01/13/09

always a great massage

by dpa94114

I probably average a massage about every six months at Nickel - not often enough. I appreciate the fact that it is clean, the place has just the right amount of light and has a steam room so I can really relax before the massage.

I've only had very good or excellent massages at Nickel. Never has one been just an OK experience. But tonight was one of the best. Dennis was recommended since I was looking for a sports massage with a good amount of stretching; nothing too deep but I definitely wanted to feel it. I told Dennis about a few injuries I have right now and he worked around those areas carefully. Dennis used just the right amount of oil, and it seems to be a high quality oil. I also appreciate the heated table since I tend to run a little cold. Obviously I'll be asking for Dennis again. By the time I left I was a new person.

10/18/08

Highest quality spa treatment without the snob factor!

by Anthoshizzle

Monique (sp?) at Nickel spa has rocked it both times I have been in to see her. She was "my first" for a back and shoulder wax and she just completed my second. She is straight-forward, knows her stuff and totally keeps you informed. She has no pity for us big guys who wince at the pain -which is good, we could all use some reminding. Ha!

The people at the front are always courteous on the phone and in-person. This greatly adds to the comfortable feeling I get when I enter the place. FINALLY a spa that is top quality where I don't feel I am not cool enough to be there. Nickel is definitely my go-to place for spa treatments. The best!

• Pros: Professional service, great atmosphere, comfortable and informative sessions
• Cons: Its not free! Honestly, its a little on the spendy side but not outrageous at all -and for this service and quality, I'll pay it!

10/08/08

Amazing service all around!

by danceboy314

I recently visited the Nickel Spa for the second time. I was immediately greeted by Ken at the front desk. He was warm and friendly and answered every question I had. Ken got me in immediately for an appointment with expert esthetician, Margie. Margie spent the next 50 minutes giving me the Touch of Youth facial. The experience was very relaxing and my skin definitely felt rejuvinated afterward. Margie made great conversation and was an absolute joy. I can't wait to book another facial appointment with her! The place was nicely designed and very clean (even the locker rooms!!!). I also enjoyed relaxing in the steam room before and after my facial. I will DEFINITELY be back and would recommend the Nickel Spa to anyone looking for a quality spa with expert professionals.

• Pros: Professionalism, Ambience, Service
• Cons: None

09/13/08

Best place for a great massage

by BGain

I've been going to NIckel Spa for a few years, and I've always been very impressed with how nice the staff is, the facilities are clean, and most importantly, they give great massages! I've had a number of different therapists, but I recently tried Dennis for the first time, and he was absolutely one of the best I've ever had. He did a combination of deep tissue and reflexology (stretching), and it was exactly what I needed after having problems with my shoulder. I'd highly recommend Dennis, and Nickel in general. Plus, they now offer mimosas on Saturday and Sunday morning, so you can't beat that!!!

• Pros: Location, Staff, Therapists

08/30/08

Best de-stress massage

by anthonyyuen

After a long and stressful work week, Charlie asked what problem areas I had and had me relaxed by the end of the session.

He followed through the stressed area and definitely focused in and completely un-knotted my back. Ask for Charlie, he's the best!

• Pros: Flexibility, Hours, Service

11/03/07

Great massage from Ron

by bluedogjim

I've had a lot of massages over the years. And few masseurs have gotten me for a return visit. Ron at Nickel Spa for Men has got me hooked, and I would more than highly recommend a massage session with him. In addition to having great technical knowledge, he really got in synch with how I was feeling, where I hold my stress, and tailored my 90 minutes accordingly. He made a total mind/body connection with me. By the end, as the saying goes, I was putty in his hands. Ron was kind, thoughtful, and made the whole experience exceptional without all of the attitude you get at so many spas. I left feeling relaxed, rejuvinated and ready to face the world anew. I'll be back for sure.

• Pros: Great massage, pleasant staff
• Cons: Locker room isn't great

10/11/07

1st timer's awesome experience at Nickel

by ericdoug

On a recent visit to San Francisco a friend convinced me to visit Nickel Spa with him. I had never had a massage before, personal space issues I guess. I figured it was long overdue and now know what I've been missing. Nickel Spa is great. Clean, relaxing professional enviroment with an equally professional, helpful and friendly staff. Definitely put this 1st timer at east. I was scheduled with Moe, ironically his 1st client at Nickel so it seemed to be a good match from the start. Moe was great. Easy to communicate with and and able to put up with my being somewhat uptight so I could enjoy the massage, which I did immensely and definitely wanna go back for more. it's like a little oasis and true treasure of the neighborhood. I have nothing to compare it to but know that I was not all ready to get up from the table once my time was up and feel great. Thanks for breaking this massage virgin un just right. Definitely gonna go back for more!

• Pros: relaxing environment, friendly and helpful staff
• Cons: locker room a bit small but not a big deal

09/19/07

Best Spa Experience of My Life

by jayinla

The Best Spa Experience Ever

Yesterday I strolled into Nickel Spa for Men to ask about waxing, facials, etc. Eric, the owner, was at the front desk and he was patient and carefully described all of their service. An hour later Louiza did a thorough, extremely careful, bodybuilder waxing I felt amazing and while it was supposed to take 1.5 hours she spent 3.75 hours working on me. Wow! I returned this AM for a 70 minute facial that was the best facial of my life. My skin looks amazing! While I live in LA I will make a point to return to Nickel Spa EVERYTIME I visit San Francisco on business. These folks run an exceptional business and I am now a customer for life! I strongly recommend them to any guy that wants the very best spa services possible in a cool urban San Francisco setting.

09/19/07

Hallucination-inducing bliss

by marsofmalcontents

Inexplicably, I'd held onto a gift certificate to Nickel Spa for nearly four years. Can't imagine what got into me, but when I finally used it for a massage and full body scrub from the magic hands of Tyler, I was transformed. He is clearly gifted with some kind of healing powers from the gods and I will certainly be back.

Eric, the manager, was also very accommodating in processing my old gift certificate, which must have been a pain after four years.

• Pros: magnificent skill
• Cons: not cheap

08/27/07

Sublime Massage

by brettkladney

I travel constantly around the world for the work that I do. One of my favorite places to get a massage is at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok. The service is incredible and the massage unbeliveable.

At Nickel, every time I have gone I have have been welcomed, and escorted in to changing room, given the time to take a steam and then escorted to the massage room. Although it is does not have the same mystic the Mandarin does but they do have there own uniqness. Clean, modern, and simplistic and and awesome massage.

I can not say enough about Tyler, he has such incredible energy that he uses to work my body to sublime relaxation.

He reads my tensions, and he works those muscles intensly.

I would highly suggest using this Spa and having Tyler massage you!

• Pros: Incredible Massage