foot massage I’ve had elsewhere. Tons of red lights everywhere, made me think of a haunted house haha but I’m a fan of regular (white?) light. Your feet soak while they massage your scalp, face, arms, then the feet/​leg portion, then you flip over and they do your back and legs. Jeff did a great job– I felt he was very attentive and able to find the spots in my back that were the tightest. Definitely good pressure. The foot massage was relaxing (not painful as reflexology-​styles can be).
Jeff was the only employee in the front when I came in, his English was limited but I still thought we were able to communicate fine about which massage I wanted and how to pay. During my massage he did ask if the pressure was ok.
A solid massage for a good price, I gave him a $ 10 tip since it was a hour long massage and he did a good job. Everything was clean, appeared to have multiple providers when I walked out (may have been busy when I first walked in), the place is pretty big. I will definitely be back another day. Hopefully will be my local walk-​in place.
FYI they don’t appear to take AmEx
EDIT:
Returned a second time in the morning, had a decent massage (so much elbow…).CC is $ 1 extra. Pay in advance, which is still a bit odd to me. All employees available were female. Got a different vibe this time. I’m going to leave it at that

I for one have had a good experience with the Chinese style massage at Yeliya. I found the manager and technician to be friendly and they do speak enough English. May, the female Chinese technician addressed a lower back problem with a vigorous massage of the area with good results. Other tight areas were treated as well. This a clean, legitimate Spa with private rooms at a reasonable price and the technicians work hard to please the customer

I came here with a coupon promoting this new massage place. I was hoping to like it since it is near where I live. I opted for hot stone for $ 5 more.
The massage started with someone coming in the room and placing a towel on my back and hot stones along my spine. i was then left there for ten minutes –very boring. A girl came in to massage me and gave me a very weak unskilled massage. I asked her a few times to go harder, which I think she tried, but it was still a weak massage (and i’m a thin 125 lb female). Most of the time it was more of an oil application than a massage. My feet weren’t massaged at all either. I wished I hadn’t gone and I was actually looking forward to the end of the massage. It is the next day and I definitely still need a massage. I guess it is maybe the luck of the draw which masseuse you get that makes the difference? Maybe I got a bad massage because I went late at night?
I am giving it two stars because about 5−10% of my massage was actually somewhat enjoyable and the place was clean.

Omg! Jason gave me the best massage I have had in a very long time. Speaks English, asked what pressure I liked and focused on my trigger points that needed extra attention. Bought package and bringing everyone I know. So, this is my FOURTH time here with Jason. Attentive, cordial, precise, and focused. Hot foot soak, Deep massage, leg and foot paraffin wax, hot stones and back massage with oil. Can’t wait until next week for my weekly pampering.

If you live in Clairemont Mesa or near-​by, get yourself a massage HERE!!! I had an amazing massage by Linda, she was phenomenal, lordy lord she was GOOOOD! If you need a massage, Do not miss this place! There’s a stamp card with the10th visit you’ll get a free massage. I love this place!!! Coming back real SOON!

Yeliya is located right next to Little Fat Sheep. You’d better bring someone who speaks Mandarin to help you communicate with the receptionist. A couple’s massage was about $ 80. At $ 40 per person, it really wasn’t too bad for SD. We went in for a 60 minute massage on a weekday night, literally 30 minutes before they closed.
They only had two ladies working, which was perfect for me and my boyfriend. We were put in a couple’s room with dimmed, red lights. The lady who massaged me wasn’t really putting on the pressure, which was what I had explicitly asked for. It was also a bit cold, and the thin sheet they used to cover us wasn’t keeping me warm. Not sure how I feel about this place yet. Maybe it will get better with time.