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| - This spa is amazing, granted it's the only spa I have ever been to but I don't see how it can get any better! I find myself going more than I probably should, I can't wait until they offer a locals discount.
Just walking through the hallway to get to the spa you feel 10x more relaxed than before you entered. The attendants greet you at the counter and give you your slippers and robe then lead you on to the locker room. It is divided between sexes so you can be completely nude if you choose. I personally wear a swimsuit but I can imagine how nice and freeing it would be to go naked.
I usually start off having a beverage and relaxing for a couple minutes in the tea room which is really nice and comfortable. I definitely recommend trying the signature tea blend, it is by far the best tea I have ever had!! After I have completely let go of all of my thoughts and worries I head to the herbal steam room. I grab an ice cold towel to place over my eyes and head in. When I feel that my pores have opened up and I cannot take much more heat I head to the arctic ice room. The room is a cool 55*, there is a bowl full of ice chips that I usually rub all over to get an extra cooling sensation and close my pores. The "snow" rains down and adds a chilly vibe. I usually hop in the cedarwood sauna to warm up before heading to the roman baths.
The roman baths room is just heaven!! There are three baths; warm, hot, and cold. I never thought I would be able to go in the ice cold bath but once you jump in it feels amazing. The shock that hits your body as you immerse yourself is somewhat pleasureful. I try to stay in this bath 5-10 minutes to get optimum results. I have been told this bath is great for your skin and improved circulation. There are also hot stone chairs in the room. I have fallen asleep on these wonderful chairs, they are that comfortable. You kind of have to keep an eye out because they are usually taken. Don't forget to leave your robe in the robe sauna so you can have a toasty cover up when you leave the baths.
After I feel completely relaxed and refreshed I head to the luxurious four head showers in the spa. If you forgot shampoo or a toothbrush, no need to worry. The spa has almost everything you need to get ready for the night. Though I'm a local, I always take full advantage of the showers and vanity area.
This spa is amazing if you need a few hours to just relax, a day pass is only $45 and they have specials on services Mon.-Thurs. I have received a massage but it was just okay. I was told to try the deep tissue massage next time I go, I plan on doing that.
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