Descanso Garden Spa

Best massage of my life!! I came here and got the Scrub & Lemon Seaweed Essence Massage w/ Vitamin Facial and I was BLOWN away. So much attention to detail and making sure your entire body is taken care of. I even got my hair washed! I’m obsessed my masseuse Hana was incredible I can’t wait to come back. The theme rooms were also super fun to explore. Also the food was fantastic!!

Very disappointed with this experience. I booked a couples spa and scrub in advance for our anniversary, which is obviously a special occasion. Just two hours before our scheduled appointment, the staff called and asked me to cancel one person’s service because they didn’t have a masseuse available. This completely defeated the purpose of booking a couples experience and ruined our anniversary plans. Staffing issues should never be the customer’s problem—especially with last-minute notice and no proper solution offered. Extremely unprofessional and poor planning. I would not recommend this place for special occasions or advance bookings.

Very disappointed. I booked a couples spa service in advance for a special occasion. Two hours before the appointment, I was told one service had to be canceled due to lack of staff. I asked to speak with a manager but was told the manager could not help and was already gone for the day at 10 a.m. Poor planning and unprofessional handling. I would not recommend this place for special occasions or advance bookings.

I visit Descanso Spa once a month. I beleive this is very beneficial for my mind and body. I used to go to Wi Spa, but it was always overcrowded and busy. I am so glad I discovered Descanso spa! It's very cozy, doesn't get crazy busy, always clean, and oh, I LOVE the food there!!! Thank you!

Descanso Garden Spa is amazing! The experience was so relaxing and refreshing, and it truly made my self-care time great. The staff are professional and welcoming, and the services left me feeling comfortable and renewed. Highly recommend for anyone needing a perfect spa day!

This place is so awesome! They have everything you’d want out of a spa day/ afternoon, really anytime because they are open from 9:30am-10pm. How cool is that? And what’s even better is the amenities this place has! Some of the amenities included in the cost of the trip include a jacuzzis, cold pools, saunas, steam rooms, a salt room, a charcoal room, an oxygen room, and they’re even opening a restaurant soon here! So the next time you are in the Pasadena area looking 👀 for a spa day I’d highly recommend going to Descanso Garden Spa and be sure to check out the cold room in between the saunas where it is 59 degrees Fahrenheit all the time!

Absolutely the best!!!!! I had had a stressful morning and after my body scrub appointment it all melted away along with all that dead skin. Already planning another spa day!!!!

Decent facility, horrible management. I was going to say “terrible” but horrible sounds worse. Had a very disappointing experience here last year and haven’t returned since. I was so excited when I discovered this place near my house and was taking a new friend every month. i was even planning to take groups here for different special occasions, my birthday, etc, and was going to make a weekly ritual of it for myself when possible. Then one day I brought a friend 3 hours before closing. The steam rooms weren’t working, and when we went upstairs, all the hot rooms were significantly BELOW their normal temperatures. Like 20+ degrees below. It wasn’t up to par with what i had experienced on past visits, so I went to the front to let them know and said i felt like we should get a partial refund because half the facilities were not functioning properly and i wasn’t getting the experience and benefits i had paid for. They said that was fine, but when i went back on my way out to leave, they got their actual manager, who told me to my face that i was wrong, essentially called me a liar, and refused to address my complaint, or even check to see if what i was saying matched reality. He was beyond rude and dismissive, and i don’t know how someone like him even has a job unless he’s related to the business-owner. Regardless, having someone like him around is doing more harm than good. It would have cost him very little to turn a good customer into a loyal one, but instead he’s lost thousands of dollars in revenue from me and all the referrals i would have made and people i would have brought. Now I tell people NOT to go there, because i can’t support a place that shows so little concern for customer satisfaction. Just yucky. Really unfortunate.

Writing this review because the wildfires made me genuinely concerned I would lose my favorite spa in Los Angeles. Descanso is perfect - it's lowkey, affordable, never too crowded, always clean, and friendly service. My friends and I love to come here and decompress after a night out, a long week, or a trip to the forest. It's in the beautiful Tujunga Canyon which has very scenic drives and lookouts nearby. Even from the Cedar room you can catch a good view. I've never had issues with other spa guests or my personal belongings either. Highlight of this spa is the adorable kid working the register at the restaurant, which is great food as well. Plenty of antioxidants and spices to treat your gut too :) PS they have a smoking area outside the restaurant which really comes in clutch if you want to dissociate in the sauna after.

We came here on a Friday. Wanted to check out the atmosphere on what I thought would be part of a busiest time. To my surprise, though there were people on each sauna room, the place was big enough to accommodate and wander around without being too crowded in the co-ed section. I especially like the fact that it isn't heavily visited that there's enough space for everyone, and our drive there wasn't too bad either. Additional Parking spots easily accessible underground which is shared with a market next door. Admission was $33 without any services but can stay as long as you like so no rush to use facilities for sauna/steam and relaxation. I believe, if you get some services done admission is waive. Our next stop would be to get scrub and massage done. The restaurant on the 2nd level where all the sauna rooms and co-ed section were located. Red bean shave ice was perfect after sweating out toxins, but the Ramen was so small enough to feed 5 year olds and under. Overall would come back again in the near future.

Great place to relax and rejuvenate yourself. The general admission gets you access to their showers and the co-ed saunas. Each sauna room is unique with different varying temps. There's also a cafe with food in case you get hungry. The Cedar Oxygen room is calm and tranquil though with a view of just the parking lot. Staff is super friendly. Te place is all barefoot after you walk past the front desk and is kept very clean.

I'm so happy hat I don't have to drive to K Town for jjimjilbang anymore. Descanso Garden Spa is minutes from my home and the drive is definitely not stressful. The spa has ample parking and the facility is immaculate. The ajumma are so nice. The seshin areas are gender segregated, but the jjimjilbang rooms are coed. There is a really nice family feeling at this spa, which adds to the communal experience. I came with my daughter and niece, and after seshin, we had lunch on the premises followed by relaxing in the jjimjilbang rooms and communal areas. The only miss was the front desk staff--the two male receptionists were impatient and spoke to us with annoyance. I'm hoping our next trip will be an overall pleasant experience because I'd really like to give this spa a 5-star rating.

I received a gift certificate and had an Aroma Massage scrub from Jenny. It was $110 + tip and you are allowed to use the wet room downstairs (steam room, jacuzzi, sauna, showers galore) and the upstairs rooms. Downstairs is a nude experience, with males and females separated. You can wear indoor flip flops. Upstairs is coed and you are given a shirt and shorts uniform to wear up there, where it is barefoot only. Upstairs has an oxygen room and several hot rooms and one cold room. My favorite was the salt room where you lay on a mat on top of tumbled salt rocks. Jenny was wonderful and has worked there for 10 years. I cannot count the number of layers of product that were put on me and washed or scrubbed off. I do worry about cleanliness and was very pleased except for one patron who coughed and coughed and coughed. Tip for 1st timers: the bracelet they give you is your locker number and the key is part of the bracelet.

The facility was super clean. It was my first time and I got the scrub and massage package which was about 85% scrub and 15% massage. It left my skin a bit irritated and itchy after asking for a gentle scrub. But the steam room along with the other therapy rooms were very pleasant and relaxing. I was very impressed by the cafeteria- we enjoyed bibimbap, dumplings, and tea which was a perfect end to the experience.

Descanso Spa is a great choice for body scrubs and massages. The facility is known for its cleanliness, which adds to the relaxing experience. The spa is well-maintained, with a calming ambiance that helps you unwind the moment you step in. Their body scrub services are thorough, leaving your skin feeling refreshed and revitalized. The massages are also highly rated, with skilled therapists who tailor the experience to your needs, ensuring you leave feeling rejuvenated. One of the standout features of Descanso Spa is its affordability. Despite the high-quality services and clean environment, the prices are reasonable, making it accessible for those looking for a spa experience without breaking the bank. Whether you're there for a quick body scrub or a longer massage session, you're likely to find it a good value for the money. Overall, if you're seeking a spa that offers cleanliness, effective treatments, and affordability, Descanso Spa is definitely worth considering. They also have restaurant that serves food. Different room such as Salt room, oxygen room. clay room. Worth the drive.

I scheduled a Korean body scrub and massage based on an LA Times story recommending Descanso Garden Spa. If you've been to Wi Spa, you'll know what to expect: gender-separated jacuzzis, steam roooms, cold plunge and saunas as well as a mixed-gender floor featuring sleeping rooms, a cold sauna, a salt room, a cedar oxygen room, etc. You'll receive a set of shorts and T-shirt (no slippers, feel free to bring your own to use in the gender-separated areas) and towels. Lockers are available. As many other reviewers have commented, the spa is spotless and sparkling clean. Sunny was my scrub technician.massage therapist and was very thorough, thoughtful and caring. My skin felt brand new and my mind felt relaxed after my treatment. For treatments over a certain price range, the admission free to the spa is waived. I also had lunch in the cafe, which was delicious (hot stone bibimbap, as recommended by the staff and a brand of Korean iced black tea, very refreshing.) Parking is free and plentiful both in the lot and the underground garage. Limited street parking as well. Great local spa!

I love this place!! Easy to schedule services with lots of availability. The place is very clean. I usually get a full body scrub and massage. You can stay there as long as you like and use the sauna or jacuzzi. Highly recommend!!

Wife and I enjoy the Korean spa experience. Tried out the Descanso GS since it's only 3 miles from home. The entry price of $30 is reasonable and you can stay all day. The front desk handed my wife a nice white towel and a cute pink uniform. I got a blue suit and was told the men's towels are in the locker room. Well not today. They only had small brown hand towels. The steam sauna and hot jacuzzi were nice in the men's area. Upstairs are all the mineral hot rooms. Mostly enjoyable but it must have the Glendale brotherhood day. Old dudes yakking away in the rooms like they were in a board meeting. Total turn off for me. Perhaps the couldn't read the room or the signs that requested quiet? Anyway it seemed weird there were a lot of "unattached" men in the spa that day. Made me feel a bit uncomfortable. Hard to get in the parking lot if approaching from the east. No left turn allowed into the lot. Have to go down to the next light and make a u-turn.

I'm often very active professionally and personally and these stresses demand a need for stress reduction, health maintenance and self care. As a doctor, I also deal with people asking how they can ease tension and crave for resources within the community to heal themselves. So, we visited Descanso Garden Spa and see to what extent their impact on tension reduction and self-care. Voila! First it was about $30 and if you need a massage, scrub, and other self care specialities, they do offer that at a minimal cost. You can use their dry and wet Sauna, hot spa (Japanese and Korean style), shower rooms (they provide toothpaste, toothbrush, shave materials, etc.). They also have a salt room, oxygen room, charcoal room, separate sleeping rooms, etc. When you feel hungry, they specialize in great Korean dishes, I ordered the Galbi and Bi-bim-bap and a small drink. You can stay as long as you want and parking is free and available. I've studied in Korea and Japan on both science scholarships and mind you, these spas remind me a little about my stays in both countries. Not only that they are very hygienic and clean, the workers are absolutely professional and welcoming. So, if you're planning to take care of yourself amidst the hustle and bustle of life in the fast or slow lane, drop by this spa or anyone of them and prepare to south those tired muscles and pounding headaches. The warm water drilling through your face, blowers from the spa hitting your back, tasty morsels at the cafeteria during lunch and smiling faces of the ladies at the front is a cacophony of treats that'll make your day.

I love how clean and low key this place is. It's never too busy. Also, the restaurant food is delicious! I have yet to get a service here but so far my day experience has been great!

Descanso Garden spa is A ++! From the front desk staff that welcomes you to the clean facilities, to the cheerful ladies in the service area, to the relaxing rooms upstairs, this place is wonderful for a nervous system reset.

Service was great! I got the aroma body scrub and massage ‍. They also washed my hair along with a face and a hair mask! Which was very nice, my hair and skin felt amazing afterwards. Hot tub and sauna was great! Very peaceful and relaxing!!

Super tranquil space that's a wonderful place if you need to relax. I did the $30 day pass and was not disappointed. The day pass allows access to the wet areas (which are separated by gender), themed rooms and cafeteria. I got to enjoy the jacuzzi, dry sauna, steam sauna, cold plunge pool, cedar wood air room, cold room, yellow room and sleep room. I stayed for a couple of hours but honestly, I could have easily stayed much longer if I didn't have any plans after. First floor - wet areas that include lockers, showers, jacuzzi, cold plunge pool, saunas (steam and dry). These spaces are split by gender, so all the women's areas are on the left and the men's are on the right Second floor - themed rooms, cafeteria and patio. These are co-ed, except for the sleeping rooms, which are gendered. Everyone here minds their business and it was overall a very serene place to be. I went in hopes of alleviating some pain I felt in my body and left feeling refreshed. I even went to bed early and got some great sleep!

My mom and I were so happy with the experience we had at this spa. We both had an acupressure massage done by Natalie. Highly recommend This spa, it's quiet and peaceful the perfect atmosphere to release stress and the kitchen has great food.

Amazing day spa. The different room are amazing! Can't wait to visit again! The cafe is a must try, the stone bibimbap is fantastic, wish I had some now.

I had the scrub and massage treatment. They were both fantastic!! After that, I enjoyed the oxygen room and read for a while. Then I had lunch in the cafe! I will definitely go back.

Living pretty far away from Koreatown, Descanso Garden Spa is a great option for an easy spa day. I came here on my day off to relax and it was really spacious with lots of rooms that provided different health experiences. There weren't a lot customers so there was an ease to the place - it was super peaceful. I happened to come on a day when the restaurant was closed so I need to go back to try that out. I did have a massage which was fine. I don't think that I would come back for a massage service. I would definitely do a scrub next time. I loved their cold room which was very refreshing after being in some of the heated sauna type rooms. They have an oxygenated napping area, a salt room, a yellow soil charcoal room, a cedar oxygen room, and a germanium room with plaques outside each one to tell you the health benefit of each room. Definitely worth checking out.

A beautifully clean spa with so many options. I really loved the steam room and cold plunge, everything sparkles, and I feel very comfortable being naked here. My other favorite was the Himalayan Salt Room, and the Oxygen Cedar Room. The food on the second floor is delicious, but the portions very small and it is expensive. I look forward to the body scrub next time! But will eat elsewhere. I cannot post photos here, because we are all naked inside! ;)

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask. All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. Some of the staff also wears gloves. There are some hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is open and available with no limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was relaxing in this establishment several days ago, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They also do not allow pets in their establishment. Parking: The parking lot for this establishment is located above ground and underground. The above ground parking is small and a bit tight. The underground parking is much easier to park in. Lots of big parking spots available. Establishment & Staff: The establishment itself is very clean, neat, and tidy. The staff here are very friendly. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum. If you pay for a massage or scrub, you don't have to pay the $30 day pass to use the rooms and etc. if you don't get a massage or scrub, you would have to pay the $30 day pass.

I love this spot. perfect relaxtion and reset day spa. Very private and no annoying people/kids. I give this spa a 5 star

I got the massage and spa package, the experience was great and clean the facilities are clean and make sure to remove your shoes, very relaxing especially with the

we love coming here.. but most recently their prices have gone up (so has everwhere else.. i get it) but the service has been lacking. Sweet older ladies are being overworked maybe? Jenny, as sweet as she was maybe needs to retire? I got the 90min aroma scrub w message .. and everything seems very soft and not as thoroughly done as previous visits. The scrub could have been harder to get more dead skin off and the message felt like an overly oily rub down with no messaging involved .. just rubbing.. Even though i was highly disappointed at the lack of service I still tipped her well but couldn't help thinking maybe i didnt get what i paid for :/

A nice out-of-the-way Korean spa located in Tujunga. You're provided with gym clothes, and a locker to store your valuables. After showering, a dunk in the jacuzzi and dry sauna, you go upstairs to the jjimjilbang, where there are a few themed rooms. I was in the salt room, and then the germanium room for a few minutes each. After the themed rooms, which made me feel totally relaxed, I went to their restaurant/cafe, where they had a wide variety of Korean dishes. Their stone pot bibimbap was AMAZING!!! Another big plus with Descanso Garden Spa is the affordability ($30 entrance fee). Parking is free....if you can't find a parking space on the top floor, there's parking on the bottom floor, with an elevator that takes you right to the spa's front door. All in all, a very pleasant experience, with hopefully many more visits to come!!! 정말 감사합니다~~!!

In another lifetime (early 90s) I lived in Korea for a couple of years in the older part of the country. Indoor plumbing within homes was not common and once a week a family would head to their neighborhood bathhouse for a moment to relax and clean up. Usually these local facilities were small, clean and very efficient. Stepping into Descanso Spa took me right back to these neighborhood spas in Korea. It's super clean and the staff is very attentive and friendly. The clientele is a mixed crowd of ages and were there to clean up, relax for a minute and then peace out. Granted, there isn't a lot of lounging room within the actual spa area, but this wet area seemed to have a high turn around. Upstairs in the coed area, there were endless themed saunas, a sleeping room and a restaurant. I decided to have a basic scrub and oil massage. It all took place right there within the wet spa area, where there is a no clothing policy (common for Korean spas). Leaving my modesty in the locker room, I was scrubbed, kneaded and stretched which all felt good and familiar. However... at one point the therapist covered my shoulders and head with minty infused towels that felt wonderfully cooling... and honest to god, I started having hallucinations. It was an incredible sensation. Other than the occasional oblivious guy who'd walk out of the sauna dripping with sweat and jump into the cold plunge without showering, everyone was well behaved and respectful. Descanso Spa is a treasure.

The lady who did scrub was too rough and scratched me then proceeded to yell at me when I showed her. In addition, she did not do the full sixty minutes and finished early. I am requesting a full refund for horrible service and environment.

Descanso Garden Spa is the best spa option outside of the hustle and bustle of LA. My wife and I were looking for a spa date and we were deciding between Wi Spa and Descanso Garden, but I'm glad I went with Descanso. They both cost $30 for the day pass but the parking is free here so you're already saving money! I really liked the environment here. The common area wasn't too loud and they had a good variety of rooms, from a salt room to even a sleep room. The gender specific spa area was smaller than Wi Spa, but very well kept. There was a steam room, dry sauna, a very hot jacuzzi, and a cold plunge pool. I'd also recommend reading all the signs that display the rules for the spa. There are a lot, but following them helps keep the spa clean and everyone happy. The food in the cafeteria is pretty pricey so I actually snuck in some small snacks and ate it while my wife and I watched Netflix on our iPad. I'd highly recommend coming here if you're looking to relax and spend time with friends/family

I felt good for weeks after my visit.. definitely treat yourself to a day at that spa

Good experience! Good service! I hade a great time here always it's a placer to be here super clean and good smells

I really enjoyed my time here. After a long morning hike, I decided last minute to drive to the spa for a Swedish massage. I really enjoyed it. It was so relaxing and cozy I ended staying through dinner, and the bibimbap was so yummy! A little pricey at $22, but I highly recommend.

Descanso spa has korean restaurant upstairs, that place used not flesh vegetables served spoiled Bibim bob before, also they are very unkind .. Please don't go that place!!!

For $110, I got a great scrub and massage. There's lots of facilities to use, it's very clean and the restaurant was delicious

This was my first time to a Korean Spa and it made a lasting first impression. The spa was clean and not crowded. I was there 2.5 hours and did not have a chance to try all the wet and dry rooms. I didn't try any of the services, but would like to next time. The restaurant was expensive, but the food was good. Tip: Order your food, then go hang out in a room to relax for 15-30 minutes and it'll be ready for you. The spa is part of a strip mall and there is plenty of parking. As I was leaving, I saw a mom and approx 5 yo daughter coming in the lobby. That was the only child I saw that day.

the good: the spa itself is a great facility and looks well taken care of and clean. there are only about 5 rooms that are non gendered/ clothes on and everything else is separated by gender and no clothing is allowed. the bad: it was our first time and the woman didn't really tell us much so i started asking questions and she seemed annoyed. the korean patrons are also big bullies who speak very loudly in korean in the rooms that are supposed to be silent. they also falsely told a male (non korean) patron that a room was for "ladies only" when it wasn't. they aren't the nicest and definitely feel like this spa theirs and everyone else just needs to deal. PS: bring your own house shoes as they sell them here. otherwise you'll have to go barefoot.

Our initial venture to a Korean Spa proved to be quite a journey, but the rewards were certainly worth it.

Great spa! I haven't done any massage or scrub services, but the Men's Spa, Jjimjilmang, and upstairs restaurant are all great! I wish they would stay open a little longer to fit my after-work schedule (11pm or midnight), but I understand that the town is dead past 10pm. I would like to suggest making the men's steam room less hot, dry sauna hotter, and cold room colder. Everything is clean and top-notch regardless!

Descanso is great - some of the other customers were loud and rude but that's no reflection of the spa or management or most of the other clientele. Restaurant is also good.

I did the Descanso Garden Special with Hana, she was great. Facilities are clean. I felt comfortable. Will definitely return

Glad the cafe upstairs is not open again with a limited menu of about 10 dishes but they are good and the lady is very friendly.

I usually don't leave negative reviews unless a place leaves a bad taste in my mouth. First and last time at the spa. I booked two Acupressure massages, on for myself and one for my wife as we're celebrating our first year wedding anniversary. When we got to the massage portion of our massages we were put in the couples massage room, now you would think if I purchased two of the exact same massages, we would get two of the exact same massages. My wife did not receive anything anywhere near a massage, ON TOP of having a loud vibrating noise going off every 5 minutes THE ENTIRE TIME. How could you relax???- no it was not our phone. Those were turned off before entering. Anyway the massage my wife received was mostly a lady just digging her knuckles very lightly on her skin, no oil, nothing. The entire massage there was a sheet and towel on top of my wife which is how they were performing this "massage" while on my end my back was being walked on, the pressure was great. Now if both massages I paid for were the same why did my wife not receive anywhere near the same treatment I did? Also, in the middle of our massages some one in the hallway was screaming and crying yelling at what I'm assuming is some one that works at the spa. The workers seemed to be trying to calm her down and eventually after about 10 minutes of it, it stopped. Once the massages were completed, and I spoke to my wife to let me know how upset she was at the service, we decided to head out. Now I don't know how guests are expected to relax at a place like this with everything going on but this is going to be the last time for us. Definitely not a good experience. Try elsewhere.

Excellent scrub massage service by Hana! Bring your own slippers/ flip flops for inside the spa facility downstairs . No shoes allowed upstairs. Highly recommended. They have different hot warm and cold rooms upstairs for relaxation ! Restaurant OverPriced!!!!! Go somewhere else .

My favorite spa in Los Angeles, a very relaxing environment with lots of saunas in the common space. The restaurant also recently reopened and the food is great! The men's sauna has one hot tub, one cold, but it's usually not that crowded so there's enough space to be comfortable. Also compared to other spas, it's very clean which adds a lot to the whole spa experience.

The place is clean and well kept. The restaurant is ok, but a kid was coughing behind the counter and insisted on helping us. The main concern is that the female scrubber used the same disgusting scrubbing material for everyone. When I asked the front desk (run by teens) they said I need to buy one. That is a huge health code violation. I am giving them this review, in the hope they will remedy the issue, before reporting them to the HHS.

Absolutely adore Descanso Garden Spa! Every sauna is a delight, and the 2nd-floor cafeteria serves awesome food with fantastic service. It's my go-to relaxation spot!

On of my favorite spots to unwind. Clean, safe, and overall, good service. The Himalaya. Salt room upstairs needs a bit of deodorizing. The scent of sweat is a bit much. Other than that .... No complaints

I had no idea that a spot like this existed in the valley. It was an amazing experience and I will definitely be back.

Quiet spa to spend a lazy Sunday. Their food choice should get better but the quality and the tastes were pretty good. Their massage was nice.

This was perhaps our 7th or 8th time coming but had a vastly different experience today. Usually, it's our go to place for Korean body scrubs to not be in the busy Ktown area for similar services. The facility is simple and clean and has all the basics no frills. Massages and scrubs are usually great and I leave feeling relaxed . NOT TODAY!! I'm laying down as I write this because my neck is stiff and legs hurts. Both my masseuse and my friends was so rough today and going so so fast you'd think they were trying to do a 1 hour massage in 10 minutes like it was just a frantic pace that was hard on my body and not all relaxing. The lady was impatient when I turned over slowly considering I was oiled up on a rubber bed and didn't want to fall and break my ass. It was not at all what I have been accustomed to in the past and after today not sure if we will return. Off to take an advil.