Yu Spa

Probably the most awkward of spaces I have ever experienced in a Korean spa, in several dimensions. At $50, it has a more premium price tag that is not worth it at all. There are 4 shower heads to stand under and 8 sit down shower seats. You can see all 4 showers in full as you enter and they are all in full view from anywhere you are in the men’s sauna space. The sit down showers do not have bowls for the water but they remind you that there is a California drought happening. The thermostat, located right next to showers, was set at 70 degrees. It was very cold in the air, of the sauna space. The spaces to sit inside the steam and sauna is very crowded if there is any more than 4 people. The hot tub uses chlorine and is maybe 97 degrees, which is not hot. The amount of space the cold tub uses, has same footprint of space as the hot tub, which is too much.Suffice to say, completely sober, you’re asking for a bad trip at the automotive repair/car wash strip-mall, Korean spa, unfortunately. Good luck though!

We had the best experience at Yu today. We didn’t know what to expect since we had never been to a Korean spa before. It was wonderful. The scrub was great. I felt so clean and relaxed afterwards. We used all of the amenities and spent 2.5 hours there. The staff were all so kind. I will definitely be returning.

It was a great time with my girlfriends! We were massaged and washed with brushes, we came out like babies! delicious fruits and tea delighted us in the common area! We will definitely come again!

I really enjoyed my stay. My experience has been with King Spas but to compare this was as clean if not cleaner than King Spa. Dude on the phone in the dry sauna I could have done without. Im pretty particular about cleanliness and I think they do a decent job keeping it clean on a Thursday morning. It was not a busy time which I recommend as this facility is smaller. Each room is big enough for a small group. Steam shower was my favorite because I was on my own. I did not use the hot tubs but I got a massage, it was fantastic coming from another bodyworker of many years. THE REPETITIVE MUSIC IS NOT RELAXING. Its a different vibe though, so the private massage is more curtains for a door in private room. This may be to protect the therapists 👀 I would like more than an extra hr for time with massage/services purchase, I went before my massage and face mask and left like a smiling pool of jelly. Ill be back.

Check your bank statements! I went in for a massage ($80) and spa day ($50). I enjoyed my day. However, we noticed that they request a tip upfront AND after service. I didnt leave a tip on my card because Id brought cash for tipping the people who actually provided direct services (the way I believe tipping should actually work). After the massage, they give you an envelope for cash to be paid to the masseuse. I paid a 20% cash tip after the massage, which I think is wholly sufficient. But when I checked my credit card statement I noticed they ILLEGALLY changed the charge I signed for, adding an additional 25% tip to my card. So I ended up paying a 45% tip. Unfortunately this has soured my experience with them and I wont be returning. If you go for a massage, and dont want to pay a tip twice, pay for all services in cash and only tip AFTER the service.

The milk & honey body scrub treatment is exceptional and the staff are helpful/friendly. Unfortunately, the hot tubs cleanliness is a serious concern. Ive developed a hot tub rash during my last two visits, which is extremely uncomfortable, itchy, and alarming once you understand its cause. This issue likely stems from low chlorine levels and bacteria growth in the hot tub. Regrettably, I wont be returning and will need to seek an alternative Korean spa. Yu Spa, I recommend increasing the chlorine levels or emptying/refilling the hot tub more frequently to maintain proper hygiene standards.

*BRING CASH TO TIP* if you’re getting a massage/scrub service done!! Didn’t know we’d be presented with envelopes to tip after our service from our masseuses, which you turn in at the front desk before leaving.We tipped upon paying when we entered, and hopefully that gets distributed to the staff? But it would’ve been nice to know beforehand.Otherwise, we had an amazing first experience at Yu Spa. We didn’t know what to expect, but here’s what we did:- check-in and pay upon entering where you receive a locker key with a # on it, a shirt and shorts set, a small towel and a large body towel- gals and gents head to towards their respective locker room, but not before placing your shoes in a cubby hole that matches the # on your locker key outside the locker rooms- head to your locker #, place what you need in your locker and undress completely - you hit the showers first before using any of the pools/saunas/rooms ~optional to bring a towel with you ~ showers have shampoo, conditioner, and body wash- after showering, you can use any of their areas within the spa. Within the ladies locker room, there was one cold tub, one hot tub, a steam room, a dry sauna room, and a separate area if you were adding on a scrub service. Some ladies were carrying around their large towels, some only their small ones. Some weren’t carrying any. I used my small one to sit on while in the steam/sauna room. There are also a couple bathroom stalls and a vanity area with q-tips and body lotion.- once you’re done, or if you need a break, you put on your shirt and shorts set and head to the one common-lounge room between the ladies and gents locker room. The lights are dimmed and mostly everyone was speaking in hushed tones. This is where you wait if you have a massage scheduled (your locker # gets called).- In the lounge room, they have tea, water, and sparking water to drink. Complimentary snacks include: apples, oranges, candy, dried fruit, trail mix, etc. I saw some people journaling. It was a relaxed, zen space.- adjacent to the lounge area are 3 additional common rooms: a cold room (kind of felt like a large walk-in fridge), a clay room, and a salt room. I wish the clay and salt rooms were a bit bigger because there were points where there was a bit of a wait and it seemed like some guests were so relaxed they were napping, haha.- You can come and go between the lounge and the saunas/rooms/tubs as you please.We would definitely visit again! I think I’d bring an extra towel next time because the provided ones got soaked through quickly between the saunas/baths/showers. I also brought sheet masks for us to wear while we took a break in the lounge room - highly recommend!

I always enjoy the facilites at Yu Spa. Yes, it’s expensive compared to places in LA but guess what? This isn’t LA and there isn’t that much competition. I like that the steam and sauna rooms are hot, but wish the cold bath was actually cold not cool. Scrubs are solid, but massages are not very good (not unusual for Korean spa) and not worth the time or the money. The time limit doesn’t really make sense given most people don’t stay that long, it’s never at full capacity, and it’s not 24/7 so they don’t need to worry about people using it like a cheap hotel - unnecessarily stingy esp given the prices. If I’m in LA, I make it a point to go to a spa up there even if I’d rather wait to go midweek in SD, just because I don’t want to be rushed.Now, Korean spas are not known for their pleasant customer service, but Yu Spa’s front desk (full of non Koreans) wins for absolutely horrible staff. There are always at least a few surly young people who are genuinely annoyed that they have to hit pause on their gossiping and social media. Even if you’re the only customer there, they make it a point to have you stand there for a few minutes before they acknowledge you. As a Korean, I’m very confused about why these people were hired at all.

Such an awesome place to relax and receive spa treatments. I got the body scrub with oil and the yoni steam. Would def come back for the spa areas and scrub! So many options for a great price.

Let down. Other reviews raved about the body exfoliation/scrub. Maybe this just is not for me but it felt rushed and like we were slabs of meat on a cold slippery table. If it wasn’t so cold maybe it would have been more enjoyable. The process is impersonal. They call you by a number instead of just asking for your name, you are walked in naked in front of 10 other people and then laid on a table and aggressively maneuvered around. The massage therapist didn’t even introduce herself or explain the process. The massage was rough and felt like my toddler jumping on my body.I was scheduled for a 30 min body scrub followed by the Milk and Honey massage. 90 min total. After 70 min they were done and when I asked if it was a full 90 min she told me to go shower.I was shivering during the entire treatment. I asked to forego the massage after the body scrub and she told me she would make sure to dry me off and cover me to keep me warm. That never happened despite multiple requests. Getting a massage should feel relaxing and calm. This was the opposite.Th amenities are okay, they have a good sauna and steam room with a nice cold tub. However, the floor is slippery and wet and you have to be barefoot. It gives locker room vibes not cozy spa vibes.For $175 I expected better. I’d never do this again.

It always seems like the front desk is in a bad mood. I just want to pay for my wife and I to enjoy the spa. But it always seems like they have an attitude about it. Not sure Ill be back anytime soonGlad to see the upgrades and maintenance over the years. Even with the increase in pricing Ive enjoyed the spa.

If you want your day to be RUINED like they did my wife’s birthday please go to this place. They appeared to be nice but they are money hungry. I paid for a the spa service including the tip and my wife forgot to carry the gift card and even though they saw that my information and payment was there they insisted I drove an hour to drop off the so called gift card. I spoke with the manager who didn’t even care if it was her birthday and told me he can’t make any adjustments and yet my payment info and name for the reservation was there. To add more insult to injury when they embarrassed my wife on her birthday they told her to come back another day with the gift card and that they don’t offer reimbursement of funds. If I never told them I would get the authorities involve (better Business Bureau and the police) it Would have been difficult to have the full funds returned. If you still decide to go I wish you the best. Whatever you do don’t trust their smiles they are heartless.

Decent spa - seemed clean and had the basics (hot tub, cold plunge, wet/dry sauna, salt room), but I felt like it was a bit overpriced. The lounge area was very relaxing and had free snacks/tea to enjoy while waiting for a treatment.The massage was great. If you like a firm massage, this is the place to go. I thought I liked a firm massage, but had to ask the masseuse to go lighter several times. I think a nice touch would be for the masseuse to offer a bottle of water after treatment, especially for the price.The reason Im not rating this experience higher is that I felt a very weird, passive aggressive vibe from the front desk staff. There were a couple of times I had asked a question, and she would answer before I could finish my sentence, as if she thought I wasnt worth her time. It wasnt busy at all, and it felt unnecessarily rude. For many people, including myself, this is a very special experience, and for a very brief interaction, you can impact whether or not someone will feel welcomed in your facility.

Pros: cleanCons:1-Expensive at $50! For comparison Wi spa in LA is $30, Riviera spa in Torrance is $28 and I spa in Irvine is $35. $50 is a rip off especially with a time restriction. Plus facilities of Yu spa is the smallest and the worst of these four spas.2-A 3 hour time limit is ridiculous. Spas in LA have no such time limit and are bigger and better. And less costly. If you must put a time limit 6 hours should be the minimum. With 3 hours I felt rushed and couldn’t have s relaxed experience.3- Jjimjilbang is NOT in a traditional Korean style! They have sofas. I almost bursted out laughing at this absurdity.4-Pools/jacuzzis are is quite small. 3 people in each is the max. My knee occasionally bumped into a guy next to me. Awkward!

Went for a massage because I was having neck pain. I explained to the woman that I wanted my neck and shoulders massaged. She ignored my request and just did her normal routine. I left in more pain than I came in with. A complete waste of time, and they expected a tip even though they didnt do what I came in for. Save yourself the frustration and find somewhere else.

Best body scrub & spa ever!!! Men & women are separated, but at the common area. Very clean & friendly staff. Since it was our first time we were given a tour and that’s really nice, made it easier for us to navigate around.

New RemodelReasonable price. Good organization and design. More space for relaxation. Fully equipment.

It was a girls day spa right before the holidays. The four of us went early about 90 minutes to enjoy the wet area facility. I thought the wet area facility was smaller than anticipated. The private massage treatment was pleasant. However, it wasnt a private room. There were snacks served in their common quiet area and not a food court. There were 3 common area rooms that you can explore. We didnt stay longer after our treatment. So its a nice cozy facility if youre not planning to stay all day.

Peaceful atmosphere, great customer service, did the couples massage with my wife and we were both in heaven!!!! I cant remember the massage ladys name but she was amazing!!!! Highly recommend this spa!!

Had a great time! Went twice while on vacation and both times were wonderful and relaxing. My husband and I got the dry Swedish massage which was nice. If its your first time, they will give you a tour and explain the rules. They also have a lot of information on their website 👍

Ok my friend took me here for my birthday this week! Lord this place was amazing, relaxing, and my skin is glowing I highly recommend give them a visit and get the body scrub!! Kay you make my skin amazing I will be coming back

I like the amenities but my complain is about the the cleanliness of the place. The hot tub had a layer of gunk on the top on the water that you can actually see on the wall. The cool plunge pool had floating hair and grease on the surface of the water. I was very reluctant to use it but then did because I already paid for it. The massage was very expensive for just having someone press on your back for 50 minutes.And I also got an eye infection from the filthy water.It’s a shame that the place is so gross. I wish I had a better experience.

First time here, I must have come on a good day because everything was clean, and everyone was really nice! Came in for a 30 minute massage and wanted some jacuzzi time after. I haven’t tried the saunas yet, but people seemed to love them. Joanna’s massage pressure was perfect! I made sure to bring cash with me to specifically make sure that tip goes straight to her. Yes, you do have to shower before entering in the hot tub. They provided soaps and shampoo which I loved! Common area was really cozy, I almost fell asleep from how soft the couches were. They have free Wi-Fi, but I decided to just bring my book out with me to read there. I can’t wait to come back again!

Amazing body scrub. I left there with baby smooth skin. Best money ever spent. Very efficient and professional service. So worth it! Do it!!!!

Ive been to many spas, this one is on the bottom rating: too crowded, too loud, cold water tub was out of order, and I was not informed, when i asked for the short sets to put one; the one thats free in all spas, to explore the other areas, they said it was $10 more. I was not informed about all this even though told the front desk attendant that this was my first time in the spa. But front desk ended up giving me the shorts sets for free because I complained about the cold bath. Oh...there is snacks included with the extra $10.

I had a decent time my first experience there, but on a return visit I drove a long way and scheduled my whole day around enjoying the facility only to arrive and find the “hot tub closed” at a SPA. I guess you have to call to make sure the facility equipment is working every time you want to go.

I recently found this spa and have visited twice just to use the Steam and Dry Saunas, showers, and cold pool. I find the temperatures to be perfect for the saunas and cold pool. The hot tub, as expected, is treated with disinfectant (chlorine or similar), and I dont care to subject my skin to those chemicals - but it is standard practice. I greatly enjoy the sauna therapy during the cooler months, and the air has been so dry lately.

Ive been to many other Korean spas, and I think the quality of this place was nowhere near its price. Its definitely not the traditional Korean spa most people know of. Sauna is really small, and both the tub and sauna temperature need to be higher. I would highly recommend going to the aqua daily spa, which is located very close to here. Lower price with better quality sauna and tub. If you are Korean and thinking about visiting this place, I recommend saving money for other goods.

This spot was incredible! I’ve been to K spas in Virginia, Georgia, and Washington state and this one was top notch. I’m not sure why this place has any bad reviews because I found it to be incredibly clean, all amenities listed were exceptional including my scrub/massage combo, the temperatures of the hot and cold tubs, corn tea and fruit water always available, the softness off the uniforms (not just some khaki poly blend), the price, the saunas, and how the reservations were spaced out. I never felt like there were too many people in any of the spaces. If you have never been to a Korean spa I suggest reading about etiquette at what expect first and do not expect this to be the same as a western spa experience. It is common to be in a group area for the wet body work and leave your swim suit at home. Be comfortable being nude and tip the women performing body work on you a minimum of 20%.

After reading multiple reviews, I was nervous for my appointment today but once arriving, I paid and was shown around the facilities. The areas are very clean, and inviting. The facility is nude in the hot tub/cold tub, steam & dry sauna as they state on their website. While, yes women of all different shapes and sizes were present (this angered me from the previous review) I never once felt uncomfortable or as if I needed to cover. I minded my business, just like everyone else. Having nude communal area for a spa experience is very common in the Asian culture. I did carry around my small towel to the sauna & steam room to sit on. There are small curtains in between the wet service area beds, but they werent pulled. However, most of the time my eyes were closed or covered so I wasnt paying attention to anyone around me during my scrub and massage. The beds are slippery, so beware, but they do help you from falling off. Overall my experience was really calming and relaxing. My skin is so soft and my body feels renewed. Would recommend to anyone wanting a full spa experience, as long as you are comfortable in your own skin!

First time in a spa, and to be honest I was quite nervous. But, I do have to admit that I had a great time and never have I ever felt so relaxed.Once you arrive, you are treated by very nice staff (Note: this is your time to ask questions, once you go into the lockers no one will speak English). Sure, it’s a bit nerve racking getting in the buff with other people around. Once you clear your mind and get over it, it’s actually not bad. I didn’t feel like anyone was judgmental at all.100% recommend the body scrub. I showered before coming, I mean… like I was clean. And the amount of dead skin that came off me was surprising!At the end I went into the ice room. Which felt like a fridge and not a freezer. Closes all your pores and tightens the skin. And feels quite refreshing.The entire spa is very well organized and clean. Amazing time spent there.

So, I really dont understand what all these 5 star reviews are about. I guess I dont really like Korean spas? This place is large and divided into 2 sides - one for women and one for men. The lockers are large and very clean but once you go beyond that, its questionable. The wet area had a small hot tub, small cool tub and a couple saunas. Everyone, large and small, walked around naked with it all hanging out - clothing is not allowed. The treatment area were like 20 beds in a communal room with no curtains separating the beds, and once youre on the bed, there is very little to no draping. It was noisy and unpleasant. I am not comfortable being completely nude in front of several dozen strangers, but that was the only option. When asked to get off the table and to walk back into the Jacuzzi area to rinse off, I asked for a towel and was denied. The table are covered in plastic, wet and uncomfortable and for sure slippery. They ask you to flip over more than once which was NOT a fun experience. They were rough and to the point; not relaxing nor enjoyable for me by any means. I will not be returning - EVER. Not to mention, my back is still killing me from that super rough massage if you want to call it that. I went for my birthday and was so disappointed at how not relaxing it was. Oh well, live and learn. There are apparently plenty of people who disagree with me.

I would recommend this place to any and everyone who asked for a Spa referral! The wet massage was everything... Yes, you have to be opened and comfortable with your body and new things but bare in mind these people won’t see you again or remember your face. I went on my birthday May 2nd and is currently planning a next visit for this weekend with my boyfriend for a dry couples massage while he’s in town.

This is a great Korean spa. Not huge like some in other cities but they have a hot tub and cold plunge, plus steam and sauna plus the coed facilities. Overall an upscale nice place.

I walked in this morning with a big smile on my face expecting to get a couples massage with my husband. First off, no greeting upon entering the front door. Just blank stares. One of the women seated at the front desk who was not Korean (She had tan skin and wavy black hair) eventually rang us up for a $260 dollar couples massage. We paid with a credit card. At the time it came to sign the receipt for payment, I noticed that it called for a tip to be included PRIOR to actually getting the service done. I asked her if it would be okay to give a tip AFTER the service was rendered ( I had brought cash with me for that reason). She took the receipt from under my hand before I could sign it, and said to me in an annoyed voice and face “Just ask for the receipt after”. All in all, this employee’s attitude was just a rude and awful one. At that point, I realized I would not pay for someone to treat me with such a rude demeanor. She just seemed like she simply could not be bothered with extra questions. My husband kindly asked if she had any recommendations for first timers and she seemed very inconvenienced about that question too. He would not have asked if he was the person working there. Nobody wants to sign up for that type of treatment especially if you’re there to pay and especially if you’ve come there to relax. I requested for a refund right then and there. But I would never return here nor recommend this place to anyone. Definitely in need of customer service training. Rude. Just rude.

I have been coming here for years, this is a great place. It has gotten more popular and more expensive, which is fine and good for them, they need to be able to run their business. What is unfortunate about the place getting more popular is the influx of patrons who don’t respect the rules in order to maintain a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. For example today I experienced a woman talking loudly on her phone in the change room, and loud conversations in almost every area. I honestly don’t mind paying more for yu spa, but I feel disappointed to not feel fully relaxed at this price point. It’s not their fault since it is the patrons who are doing it, but maybe more signs or more enforcing of the rules would be nice. People come in groups to socialize, it’s not a bar….

Ive been to yu spa about 20 times over the years. When they first opened, it was a wonderful facility, very clean, reasonably priced for the sauna and jjb. However I have likely visited for the last time. The wet area on the mens side has become so dirty and frankly disgusting that I do not feel comfortable using the hot tub or steam room anymore. The hot tub has black mold growing on the coping and the water is greenish, not to mention black grime floating around. The steam room has an entire wall missing and replaced with plastic. For the price, this is really unacceptable as there are other options that offer wonderful facilities for a comparable price. I really hope yu spa can turn it around and get their maintenance in order.

Been looking for a place like this. Had a really great experience and will be back. Got a great body scrub and massage and spent a couple hours in wet and dry areas. Love that there’s a cold plunge. Nice relaxing common area and appreciate the drinks and snacks.Thank you for keeping it all clean and maintained. If the cold plunge could be a bit colder it’d be nice but at the very least please keep it at least this temperature. Thank you!

I came in for my first ever korean spa experience today; I booked a body scrub, and tried every sauna and pool available for $80, plus tip. I am so pleased with my results from todays visit that I immediately booked a complete spa day for next week to try more of their menu.I cannot recommend it enough. I felt so comfortable and relaxed the entire visit. And the staff was so welcoming! I was very nervous, just having come in on a whim, and the lovely person at the front patiently answered my questions before showing me around the spa and pointing out all the features. 10/10

Waoo this is the greatest place ever, very respectful and excellent service. This is my very first time here but not the last for sure :) . Lo recomiendo muchísimo

PLEASE PEOPLE RINSE BEFORE YOU HOP IN THE TUBS!!!!!!!They did good job on the interior because it looked just like korea. I loved it.BUT the cold/hot tubs were not clean. The cold tub had hairs and deadskin floating and it looked so gross. Hot tub wasn’t sure because there was a jer bubble in the tub.I literally saw 2 white ladies not rinsing and hop in to the hot tub? That was so gross.You are not clean!!! Have some manner lol They said rinse before the hot tub and you were literally talking about it with your friend???I don’t know how often they change the water but if that’s what I need to deal with I won’t go again.

Dont come to the sauna for its extreme disrespect to consumers.First of all, I come to San Diego every month because of my business, and my assistant helped me to make a reservation online, so I chose this sauna to relax in the first place. The first time I came was in January of this year. There was no guide to introduce me to the facilities inside, and the $40 for 2 hour time limit was not comparable to the I spa and Wi spa in Los Angeles ($35 for 24 hours). Not only that, the bathrobe for sauna requires an additional charge? But the thing is, if its not recycled, Id be willing to pay for a disposable bathrobe. As always, I went there 1 or 2 times per month, at the time of appointment. Today, I came here again. Because the steam room was too hot, I was resting in the lobby when suddenly an elderly woman, pointing at my nose, yelled at me loudly, you cant sit here! I was shocked, I asked her why. She said you cant sit here because you didnt buy a bathrobe. She looked like a shrewed woman. I said, no one told me that I cant sit here. She said forcefully that if I didnt buy a bathrobe, I would not be allowed to sit there. I felt like I was breaking the law when I saw her attitude. I was going to make a 2 hour appointment for massage, but I was no longer in the mood. If I cannot sit there, they should have made all the rules clear when I paid for the services. And if I bought a bathrobe, a guide would come to introduce the services? If I dont buy a bathrobe, I would be treated differently? There is no human rights? I cant even speak out, and the elderly woman who was providing the services was like she was having mental issues.

Very peaceful experience! The massage therapist did an excellent job and made sure to hit every sore spot I told her too. The facilities were clean and well managed. I would recommend and return for a second time! They fit me in last minute before they closed which I really appreciated :) my body and soul needed it!

Perfect Sunday morning bliss is a scrub and massage which includes a face mask treatment and hair wash!! Love love love. Very clean. Would have liked a bit more pressure in the massage portion.

I love this place! It was clean and relaxing. I had never been to Korean Spa before and they were extremely helpful with understanding the layout and the rules. I paid for the scrub and avocado oil massage and my skin feels so fresh and vibrant now.I took one star off because, during my scrub/oil massage my bed must have been right next to their break room and I could hear everything! The microwave bell, the phone chirps and all the ladies enjoying their break. I just wish there was more of a sound barrier while getting my spa treatment.

The new desk worker is extremely rude and ruined the experience for me. I’m a regular guest there but she should get fired. The heavy white remake in her late 30s with glasses needs better manners and mind her own business.

Putting 5 stars just so this will be at the top lol. DEFINITELY not worth the price at all. 400 for two ppl: body scrub plus “deep tissue massage”. Body scrub was a good scrub fore sure just uncomfortable because of the lack of privacy while being naked and the fact we are on a slippery flat bed where u have to flip around often. The deep tissue massage is no deep tissue at all just repetitive rubbing motions. Lame ash

Great place to relax. Unless you are a plus size. Wet spa is great. IF you wanna go into the red clay room, salt room or ice room they give folks a green outfit to wear. I am about 250 5.6 in hight so slightly larger. Most time when I am here the green outfit is a loose. Today it was much smaller (not because I got larger, I actually dropped 16lbs since last here). Anyway I went to the front and asked for a larger size and they gave me an outfit that was bright in color - long pajama bottoms and a topping. REALLY.!!!For 1 long legs to sit in a hot room.For 2 let’s have the oversized person stand out even more.I was so discussed that I left after using the wet spa.

I am a loyal Yu Spa goer, been coming here for years. Bring all my girlfriends every time their in town. Always love the amenities and services. But tonight after a rough week at work I went in for a later massage. From waiting on hold with Wendy for ten minutes and difficult check out with Wendy rushing me out again at the end, unwilling to allow me to tip with card for my service. I hope checkin improves, to say the least. I always enjoy my visits but miss the old crew up front. Best regards.

First, it’s expensive, $40. But everything is up to par. The wet sauna was hot and plenty of seating, as was the dry. The pools were clean. Clerk friendly; she gave us towels and a key to locker. In case you’re wondering, the men could have been straight or gay and I didn’t see any fooling around.

I received an excellent deep tissue massage. The women’s locker room is amazing. Nude only cold / hot plunge pools on the female only side. Plus a bunch of saunas wet/dry. Great birthday present to myself !

My husband booked a couples massage as an anniversary present. For some reason the booking went under my name and everything was sent to me and it was supposed to be a surprise (could be his fault)😅😅. Also we didn’t know that we were supposed to show 30 minutes early which I felt super bad about but thankfully they had space for us to move our 12pm appt to 12:30. So as a warning Show up 30 mins early!!I’m 22 weeks pregnant so I can’t lay flat on my stomach or flat on my back and my masseuse was confused on how to get me positioned but it got worked out by my husbands masseuse who propped my leg with the pillow on the side and then just gave me a second pillow when I asked for when I was laying on my back. Once that issue was solved though the massage felt amazing on my sore pregnant body.The facility was very clean. I enjoyed the women’s section. I showered as required and the soap provided smelled super good. I since I’m pregnant couldn’t fully submerge in the hot tub (or go in the sauna) but I soaked my feet for 5 minutes and it felt a amazing, followed by the cold tub (which I looooooved because I was feeling too warm in general there already)My husband kinda avoided the men’s section because another man there made him uncomfortable but he still had a very good time with the massage. He should have just used the middle sauna but he was happy enough with just the massage.Overall I will definitely be visiting again especially when I’m postpartum and can go into hot rooms again ❤️ thank you ☺️

Angie, thank you so much for your professional, intuitive scrub and massage today. I appreciate your care and attention. My skin feels renewed and soft.YuSpa was sparkling clean, lockers available, so relaxing and great attention to detail with toasted rice tea, bubbly water, ice teas, fresh fruit and even a bit of chocolate.

What the heck?! That’s what I was saying when I left Yu Spa. I booked a salt scrub massage and yes I read the disclaimer about it being a fully nude treatment but I wasn’t expecting to be in a common space with so many other females completely exposed. That’s not my big deal though. The salt scrub treatment it self was very rough - I was scrubbed so harshly for 20 min or so. I was up 2-3 times showering off the scrub. The area was full of about 7 other women and it was loud but mostly cause the employees were loud. The massage part of my treatment was a joke, the therapist was super intense as if I didn’t just get scrubbed to all hell before that. Not relaxing at all whatsoever. I so desperately needed to relax (3 days of Disney, universal & sea world with kids!)But I’ll be fair: my massage therapist was nice, my skin was SILK for about 2 weeks after, the spa was clean and pretty inside. Fruit and water while waiting.My husband got a massage and he said it was nice. But loud, he could hear doors opening/closing, employees walking by and talking throughout the entire 90 min.We left confused, overstimulated and bummed. $400 later…

Very disappointed after paying $50 entrance fee to discover the so-called “cold plunge” is actually ambient temperature of 78F. This is not an isolated incident.It was a similar room temperature the last time I was here an few weeks ago and the reception staff told me it was because the spa had been busy and a lot of people using the cold plunge raised the temperature.So I came along today 15 minutes after opening and was the first one in. Had a 20 minute sauna and then showered and got in the plunge, only for my Apple Watch Ultra to show me the water temp is 78F.

Love the facilities and the scrub service. The front desk was so rude and condescending when I went to check in and check out. I was there to celebrate a special occasion and they kept changing my spa time without asking me if that worked with my schedule. I had dinner plans with a friend that weren’t flexible at all, again to celebrate something special. Then they acted like I was being difficult when they were changing things with no notice or call to let me know they had a scheduling challenge. The lack of care and awareness of how their behavior came across stuck with me more than the spa service! I will hesitate to go back and probably won’t recommend it to friends because of this esperance.

I got a scrub with massage that cost 120 dollars and I gave the massaging a tip of 15 dollars and she started yelling at me in front of all the people that 15 dollars was not enough, that I was obliged to give her at least 30 dollars, I was in shock because I was relaxed by the massage and suddenly a person comes and yells at you that the tip you gave her was not enough, the truth is that I felt very bad that they had forced me to pay 30 dollars in tip for a massage 125 dollars.I won’t come back ever to this place!

My favorite spa in San Diego. The staff is always super friendly. Thanks Rachel and Chandler for your help booking a lovely restorative experience. 10/10

My massage was so bad it was comical. I had to cut my 90 minute massage short because I couldn’t take it any longer: not a single minute of my deep tissue massage was relaxing or alleviating. Just a lot of super fast, aggressive rubbing back and forth in the same areas. The times she did slow down and apply pressure, it wasn’t at appropriate pressure points or areas in the muscle, but just straight down to where I’d either be choking against the table or my ribs would be crushed against the table. She even started cracking my spine, which I don’t even trust chiropractors to do. I tried speaking up and providing several “corrective” requests but couldn’t endure thru it any longer. The manager refunded me $75 because by the time I walked out it was 60 minutes. I requested refund for half (which would’ve been $90) because I first wanted to walk out at 45 minutes but my masseuse at first said it wasn’t possible. But quite frankly I feel like any reputable business would have given a full refund. Overall a very bizarre and distressing massage.

Enjoyed the full body scrub, wowie its like past lives were all washed away. My favorite room is the ice room, I fell asleep and cant remember how long I was in there. The spa was a relaxing get away.

Yu Spa isn’t terrible—it definitely does what it needs to do. However, I’m gonna be that guy right now and say that I’m from LA and the Korean spas in LA give you a lot more for a lot less. If you’re used to the spas in KTown, just know you will pay a little more to get less than what you’re used to. I can’t speak on the services, though, so I can’t help you there. I will say, however, that Yu Spa is very clean.

Love this place!!! Ive been coming here since there was a little Korean restaurant in the front, RIP brick bowl. The body scrub and wet massage are as wonderful as the dry massage. Theyve updated the common area with lots of comfy couches and side tables and always have fruit, crackers and tea available. They made the cold pool much colder which I loved. The only thing I wish is that the other patrons were respectful of others trying to relax--some had very loud conversations in the common area and womens hot tub which was distracting. And some staff were pretty loud when they were giving their tour. I love bringing my fancy skincare and makeup and having a full pamper day! ❤️

The massages are good because inconsistent performance of masseuse. Some masseuse seem to be rushing. Others are thorough.The front desk clerks need to improve their customer service. Every time I call the girl that answers the phone sounded nonchalant and did not seem to care about what I wanted specifically. Please train your clerks how to provide customer service. They are the first customer encounter experience. Customer service is not thorough and considerate. I recommend Yu Spa to study Japanese customer service. After living in Japan for over a decade they make U.S. customer service look bad. Giving Yu Spa 3 star for lack of good customer service.

So awesome that there’s a Korean Spa here in San Diego (and so close to me as well!) The communal area had light snacks and tea, which was very refreshing, especially after sweating so much out. I got the body scrub + salt massage and it felt great. My only complaint is that when I went (4/22) there was construction going on next door to the scrub room which prevented me from relaxing as much as I wanted to. I also wish the scrub area was a little more private. It was kind of weird to have that done with so many other people around lol.

Too small , In sauna have only 1 hot tub and a cold one

I am giving 5 stars because the manager was nice to me, but the mens spa has some inconsistent quality. I primarily come here to rest my eyes (medical condition) and do a body scrub on myself.My biggest gripe: sometimes the steam room has the perfect heat and you instantly feel your stress melt away. Other times its so cold that the steam just forms a cloud and only steams every 2-3 minutes like those trash steam rooms at 24 hr fitness, and you come out more stressed than before. I am unsure why this is the case but I have a feeling the staff do this intentionally to peek at the customers through the glass. I dont think its fair for all patrons to get shafted just because some guys might.To be fair for the staff though, I have seen one guy jerk it in the corner of the spa not the steam room. Also, this place does attract guys (mostly boomers) who enjoy staring at you in my experience. This is why we cant have nice things! Most customers mind their own business, though.Other problems: the hot tub is not hot at all sometimes, some soap dispensers dont work, sauna isnt properly cleaned some mornings, mens locker room fan is caked with dust, no body lotion in mens locker room!!, sometimes the sauna has so much fragrance that it burns my eyes (I come here to solely relax my eyes), some shower heads need to be decalcifiedOverall, this place is definitely worth the $5 over Aqua Day Spa!

I traveled all the way from the Chicagoland area to get to this spa only to be extremely disappointed. The place is beautiful and the amenities were a great bonus but the services I received were HORRIBLE. The lady who did my massage and body scrub was excessively rough from the beginning to the end. I asked her several times to go softer and to please slow down but it did nothing. She scrubbed my body as if I was the dirtiest person in the world. I kept saying ouch and lifting up and she’s laugh and then just keep going. My massage was no better. I paid for the coconut and sugar 90 massage with the scrub and she probably rubbed on my body very hard and fast for about 25 minutes. Everything hurt so bad. I feel like my skin is scratched and weft up because she was so rough. There was no effleurage or petrissage at all. She went straight to friction and tapotement. It was absolutely HORRIBLE. NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I TOLD HER IT HURT. I WILL NEVER GO BACK!!!They only received 2 stars for the lounge with free snacks and the bonus rooms saunas and salt caves. Groupon would have been a better I’m 100% certain. I will never go back and I’m gonna make a blog about my experience. Terrible

Disclaimer: I only visited the sauna area and not the common area.The facilities are ostensibly nice, but several issues made me not enjoy my visit.1. Steam room door in mens wet area is broken and makes a god-awful metal on metal shriek when opened. Every. Single. Time.This makes it impossible to truly relax in the steam room. Unfortunately, the proximity of the whirlpools, sauna, and showers to the shrieking door made relaxing impossible.2: Maintenence. There were more than three asian style shower stations where the shower mechanism on the faucet was broken, making use of those stations impossible.

I like it as for women. But! When my man came to get a massage, he had to be fully necked up front of a woman who did stretching on him without any draping !!!! For me and for my man it’s not comfortable and not acceptable! Anything else was great !

My son wanted to treat his girlfriend to a nice spa on her Birthday. I recommended this place based on my experience at other Korean Spas.Unfortunately, the lady who was in charge of taking care of his girlfriend was extremely rude to her! Also they were supposed to be partly covered during the treatment which that was not the case and in fact at one point felt violated.I felt really bad by recommending this place, so I called and spoke to the manager John and described in details what happened. He apologized and I could tell that he wanted to make this right. He said that he will call me back.He called back and said after talking to his boss, she refuses to do anything about it! Very disappointing!!I asked to speak to her, John said that he is not sure if she will call me!!She never called me. That speaks volume about the way this lady is running the spa. Customers are a source of income and their satisfaction is not important to her at all!!John said that he will talk to her again and will call me back.DID NOT hear back from John either.I get that things can go wrong at times, but we can always try to find a way to make it right.When the person who is running the business does not care about customer service, how can you expect that from people who work there.This is supposed to be a Spa where people spend a good amount of money to get pampered and not to be treated with disrespect!!As a business owner and/or a manager, you set an example how to treat the customers.I have gone to several Korean Spas such as the one in Orange County, LA and Las Vegas and loved them all.I feel bad that my son spent so much money and didnt get what he paid for and his girlfriend had to deal with a very unprofessional and rude person on her birthday.I regret recommending this place to my son and do NOT recommend it to anyone.The ONLY thing that was offered was a 15% discount on future purchases. That offer is for your business to make more money, not to make this right for the customer!!Why would anyone come back with this level of customer service?!Customer service is everything!!!

Great place to relax, recharge, replenish, breath, exfoliate, stretch, let go of daily stress…been multiple times, received services and all is great for what it is and for the prices. For people (women) who come to catch up with friends, ladies It’s a Korean Spa so get familiar with what it is and what it’s there for. Don’t be disrespectful and entitled, keep your voices down. Go to Glen Ivy, go to lunch or dinner, go have a picnic if you want to catch up and talk and talk and talk. Know your environment and respect it.

Staff was both friendly and attentiveMy service was booked by phone 1 day in advance and I was given instructions to arrive 20 to 30 minutes prior. By the time I was checked in and paid for and given a tour of the facility I still had at least 20 minutes left to get myself undressed for the tubs and saunas before my body scrub services. I want to thank Unice for sharing her healing touch and making this Spa experience memorable

Clean and well maintained. Has all the expected amenities of a K Spa. In the common area, they typically have tea, candy, cookies, and fresh fruit. A really nice touch!

Had a wonderful experience.. Staff was friendly and welcoming. This year my first Korean spa experience and they were more than gracious in the way they explained how everything worked and how to maximize my enjoyment of the different spa experiences. The steam room and the salt sauna were my favorites!

I have been waiting for the spa to open back up, I am so glad its safe to do so again! When I made my reservation online I noted that I was still recovering from a sprained ankle. As soon as I checked in they confirmed my note and made sure the massage therapist new as well. The spa is spotless, the music and atmosphere is so calming, and all the employees were absolute angels. Suzy was my massage therapist and she was very considerate of my ankle when it came to getting comfortable. She was gentle on my foot and overall I rate her services 5 stars. Thank you for opening back up responsibility, I cannot wait to come back!

This place is amazing! Definitely get the scrub and enjoy the hot tub, cold tub, sauna, steam room, clay room, salt room and cold room. I left scubbed and detoxed. It was wonderful!

The place is always clean and the staff maintains the place then entire time. The facilities are relaxing and not ostentatious but classy

One of the best Spas in San Diego to go relax and enjoy a moment for yourself. Facilites are always nice and clean and people are always friendly.The setup is nice and give you many options to relax. Do not like that the staff sit or walk around very often (for long periods) in the common areas (made me feel a little uncomfortable as if they are “observing” you).

I just got home from a wonderful night at Yu Spa. The place itself is very clean, bright, and comfortable. The staff was friendly, the front desk guy showed me how to get around and what to do. The jjimjilbang was very nice and worth the upgrade if youre just visiting with no services. The atmosphere was just what I wanted for relaxation.I booked the 75min scrub + massage and May did a wonderful job. I went in with high expectations and came out even more pleased than I ever thought. I highly recommend carving out some time to give this place a visit. If I were a local Id buy a membership. Five stars!

First experience there and find the place to be clean and well maintained. Staff was very helpful. Loved the salt room and the red brick rooms. The child room was a good place to catch your breath. The restaurant next door, bread brick has his food and done new drinks. I love the pecan caramel, a great drink and unusually flavor too. Definitely to guys places for a Friday night of relaxation.

Today I received the scrub/seaweed wrap/massage. Amazing! Thank you Jenny for all your hard work! The facilities are very clean. The afternoon was very relaxing.

Most relaxing and most affordable spa in San Diego. If you are looking for a Japanese or Korea spa this is your best option. The owner Kumi is so amazing and very sweet! The place is very clean and well run and such an enjoyable experience. If you need to unwind or are just feeling super stressed this is the best place to take a nice little break. This is one of the best spas in San Diego county. Thank you Nami for taking us here!!

This place is great. My second visit to a Korean spa, which I love. I mean where else scrubs you like that?! Clean, thoughtful and private. Scrub was great, I think it could go to next level with better products but truly a great experience 👍🏼

Steps to Korean Spa!!!!1)Walk in , remove your shoes and place on the shoe rack.2)Go to the locker room, get naked!3) Store your stuff in a secure locker.4) Take the required shower sitting or standing, your choice.5) While you wait for your appointment-Soak in hot and cold tubs. Enjoy dry and wet sauna6)When they call you -get Full body scrub, body wash, shampooed, facial and full body massage.7) Put on your provided pajamas. Walk over to the common room.Drink some hot tea and eat a cookie. Read a book, relax, meditate.8) After that lay or sit in hot clay room, hot salt room, and ice room.9) Enjoy the best feeling ever!I wish I could afford to go here every week!

Going back for sure. Only went for the polar plunge, sauna and steam room but it was very nice. I will gladly pay 25$ for some relaxing recovery here. Staff was super nice as well. Not used to nude but it wasnt awkward at all there

This was probably the best spa I have ever been to. Took my best friend as a bridal gift the day before her bachelorette and it was just what she needed for the stress of wedding planning. The aroma therapy massage was absolutely juvenating! We felt like whole new women. And spent about an hour and a half afterwards using the spa amenities. Their traditional saunas were so soothing and you could really feel your pours and body bloom. I am so happy we went and cannot wait to come back! Thank you, Yu Spa!!!! Great prices and lovely staff! Definitely book your relaxing time here ☺️

I have always been apprehensive of trying a place like this but I went with a few girlfriends and had the best experience! Would highly recommend for everyone to try the body scrub & massage option. They completely scrub you down, then oil massage you, completed with a facial and washing of your hair. The saunas and hot tub are also to die for. I spent three hours there and I’m sure I will be finding myself again here very soon. 😊

Had a body scrub appointment at 12:30. Had to go to the front desk and tell them that I wasnt called out at 1:05. Body scrub was good. The honey milk massage was just okay. Didnt like the use of elbow, the pinches against the table, and my knee being pushed to the table.The place is really clean, but a little small. Went there on a Thursday afternoon and there were about 7-8 people in the mens room.This is a legit bath house. Please do NOT try to find a hookup buddy in here. I am gay and went there with my husband, but I was hoping to relax in the hot tub before the body scrub. Instead, I had two guys lightly touch me a few times. I decided to wait on a chair right outside the scrub area.Husband requested deep tissue and sweedish massage, but instead got shiatsu.TLDR: clean, friendly front desk, worth going for the facilities (at the risk of being touched), massages not worth it.

Nice facility, was much smaller than I anticipated but overall good experience. You have to obviously be ok with the human form in its natural state. The wet sauna gets pretty hot just fyi had to step out a few times and splash myself w cold water. Didnt try the body scrub but looks good as well.

Showed up and our reservation was apparently taken by someone else or something. Reception was confused and unable to help us or explain the situation. Very dissapointing first time here. Would not trust their reservations, would not recommend to anyone, and would not come back.

This place is amazing! Every person I had was thorough. My husband and I were so relaxed that he fell asleep! Highly recommend that you visit if youre visiting or in the San diego area. Its a spa like no other!

Love it. I like that its smaller than most Korean Spas. Makes the experience more enjoyable. Candy is awesome with the body scrubs and massages. This place is very clean and neat great ambiance. Smells like relaxation. Next time I come I will have to try the restaurant.

Awesome experience, this is only the second Korean Day Spa Ive been to but it really kept up with the expectations of I had. I was just there yesterday and Im already itching to go next weekendThe only issue was that people really dont respect the quiet rule, but thats an issue with other guests not the establishment themselves haha I recommend bringing ear plugs if it really bothers you or just learn to really zone out

My daughter took me here. I like their misty sauna, their red clay room, their cold room their hot tubs. The place is clean. However, I wasnt happy with my massage the reason am giving it four star.The masseur they gave me talks so much and I was trying to relax and he still supposed to stretch me and he didnt do that and left.me with my back still very very sore. I should had gone to my usual Thai a massage Place in La Jolla.I will come back here but only to used their facility and not their massage.

This is definitely not a Korean spa jjimjilbang. The place doesnt look like the pictures. I was pretty disappointed after visiting this place.

I booked a bundle scrub and massage. It was suppose to be 30 minutes scrub and an hour massage except there was no massage.....There was no milk and honey either just some unrecognizable oil. I called two days later to ask if I misunderstood the description as there was no massage...I did not misunderstand but was asked why it took me two days to call. I explained I was hesitating about calling as I did not want the girl to get in trouble. I was told a manager was going to call me back and have heard nothing yet.. beyond disappointed

I really enjoyed my time at the spa today this was my first Korean spa experience. The facility was nice and clean, which I appreciated since we are walking around in the buff. The common area you wear your provided clothing and you can use the salt sauna, the clay sauna or the cold room (in love with the cold room!) In the womens locker room there is a separate shower area and steam room/dry sauna. I got the scrub and mineral oil massage. The scrub was a little awkward at first because you are nude but then you relax and get over it, in western culture we are more shy but I am glad I was brave and tried it. I definitely will go again, I especially liked the milk and honey liquid that they put on after your treatment it was really soothing and smelled great. If you are shy come mid week after 7pm its less busy I think. Also go next door and try the pumpkin drink I forgot the name but the flavor really grew on me :)

This was a really great experience and rhe price was fair. You go in and can hang out in their pools (hot and cold) and in their saunas (wet and dry) until your massage starts. The massage is an experience because you are scrubbed down with an exfoliating glove all over and then rinsed off. After there is a more relaxing traditional massage. I felt so refreshed after

Great massage, offers both men and women service with its respective massage professionals. I had the body scrub and massage with Ivan who was great would definitely recommend. Theres a common ice room, dry sauna and jjim jil bang.The price is acceptable considering you dont have to leave immediately after and are welcome to use the services during your visit. Very clean, and respectable staff, love the common area, quiet and comfortable. You also have rest areas for after massage in each men and womens quarters.

Came here with my husband for a couples massage and was pleasantly surprised that after the massage, which they also included a facial, we were able to go get a body scrub, enjoy a hot tub and sauna. You also get little snacks and tea. However, after the massage, men and women go to separate areas for the hot tub, etc….

I loved the saunas and the cold plunge!!! I can only review the mens side but the sauna was 170 and the cold shower was cold. They have clay and salt saunas were not hot only 140 and the cold room was 55 degrees which for me was not that cold. The facility and staff were so nice. This place was uber clean. I that it was amzing. If you like saunas this a must go place

Great first experience. At first I was apprehensive about it but the whole experience but it grew on me. This place is a one stop shop. You can eat and relax!Candy was my massage therapist definitely recommend her. You can literally spend all day in this place relaxing.

A Korean style spa located close to San Diego airport (SAN). Very clean, but small bathing pools, but very good customer service. The price point for services were affordable and very worth a day away from work or for a weekend retreat.

This was my first spa experience and I loved it. You have to take a second and figure out where to go first. Showered, steamed and then the lady found me for my scrub. She did an excellent job. It was just like in the Korean dramas. Loved it

I had an appointment booked for 11:45am. When I checked in there was no problem. Then after I get undressed and use the shower and facilities for 5 minutes I am told that my appointment needs to be moved to 12:15pm because other people arrived late. I did get a refund without a problem which was nice, but it was a waste of my morning. I will not be back.

My partner and I came for an hour of massage, we started the treatment and after 25 minutes, the therapists said it was over, we got up to the reception office and they said they were wrong, we had already lost the atmosphere and left the place with a very bad feeling, there is no order in the place! I don’t recommend about the place

Great spa for a bit of relax after a heavy few weeks. The wet massage and oil was fantastic. Definitely recommend and will be back next time in San Diego

A great place to detox and relax. Very clean and great staff that make you feel welcome. The restaurant had delicious food and drinks. The salt room is my favorite the smell of the salt and charcoal is really relaxing.

The ladies spa had two different saunas and two hot tubs. The body scrub came with a cucumber or green tea facial. Be comfortable with nudity or you can go to the male and female spa. I personally didnt visit that section but Ive heard its amazing.

Amazing, magical, total stress relief in two hours. Strongly recommend the body scrub and oil massage. I was transported to another dimension and had the added benefit of smooth, soft, glowing skin. Very clean and welcoming. Will absolutely return!!

If youre looking for a relaxing environment without spending a ton of money this is your space. Yu Spa offers guests a place to just sit and chill in one fo the hot tubs, cold tubs, dry spa or wet sauna. Yes, you get nekiid , so just know that going into this. The place is relaxing and well valued for the price. I recommend the scrub--you cant go wrong.

It is okay. It can get noisy in jimjilbang when people are talking and you try to take a nap but its tolerable. The salt room is okay too. I mean I usually go to L.A. to get my body services but since I live closer in SD now, this place comes handy. I just come here because i dont want to drive almost two hours u know. The place is clean and organized.

This Korean spa is a unique experience for most Americans. Youll need an appointment for massage services, but the basics are worthwhile and dont require a reservation. Walk in, pay up, and get a locker key, a couple of towels, and a uniform. Leave your shoes in front. Suggested routine (youll find your own groove): Make your way to the locker room and put all your clothes (yes, all of them) in the locker along with your uniform and the large towel. Walk in to the tub room with your small towel and hit the showers first (thems the rules). Sit-down showers for the Asian/limber crowd (bonus). Now take your pick: dry sauna, wet sauna, cool tub, hot tub. Use the towel to sit on in the saunas. Shower between visits if you like. Show those pores whos boss. Getting a scrub or massage (or both)? Mind the time and dont be late for your appointment. Prepare to have virtually all your skin scrubbed/muscles massaged thoroughly. Breathe deep, go with the flow, and get loose--youre a body thats gonna get worked on, hard. You deserve this. When youre done, hit the showers. Feel that? You just lost a couple of layers of skin and/or had your muscles manipulated into Jell-O. Wanna soak-in the bliss? Theres a darkened room to lie down in, the rest room (go figure). When you feel like it, head back to the locker, use the large towel to dry off with and put on your uniform. Walk to the common area and stretch that bliss out some more. Have some roasted barley tea. Then, hit the clay sauna for more bliss. Then the ice room. Then the Himalayan salt sauna. Then the ice room again. Theres no rhyme or reason, just go where you wanna carry that bliss. When youve had all you can take, get dressed and drop your towels and uniform in their respective bins. Dont forget your shoes in the reception area and to tip your masseuse (cash is king). Exit with that bliss and carry it for days (be cautious when driving). People will notice your bliss and even comment on it. When your bliss fades, return and repeat routine as necessary. 😑

Have been to many Korean spas. This one both smallest and most Western. Pros: friendly service, beautiful artwork, clean and upscale locker room with nice amenities. Best restaurant of any Kspa I have ever been to, a place I have returned to on a non spa day as it is open to the public (not private for spa folks so dont recommend coming in here with your spa uniform, as you have people coming and going in outside clothes). Cons: Small. Hot tub only warm...only 2 tubs, warm and cool. Classic music playing in the common area you can hear also in the dry sauna rooms, salt room etc.. I prefer silence. Half of the common lounge room has chairs! Have never seen this at a Korean spa before. Only 4 people can lay on remaining floor space. Not the place to read and nap like other Kspas. Also, only 4 to 5 max people fit in the 3 common area dry rooms, again very small. Overall- If I was going to save myself the 2hr drive to LA and really craved spa time I might return. Otherwise, larger Kspas in LA are better. I usually spend 6+ hours at a Korean spa but could only manage to fill up 3 here and half of that time was at the excellent restaurant. ;-) If only this place could expand to the size of Wi spa..SD needs LA size Korean spas!

I did not know what to expect as this was my first experience. It was great! I walked out feeling cleaner and more relaxed than I had ever been. The ambiance was amazing, great customer service and cozy. Smelled great as well! Will definitely be back

Have been numerous times for the 1hr scrub/massage. Its just a consistently fabulous place to relax and rejuvenate. Fair prices, excellent staff, clean facilities.

Not worth the cost. The only positive thing I can say is that they had free fruits and beverages.

I got the 90 minute Shiatsu massage and it was awesome. Great pressure and a variety of massage techniques. The hot tubs and saunas were clean and comfortable. Great overall experience.

Very clean facility. Toothbrush, razors, hair ties, body lotion, Shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided. Not as big as Wi spa in LA but it has everything you need. Bring a face mask while you lounge and your own skin care for when you are done

Tiny. small. expensive. compare to Korean Jjimjilbang in LA.

I absolutely loved my first visit to Yu Spa!! Wendy and Alondra were amazing! They both answered all my questions about the spa and its different rooms. I will definitely be back.

Please make sure you have plenty of time to enjoy the facility. There are many places for you to relax before and after your massage. Parking is a bit tight but the service is excellent!

Love it here!! Massage therapists definitely need more training, but the scrub area and spa facilities are so nice!! Will definitely be back as soon as possible!

Very nice spa..relaxing and enjoyable. As with Korean spas, nudity is requied in gender separated wet areas. Male side had showers, dry sauna, steam sauna, whirlpool, cold pool, and lay down rest area and plenty of chairs to sit and relax. Locker area and toothbrushes and razors with hair driers. Did see signage about lude acts not tolorated but saw none of it.

Was excited to have a new K spa in SD. Unfortunately, the experience was not great. First, no slippers allowed, which is gross - definitely athlete’s foot hazard.Second, the scrubbing lady was very rough. She scraped skin off my ankle!

Compared to other Korean saunas, its a pretty good one! Body scrub is definitely something you wanna try if you havent yet (assuming you like being vigorously scrubbed hehe)

Great experience one of the best spas in SD

Amazing wet massage and scrubbing, except! Seemingly clean facilities, only I ended up contracting ringworm here. Luckily it didn’t spread too much. Probably can’t be helped that something like this happens on occasion due to the moist environment and multitude of people visiting, but it’s enough to keep me from going back.

Great scrub and massage hit where my back needed without saying anything. Yeah there are some lurkers there but just be comfortable in yourself and relax like its designed to be. Oh and go in the salt room then ice room your body will thank you.

I enjoyed this spa. My only problem was that they gave me this oversized T-shirt to wear while everyone else was given two piece short sets. I felt like an outcast the whole time. Im not big but I am black. Made me wonder.

The best experience ever! Definitely a hidden gem. Got the sugar scrub, face mask and seaweed milk massage. Felt brand new. Definitely recommend it!

There isnt a worry in the world that the (clean and well-maintained) hot pools, sauna, steam, clay, and salt rooms of Yu Spa cant wash or help you sweat away. Forget retail or talk therapy. A day at Yu Spa is the ultimate treatment for a stressed soul.

Had my first scrub + oil massage and WOW what an amazing experience. The massage therapist was very accomodating and i hope they are getting paid well!

Ive noticed some guys in the spa seem to be there for inappropriate reasons. I suggest they have the male spa goers register at the front desk. If the men are registered at the front then I feel like that would deter men coming there for inappropriate reasons. Other than that.. its the best Korean spa that I know of in San Diego.

Small but enough space for everyone( I was there Wednesday night so I don’t know how much busy on weekends)Friendly staff,clean and affordable prices.

My go to self and birthday gift ! Jenny and Kandy are amazing therapist !

My first scrub and wasnt sure about a couple of things like what I do with 3 towels, what one does in the common room, or how sandpaper the scrub is, but staff endured the language barrier and made me feel great. Trick was to get there 30 minutes early and soak, soak, and soak more. They get near your bizness, but its just to make sure youre freshly scrubbed everywhere.And hydrate!

So very invigorating. The cold to hot to cold hot. Its very clean and sanitary. Its very nice experience for the money. Next time Im going to do the massage!

Wonderful body scrub and sauna! I cant wait to book my next appointment. I would have given 5 stars if there had been more towels.

Food on point! Had the Bao Flight, bulgolgi bowl, and soup dumplings. Thai tea also good. Cam was great!

Three sauna room (guy and girl can be sit together in the sauna room) salt room, ice room and red stone. Inside of shower have a steam room and regular dry heat room. Theres a food court can order food. Super clean tubs^_^finally i dont have to go to LA for jimjibang>_< ↗

I am so glad I had my first spa experience with You Spa. Their facility is spotless. The front desk ladies were super nice and the lady who gave me the body scrub was superb!!

Great place, clean, has one hot and one cold tub, one sauna and steam room in the males only area, 2 saunas and a cold room in the common area, all areas were clean and well kept.

Its nice but not stellar. My skin came out reeking of chlorine. The rooms are nice but limited compared to the other Korean spas Ive been to.

Go for the spa experience, the saunas and the scrub etc. Massage wasn’t great

I’ve been here a few times and always have a relaxing experience. I find the facilites clean and the staff professional.

Highly recommend the body scrub and oil massage combination! You wont go wrong and try the restaurant next door! Delicious Korean food and beverages thatll make your day!

I love Yu Spa! Ive been a regular since last year, and theyre maintaining excellent COVID safety measures now that theyre open again!

Enjoyed a relaxing afternoon here. Pricing was competitive and all of the staff were great. Shiny, and in well kept condition, with plenty to fulfill your needs

Definitely will go back! I enjoyed the body scrub, and amenties this spa had to offer from: steam to dry sauna and do much more check it out.

Came here for the first time and the facility and my body scrub were incredible. I highly recommend it!

Im so in love with this place. Three hours of pure bliss followed by yummy Korean tea and goodies. If you havent been YOU ARE MISSING OUT!

Nice clean aqua spa and massage spot. Separate areas for women and men. A nother space that is coed for am extra $5. Will for sure go back.

I love this place, I wish I had discovered it before. However, I am in total enjoyment of the services I receive from it. The staff are nice, helpful and excellent in what they do. This spot is my place to go from now on.

Spa itself was super nice. However a lack of instruction and care for first time visitors. Not very welcoming. Massage was just soso.

Solid spa but extremely rude massage. Worst massage I’ve had and I get them monthly.

Always a quality experience going to Yu Spa. They have the perfect amount of variety for your relaxation needs. I recommend this place to everyone.

The spa is nice ! staffs are nice and polite but the manager or owner and therapist quiet rude …Too bad I won’t come back

So glad they are back open. Nice spa and very clean. A great place to relax and get pampered.

People don’t respect the “quiet voices” policy in the communal saunas. Not very relaxing when everyone’s chatting/singing/doing their makeup.

It was my first time at this place. The staff are very professional and friendly. I had a great time to relax and rejuvenate it was worth the investment to treat myself.

$50 to listen to Russians talk their mouths off and watch men play with each other

This place is clean but not as big as other Korean spas. Remember to ask for a receipt so that you get the services that you bought

Everything you want in a spa/sauna. I was worried I didn’t eat before and I might get too hungry, but there were apples, oranges and grapes available that saved me!

This was my first time here. This place is very clean and very professional an all around amazing spa experience.

Small, very clean, great products used for facial and body treatments. Loved everything...so relaxing.

I’ve been here 3 times and each one have been excellent and very relaxing. Btw it’s very clean

I love this place! Were there several times! Price is reasonable and staff is polite!

Pretty good place... ability to book an appointment online is a plus .

Awesome and best in San Diego!!!!

Great experience! Clean, professional, friendly staff. Everything you can hope for to really relax and escape for the day😊

Great Korean spa. Nice restaurant attached which is really great. It has separate sides for men and women.

Clean facility, only used the sauna and spa area.

This place is mosuging beseneses also has nais find landery and restaurant is looks like shopping center . most of employees are Vietnames or chaines.

So relaxing and fun! Your skin has never been so soft and scrubbed! ❤ all the ladies.

Awesome place to detox and relax. Body scrub, facial, and massage. Amazing experience!

This scrub and massage is new to me and was really good and have, sauna, steam,yacuci and cold water Love it

This spa is very clean and relaxing. Staffs are friendly and polite , highly recommended .

A dry sauna does not heat, the water in a cold tube is not cold at all

What a great spot to spend time giving back to yourself and relaxing! Very reasonable and easy to get to.

Great place for a massage especially guys very nice and very clean and well lit very up scale place with great amenities.

Got the salt scrub. Wow, what an experience. Read their website and ALL details. I was surprised, but it worked out fine for me.

Great sauna, clean, and a very good massage.I highly recommend it!

Great place for relaxation. Super clean. I will come back for sure!

Clean and social distancing practiced here, serene atmosphere, massage and body scrub excellent, good customer service

Pretty disappointing oil massage and worst shampoo ever. Had to shampoo properly myself to catch up before hair dry...

Great place to relax and have some massage! Worth every penny.

Great place for a deep tissue and also to spend abit of time in the salt sauna

I’d be here every day if there was a location in Mira Mesa 🤤

Too expensive and amenities are not very good. No wonder not too many customers. Not family frenzy at all....Very dissapointed

I love this place. It makes my soul happy. Its clean and lovely.

Very nice Spa. Very relaxing. Looking forward to many more visits!

Nice spa with multiple facilities for both men and women. Definitely coming back.

Fantastic experience all around. Scrub was one of the best Ive had.

A more friendly guideline and rule enforcement can be made here

Had the best bodyscrub ever, doing again soon, feel like triple million dollars😁😁😁

Had an amazing experience. Very happy with their services.

Best food ever... try bulgogi, spicy rice cake, tacos!

Still a new business but getting better with each visit.