Circle Wellness Granville Island

Came here bright and early (745am) for a 2 hour session over the weekend, and it did not disappoint. I left rejuvinated and feeling great! The sessions are staggered so you don’t see anyone else while you’re doing the orientation and getting into your unit. Parking was cheap as we came before Granville Island shops were open (bonus!) but an appointment mid day could be subject to circling around waiting for a spot, and a higher rate. After entering and watching a quick orientation video, staff personally walk you to your door. You walk directly into your clean personal washroom. The floors are heated, so you’re comfortable from the second you step in. The container is as beautiful as it looks in the videos/photos online. The plant walls are thriving. The rainfall shower is peaceful, and sitting on the bench while showering is just the beginning of many zen moments you’ll have. We couldn’t hear any external sounds other than birds. The cedar tub is clean and comfortable for soaking in. The provided tea is a perfect blend. But my favorite part was the wellness pod. It was incredibly relaxing laying in the dark and taking in the sounds and air while being still. I did not immerse myself in the cold tub after as it was only 3’ outside, but stepping into it knee deep was enough. The riverbed rocks are surprisingly warm and comfortable to lay on afterwards. One thing to note is that it does require the full 20 mins to end the session if you have long hair. 2hrs was more like 1.5: first 10 = changing & showering, final 20 = showering & changing. I would only recommend the shorter session if you have short hair. All in all, I will go back again and highly recommend circle Wellness for a special treat. Well worth the value!

Thoughtfully-designed for all of the senses, this is the most perfectly relaxing experience from start to finish. Two hours was fantastic - ideal for solo or you+partner. Definitely will be back!

Exactly what I needed. Such a perfect spot to recharge, clear my head, and just feel like myself again. It honestly felt like a mini vacation without leaving town. I came with my partner and we both loved every minute. The staff are super welcoming and the private spa area is gorgeous and so peaceful. I could have stayed all day. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!

Amazing place to relax and recharge. Been there during all seasons and I recommend going when the Vancouver weather is a bit colder - experiencing rain when in Circle Wellness is next level. They always have a fresh batch of delicious herbal tea ready as well as hot and cold water and ice. The wellness pod gets completely dark for a couple of minutes and you might want to be prepared that. But honestly, we've had one session without the darkness and it does not leave you as relaxed as when you can't see a thing. Be prepared to leave this place completely buzzing and ready to hit the bed.

What a pleasant experience. 90 minutes seems perfect for the time in there. I think two hours would be better if you came with another person. I went alone this time, but I’ll bring my fiancé next time. Everything‘s perfectly designed and I feel amazing after leaving. It’s a very relaxing experience. It allows you to be with your own thoughts and clear your mind. I went on a rainy day, which was pretty cool because part of it open to the sky. The cold plunge isn’t too cold, it sits around 10° so that’s workable for most people.

My partner and I had initially shied away from Circle Wellness due to the price, but I decided to book it for a special occasion, and it completely exceeded every expectation. The space is so thoughtfully designed, from the layout and fixtures to the lighting, ambiance, and overall flow of the experience. Every detail is intentional and calming, creating a true sense of escape from the city. What they have built is not just a wellness space but a beautifully curated experience that restores both body and mind. We are absolutely coming back.

this is one of my favourite spots in vancouver. while i miss the cozy cute east van spot, the new digs on granville island are really beautiful. it’s a perfect set up for a couple hours of ultimate relaxation, you have everything you need to just completely let go. i’m generally not a fan of anything other than traditional sauna, but the wellpod is such a different experience, it’s not really comparable to the average sauna/cold plunge thing. going in there and stretching is pure bliss. my absolute favourite thing about circle is that it’s private. i don’t have to make small talk with strangers, and i don’t have to wear a bathing suit. that’s truly what i’m there for; solitude and freedom. absolute heaven, would recommend to anyone and everyone.

Booked a session here while on a vacation to Vancouver. It was incredible! Pricey but worth it. I lucked into my time slot - went at 7:15AM while it was still dark. When I finished, the Granville market was open and I could walk around there and get a coffee before heading back to hotel. Made for a great morning.

This private spa experience was gifted to me by a dear friend. This is the first time I've ever done a spa or self guided experience. In these pods, you can go solo or with one other person. Once you arrive, it is basically a shipping container that's been repurposed into a spa. There's a code you have to enter that's included in the welcome email. The staff greeted me and my partner warmly, and we were led to watch a 5 min instruction video. They explain the best way to use the spa pod - which includes a washroom/change area, shower, hot tub, hot rocks, cold tub, and sauna room. The spa pod section is actually outdoors, so there is no roof. It made for a cool experience as it was raining in November. I admit it got quite cold for me as the rain hit, but the hot tub was a nice haven. The washroom and shower section had towels and products for you to use, but I strongly advise that the product ingredients should be listed or provided somewhere in case anyone has allergies. I think that the products should all be unscented as well, to be safe for everyone. There was also no face wash, so I had to end up using the body soap on my face. My favourite section was the sauna with pink Himalayan salt rock walls. It was a hot sauna with light and air programming, to slowly dim lights overtime with music, until pitch black. This felt quite meditative and restorative. The lights slowly come back on after a while. There was also a hydration station, with hot and cold water taps, and peppermint tea provided for you. Nice touch! I don't know that I would visit again, if I had to pay for this experience, as I personally prefer a massage portion for full relaxation. It is also quite pricey for a 2 hour session. Nonetheless, this was a unique experience for me!

Went here with a friend for my birthday and it was amazing! Her and I did it together and it was fun. The hot tub was really hot initially but after a while it was lukewarm. That might be my only complaint....everything else was hot hot hot! Or really cold (cold plunge tub) I would definitely go here again, maybe at night for a nice relaxing nightcap. Anyway, super fun. 10/10 would do it again. It would also be nice to know what was in the face lotions...but overall, an amazing experience that I will be going back for!

I went with my partner to this private spa experience and it was an interesting one! Relaxing! We spent two hours here. It's located on Granville Island and there are six open-roofed shipping containers that have been converted into private spa experiences for one to two people. You enter the shipping container area using an unlock code that is emailed to you. Upon check-in, we watched a 3min 4sec video where a jarring robot-voiced lady walked us through the circuit. (Change the voice actor! lol) There are six sections: 1. Change room (Four body towels, two exfoliating towels, body lotion, face serum, hair dryer, and hand soap is provided.) Then you go into the open-air spa area. 2. Shower / cascading rain (There's only one shower so in the fall/winter, it's pretty cold if you're not the one under the shower head! Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided here. There is no face wash.) 3. Hot tub (Just what you would expect of a hot tub--it was really nice soaking in this tub and relaxing. Large enough for two average-sized women to sit/lie fully horizontal.) 4. Hot stones (Heated stones that you can lie, sit, or stand on. It's hotter in the centre! Really liked lying down on these stones too but it was raining on my legs as I lied here.. too cold!) 5. Cold plunge tub (A very cold tub.. I could only put my calves in lol.. Good for the brave of heart but that wasn't me in the already 3°C weather outside.) 6. "Wellness pod" (This space is completely enclosed and has Himalayan salt walls, heated wooden floors, and is similar to a sauna without the steam. There's nowhere to sit so bring a towel to use as a pillow for your head or bum. There's a button outside to start the "wellness" sequence and it's a 30 to 40 minute sequence where the lights dim to complete darkness. What an interesting experience! I had to take several breaks as it was too hot for me.) Within your time slot, you can use any section however you like--your own DIY spa experience. It's completely private as well so you can wear whatever you like (or not wear). Water and tea are provided. Stay hydrated! There are chimes throughout to remind you to start the "Wellness Pod" and to remind you of the end of your session. That way you can fully unplug and unwind. They say to not bring any of your own products but I find that ridiculous. They don't provide any options for people with sensitive skin, nor do they list any ingredients for any of their products. As a sufferer of contact dermatitis, I got so paranoid that I took Claritin after the experience. When I got home I also re-washed my face to use my own tried and true skincare products. Also, bring your own hair brush if you don't want to be a tangled mess afterward!! None are provided. Overall, I really liked the privacy this spa provided. It let me and my partner have a lot of fun and we were able to be our silly selves. Two hours was overkill for me though, next time I would book less time! Although, I don't know if I would pay again at their listed price.

I showed up at the door and couldn't get in but it was because I messed up and booked pm instead of am. Someone came out and was so kind and I was refunded my payment, yea! But I am sad I couldn't get in - it looked really cool and will definitely try again next time I'm in Vancouver!!!!

Absolutely loved it! Great to experience solo and disconnect from the outside world, or go with a partner to reconnect.