The Woodhouse Day Spa, Montclair

I received a massage gift certificate from here as a graduation gift. The best present thus far. I am no stranger to massages and after the last foolishness I had to experience at another location I won’t name but if you read my reviews you will surely know where I am taking about, it was refreshing to come here. The statement “You get what you pay for” really applies. First, there is parking in a lot across the street that you can park at and it will be validated. That was comforting because I was worried about the meters on the street. When you walk into the building it smells amazing. Then you are politely greeted by ladies at the front desk. From there I was taken to what they call the quiet room. My masseuse Stephen came introduced himself and took me to a nice clean quiet room. To end all I can say is THE ABSOLUTE BEST 80 MINUTES. Seems like Stephen was in my head when he hit places that needed to be deeper and/or more attention. After the first 10-15 minutes and 1 pressure question I did not have to say another word. He knew exactly where all the knots and tight spots were. It felt so good I fell asleep a few times and was snoring. Finishing up there we’re some good recommendations and suggestions. I love this location and Plan to return.

I have never been so disappointed in a facial. I used to get facials every few months, but haven't been able to for the last year thanks to everything going on in the world. Was very excited to get back and more then willing to pay the ridiculous fees they charge. However, from the time I got there things weren't right. 1. Relax room was serving Hot Cinnamon spice tea, on a 90 degree day, no thanks. Plus the chairs were so uncomfortable and stiff. 2. Every time I get a facial you take off your shirt and are given a towel to wrap around your top. I was left with my top on, which also meant no neck/shoulder work. She did a minor massage on arms 3 times. However, left so much cream on them had to go to bathroom to wash off. 3. When checking out was given product selections for items I told them I would like to work on, no feed back from esthetician. Then was asked how much I like to to tip. When I said I like to leave cash, I had to hand it over and they put in on the receipt. I have never had that anywhere for any type of service before. Felt very uncomfortable. 4. Lastly, regretted the tip I left as 30 minutes after my facial I went to wipe some excess lotion from my face, along hair line where had some stuff stuck in hair. Now I get they leave lotion on, why it didn't wash off face when I did my arms, even though was very heavily put on. The second I took the towel to my skin it started to peel. At this point I knew I had to clean my face, she left a mask on!!! I had lumps of this stuff coming off my face and neck rolling down my neckline and cloths. It was disgusting.  Please save your money. So many better place for a lot less!!!

So disappointed in this experience. I came here in 2019 for a deep tissue massage and it was incredible and luxurious: I got a fluffy robe, a locker, shower access, chilled in a lounge with tea before my massage, the whole thing. It was well worth the $200+ and the massage was incredible. Fast forward to 2021, I booked the same exact service and I am SO disappointed. No more robe/lounge/shower experience, but everything is still the same price. Next, my massage was in a former shower and it was very bizarre. Second, my massage therapist didn't get the memo that it was supposed to be a deep tissue massage and despite me asking for more pressure multiple times, I could barely feel a thing for 80 minutes. Super disappointed to have spent well over $200 on what was just a fraction of the great experience I had here two years ago.

We enjoyed a lovely couples massage here and were accommodated at short notice at an even more unusual time (Monday 9 AM would have been hard to find elsewhere)! The team (all masked) made it feel amazing and one could easily forget it was early on a Monday. We appreciated the calm atmosphere and quiet room with tea before and after the treatment which made all the difference. I remember coming here a few years ago and even receiving a warm neck pillow for my stay in the quiet room then but Covid may have put a halt to that practice. Worth the price.

I had the Illuminate facial with Taylor - it was amazing. My concerns going in were about the texture and dryness of my skin. Taylor was very knowledgeable and made recommendations to get the results I wanted. Her facial was relaxing and left my complexion looking and feeling great. Highly recommend!