Retreat Massage

I bought a Groupon for a couples massage. Can I just sat, mind blown!! Don't be deterred by the outside of the building. The couple that did our massage was amazing!! I liked that they didn't try and make conversation, so it was nice and quiet and very very relaxing. They give you the full 60 minutes.oil massage, hot towel rub, face arms legs back. She was amazing get even knot out of my neck and back. Probably the best massage I've had in a very very long time. It was absolutely worth it and I'm definitely going back. More...

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I have been looking for a go-to massage place in DC for quite awhile. As a local, the tourist spa pricing in the city can be frustrating, so I have often relied on Groupon as my guide when looking for affordable spa work. I have been suffering with some neck and shoulder pain recently and wanted help asap. I stumbled upon Retreat Massage under the "Book Now" section of Groupon and was able to get an appointment for the following morning. That alone puts Retreat Massage ahead of my past Groupon massage booking experiences, as I have encountered Groupon-bias at other massage locations in the past, as soon as they heard the dreaded "G-word." Often, their availability would mysteriously go from "next day" to "next week" as soon as they realized you were using a voucher, but this was not a problem at all with Retreat. I should point out that the voucher rates and the rates at the door are EXACTLY the same, so next time, I will happily just book directly through the spa to ensure they get the full profit of the sale, since they are doing all of the work.As others have mentioned, this is a no frills establishment...don't expect cucumber sparkling water or personalized robes, but if you are seeking a non-nonsense REAL therapeutic massage, this is your place. As soon as I arrived I was ushered into my room. It was admittedly different to not have to fill out paperwork but they asked if I had and requests for any areas needing special attention, and we were off! I have noticed that some of the negative reviews on here complain that their host applied too much pressure and that it hurt. I would say that if that ever becomes the case, the guest has a responsibility to communicate that to their host, in order to give them a chance to correct the pressure to their liking. That being said, this place does give a REAL, thorough...yes, sometimes painful (but in the best, most productive way,) massages. I can honestly say Kevin gave me the best massage I have had in ten years in DC, but it was not for the faint-of-heart! hahaha This is not your "Hey, Lauren! We should do brunch and massages next weekend...and maybe a mani-pedi after" kind of massage. (You will have your buttocks and upper chest worked. They will manipulate your limbs into stretches that could easily induce giggles, as its being done by a stranger BUT I am sure if you ever wanted to walk it back, these professionals would gladly comply.) Sorry Lauren, this is a "I have come in here with a legitimately sore neck and back and I need you to whip my body back in shape" kind of massage. Within the first few minutes I could tell Kevin clearly knew what he was doing as he had already zeroed in on multiple trouble zones...he worked with my breathing to get the most out of every movement, and yes...at many times it "hurt" but in the most awesome, breathing-conscious,  "Im going to walk out of here feeling like an incredible pile of relaxed jello 'hurt.'" Their command of their craft have earned them a new regular customer. If you are looking for some true adjustment work, an intense, but oh-so-worth it massage, at very reasonable prices, I highly suggest checking them out. More...

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Jenny does a great job finding knots and adjusting to the level of pressure. I believe she can fix anything. At this price, one easily afford to go once a week. Location looks sketchy. I've paid three times as much for this level of work. Jenny really does the best work I've experienced in the NoVa area. More...

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This is a no muss no fuss type of place. I had an early morning weekday appointment so street parking was a non issue, but if you're coming at a peak time then you'll probably have to do side streets or something. When I checked in, there weren't any other patrons as far as I could tell. They sort of ushered me right into a room, which was kind of odd (usually there's some paperwork and you meet w the massage therapist to talk about what you want. They also didn't even ask for my name (I suppose if I was the only early morning appointment it doesn't really matter), but still kind of odd. The massage itself was great! When you look through the reviews, they are either overwhelming positive "omg there was so much pressure it was awesome" or negative "omg there was so much pressure it was awful." Spoiler alert: they use a ton of pressure. If you like that, you will like your massage. Jenny beat the crap out of my neck and shoulders. It hurt. A lot. But I'm used to it. And could probably stand an inch taller after the fact. Will definitely be back. Down a star for the oddness/the fact that I'm pretty sure my room was open an inch the whole time... and at some point my massage therapist had to leave to answer the phone. Weird. More...

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The first time I came with a friend who introduced me. They were really great. Then I came again by myself. Xi Xi was the person who did my massage. She was GREAT! She really put in work when doing the massage. I definitely would recommend this place to anyone. I definitely am going back. More...

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Visited this shop today with a groupon. New to the area and already made my next appt. CiCi is amazing and the salon is nice, quiet and clean. Give it a try - you won't be disappointed. Enjoy. More...

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Fabulous.  I've had two different masseuses there, and both were great.  Nothing fancy but they really work out the kinks.  Reasonable priced.  I've always found parking easily on Columbia pike. More...

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I believe her name was Eva, she did a great job on my one hour massage today. She was very nice and adjusted her strength to your liking. I asked for medium-hard and the whole time she used her strength which was impressive. I would definitely visit again. More...

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I can't say enough good things about this place and Xi Xi (pronounced She, She) especially!  I slept on my neck wrong or something and it was causing shooting pain down my neck, left shoulder and I could barely turn my head.  I called at 7pm to find out if I could get a 90 minute massage and she fit me right in, she even stayed over closing time to finish my full 90 minutes.  It started off as more of a thai massage feel with her working through the sheet without oils but it immediately felt amazing! Her pressure was more than I could take in some areas which is rare.  I am used to wishing I could have some more pressure most of the time.  I wanted to focus on my neck and shoulder because of the acute pain there but had been having issues with my left lower back and sciatic nerve.  She could tell without me saying anything and I could tell she was giving that extra attention.  It was painful when she first started working, really painful but she kept going back to the exact spots that hurt and after about 30 minutes my body finally started relaxing.  I walked out of there feeling like a new woman.  The place is hard to find.  On the second floor of the building with just sign pointing to the stairwell down the side of the building.  Not some place you're just going to run across but its definitely worth it if you do. More...

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Wonderful experience. We arrived late and had to move our car to avoid getting towed but both ladies working still gave us the full hour for our massages. Definitely worth it and if you can find it on Groupon you should take advantage of that promo. They also match the Groupon pricing as well for future visits.Huge note: don't park in the shopping center next door or in front of TMobile. They may tow your car. Free street parking is available on Sundays if you're able to visit their location then. It was a little difficult finding the place as their sign sits on the floor in front of the door but it's between the shopping center with the Boston market and the TMobile store. More...

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Excellent massage.Do note that this business is on the second floor of an older Columbia Pike office building, and the atmosphere is not everything it could be.  Indeed, it is austere.But the price is right and the massage is excellent.  MY masseuse inquired just what I wanted her to target, and she customized the massage to concentrate on my own problem areas very skillfully. I was fortunate to have a Groupon, but may make this my preferred place for massage even without a Groupon. More...

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Geeat massage! Thought it was just going to be an over the sheet massage but they added in some oil and actual skin contact. It was great, definitely coming back (: More...

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My wife and I just got the best massage ever in Northern Virginia.  We are definitely coming back next month

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I am so relaxed right now I could cry.  When I saw this place on Groupon I got excited--Retreat Massage is just a few blocks away and the few reviews that they've gotten had great things to say.  It was tucked away on the 2nd floor of a building complex so it's not likely you'll stumble upon this place. There is a good sign that points you to a staircase on the side of the building.  As other yelpers have said once you get in you will find really clean and modernly decorated space.  I especially loved that the face opening was actually in the table instead of an attachment to the table, so when you face down no part of your body is hanging off the table.  Very helpful when it comes time for the arm massage.  And when it's time to flip over she puts a nice fluffy pillow in the face opening so the whole turning over process is seamless and you don't need to slide down the table in the middle of the massage.  The massage itself was amazing--perfect amount of pressure and the therapist spent a long and generous time on my back, shoulder and arms which I really needed.  She adjusted the pressure perfectly when i requested.  I also liked how she started the massage under the sheet to ease my muscles into the pressure then took it off later to use the oil.  To wipe off the oil she used hot towels which was a nice touch. I sit at a desk for work and do a lot of different exercises at the gym and in a music band so I'm always using different muscles and constantly feel achy.  Though I stretch and do yoga nothing can get me as relaxed except for massages.  This one left me with loose and flowy all over that I could cry of relief!  Prices are reasonable at $60 for an hour.  There's also a visit card so if you come 10 times the 11th is free.  I think this will become my regular massage place.  Also check out the filtered reviews that look legit to me. More...

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I went for a one hour massage and found it to be a very good massage.  The staff were very nice and professional.   I will be coming back.

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Retreat Massage is a great place tucked away off the Pike for anyone looking for a quiet, competitively priced massage.  The staff is friendly and offers both acupressure massage and traditional (oil) massage.  The rooms are clean and quiet.  I have been several times and have always had a consistently positive experience.  For those with flexible health spend plans, you can receive a receipt and use the massage towards your benefits.  The Federal Government's FSAFEDS will allow you to claim a massage if you provide a receipt. More...

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Jenny, who owns Retreat Massage, brought her great relaxation talents from Ballston Mall and opened her own business on Columbia Pike near Glebe in Arlington. Her office is clean and well staffed.  Life in DC can be stressful and Jenny gives a great massage to loosen up this weary IT professional.  I stop by once a week to get my lower back adjusted and to keep my attitude positive.  The staff is friendly and professional.John More...

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