Oylmpic Spa

01/26/09

The Goddess Treatment: not for Me

by Modest10

Since the economy is so bad I thought I should save some money and go to the Olympic Spa instead of my regular spa. I had been once to this spa for a facial and it was great, so I decided to try the "goddess body ritual", oh how I regret it.... when I first walked into the pool area I was shocked to see women bathing sitting on tiny stools rubbing each part of their body like they are in their own bathroom, with no shame or modesty at all, then I watch how many women lied on tables completely unclothed and exposed while being massaged and rubbed, I took a shower and waited for my turn... I was dreading it, at some point I actually thought of canceling my treatment, but then I thought, well I should try something new even if I am not comfortable with it, now I regret it. I asked one of them employees for a private room but she said that nobody cared, and she told me where they were going to do my treatment. So I watched my masseuse finish with the lady before me and barely throw some water on the table and pass a scrub on it and come to get me. At that point I thought is this sanitary? ? and when we got to the table she helped me get my robe off and signaled me to lay on the table face up, and put a towel on my face, which I didn't remove for the rest of the time because I was so embarrassed and uncomfortable, and wondering if I am going to get some disease from this unsanitary situation, I don't even know if she was using the same sponge to scrub me that she used with the previous lady.... I regret not canceling my treatment and seriously considering visiting my doctor.

• Pros: Great facial treatments
• Cons: Pool area / massage tables not very sanitary

11/08/08

Great Reflexolgy For Tired Feet

by goodfood10

Love the shiatsu massage and reflexology massage combo when I don't feel like going to the spa part. When I do....Pure Bliss and Goddess are worth every penny. Full Body Scrub, Facial, Massage, Hair treatment all wrapped in. The Best!

• Cons: the bathrooms need updating. a line when busy.

10/13/08

No more lizzard skin!!!

by ColtLady7

This place rocks my world! I had the Pure Bliss treatment 2 weeks ago and I'm still smooth. Yes, it is a little on the harsh side (those ladies can scrub a little on the hard side and if they do it too hard, ask them to ease up a bit) but hang in there for wonderful skin afterward. The exfoliation was amazing, the massage heaven and the facial outstanding. Yes, you are totally without clothes/bathing suits and yes, the women in there come in every shape and size. It is a no frills spa for sure but so worth it. I could spend hours each day there if only I didn't have a job. Bring your own shampoo, conditioner, body wash, (they do supply this but I prefer my own) and scrubby loofah to complete your time there. Then, dry off, put on your rode and take a cat nap on the heated floor,blankets provided. Don't let your shyness keep you from going. You will not regret it!!!

• Pros: Valet parking, services are cheap, busy but not overcrowded, massage is awesome, sell loofahs if you forget yours
• Cons: None!

09/28/08

Bracing but Excellent Spa Experience

by kirapop

Olympic Spa is not for those who expect complete luxury in their spa experiences. While the treatments are equal or superior to those at high-end spas, the ambiance is *not*. It is more akin to a YMCA...in the Soviet Union....in 1955. Keep in mind that old does not necessarily mean dirty. I have visited this spa twice and I will definitely go again. You must drop your inhibitions because bathing suits are not allowed. Yes, there are towels and skimpy robes available. Expect to see women of all types wandering around in the altogether, plus the attendants in black bras and undies. On one visit, I had the Goddess, which included a scrub (hard-core), sugar rub, massage, facial, scalp massage and hair wash/condition, all for $100. The intent here is not to relax you, but to make sure you are clean and healthy. On my next visit, I had a 75 minute massage for $75. It was a serious massage that ended with the masseuse using her feet on my back--excellent but hardly relaxing. You can use the pools, saunas and steam rooms for $15, which is a steal. They also have a heated jade floor--patrons lay out blankets and rest. Free valet parking!

• Pros: affordable, serious treatments; free valet parking
• Cons: very old facility

04/11/08

Best culture shock spa

by koreangirl

I was nervous at first because of the nakedness, but yes you have to get used to it. I got the acne facial from Ann, and it was probably the most painful facial I have ever had. She really pushed hard on the extractions to the point where I thought she broke my nose. They have no limit or boundaries on the pain facter.

However for massages and the bathhouse, I highly recommend it. It's an awesome place to just detox and relax.

• Pros: The price is unbeatable
• Cons: The pain factor