Terra del Sol Spa

11/13/09

My favorite spa in Portland!

by marya at Citysearch

I don't know where to begin. I love this place. Frankly, I can't really afford it - or any spa - at this time in my life but I make it work about 3x/year (and my husband knows to get me gift certificates there!) because what it does for stress is SO WORTH IT. I always get the 80 minute massage and then sit in the grotto afterward. The price of the massage may be a tad higher than at other places, and I almost put that down as a "con," but the grotto is included which makes it waaaay worth it for what you get, since I'd pay just to use it! It's like being transported to another place and time - a very roman baths feel or maybe it's an ancient tomb feel (nice dim lighting too, which can be adjusted) but whatever it is, it's amazing. You sit in this very large (small pool-sized) jacuzzi next to a beautiful tiled wall with tea candles and they bring you wine or champagne or tea or a few other options, with appetizers, and the ceiling above slowly changes colors and has stars! Bordering cheesy? Nope - it's fantastic. For my 40th b-day last weekend, 11 of my girlfriends and I split the cost to rent out the grotto. We got treated like royalty and everyone was giggling hysterically about how we can be so stressed out one minute as moms living in chaos, not a 5-10 minute drive away, and the next thing we know we're at this insanely relaxing other world being spoiled to death. Everyone had different-shaped and sized bodies (we all wore swimsuits) and some were a little self-conscious about it/hesitant about coming but suddenly no one cared anymore...thanks in part to the wine? ;) and we just had a blast. The lavender smelling steam room is another real treat - as is the sauna, cooling bath (up to your neck, standing) and the light-therapy room w/ warm sand to lie on! It's also nice to go alone, as I do on Mother's Day, or with just one friend. And one of these days I want to bring my husband and do the couples massage!

My only real complaint is that they're not open for massages later at night. But then I suppose most places aren't. I just like a good massage before bed and it seems that can only be found in big cities or fancy hotels where they come to your room. I think they'll stay open late for large groups though - or maybe those special nights when they have live music?

• Pros: Best pampering experience ever

11/12/09

Without a doubt....BEST spa in Portland

by southernboy at Citysearch

The spa is absolutely wonderful! From the moment you walk through the door, you are totally transported to a different world. I have frequented spas all over the world and this is at the top of my list of favorites. The treatment rooms are soothing, comfortable and very well equipped. I have been quite pleased with each of my service providers; they are always very caring and quite knowledgeable in their field. The crowning jewel of this spa is, for me, the wonderful grotto area complete with roman tub (including snacks and beverages poolside), cool dip pool and large steam room. Do yourself a favor a schedule a treatment as soon as you can!

• Pros: Service, environment, ambiance
• Cons: I can't go every day of the year!

11/12/09

Terra Del Sol goes above and beyond!

by STARPIN21 at Citysearch

This is absolutely your best bet if you are going to the spa. From products, to services and staff, this is where you will get your money’s worth. They exceed my expectations every time and I'm sure you will have the same experience! This place has been my sanctuary and escape from the busy and chaotic world for the past year, a great escape, relaxing indulgence. You owe it to yourself to visit. My favorite is the grotto experience. Every time I visit I am the only one there, they make sure your experience is private and personal, every time. They even serve appetizers by the pool; the staff really treats you like royalty. I love the sand and sun room; it's like a mini vacation!

Thank you Terra Del Sol staff for always being so sweet and going above and beyond!

• Pros: variety of services, personal and private experience, atten