OUTSTANDING. Wow! I’ve been wanting to visit Osmosis since I first heard about them many years ago. Friends had also highly recommended it. I tried it out with my partner. We did the Cedar Enzyme Bath which was really amazing. The whole sequence of events from the tea ceremony with the private zen garden, to the enzyme bath itself (like a warm weighted blanket of sandy goodness). After our Cedar Bath we both got massages. I got the transformation package and he got the deep tissue. Both were great and very relaxing, professional and therapeutic. Before leaving we visited the Meditation Garden which was so beautiful and we had it all to ourselves. Very worth the price, I’ll definitely be visiting again.
I had a wonderfully rejuvenating experience at this day spa. If youre looking for a place to unwind, this is the perfect spot.We started our visit with their signature **Cedar Enzyme Bath**. The gentle heat and the fragrant cedar created a serene environment that helped me to deeply relax. Make sure to keep hydrating and not take a cold shower immediately after.Following the Cedar Enzyme Bath, we indulged in a 70-minute Swedish-Esalen massage. Post this e spent some quality time in the meditation garden.The ambiance at Osmosis Day Spa is impeccable. The spa is clean, beautifully decorated, and has a calming atmosphere that makes you feel at peace as soon as you walk in. The staff are professional, friendly, and very attentive, ensuring that our visit is perfect.Overall, our experience at Osmosis Day Spa was exceptional. I highly recommend this spa to anyone in need of some quality self-care time.
Visited with my husband to celebrate our second anniversary. We had to plan the visit like a month in advance, but it was absolutely worth it. The whole experience was magical. The overall atmosphere was tranquil and peaceful, and the staff was very welcoming. The cedar bath was incredibly relaxing, though the highlight was the couple’s massage, which was just heavenly. Kate and Josh did an amazing job! A short stroll through the meditation garden after the massage was a nice final touch to end the day.
Our day at Osmosis was DELIGHTFUL! We arrived and were welcomed warmly by staff and directed to the changing rooms and the sitting room where we were offered a cup of tea. After our welcome tea, our first spa experience was the cedar enzyme bath, a practice rooted in ancient traditions. This was incredible! Josh, our attendee, was so great— supporting our treatment and keeping us hydrated. The cedar enzymes worked their magic, generating a gentle heat that steeped deep into my muscles and joints.After the bath, our second experience was sound healing in the hammock garden. I felt so relaxed!The combination of these treatments – the vibrational harmony of the sound healing hammocks and the detoxifying warmth of the cedar enzyme bath – was a journey into holistic well-being.
This spa was gorgeous and so relaxing, my bath attendant was very kind and helped me to not overheat in the cedar enzyme bath. The bath its self was nice and the perfect amount of time, it felt like a heated weighted blanket. My favorite part was the massage though, my masseuse was kind as welll and was very accommodating to someone with OCD so I really appreciated her. Afterwards I went to this beautiful koi pond/ meditation garden. It was definitely a very unique experience that you have to try at least once!
My wife and I had an incredibly relaxing experience here. We did the cedar bath for the first time and it was a cool new experience--kind of felt like a sauna mixed with a warm weighted blanket. Plus, then you end up smelling like cedar, which I personally love the smell of and couldnt stop sniffing my hands afterwards, as weird as that sounds. Then we had a massage scheduled but before that, we had some time to stroll in the meditation garden. Our massages done by Michelle and Andrea were INCREDIBLY relaxing and exactly what we needed. The staff was very pleasant and our host Josh was very attentive during the cedar bath. I wish I could spend every day in that meditation garden though. It was so peaceful and beautifully designed.
This was the most unique experience and I loved everyone second of it.My boyfriend planned the whole thing, he got us a couples package which included a cedar bath and a couples massage. The cedar bath was super cool and it felt like I was getting a hug from earth. Definitely make sure to stay hydrated before because it did get really hot after being in there for about 10 minutes.The massages were amazing, it was my first time getting one so I don’t have anything to compare it to but I definitely would love to go get another one from there.The staff were all super sweet and they gave us some great recommendations for places to eat and go see before we left town.Highly recommend:)
Osmosis is my absolute favorite spa, hands down. From the moment I walked in, I felt completely taken care of. The massages and facials were incredible, and the relaxing cedar bath was just the cherry on top. It’s the perfect spot to book a group event – we had a fantastic time enjoying fresh salads in the beautiful garden retreat. I also loved browsing through the gift shop; they have such unique products. The Koi pond is truly mesmerizing, but my personal favorite is sitting in the front garden with a cup of tea, soaking in the outdoors and the wonderful weather. If youre visiting West Sonoma, you have to book a session at Osmosis. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss.
My mom and I did the full shebang: tea + cedar bath + massage + walk in the gardens. the tea and the gardens were lovely. unfortunately, the rest of it was not.its going to to sound petty, but this place had the worst water of any spa Ive been to. in my opinion, spa water should be cold, filtered, and if its going to to have a flavor, that should be cucumber or something. what we got was room temperature, vaguely salty (??) tap water.the cedar bath area was filled with flies, and let me tell you it is NOT a zen feeling to sit there covered in hot wood pulp while flies buzz by your ear and land on your dripping sweaty face. our bath attendant left us with some cups of the tepid tap water which the flies also helped themselves to. 🤮after washing off the cedar bath, we had our massages. mine was... mostly okay. the technique was a little weird at times and it felt like I was being jostled rather than massaged. I was happy to find out that my feet were to be included in the massage but kinda grossed out when my masseuse then put her hands on my face without washing them first.overall there just seemed to be a weird lack of consideration... dont think I would come here again.
A wedding anniversary visit found us finally making it here to enjoy the Ultimate Experience package.We started out in an intimate tea room with a wonderful cleansing tea and view of the garden.Next it was off to the cedar bath, which was absolutely remarkable and relaxing. Go first thing in the morning for best experience as its at its warmest.A quick shower after the bath had us ready for a massage, with a short stop in the meditation garden to cool off and relax.The massage was definitely one of the best Ive had, leaving us relaxed, refreshed and in tune with the garden. A must see at this point is the generational koi pond.We ended our 4 hours with a excellent facial before enjoying a little lunch and soaking in the peaceful surroundings.Highly recommend!
Beautiful atmosphere with clean and well maintained Japanese garden, meditation and tea areas, clean dressing room with lockers, nice little store by reception, the staff are professional and very chilled. This is a very positive place to be in. What an experience to go naked in a hot tub of fermented cedar from Oregon, USA. They provide kimonos, slippers, and towels. Special mention to Alicia, our wonderful host who explained what tea were drinking and a brief history of Osmosis. This place originated in Hokkaido, Japan. Great to find out more about them on their website. We had a little problem that their new system could not read the gift certificate bought as a gift online. Thats something that their IT needs to work on. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. My skin feels so smooth and glowing. The most important thing is that my chronic pain was relieved.
Our guide was awesome. She explained everything perfectly and ensured that we were comfortable the entire time. Very relaxing. I don’t think they should allow people in the meditation room after they’ve changed and put their shoes back on, but it’s worth the visit. The serenity you feel is incomparable.
What a magical place :)! I visited Osmosis because I had heard about the wonderful garden and also wanted to try out the cedar enzyme bath. It is a unique and wonderful experience - the garden is so incredibly beautiful - and you can feel the love that goes into all the detail and with which Osmosis is run. The staff was lovely, the bath such a wonderful experience, and the massage in the pagoda in the middle of nature (but warm in the pagoda!) was also amazing. Thanks for the wonderful day :)! I can highly recommend to spend a day at the Osmosis and hope to come again soon!
My wife and I had an amazing time. The cedar bath was a really cool experience but it was the massages that really blew me away. Michelle was incredible. The experience was relaxing and so very healing. She was able to unblock my tension points and it left me feeling better than I’ve felt in so long. Highly recommend asking for Michelle!Sarah also did the massage for my wife and she also loved it! 10/10.
Couples experience was lovely! Everyone was very sweet, the enzymatic bath was very relaxing and it happened to be raining out overlooking the garden which made for a super peaceful time. The feeling of the bath is unique!! Also the massages were lovely, our masseuses paid attention to our bodies and considered what we wanted to focus on. I also left my Apple Watch in the robe at the facility and they sent it back to me promptly so everything about the service and experience just exceeded expectations!
The cedar enzyme bath was so energizing!! Highly recommend. Beautiful, peaceful grounds to enjoy while you cool down and hydrate.
What a magical place. Every service provider here is world class, the space itself is tranquil and beautiful (dont forget to leave time for a walk through the gardens!) and the cedar enzyme bath is an experience unlike any other. Cant recommend a visit to Osmosis highly enough.
The best day spa experience! My massage was amazing. The private tea garden was perfect. Meditation garden was absolutely beautiful, tranquil with gorgeous koi fish. Lastly the cedar bath was different, but my bath attendant made me feel comfortable which helped me not feel anxious while buried in the cedar. I felt the effects of that bath for the rest of the week. I highly recommend this place.
5 stars for an excellent experience, from requesting a booking to payment following our service. Dont miss the zen garden walk behind the spa building...it was breathtakingly beautiful! I had expected the cedar enzyme bath to be longer than 20 minutes, but that was my only disappointment. It was long enough for deep relaxation, but for the price, I expected more time. Still, highly recommended. 👏
Finally snagged a reservation for 3 cedar baths plus 3 deep tissue massages. We were so stoked by all our massages as many places dont actually give you deep tissue. . . .we like to say we are massage connoisseurs so shout out to Jerrism, Ashleye and Gardner. GREAT masseuses! Should out to Ashley who made sure we were comfortable throughout every step of our cedar bath experience. The surprise for us were the beautiful meditation gardens. . . Just stunning. Took off one star due to my massage room being on the bottom floor, super small space and having to listen to footsteps up above the entire 70 minutes. Also, the massage table should have been turned on automatically when I laid on the table. Definitely enhances the experience. We still cant wait to return and even booked another visit!
Incredible from start to finish! For my 3yr anniversary my partner and I booked the Warmth of Love spa package which included a couples enzyme bath and couples massage, followed by as much time as we wanted in the amazing meditation garden. Fantastic staff, stunning verdant gardens, and top quality massages. Everything about this was perfectly romantic and a very relaxing way to spend our anniversary!
This place is absurdly relaxing. It’s rare to find day spas that possess such a high frequency of a chill vibration throughout their design, customer service, and services rendered. The sports massage exceeded my expectations - my therapist, Josh, is gentle, strong, and radically empathetic. I don’t live anywhere near the spa and am bummed I don’t, because if I did I would certainly be a regular for massage therapy from him.Secondarily the Japanese cedar bath is a must. I can’t fully articulate the experience in text, as it is mentally strenuous as it is physically challenging. But it ultimately promoted a pleasing euphoric effect on my overall disposition for the rest of my evening.This is definitely not a luxury spa, in the western sense. It feels like a homespun establishment run by people who care about your well being, which IMO is all I could ask for.
We had a simply lovely experience at the Osmosis Day Spa. With my five other friends, we did a group package. The email communication with the staff setting up the appointment was prompt and helpful. All the staff on site were very pleasant and helpful. We did the foot soak in the cedar enzyme treatment and that was very fun though Im not sure I could do a full body treatment as it was very warm! Some of the group did massages and some did facials. Everyone was very pleased with their spa experience. The gardens in the back are just beautiful. I wish it was a nicer day for us to sit outside and enjoy. I would definitely recommend this spa for a girls trip experience.
Relaxing and interesting. Well run, full service spa. Unique. My sister and I went for the the cedar enzyme bath and it was more relaxing than I could have imagined.
We just had an amazing day celebrating my birthday yesterday!The place, the people, the atmosphere, everything was from a different dimension.We were completely relaxed after and totally forgot that we didnt eat whole day, and it didnt matter.We booked the Warmth of Love, and it included the tea, cedar bath, and massage with aroma therapy for 2.Every experience hit the point. Tea was warm and tasty, the bath in cedar was a very interesting experience, reminded me of the times back in childhood being buried under the sand, with the difference of being so pleasantly hot, and the skin after felt soft, like after exfoliation. The massage was the final cherry on top, and I wanted to personally thank Robert for the great job in working on my stressed and knotted body. The aroma therapy added pleasant hint in relaxation.Also, we never had a massage with open windows covered with the heated blanket!! Omg, that was absolutely amazing!Thank you again!
Very kind and accommodating. However we did not get the intake form sent to us and so our massage therapists did not know what our preferences were other than a few short questions in the beginning. I prefer more pressure during my massage and ended getting very light pressure. Overall relaxing but not optimal considering the prices you are paying. They do have free tea and a beautiful garden in the back.
I dont think I received the intended full spa package. First off everyone was really nice! The cedar bath was a nice experience and the time does fly by in there. The attendant was really attentive and answered all my questions. When it came to the massage, when the masseuse first got me, she said that I will be receiving a Swedish massage, I forgot what I had booked and assumed she was right. She was a little inconsistent with the pressure during the middle of the massage but did address the areas that I pointed out. But at the end of the session I felt a pinched nerve on my side that Ive never had before and it didnt subside even when I had returned home, it just kept bothering me the rest of the day. When I was done I wanted to check out the meditation garden, so I walked out in my kimono. When I reached it, there was another spa visitor in her kimono in the garden but so was, what I assume, her husband and child. And it felt awkward just me in just the kimono trying to walk around the garden and this random man and child in regular clothes just there with their stroller. I ended up just leaving cause theres no way I could relax there. I wanted to walk further down the path but then there was another random man in regular clothing poking his head around the pathway, and I dont think he had done any of the service or was waiting around for when it was time for his appt?, so I just went back to the main building and got ready to leave cause I didnt want to stay in my kimono any longer. When I was checking out the receptionist said I should have received the fusion massage not just the Swedish but what she described didnt sound like what I had received. So I dont know if Im just clueless about massages or there was some miscommunication. I wish I could have enjoyed the experience more but its unfortunate that I couldnt get the full experience especially given the price I paid. It was a nice experience but I wouldnt return again. For an exclusive spa to allow just random people to walk around the place willy nilly, while visitors who clearly after being serviced are just in robes/kimonos trying to enjoy whats included in their paid experience just doesnt feel right. Im quite honestly sad I didnt get the experience I wanted.
First time here! Had the cedar enzyme bath and massage. The cedar bath was INCREDIBLE. Feels like youre floating while sitting in the cedar and you feel all the tension leaving your body while you sweat out all the toxins. Staff was super friendly and professional and the place felt very covid safe.
Always a delightful experience! Its becoming an annual tradition to visit Osmosis for one of their massage + enzyme bath packages. Stay in nearby Occidental for a lovely small town with top notch dining.One can look up online what the enzyme bath is like... dont pass up this unique experience. Even my stereotypical male engineer of a partner loves it.While we find some of the gift shop items to be a bit hokey... think california new wave hippie... the services and massage experience is exceptional. Their deep tissue massage persons are very knowledgeable in treating athletes, which i greatly appreciate.We spent extra time this year to explore the meditation garden. It was the perfect way to end our day.
Hello!This is my second time here and leaving a one star review just because of the massage experience by Daisy and the after taste from the lady at the front who was checking my mom and I out of the spa.Daisy-Therapist asked follow up questions regarding why I dont want my feet and ears massaged.I thought it was none of her business.She then started talking to me as she began her massage and asked if I was coming from Berkeley.Unless a client starts talking, no small talk should come from the side of the therapist.Also, the swedish massage itself was way too gentle, the stroaks were way too gentle and the massage seemed choppy at times.I explained it to her that two years I got a way better thorough massage; she did try a little more, offered to ugrade to deep tissue and told me that since 2022 everything has changed!!!Everything? Meaning the massages are worst now?I recommend explaining things better, putting some music and adding just a few drops of aramotherapy to give the client a warm and enjoyable experience!!That’s how it was for me in 2022!!The lady at the front desk-We made it clear from the beginning who we are tipping, so if a client does not mention a name of the person who they wish not to tip, there is a reason.She made it SUPER awkward for my mom and I asking if we already left the massage lady any tips in the room earlier!!!Why do I need to explain myself that I decided to not leave a tip where I did not see fit???First of all, a tip is my choice whether to leave or not and second of all, I dont appreciate giving me suggestions of how much I should leave: either 18% or 20%I know how much to give.I would focus less on giving suggestions and more on making the client feel comfortable!!I will not be coming back.
Love osmosis! Been going literally for decades. Now live on east coast but make it a point to visit every time Im in California. Beautiful gardens, great massages (get a pagoda!) and if course the signature enzyme bath is really unique and so relaxing
Im giving it a 4 but would have done a 3.5 if I could have. The tea ceremony was a little underwhelming (they just give you tea and you can walk in a garden) and there is no waiting area (you just have to browse their shop while you wait). My wifes massage was great but mine was solidly mediocre. The cedar enzyme bath was very cool, though!
I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the cedar bath. The heat is different than any heat I have felt before. It feels like you warm up from the bones slowly, evenly and completely. It was entirely different than the heat you feel from a hot tub. I will definitely do it again. Then I did the forest bathing that was lead by the found of the spa 30 years ago. I will be back.
I finally made it to the Osmosis Day Spa after living in the area for 37 years and hearing wonderful reviews from my friends. I dont know what took me so long and now, I will be visiting on a regular basis. Everyone was wonderful, from reception to tea service, the osmosis treatment attendant, and finally my massage therapist. I felt welcome and pampered in a down-to-earth and sincere manner. The facility is serene, relaxing, and country rustic with a Japanese influence in decorum. The Japanese meditation garden is spectacular and lovingly well-cared for. I highly recommend the Osmosis Day Spa, its a one of kind place to unwind and heal!
Been holding off on writing my review for a while.My mom and I went here for a special treat for my birthday.My mom switched services due to me being pregnant. We felt a tad duped because they definitely up sold her for switching the services. By this I mean, we had less expensive services and then the front desk person pretty much doubled the cost because she didnt warn my mom asvin hey this may be more than your original treatments.We didnt find out until the bill was due. Perhaps it was not enough research on my moms part but perhaps, front staff just up selling on a poor mom... You can be the judge.With that it was a good experience for our facials and massages. We didnt explore the garden due to timing.Lots of variety of sizes of robes and interesting lockers to hold your possessions.I dont know if Id go back due to the switcheroo on my mom.Lastly, theyll automatically add a 20% gratitude.My advice just be super aware of pricing.
Everything about the cedar bath experience was amazing and the massage was out of this world. The garden grounds were peaceful. The staff was incredible. I felt rested and invigorated all at the same time. I highly recommend Osmosis.
Wonderful massage for my wife and I. We havent done many, but this was our favorite. They were good about checking in mid massage, didnt overmassage any areas, respected requests for more/less pressure, and were professional but welcoming. Favorite massage yet, wed be back often if it wasnt so pricy.
I had a cedar bath and one hour massage. This place is a complete experience! From the moment you leave your vehicle, youre surrounded by beautifully groomed and serene gardens. The staff is very welcoming and organized. I was given a beautiful tea experience prior to my cedar bath. Everything was impeccably thought out and presented. Ill definitely return. 🙏🏽🤍
There is no better form of self care than a relaxing and rejuvenating facial at Osmosis. The staff is solicitous and knowledgeable.
I went here hoping for a nice relaxing spa day and booked one of their package called “rejuvenating package” but it turns out to be the opposite of this which was a stressful & aggravating experience.From the moment I checked in and got out, I was disappointed with the overall service. As our first time here, my daughter and I will never go back. This place deserves zero star. Customer service is extremely poor. Front desk is disorganized and does not seem to care about the customers. I had to wait for a long time for the massage therapist in the cold patio after the bath with wet hair and robe. I got tired waiting, so I went back and the therapist finally spotted me. The same therapist who kept walking past me several times out in the patio which never acknowledged me until at least 30 minutes or so with me waiting.Then check out process was a nightmare. Vanessa R. who was working there lacked courtesy and was very rude and non accommodating. Both Vanessa and Michael could not reconcile the payment that we had previously paid because one of their staff who took our payment left the day already, instead they made us wait while they called the lady that did the transaction (my daughter did not get her name she had a bright green sweater that day and she had pink color dyed hair). We waited for at least another 10 minutes for them to figure out their check register reconciliation issue. I was in a hurry because we had a two hour drive back. I realized after looking at my receipt that I overpaid as Vanessa charged me one service I did not even receive.I have been in many amazing spa all over the Valley. Osmosis day spa is hardly a spa nor a sanctuary. I will never go back.
Super old facility, massage table and sheets smelled like sweat, very rude check in service, very average massage, would really not recommend
What a wonderful place. From the beautiful gardens to the amazing people. Every person I encountered was friendly kind and willing to help my many questions. Huge shout out to my massage therapist Daisy!! Best massage and message ever!!! She soothes your muscles and your soul!
This was our first time to Osmosis. Nanette, at the desk immediately took care of us! She was an instant of fresh air of someone caring for us. She oriented us and helped us find the Meditation Garden, changing room and warm robes. Next came Martha that walked us to the garden and waiting area for our appointments. Not to be dramatic but she actually cared for us! We had entered a true “oasis of calmness.” Our therapists, Beth and Tamara, are the reasons we will be back for more treatments. The pagodas added a true delight to the setting and we highly recommend this special upgrade. We spent little over an hour at Osmosis but will plan trips around these people forever!
Fantastically unique place to experience. I’ve researched a lot of spa treatments and the Ultimate Experience package is an INCREDIBLE value. Every provider was so kind and warm, and all my services were fantastic. I didn’t leave myself quite enough time to get the full garden experience so I will definitely be back. If you’re looking for something unique and relaxing to do in this area please make sure you make a day out of it here! The cedar bath was splendid and much easier to clean off than I expected! Can’t wait to come back!
The place was unique, in a small part of town, the customer service is good. Its pretty busy, so book in advance, we did a last minute book, all they had left was the cedar bath. So well have to come back and try the other services.The cedar bath was a unique experience, like bathing in warm sawdust. The fragrant was nice, very calming atmosphere. However, next time, I would not do the bath by itself. I think it would be more affective with other services. Otherwise its just an expensive relaxing sawdust bath.
We loved the Osmosis Day Spa. Jenny, Laurie, and Consuelo were marvelous. Our massages were incredible...the best weve ever had. The Cedar Bath was a unique and really magical experience. Staff was warm, welcoming, helpful, and kind. A must visit in the area!
My experience was exactly what I needed!I highly recommend the enzyme bath it was incredible . I will definitely do it again! My facial with Ashley was beautiful! My skin is glowing, can’t stop looking at it!! Thank you to the staff.. Michael made me feel welcomed and was so pleasant. Loved my Experience!❤️
The most unique and sacred garden you never knew existed. Friendly, patient, and educated staff.I would only mention that the pricing ahead of time wasnt entirely clear, so there was a surprise once it was time to pay. Just make sure you and the staff know exactly what you reserved and confirm if they ask questions or addons thst you may assume are just optional. Luckily, we had it and left with the most blissful ring around us, following us all the way home.I love the privacy, like we were the only ones there. The Japanese garden, the pagodas. The soft fluffy cedar bath is like laying on a cloud. They took great care of us.My partner is still talking about it and thankful I took him there. He said it was the best massage he had ever gotten and gets a lot if massages.
Kinda disorganized but 3 stars for the epic massage and beautiful calming garden. When we checked in, we were not going to be given robes for “single services”, but we asked and recieved. For a $230 single service, I’d like a robe, please. There was a person that locked the door of the changing room leaving the other folks who had items in lockers stuck in the hallway waiting. Just weird. There were a lot of people jammed in that hallway, waiting for services or lockers or other people.
Little before our Cedar Enzyme Bath we realized there is absolutely no water involved! It was so warm and if you move your fingers or toes it activates the warmth. Truly an unforgettable experience. My boyfriend and I went in together and it was funny to see him buried in a pile of cedar. The massage therapists were great & it was clean. We would love to come back!
Confirm your appointment time even if you get a confirmation email. A relative made an appointment, received a confirmation, and upon arrival was told she was late. The manager was consumed and confirmed she arrived at the correct time. They skipped the tea service! Less than ideal if you are looking forward to a relaxing time and are greeted with arguing. A discount was given, but that doesnt change that the whole experience wasnt what it could have been.
Spectacular hospitality. Amazing experience!!!! We had a very unique experience getting the mud bath. The staff was friendly. We were shown to the change room that had lockers. After changing were show in to a room with spectacular view of the zen garden, we were given a tea with enzymes to help open our pores. We were then taken to the mud spa, perfectly warm temperate, our host got us cold water to drink and cold cloth to keep on our forehead. After the bath we took a shower and explored the property. It was a very relaxing experience.
Im super picky about spas (because ive worked in them for years) and i love this place. They also have great therapists.
To Osmosis Owner:Please forward this to the attention of the manager immediately. It is important that you put chairs in your roomsthat will be guaranteed to sit solid on the floor. As you know, after a person gets a massage, they may often feel dizzy or somewhat disoriented. During the pandemic, and given that the only chair in my room to use, to put on my socks and shoes, had no sides, no back, and was on castor wheels.I fell from it onto the floor and wrenched my coccyx, back, shoulder and neck. I was hoping this pain would go away, but each day I seem to be worse with pain and stiffness. My orthopedic doctor has done 3 procedures so far under anesthesia, and ordered physical therapy with another procedure coming soon.Update: Osmosis is now trying to say this accident was my fault. I am 75 years old and now looking at chronic pain for the rest of my life, because someone thought it would be okay to allow clients to use a chair with castor wheels in a massage room. (I saw an article recently stating that chairs with wheels accidents are not uncommon.)Rita DeSouza
The cedar baths and tea rooms are amazing. I also love buying gift certificates for others to enjoy Osmosis. One of the most unique and well-run spas I’ve been to. The essential oil massage is so nice!
Price $$$Quality ***Atmosphere ****Friendliness of staff ****No compliments on the quality and friendliness of the staff. The cost of getting a massage has nearly doubled making getting massages less frequent. It’s hard for many to be able to afford something that is so beneficial to stay in good health. But for those who can afford treatment, then this is a good choice. The pitch that no price is too much for good health care is difficult when for many it’s the reality of today’s growing economy making choices like these more difficult.
What a relaxing and rejuvenating experience! The cedar bath is so unique! All the staff are nice and friendly! The garden was so beautiful and I loved that i could sit out their comfortably and relax! The tea was a nice touch and the sandals and robe felt so cozy. Recommend to all!
Tl;dr: The cedar enzyme bath was a unique experience that Id be interested in trying again. The gardens are peaceful and beautiful. The staff were helpful and addressed any questions/concerns. BUT...Id like to say it was a relaxing, stress-free experience from start to finish, but this wasnt the case.Arrival: My bf and I arrived earlier than our appointment time because we wanted to explore the gardens before it got dark and without having to rush. Check-in was smooth (no wait and no issues), and we were given a rundown of how the property was laid out and where to find refreshing water and tea. The gardens were beautiful and peaceful, also because we were the only ones there for most of our time there. There were a few closed off, but the ones that were available were very nice.Dressing room: This was the less-than-relaxing bit. We were shown to the dressing room and assured that we would be the only ones using it so to feel comfortable changing into robes, but no! During that time multiple sets of people tried to come in! I understand that its a shared dressing room in the sense that multiple guests use the lockers, but then there should be a sign to knock before entering, a lock, or even just dont tell guests like us were the only ones using the room when that was clearly not the case so wed be prepared! It was awkward and embarrassing for everyone to be surprised in various states of undress. On top of this, two of the lockers wouldnt lock properly which just added to the time in the waiting room - yes, more people tried to enter during that time.Tea room: The tea room was a nice place for quiet meditation. The attendant came to serve tea and answer any questions, and we were left for some time to enjoy the tea and the small private garden.Cedar bath: An interesting, unique experience. The cedar was hotter than expected, but in a good way, and the weight of it felt comforting (I suppose this is why weighted blankets are so popular). Beneath, the cedar was supportive and fit properly into the curves of the body.Post-bath: Ill admit after the dressing room fiasco I did not feel fully relaxed to be out in the open again, brushing the sand off and then using the shower room to wash off the rest. I was 50% sure someone was going to randomly walk in again. Fortunately that didnt happen.Overall it was a pleasant, unique experience that was marred by unexpected visitors (a problem thats easily solved with a lock), so it could have gone better. Its a pity since the staff was so friendly and helpful and tried to make things comforting, but it was what it was.
Really disappointed in Osmosis. We have been visiting this spa for years and our most recent services (for our birthdays) were quite bad. I got a deep tissue massage and my husband got a Swedish (type) massage. He said he couldnt even feel the massage even after multiple requests that his therapist increase the pressure.In general, massages have been hit or miss in terms of quality - not sure if they have a vetting process but two of my massages were less than mediocre, one was a mediocre at best, and the final was amazing. My first ever massage at Osmosis left me with bad neck pain. Additionally (and this is a probably a personal sensitivity) but my most recent visit to the cedar bath in September 2022 left me completely covered in hives....this has never happened before.The most disappointing part of this whole experience is that I emailed customer service after our visit and they have yet to respond (its been over a month). Youd think that they would be more willing to help/support locals that visit frequently.
We had positive experience with this place. For online reservation, you had to pick 3 preferred choices for date and time and they will get back to you with one of the choices. They will confirm your reservation a few days before so theres should not be any miscommunication.We had the Transformation package with fusion(?) Massage. The locker room to change clothes was small but feel very private, big plus for us. Then it started with tea in a small room with garden view, very relaxing. We then were transfered to the room with the enzyme bath. This is not for everyone as it is hot and warm. The goal is to sweat out all the toxic through your skin. It was 20 mins but my partner could only handle 10. We then walked over to our private shower room to wash out all the debris. Soap, shampoo and conditioner were provided. Afterwards, we had about 25 mins of walking in the garden and spending time there before the massage. The garden was beautiful and relaxing.For the massage, we did couple massage. Our ladies were Michelle and Consuelo(?) And they were great. We loved our 75 mins massages. We picked fusion massage which is combination of variety of techniques. We slept like babies that night. The total experience for us was almost 3 hours. We thought the price was up there with 20% mandatory tip but the customer service throughout was excellent and worth the price.Recommend of getting there an hour early so you can buy some amazing bread at Wild Flour Bread just right before Osmosis. The line is long but totally worth the wait.
Such a treat for our honeymoon! Its worth every penny. The cedar bath was out of this world and the couples massage was the best we have ever had and I get massages every month back home! The place was so beautiful, relaxing and peaceful.
People were very friendly, but small added touches were lacking. This was an anniversary visit, but no one mentioned it. It was known because each time I brought it up, the staff acknowledged they already knew. The massage was average. The cedar bath was unique and worth the experience, but for the price, I expected 5 star service - instead only received about 3 star service.
I treated myself to a day spa experience by going to Osmosis. It was a very nice experience. The cedar bath was wonderful and I felt the results throughout my body for a couple weeks after. The facial was nice and the service was wonderful. The gardens were beautiful. I loved walking through them and exploring the nature on the property. The tea room I could have stayed in there for an hour.. I was not trilled with my massage. I get them every 2 weeks at home and I expected something at the level of the rest of the spa.Finishing my day with the hammock and the beautiful music was lovely. I will be returning and bring some girlfriends.I wish I lived closer to come more often.Thank you Osmosis staff.
The spa is very calming and the zen garden is so beautiful. Its a nice place to go and relax and get away from the city. The Cedar Bath was a unique experience and would recommend trying out, but just be aware it’s hot and for me I felt a little claustrophobic. But I enjoyed it and my skin felt amazing afterwards, but the cedar does get everywhere and I mean everywhere! I also thought it was a great way to relax and be calm and you have a wonderful bath attendant to give you water and put cool towels on your face. I booked the Transformation package that included the bath and it was worth every penny! The massage was wonderful and relaxing-so what else can I say! Her technique was great and she was also very informative. Enjoyed my time at Osmosis and looking forward to the next opportunity to come back. They have a great membership too, just wish I lived closer to take advantage of it.
Even though the place looks nice, I was very disappointed that as I was waiting for my friend outside in their front patio and I had my dog on a leash seating by my side they came out to ask me if I was waiting for some one? And say they “don’t allow dogs” on their Premises just for that reason we won’t comeback to this place.Not pet friendly just fyi if you want to visit them.
What a cool experience! Massage, tea, then cedar bath! I treated my wife to the couples spa day for Christmas. I liked all the Japanese style landscapes, the impressive tall bamboo, and friendly staff. Thank you Tiffany and Sam!
The spa itself is such a relaxing oasis - I recommend arriving early and enjoying the meditation garden. The massages (if you get the right therapist) can be wonderful and I highly recommend the unique cedar enzyme bath. Ive had half a dozen facials here and none have been very good. I think if youre new to skincare or facials, they would be fine but they are quite basic and I found other than a cleanse and massaging nice oils into my face - my skin didnt look any better than when I arrived. I would however recommend Osmosis for the overall experience
Did the cedar enzyme bath with my partner. Such a unique and amazing experience. Highly HIGHLY recommend!
I have been going to Osmosis for at least 20 years. Today I scheduled an appointment (and received a confirmation via email). Five minutes later I get a call from Osmosis telling me they cant honor my appointment because the person who was on the phone when I booked gets the priority. Who does that? There are other places to get massages, time for me to explore some other options - its been nice Osmosis.
I cant believe it took me almost 20 years to discover this place. The wood chip baths were intense, but so relaxing. My massage therapist was incredible and the zen meditation garden was carefully tended to. I am already dreaming about my next day trip there
This is quite a sanctuary! I had been given a gift certificate for christmas to come to Osmosis Day Spa, I would have never known about it otherwise! The Cedar Bath was amazing and so calming. My meridian Massage with Tamara was the best treatment I have had in many years! She is very intuitive and in-tune, which was my style. Absolutely loved it! Everyone I encountered at the Spa was super friendly, sweet and helpful. If you are looking for a 1/2 day get-away, this is the place !!!
My first experience at a spa and getting a massage and it was 10/10! The staff was calming and helpful. My massage therapist was Gardner and he was amazing! Kept checking on pressure and made me feel totally relaxed and comfortable. And OH MY GOODNESS he helped my back more than I thought possible! And the grounds are gorgeous!!! So peaceful and relaxing. I cannot wait to go back! We booked our next experience before we even left the property. I couldn’t be more happy with our experience!!
A beautiful and very peaceful setting welcomed us to Osmosis. We received friendly service and were never rushed. Water, tea, fruit and nuts were available in several areas along with comfy chairs in the garden. Our Cedar Enzyme bath was amazing and intense. We loved it, and appreciated cold towels and sips of water that Lauran brought every few minutes.The massage that followed was wonderful, with excellent therapists, scented oils, and a lovely setting - we opted for the pagodas.One of the best ever afternoons of care and indulgence I could imagine.And save a few minutes to shop for unique gifts, books and jewelry!
Osmosis is a very special and unique place. The cedar enzyme bath is an amazing experience and theres nowhere else in North America where its available. The staff is attentive and professional, and the quality of service is outstanding. Plus its in a beautiful spot. Ill be back for sure!
A wonderful oasis that unfortunately messed up our reservations though they graciously tried to patch it together for us. Dont miss the beautiful meditation garden.
The cedar enzyme bath is wonderful. The massage I had was excellent and Ive heard the facials are very good. Wish I lived closer so I could frequent this place more. Dressing rooms can be a bit crowded sometimes and youll feel lost if staff isnt very instructive. Most of the staff is very helpful.
While I did leave quite relaxed and the spa package of cedar bath and massage did the trick, I was underwhelmed by the experience and facilities. As others have commented, the smell when you enter the building is overwhelmingly bad. Fortunately that subsided. The cedar bath was pretty amazing in my opinion: it felt weightless yet like having a weighted blanked on at the same time if that makes sense. My massage was good though the therapist really didnt have any personality. The facility is very dated and would benefit from new flooring and other enhancements. I also think they need to get the flow of the therapies down. Over the course of my 2.5 hour spa package, I had a 20 min bath and a 75 min massage and a lot of waiting before each. In fact, I even arrived 15 min before my appointment as instructed to allow time to get changed, etc. Instead I was asked to sit in the enclosed porch waiting area and had to remind the front desk person that my appointment began 5 min previously. Everyone was nice and I do think they are trying to create a relaxing experience; it just didnt all come together for me.
Now when I think spa, my mind responds Osmosis.This is simply the most Amazing spa Ive ever been to (and Ive been to a fair few).The location, gardens, and overall ambiance of this spa is perfect.The cedar bath was warm and the weight was so comfortable and healing. Overall one of the most unique and surprising experiences of all time.Crystal the massage goddess has the most incredible hands.Do yourself a favor and go here immediately.
The cedar baths are amazing. I loved it more than mud baths. I got the radiant skin package and switched the facial for the a different one. The facial and warm table was so relaxing I dozed off for most of it. I also loved wandering in the gardens. The one with the Zen garden also includes a really nice pond.
Me and my boyfriend enjoyed our time here. We didnt really know what to expect when we went over here since I just stumble upon this hidden gem through a website that has a list of sonoma spas.We did the warmth of love for two which has the cedar enzyme bath and a massage. The tea room is amazing. They will give you a couple of minutes to hang out in the waiting room alone (not with other stranger guests). We had tea and chilled there with a relaxing view.Then we were sent to do our bath first. Which was something very unique and fun experience. We enjoyed it a lot. There was no view to enjoy this one so you are kinda just stuck to closing your eyes since theres nothing to see.The massage is amazing! Staff are all friendly. They also have the garden that you can hangout after or before your appointment. The whole experience was very relaxing.
Ive only had one bad experience here and I doubt that it was their fault. Their garden is truly a paradise. I could just spend my entire time there alone. I personally like the massage there, but my wife is not a fan. The wood shavings bath is a good experience, but my skin had a reaction one time.
Osmosis spa was.wonderful and welcoming. I never felt rushed and everything was explained before our amazing cedar bath. I felt the toxins removing themselves from my body. I went home and have never slept as deep and fully rested. My body and my mind say thank you Dancing Deer for treating me to this wonder day spa experience.
Almost everything about this place was perfect. The location, the design, the cedar enzyme bath was on of the coolest and most relaxing things Ive experienced. The massage was incredible. But the lunch was really an odd thing. I paid 20$ for the vegan lunch which was actually just different types of lettuce leaves with some dressing on the side and nothing else. Would highly recommend, just dont get the vegan lunch!
I would give this place a 5-star, but unfortunately the reservation made through their website was botched. It allowed me to book a couple massage in the same room, but when we arrived, we were both taken to 2 separate rooms, because the couples rooms were all booked out. Not what I intended for me and my husband on his birthday, but the manager made it up to us by providing a small discount and hugs. Otherwise, my pre-natal and my husbands sport massages went well. I would suggest emailing or calling them to make sure the arrangement of your booking is as stated on the online portal.
I’m hesitant to write a review because I don’t want others to know about it :-) Best massage of my life, incredible tea ceremony, life-changing mediation garden. Did not know what to expect with the enzyme “bath” - it’s weird for sure, but such a unique, amazing, relaxing experience.Will absolutely return as often as I can afford to! Absolute heaven.
The cedar bath is a one of a kind experience. After spending a few minutes centering yourself in one of their meditation rooms sippong enzyme tea, they usher you into a room with tubs filled with warm aromatic cedar loam. This naturally occurring living heat soothes your body and is said to have restorative healing properties. The staff is friendly, and walks you through the whole experience making it easy for first time guests. Their japanese style gardens are beautiful and serene. I will be back again! Next time for a couples massage!
It was an amazing day. The enzyme bath was unique and worth it. Ill be back for that and a follow up massage. Facial was also great and i noticed a difference. It was wet and raining so a little more coverage/walkable path to the lunch and garden area. The enzyme bath has a really earthy smell throughout, takes a while to get used to.
Had a wonderful experience, enzyme bath was relaxing tolerable heat great attendant.My skin glowed afterwards. After the bath experience I participated in sound therapy and visited the meditation garden when I was able to meditate with in a really relaxed zen atmosphere.Will definitely return and try a massage experience next time.Staff was very attentive and quite friendly.
Found this place on Google. What an amazing experience! We started with the cedar enzyme bath, then a massage and then to the hammocks. The sound therapy and hammock knocked me out cold. Best nap I can remember. Highly recommend if your in the area. Very professional staff. We will definitely come back again! Absolutely five stars!
Loved it - Very welcoming, in a beautiful setting and enjoyed the wood bath as it was so different. My only grumble was we ordered lunch and as I dont eat anything from animals my vegan lunch was disappointing. It was mostly a bowl of salad leaves. I would have really appreciated something like some baked tofu in place of the fish that came with the ordinary lunch. Thank you for a lovely visit.
I love being at Osmosis! The tea room with the Japanese garden is a beautiful and relaxing space to unwind before the cedar enzyme bath. The enzyme bath has a unique kind of heat, all the muscles in my body go ahhh when I step out of the tub. I like to look out the window when I am in the tub, there is another garden view there with birds flying overhead. My skin feels so soft after the tub. Then to finish off the experience, take a walk in the meditation gardens, they are just exquisite. Yesterday I was there and I sat in the meditation gazebo and took in the white and purple irises that were blooming across the pond. The staff is helpful and kind, and they offer great service. There is also a nice gift shop to peruse.
Very relaxing experience! Its the only cedar enzyme bath available in the continental United States - Ive never experienced anything like it before but I loved it and would definitely return the next time Im back in the area.
Cedar bath was an experience out of this world. Thanks Jenny for being such a hospitable and gentle attendant!
The cedar enzyme bath is a unique and fantastic experience. Weve done a couple of different packages here (one with aural therapy following the enzyme bath and one with a massage) and have loved it all. Were still waiting for an opportunity to spend more time on the grounds and enjoy all they have to offer.
The cedar enzyme bath was great. I didnt realize the bath is water-less (youre just surrounded by cedar shaving which are really warm, soft so no chance of splinters, and its naturally antibacterial.) Following that with a shower and a massage was a real treat, highly recommended
The web page doesnt inform you if there is any space left available, you have to choose the time and day you prefer and they request your payment before they even inform you its not available. So if you plan to travel to this spa, you could just waste your time. When I called them they didnt even answer me, so they email me and said you had to reserve a spot 3 weeks before, but its never mentioned that on the page.
Ive been refreshed and rejuvenated at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary for many years; going alone, with a friend, plus taking two groups for pampering and pleasure. The serenity of the superbly maintained meditation garden calms me almost immediately. Several forms of massage are offered by seasoned practitioners. I especially enjoyed the seaweed moisturizing body treatment with foot scrub and deep tissue massage, a delightful treat. Friendly accommodating staff provide the highest customer service. Recent upgrades; new robes and lockers, the enclosed front patio and lounge, plus hammocks during warmer seasons and healthy lunches served outdoors with a view of the river enhance the relaxing, revitalizing pampering experience...one that I always enjoy!
It was nice that they have therapists on staff who are trained in prenatal massage. When the therapist asked me to lie on the table face down, I expressed surprise and told her that in the past I had had prenatal massages laying on my side. She said that she actually prefers to do them laying on the side, but that Osmosis requires them to do it laying face-down. The therapist was skilled and provided a relaxing massage, but I did not like knowing that she hadnt been given the freedom to do the massage the way that she thought was best based on her training and experience.
Oasis offers something different in the Cedar bath. The heat from it and the effect are very different from a traditional sauna experience. Our deep tissue message was relaxing but left us wanting more of the “deep tissue” release we were looking to experience. Both individuals were very nice. The Japanese Garden is very pleasent, relaxing, and beautiful. Definately a unique quality of the property. My only major issues were with the shower room used after the cedar bath. It needs to renovated and better cared for. I was not comfortable with what I saw. Otherwise a pleasent experience.
Although it took some getting to, once there the location was just lovely and very relaxing. The whole vibe is extremely tranquil, and the staff so helpful and sweet. I was hoping for some healing, and really felt like I received it from the cedar immersion. This is a very unique treatment, which I have neither experienced nor heard of any place else--it is quite wonderful.
Osmosis Day Spa is a wonderful and tranquil place. I feel awesome every time I experience the treatments. Sure, the music at the end is a little funny with the synthesizers panning back and forth in your headphones and what not, but you just cant beat the amazing cedar enzyme bath. It does incredible things to you. I always feel great going out there.The attendents have always been kind and attentive. They have that yummy tea (which we had to buy a tin of cause it is so good). Also, the food was quite good when we tried it, though you should definitely try the scones across the street at that bakery. Stellar scones. Osmosis plus fresh baked sweet and savory scones....Winning combination!Osmosis is rad, do it!!!
Cedar chip experience was FABULOUS. Jenny was an EXCELLENT hostess & guide as we enjoyed luxuriating. Meditation garden was worth checking out. I highly recommend visiting & experiencing this relaxation destination.
On 12/27 we reached out via phone (no answer) to seeing what the availability was for 12/30/2022. We then proceed to submit a request online with all of our information. We received an email back saying that there was no time slot available for the package we wanted but that only the Enzyme bath would be available. We confirmed via email reply that we were ok with booking the Enzyme Bath only at 1:30pm. On 12/30/2022 we were wondering why a reply had not been received from Osmosis and when we reached back out to them via email (because our phone calls went unanswered) we received an email reply that they had never received a reply from us confirming the time slot that was given to us on 12/27/22. Needless to say we are extremely disappointed because this was the highlight of our Holiday vacation. We think that better communication should be paramount in running a business due to the fact that the phone calls never did get answered or never did we get a call back.
My wife and I did Pagoda and sports massages, respectively. They were great. The atmosphere is wonderful and the Meditation garden is delightful. We have visited often and are always think we should increase the frequency of our trips to Freestone. Highly recommended.
I always think of Osmosis like a heaven. I’ve been coming to Osmosis before all of the gardens were designed there was just a leanto where you sat waiting for the masseuse and over the years it’s just become an even better spa. I would recommend it highly to anyone. Staff is very attentive to your needs and I’ve never found anything like it. Thank you so much and we will be back soon!!
Very relaxing experience. I’m not a fan of mud baths and was leery of the enzyme bath. I really enjoyed it- very relaxing, less stuff on you afterwards and muscles were loose for the fantastic deep tissue massage afterwards. Trevor spent time undoing the effects of time spent at a desk. Beautiful zen garden and attentive staff.
This summer I went to Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary for the first time and it was a wonderful experience! The cedar enzyme bath was definitely warm (kind of like a sauna). I felt fantastic afterwards and during the process an attendant checks on you and also brings you water to keep you hydrated. The 75 minute massage was also the perfect accompaniment to the cedar bath, I would definitely get that package again. The only thing I would do differently is allot a bit more time afterwards to drink tea and enjoy the sanctuary (we stayed after for about 30 mins but longer would have been nice).
Every once in awhile you encounter a wonderful soothing spa experience. If there was an Osmosis here in Sarasota, Id go monthly or more often.The cedar chip hot bath is worth every penny youll spend. Service is great. The price is right. And there is only one Osmosis cedar chip bed in the nation.
This was such a new and wonderful experience for me. I will be returning and also be buying gift certificates for my family members.Your staff were so cordial and sensitive and the place is beautiful....I am still absorbing the enzyme bath as a fact. And the massage by Kumi is memorable
I went to Osmosis a few months ago for the first time in a few years and it is Heaven.The place has expanded to include your balancing after the baths in a hammock listening to the creek, watching birds and being peacefully rocked by gravity. The meditation garden is sublime. It is a day that replenishes your body and your Spirit. Bless those who created it and now nurture and expand it with such gentle clear hands and intentions.sara
Beautiful setting, skilled staff and clean facility keeps us coming back. We love going for the baths. We leave feeling detoxed and rejuvenated. We have never been disappointed, There is no other spa you can to visit that compares to the experience at Osmosis.
Five of us went for 50 minute massages. Afterward we compared notes and the others got a very different experience. Chalk it up to individual therapist styles but it was unsatisfying, even thought I was relaxed afterward. The hammock field is lovely and the relaxation garden is BEAUTIFUL.
I have been telling everyone that I have come in contact with for the last week that they need to go here and do the cedar bath! The whole spa was amazing, but that cedar bath was life changing!
Laurie, my massage therapist, was fantastic. I had 75 min of shiatsu - I find shiatsu harder to find in the Bay Area. It was perfect. Although the gardens are beautiful, I wish the spa had more amenities to enjoy. Waiting areas were very small.
Osmosis is my very special place! Ive been coming for years; it started out as a special treat for birthdays, anniversaries, to celebrate with friends and family, once or twice a year! Each time at the end I would vow to come more often, because of the deep and wonderful experience I would have. Finally, a couple of years ago I did it! I started coming once a month and I do look forward to my monthly visits!The experience from beginning to end is transforming; from the moment you park and enter the lobby to be checked in you feel the love and hospitality from the entire staff. The feeling becomes infectious even among other patrons. All the Massage Therapists are warm and friendly and helpful as you pass them in the hallways; then of course, your very own therapist comes to greet you and escort you to your room and proceeds to do everything to make sure youre comfortable!Afterwards I continue the incredible experience by relaxing somewhere on the beautiful grounds, before finally getting into my car and returning to earth!
Nice spa and can handle a group of 4 individuals at once. They will ask you at booking what type of massage as certain staff do specific types of massage. Cute little town, visit the bakery and the cheese shop. too bad the wine tasting room closed. Check hours in advance as the rest of the town has limited hours. The spa has great hours and also has a beautiful garden out back to relax in. We drove several hours to come here.
Excellent massage, great customer service, as always great experience
A perfect spa get-away in some beautiful Sonoma countryside, this great old building is surrounded by meticulously arranged Japanese gardens, fountains and sculpture. My shoulders start detaching from my ears and moving downward on arrival. Most packages start with sitting in a private tea room overlooking the gardens and drinking enyzyme tea (to help purify the bod), then a warm relaxing time in the cedar baths (its like a mud bath but much cleaner / very soft cedar flakes - and smells divine), followed by a massage. Prepare to become a noodle. The staff is very gracious and attentive, and the facilities homey but perfectly clean.I recommend carving out enough time to enjoy the gardens and even eat a meal here, as your urge to rush around will dissipate. The gift shop at the entry area is full of tempting and lovely things too, from tea to wind chimes to little Buddhas to elegant wraps and scarves.
This is exactly what I expect of a Japanese style spa in rural California! We were pampered, everything was relaxing, and we definitely felt incredible when we left!I highly recommend the Japanese enzyme bath!
Ive spent 12 years working in the spa industry and I was shocked by how bad my experience was.It was my husband and my first visit, we didnt get offered tea or water, there was no private waiting area, the grounds are hidden behind a back door with no sign youre just suppose to know where they are.My husband and I had massages in different rooms, afterward there was no direction on where to meet so I waited and waited and waited for him standing in the walk way. No one asked to help me although many people walked by. After 15 min I asked the front desk woman who informed me they dont do tours of the property and pointed me to a back door with no sign where the garden lay. He wasnt back there either. Finally I bumped into him in the hall. HIS massage therapist showed him to a private shower room after his massage, something I knew nothing about and she didnt think to inform me or anyone else of.The grounds are beautiful, but this was the worst custom care Ive experienced at spa.
My group of 8 had an incredible experience here. The services were top notch, staff was super friendly and provided great suggestions for local activities, and the scenery is absolute gorgeous and serene. Highly recommend.
This airport is in the middle of nowhere. We needed to get to Heidleberg and there is no direct bus service. Be prepared for waiting for an hour or more for a bus to Mainz by Flico.bus 17€ and then a 28€train to Heidelberg. A 2.5 hour trip. No places to sit and wait in this airport. No rental cars only Europecar, which is not the best rental agency.
My husband and/or girl friend come two or three times per year. We are lucky it is only an hour away. The cedar therapy is healing and the messages have always been GREAT. Osmosis is how we heal mind, body and spirit. I only wish I could do it on a monthly basis.
This visit was wonderful. The enzyme bath was nice and hot. The new mitts to brush the bath residue off are nice. They are more effective and more gentle. My massage was excellent.
Best massage I ever had, not so like the bath - too warm for me. Anyway, great place to escape and spend some time to rest in beautiful japanese garden after massage.
Very relaxing. We really enjoyed the zen garden before and the massage was great!
They came and volunteered there time at a fire camp for firefighters that were working the Santa Rosa fires. Best experience Ive ever had on a rest day from a fire. Recommend 100%. And to all the others that came out to help all the firefighters relax and recover on our days off.
This place is beautiful. The building is a bit rustic and outdated, but over all a wonderful experience. You must do the Cedar Enzyme Bath!
Osmosis Day Spa is a treasure. Have been going to this spa for Japanese Enzyme baths since I heard about it in 2009- moved 3x since and still, make a pilgrimage or two from Boulder CO a year-This last visit the gardens were especially gorgeous and had amazing bath and hemisync- Shannon, my attendant, was a delight!See you guys again soon
Dieder not only provided a skilled technical massage, but also a safe space for me to emotionally release some recent trauma. He is an angel, a godsend, and a phenomenal masseuse. As a former masseuse myself, I left thinking, did I just luck out with a massage celebrity? I come to Occidental once a year for a family reunion and I pray he will be there again when I return. The trip to Osmosis ended with a slow saunter to the meditation pond with my mother, and we shared a precious moment in the midst of some fluttering red dragonflies that I will cherish for the rest of my days. Thanks and blessings to Dieder and to Osmosis for a profound physical and mental healing.
This is such a beautiful sanctuary, very quiet, peaceful, no giddy drunk people to ruin the zen.The staff is exceptional, all have been employed here a long time. Michael has done a fantastic job creating a true sanctuary.
I love this spa. The pampering begins the minute you walk in the door. The staff are all smiles and nurturing kindness. The massage therapist are kind and extremely skilled therapist. Thank You for the muscle melting 75 minute massage!
“One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldnt as individuals.” – Jean VanierOsmosis came through big time for 3 local animal rescues which allowed us to make over $15k for the animals in our community. Without their benevolence that wouldnt have been possible. If you care about a strong community and the people who build up and support other community members than you should support and use Osmosis Day Spa. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being our hero. I know which spa I am picking for my next pampering session.
I actually did some traffic control outside this place. This place has a constant flow of obviously happy clients. They must be good.
Hi, I enjoyed my experience at Osmosis. The people were very good at their work and the treatment and service were excellent. My only critique would be I had too much waiting time before and between treatments. Otherwise it was a great experience and I will come back again. Thank you!
Always a lovely indulgence. I cant tolerate the heat of the baths very well, but I absolutely love the messages and facials. I recently tried a lemongrass ginger scalp treatment that was amazing! So relaxing!!
I tried to take my grandmother to get a massage for her birthday. First, I called the spa 2 times and was on hold for 1 hour each time! No, this is NOT an over exaggeration. I ended up hanging up because I couldnt hold any longer. Since I could not reach them by phone, I emailed them, they took DAYS to respond. Finally, I had confirmed availability from an email from Osmosis, but they asked me to go onto their website to type in my information. Unfortunately, I had spotty service where I was and I couldnt go onto their website to enter all of my information on their website, but I was able to email them (somehow-yes, I still had spotty service), so I emailed them confirmation ( I thought this would suffice). I received an email back from them stating that the spots had been reserved because I did not go onto their awful website to reserve the times. Speaking of their website, they do not even have times available, they make you fill out a request and then wait for them to email you on their available times. Needless to say THEY HAVE THE WORST COMMUNICATION EVER AND NOW MY GRANDMA CANNOT HAVE A SPA DAY. THANK YOU OSMOSIS FOR YOUR RUINING MY GRANDMOTHERS BIRTHDAY!
Absolutely worth the drive out! This place is such a beautiful get away. The cedar baths were so healing and the massage was the best Ive ever had! Ill be back!
They’ll do whatever try not to refund your money even when you have emergency, i wanted to cancel my appointment just before 23.5 hours prior but they just wanted to charge, front dest lady was not friendly at all, rude.
My friend and I had the most wonderful experience at Osmosis, enjoying enzyme baths followed by Osmosis Combination Massages. Crystal was a wonderfully gifted massage therapist whom I highly recommend.
My wife and I went here as part of our anniversary trip to the coast and got the long lunch package, which included 75min massage, 30 min sound therapy, and a lunch.Our massage therapists were very good, but the rest was a bit of a disappointment. We kept having to come up to the main office area to wait and then be escourted to our next appointment. I cant seem to muster up the perspective to say anything positive about the sound therapy. Laying on hammocks for 30 min and listening to Enya type music with wave sounds and another droning background tone. Its just feels weird to be on the coast and listen to pre-recorded wave-sounds.But the last straw that made us go away feeling we didnt want to come back was the lunch. The grounds and amenities are otherwise pretty high quality and harmonious, but the lunch was a pre-made meal that was plucked fresh from the fridge and placed on our table in plastic containers. I eat very wholesomely and actually make dishes similar to the one we were served, but the salad was completely dry and the fritata was refridgerator temperature. Tortilla espanola is okay to serve room temperature, but a fritata should never be served completely cold, IMO.Bottom line: This place seems to lack vision and leadership. If it wasnt for the excellent massage therapists, Id give it one star.
The gardens and fusion massage were perfect. Be sure to leave extra time to enjoy the gardens.
You can get head to toe poision ivy/oak from this. Be careful. The waiver you sign doesnt mention this risk. And the spa doesnt care. Refuses to accept blame. There is no way to sanitize it between people from oils. Im not sure how this place can even stay in business? California captialism disguised as faux spiritual healing. This is why people in the rest of the U.S hate California. This spa is a shining example of that.
This is an amazing place for spa treatments. The healing atmosphere and wonderful staff and quality products give you the best bang for your buck. My favorite place for facials, massages and special events, such as the winter Solstice ceremony.
Beautiful setting so peaceful and calming. My massage was awesome. Elias was kind and courteous and did such a great job on my massage that I booked my next massage that same day!
I have the BEST facial treatments wth Melissa! She’s knowledgeable, and spends time before each facial looking to see which treatments will be best for my skin at that time. She doesn’t start any treatments before assessing my skin. I receive monthly microdermabrasion treatments from my dermatologist and Melissa coordinates with my dermatologist what treatments are best at each appointment. My skin is very sensitive. And it has never looked better. My dermatologist tells me that I have more collagen and elasticity n my skin than most 30 year olds. I’m 68 and I have never used expensive creams or lotions and I still don’t. With Melissa’s vigilance and commitment to my having the best skin possible, I know I’m in good hands and will continue with my monthly facials with her. I highly recommend seeing Melissa for the most knowledge and customized treatments for your skin!
A hidden jewel. Fabulous spa. My friends loved traveling there when they visited me in Santa Rosa.
This is the worst place to go for a massage and bath. We went to the couples massage. The bath was smelly, it is not a bath, its a compost with dirt that they never change. We got very nosy staff that wouldnt even left for you to take off your clothes and stay there the whole time watching you getting undress. The worse spa Ive ever visited with the most disgusting smell.
Great place to unwind and get away from it all. I do appreciate the way that all the guests are moved around with minimal interaction so you really focus on you. Being naked under a robe is public is still not something I am comfortable with but at the end of the day.
This was my first visit and I had a relaxing time. The massage with Consuelo was thorough and fantastic. We really enjoyed relaxing in the gardens afterwards. Thank you.
This day spa is worth the $$$$!Loved my facial & Cedar bath/soak ~Amazing staff & experience!
Had a facial with Nicole today and she was amazing! Such a soothing experience and my skin feels great.
I always enjoy visiting Osmosis for a relaxing massage with Crystal. Joining the club was a great idea. It’s great to have a discount and a routine to return each month.
I had a great experience at Osmosis Spa. I found the Cedar Enzyme bath invigorating and had one of the best massages of my life. Im buying a membership.
Awesome! High quality treatments, friendly and welcoming staff, lovely facilities. Zen garden is gorgeous and so peaceful.
First time here and was very satisfied. Loved my massage and cedar bath. Definitely would do this every year.
I love Osmosis. Its a must visit when Im in Sonoma County. Since I live in New York City, I mostly dream about going back to Osmosis. It is truly a special place.
The treatments were great but the facilities were dated and there was not a central area to wait between treatments. It was a rainy day when we were there but the check in person could have been more welcoming and accommodating given the weather.
Where inner and outer re-converge and replenish thoroughly. This might sound corny but if you think life on planet Earth has let you down, make the investment in taking yourself and others to Osmosis and experience what you did not yet know was possible (or forgot because it had been too long). Breathe in the cedar magic ;-) Truly.
Even on a misty and rainy day, we had a great time. Enjoyed our first cedar enzyme bath. I will do that again. Thank you.
This is my favorite spa to go to! It is beautiful and calming and the staff is wonderful. I love getting facials from Michaela; she is thoughtful and very knowledgeable.
Wow! Such a wonderful place to stumble upon on our journey. My wife any I truly enjoyed our time in the mediation garden. I really helped to center our trip.
Osmosis is amazing. The location is beautiful. The staff are super friendly. And the service is superb.My best recommendation is to take your time and enjoy the space if you can.
Received a wonderful facial from Sofia.Highly recommend their services and products.Take your time there… not the place for a rush service experience.
Great experience. Wonderful service from all providers. Very friendly. Beautiful meditation garden. I will be back!
Amazing cedar bath, I wish I could have stayed in it longer! And the after-bath sound therapy was so relaxing. Such a great time.
I love Osmosis, the quality of Azjas facials are transformative. All the staff friendly and welcoming. I great healing spa.
Peaceful atmosphere, only place in North America that offers a Cedar Enzyme Bath.Adam was wonderful and helpful.
ONLY wished we lived closer as we only go every 4-6 years from Las Vegas to DESTRESS and get our kinks massaged out as we enjoy the Cedar enzyme bath.
I have been coming here for years. It is always a special treat. Everything from the grounds, to the items curated in the gift shop, to the changing rooms to (of course) the service is top notch.
Cool place. $$$$$ Massage in pagoda
Michaela gave the best facial I’ve ever experienced. Her massage technique Swedish and lymph drainage was excellent! Thank you
The aroma as you enter the spa was a bit overwhelming for me. Im not sure I would return do to it but my massage was very nice and relaxing.
I received the best facial ever from Robin! Her technique and attention to detail was amazing. I will be back!
I was wound tight and needed to disconnect from work for a few hours and this was perfect! Vince was my massage therapist and it was hands down the best massage Ive had!
Always an excellent visit. We travel from the Walnut Creek area and it’s worth the drive. The staff is always friendly and the massages are outstanding!!
- Address:209 Bohemian Hwy, Freestone, CA 95472, United States
- Site:https://www.osmosis.com/?y_source=1_MjI1MDUzNzItNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%253D
- Phone:+1 707-823-8231
- Monday:9 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday:9 AM–8:30 PM
- Wednesday:9 AM–8:30 PM
- Thursday:9 AM–9 PM
- Friday:9 AM–9 PM
- Saturday:9 AM–9 PM
- Sunday:9 AM–9 PM
- On-site services:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
- Gender-neutral toilets:Yes
- Toilets:Yes
- LGBTQ+ friendly:Yes
- Transgender safe space:Yes
- Appointment required:Yes
- Appointments recommended:Yes
- Credit cards:Yes
- Debit cards:Yes
- NFC mobile payments:Yes
- Credit cards:Yes
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