Natalie H.
Yelp
I've been going to the Crescent Spa for massages for about 5 years. I always ask for a gift certificate for my birthday or Christmas, and since I have a huge family, I usually get a couple! I end up going to the spa around 4 times a year.
You pull up to the hotel entrance valet (the spa will validate your ticket), and instead of going to the lobby and down the elevator, if you walk up a little bit, there's a door to the spa. You go down some stairs, but this way you don't have to go in the hotel, and you can smell the spa on your way down, which always gets me excited!
You get a locker to store your things, and a big comfy robe to slip on. Then, you can wait in the waiting room, head to the tranquility room (i love these) or enjoy the amenities- steam room, sauna, spa tub/hot tub, and cold dip pool. The staff will come get you when it's time for your appointment. They also have hot tea, ice water with lemons or oranges and complimentary fruit cups. You have all day access to these amenities if you have any appointment booked there. So, if you just get your eyebrows waxed, you can enjoy the steam room, sauna, etc. The place is very clean and soothing. Some steam rooms are gross, but you can tell they keep it clean here.
I've had several different massage therapists and have enjoyed all my massages. The only thing that bothers me sometimes, which is why I didn't give 5 stars is that some of the therapists are so concerned about not being inappropriate (I guess that's what it is) that they don't massage my whole body! If I'm paying for a massage, I want my butt massaged too!! And I like when they massage around your chest and neck. I think some of them are trying to avoid getting near any private area so much that they don't get some of the good spots! This hasn't been every therapist, but a few of them. I am tempted to say something sometimes, but I don't want them to think I'm a pervert. Anyway, overall the massages are wonderful.
After your massage, you can enjoy more amenities and take a shower. They have refreshing soaps and shampoos. The bathroom also has a nice vanity area where you can freshen up with hairspray, hair gel, mouthwash, etc. Again, everything is clean and fresh.
The staff is always very helpful, extremely polite and friendly!
They also have a nice gift area where you can buy comfy robes, bath products, pajamas, etc. Of course, you might not want to spend any more money by the time you leave! It's a day well worth the money though.