ILLA Boutique Spa

I was not very impressed with my experience here. I was supposed to have a 55 min facial and 90 min prenatal massage. The facial was relaxing but there was almost no time spent on extractions and mostly time with a mask or the steam. My massage was rushed and uncomfortable. They were not really equipped to do a prenatal massage because the tables are small and there were no large pillows. The employee took the pillows from the waiting room to use between my legs which I thought was rather gross. I had her at least wrap them with sheets. The whole thing felt really rushed for a 90 min massage. When she said I was done I looked at the clock and realized that we finished 40 min before we should have. I was disappointed and ended up refusing to pay full price. Unfortunately won’t be going back here again.

My massage therapist KeJuan was incredibly skilled, thorough and professional. Everyone at this boutique was very friendly and accommodating. Best massage I’ve ever had, highly recommend.

I called the Illa Boutique the same day I purchased my groupon. They assured me that I would be seen and that using a groupon for a Valentine’s Day massage was no issue. I was very excited and order my groupon after recieving these assurances from the company. Had they been honest I probably would have just said heck with it and just made the appointment and paid full price.
Today I received a message from the owner.
«Hi lima (not my name) this is illa boutique spa. We are not having Groupon client at valentine’s day. So mistake ly our website open. Now we blocked. So your appointment cancle 14^th. Sorry»
When I called and told the owner the situation, she said she was on vacation and that all groupon clients would not be seen. Groupon clients were not even given the option to choose a different payment method and no accommodations could be made. I do not live in Georgetown and was making a special trip just to go there and all my other reservations have been since canceled since I was able lucky enough to find another spa to accommodate my husband and I. I believe that my purchase was made under false pretense and that company has violated groupons expectations both verbally and in writing on their website and the groupon add. Other than that it’s just bad customer service! I am now going to spa world and spending 300 on a couples message, because at least I know that I will be treated with respect and common curiosity and that what I will be getting is worthwhile. The foundation of a good message is trust. When customers can’t trust that a company will follow through with something so basic, it’s destroys the whole experience. I’m just happy I had the time to find other arrangements. Groupon users be warned.

I bought a groupon for a 60 minute couples Swedish massage and it was great. Booking was super simple online, although I wish they had sent a confirmation email. The massage therapists were friendly and we had an overall wonderful and relaxing experience.

I have had my fair share of experiences with professional massages and never walk away feeling like it was worth the money… until today. I was so sore and tight and Arpi knew exactly all the right spots to hit. I think she focused the right amount of time on each area and really seemed diligent and knew what she was doing! I feel so much better already.
I would 100% go back… thank you Arpi! :)

We purchased a couple’s massage from Groupon. It was a great deal and an even better massage. It would have been a great value even at full price. The atmosphere was chill and unpretentious and the team was friendly. Daniel was my massage therapist. He was skilled, considerate, and respectful as he blended some deep tissue work and Swedish massage in my one hour session. He made sure the pressure was right by asking periodically. I walked out feeling relaxed and refreshed.

I have been working with Hanna for six months (two different locations) to treat a longstanding and chronic condition due to a previous running injury. I have been amazed at the results and looking forward to being able to run again soon. Hanna truly understands how the body works, she developed a treatment régime that has proven successful (where others have failed) and has given me valuable guidance on what to do between treatments. I highly recommend her.

Had a wonderful experience at illa! I found them through Groupon and bought the couples massage it was a great deal and well worth it! Daniel and Jessica did a phenomenal job and were very professional and made sure we were both comfortable the whole time. My shoulders were really tense and although we bought the Swedish massage deal, Daniel still put deeper pressure on my shoulders to help break up the tension. Very relaxing and was much needed. We plan to go back again really soon. The place itself was very clean and had a calming atmosphere too which was a plus.

Great massages — good for muscle pain, not just relaxation.
Hannah is an extraordinary massage therapist. I first met her when she was working at Revive (also in Dupont Circle), and have been seeing her regularly for over a year. Deep tissue work with Hannah solved my recurring back /​neck issues, and helps me manage continuing pain from an old skiing injury.

Best place for bikini wax and massages. Sunita (Hannah) has super skills in both of these areas. I have worked with her for years and she has eliminated my back pain with a series of therapeutic massages. She also gives a great relaxing massage when I need that too.
The spa has a clean, comfortable, and inviting ambiance. I highly recommend trying this place.

Hanna is incredible, and I cannot recommend her enough. She is able to pinpoint the exact location of the muscle pain and problem and correct it. Her technique is fantastic, and she is quite knowledgeable. She is incredibly thorough and will keep working until she is sure you will no longer feel muscle pain. She is a true treasure, and I was very fortunate to find her when I did. She was able to correct a terrible shoulder injury in just a few sessions. She is honest about what her clients need and is motivated by a desire to help. She is hands down the best MT in DC.

Sunita (Hanna) is amazing. I have been getting massages with her for nearly a year now and I could not be happier. She is very skilled and knowledgable And makes the experience both relaxing and educational. If you are an active person or someone with chronic pain due to high physical activity or stress, this is the place for you. It is affordable and conveniently located. Sunita’s massages are also great for people who sit in front of a desk. She uses a range of techniques including stretching, shiatsu, rocks, etc to loosen up tight tendons and joints. I have been and will remain a regular!

Thank you Arpi for your excellent work and input. Had a 90 minutes deep tissue/​orthopedic massage that literally healed the pain that I was experienced on my leg. I loved the fact that she took the time to listen to my concerns and focus on my problematic areas. Note aside, I do not like massages (this was the second I ever had in my life) and today by the end of the appointment I purchased other 5 sessions.
I felts at ease, comfortable and professionalism from start to finish. The spa is not super fancy but neat and clean. I recommend this place if you are looking for something in a reasonable budget.

Bought a groupon for like $ 35 for an hour massage that I couldnt pass up! This place would get a FULL 5 stars for just the massage itself. My masseuse had strong hands and really worked the whole body perfectly.
However, the whole place is a little weird. You walk in and it’s pretty bare bones. The individual massage rooms dont have walls that go all the way to the ceiling, so noise can be an issue. Also, there was a bit of a language barrier between myself, the receptionists and the masseuse. Definitely not a fancy spa experience, but, if youre like me and value a quality massage over the frills of a fancy spot, then this is a good place to look.
I do appreciate that you can make appointments online super easily, but a confirmation email would be nice to confirm that the booking went through.

This place is amazing! I have chronic upper back/​neck/​shoulder pain that flares up every now and again… It flared up earlier this week so I decided to come to illa for a massage because of the groupon and its proximity to work. WOW! I could not have asked for a better start to finish experience. I ended up being a few min late because of the snow — the staff was great about checking me in without being rushed and making sure I got my full 90 min massage. My masseuse Karen was kind and attentive. She started to examine my back and immediately identified all my pain points (I hadn’t told her about my history of back pain) and could tell this was a chronic issue. She offered me a deeper massage (which was really what I needed) at a VERY discounted rate and did an extremely thorough job. I feel the best I’ve felt in days and am finally able to sleep with having to douse myself in a vat of Ben gay. Thanks so much Karen and illa salon! I’ll be back soon!

Found this place on Groupon and got a 60 minutes couple’s massage for only $ 80. It was easy to make an appointment online and we we’re taken back right when we showed up. The massages were great and we both felt very relaxed afterwards. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a massage at a reasonable price.

New location, but I’ve been working with the masseuse Hanna for over a year now. When it came to my situation Hanna is a LIFE SAVER. I live a very active lifestyle from running, lifting, snowboarding, and retired military, topped off with 3 whiplash incidents. As active as I was, paired with all my injuries I’ve suffered it lead to a ton of inflammation and scaring to form on my body. Then one day I noticed I was losing circulation and having trouble breathing. I saw an Urgent Care doctor and one primary neither were able to figure it out. Hanna was able to rid my body of the scaring and inflammation, return mobility and flexibility that I had lost. All the pain in my neck, shoulder, back legs, hips are gone thanks to Hanna. Again she SAVED MY LIFE. If that alone is not good enough for you then… Thank you Hanna for all you’ve done and hopefully more people will receive your benefits.

Hanna is an amazingly talented masseuse. No matter what is bothering me, Hanna uses her years of experience to find the source of tension and alleviate the pain. I believe she has created her own version of the myofascial massage, mixing different techniques to achieve the greatest outcome and comfort. Even if you don’t know exactly what is bothering you or where it is coming from, Hanna will figure it out by using her hands to communicate with muscles and nerves. Thank you Hanna!

Hanna is an incredible masseuse. On top of being an active athlete, I had a few muscle lumps on my neck that needed serious work. Hanna went to town on me, knowing exactly what to do, and within 3 sessions they were gone. Also, the week after each session is amazing, When I play my sport I feel no tightness, am quick on my feet and overall just feel good. Trust me, after you experience Hanna, other massages are pretty much ruined. SHE’S AMAZING!

I have had massages with Hanna for the past seven years. Her myofascial/​deep tissue massages are unlike any other. As a weightlifter Hanna’s massages have kept me injury-​free and feeling well, but I know her massages benefit people who do all sorts of activities. Hanna is professional, friendly and easy to spend an hour with. I highly recommend her to my friends, family and you!