Redwood Massage Sauna

Love this place. Although it may not look like a lot from the outside, inside is nice and clean, the masseuses are capable and super kind, they have skills in many different types of massage, and their deep tissue rocks.

For me, you don’t have to be super fancy or give me cucumber flavored water to impress me. Just need to give a good massage.

I gave this place 2 chances and they just didn’t deliver. The only good part about the massages I got was the price. What good is that if what they’re selling is terrible?

First time, I had a massage with Anthony. He made me feel uncomfortable. At one point, I asked him to pause for a moment so I could collect myself (it was a deep tissue massage) and he proceeded to tickle me. At that point I didn’t know what to do. I should have just called it quits but I just lay there counting the minutes until the massage was done.

The next time I went to see Yvonne. First I waited 30min past my appointment time. Her massage was ok but she fiddled with the table about every 5 min. So the table went up, down, up, down. It wasn’t very relaxing. She also talked the entire time, even when I didn’t answer or gave one-word answers. I also feel like she wasn’t that clean. Her hair was very very greasy.

It also seemed that the therapists at the place weren’t aware of discounts. On their website they say you can get the “first-time” rate of its your first time with a therapist. It’s even a booking option. But Yvonne didn’t seem to know about it. She gave me the discounted rate “because of the delay” and I didn’t say anything because that was what I expected to pay anyway. Also at that point I knew I would never come back here so I just wanted to leave.

I had a massage on Friday at massage envy, it was ok and I had signed up for there membership. Saturday I called here to have another massage since I was still so tight and in pain. I called and spoke to Anthony he told me he had a special going 90 minutes for $100.

I went in and the room was warmly lite and nice and warm. I had a really relaxing and enjoyable massage with Anthony, The next day I felt so much better that I called massage envy and cancelled my membership. I made another appointment for Monday and was just as pleased so I made another appointment for this Friday. I love that he uses coconut oil, when I leave I smell so good. While talking to Anthony I found out he use to do my moms oncology massage and she liked him so much she bought a five pack of massages. I would highly recommend Anthony for your massage is very professional and very tentative to your needs.

I’ve been 4 times to this place. Twice with Gail (I love her massage) and twice with Betty (I didn’t like it). If you book with GAIL, she will listen to your needs and this is what I love the most. The massages are medium but she can make them stronger or softer.
Betty, I have been because I read good reviews and it was the worse massages of my life (2nd time I booked by mistake). Unless you like very very very strong massages, avoid. I woke up the next day my neck and back were sore! I told her during the massage and she soften for 5s and press hard again.
The location is not very nice but the rates are cheap. So this place is good if you look for a relaxing affordable massage in a clean place and not the whole high level expensive experience.
Have a nice massage!

I’ve been 4 times to this place. Twice with Gail (I love her massage) and twice with Betty (I didn’t like it). If you book with GAIL, she will listen to your needs and this is what I love the most. The massages are medium but she can make them stronger or softer.
Betty, I have been because I read good reviews and it was the worse massages of my life (2nd time I booked by mistake). Unless you like very very very strong massages, avoid. I woke up the next day my neck and back were sore! I told her during the massage and she soften for 5s and press hard again.
The location is not very nice but the rates are cheap. So this place is good if you look for a relaxing affordable massage in a clean place and not the whole high level expensive experience.
Have a nice massage!

I’ve been 4 times to this place. Twice with Gail (I love her massage) and twice with Betty (I didn’t like it). If you book with GAIL, she will listen to your needs and this is what I love the most. The massages are medium but she can make them stronger or softer.
Betty, I have been because I read good reviews and it was the worse massages of my life (2nd time I booked by mistake). Unless you like very very very strong massages, avoid. I woke up the next day my neck and back were sore! I told her during the massage and she soften for 5s and press hard again.
The location is not very nice but the rates are cheap. So this place is good if you look for a relaxing affordable massage in a clean place and not the whole high level expensive experience.
Have a nice massage!

After going to this place many times, I thought I would finally write a review.

First of all, to address some of the other reviews negative issues:
1. It’s in a shady part of town – There is a Chavez Market next door and it’s down the street from downtown. The other buildings nearby are apartment complexes. The building itself looks like a home that has been converted to a massage therapy office.

2. The building itself is not fancy – The lobby consists of two chairs that lean back and are comfortable and a desk. It’s not big, but it has a home type feeling. The rooms themselves have a radio, simple decorations, and massage tables. What else do you need to enjoy a massage?

3. The Caltrain – Yes, it’s close to the Caltrain station, but *everything* is in redwood city. You can hear the Caltrain from pretty much anywhere, so I feel this point is unfair because even if the business moved locations, you’d still have this issue. Plus, it’s only 2-3 an hour during commuting hours and once an hour during non commuting hours.

Overall, I feel these points were a bit unfair, but just wanted everyone to be prepared for what they were actually getting into.

Now, onto the massages. So far, I have seen Scott, Ashley (doesn’t work there anymore), and Ann. My finance has seen Yesenia. Every massage I have received there was very professional, cheap, and the therapists actually care. What I really like about the therapists is that they will do whatever massage type you are looking for without charging extra. A lot of places charge differently for Swedish vs Deep Tissue, but it’s all the same rate, which is amazing. Then the massage therapists actually listen to you. I need a lot of pressure to relieve knots in my back and each of the therapists listened and applied the perfect amount.

Massage Breakdown:
Ann – Works magic. This lady really worked the several knots on my back and I felt amazing. (I have an appointment with her booked tomorrow :3)

Scott – Awesome. He does a bit more stretching in his massages, but still uses a lot of pressure.

Yesenia – I can’t really talk about her too much, since my fiance sees her, but he has raving reviews. He usually goes with a more Swedish massage style though.

Overall, this place is an amazing find for your money. Yes, it isn’t the *fanciest* place I’ve had a massage, but most of those places feel like a generic office front to me. Hopefully this helps some people looking for a massage place. 🙂

Had an amazing appointment with Jennifer! Highly recommended.

Possible Improvement:

1) The front office seemed very small, a little crowded even.

Strengths:

1) Jennifer simply put has magic stress relieving hands that find even the smallest of knots.

2) The front staff was very friendly, well trained, and cared about providing a quality customer experience.

Only knock is the small location. Left very satisfied and looking forward to my appointment next Friday.

This place is amazing! It’s a cosy office and only one block from downtown RWC, so I have no idea what other reviewers meant when they complained it is not safe!
Most importantly – these people know their job! I came with severe neck pain due to muscle spasm. After the first session I felt loads better! I went three more times – to different masseuses – Gail and Betty. Both of them are great! Now, a week after the last massage I have no pain or stiffness at all!
If you have issues and in need of therapeutic massage – this is the place!
The prices are reasonable, the sauna is clean and great!

Today I had a 60 minute massage with Betty. She found the 5 places that have been bothering me quickly. I didn’t need to say a word. The establishment itself is clean, straightforward, and no frills. I’d say that the value was top-notch.

Today I had a 60 minute massage with Betty. She found the 5 places that have been bothering me quickly. I didn’t need to say a word. The establishment itself is clean, straightforward, and no frills. I’d say that the value was top-notch.