A Monterey day spa open since 1999, offering massage, facials, waxing and skin treatments with reservations recommended daily from 9 to 5.
At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Good for
- CouplesSolo travelers
- Price
- Moderate
Elysium has been running on the Monterey Peninsula since 1999, tucked into a small retail space at 700 Cass St rather than a resort property. Owner Cheryl Richards leads a team of estheticians and massage therapists focused on straightforward body and skincare work rather than a full wellness-retreat experience.
The menu covers nine treatments: massage therapy, foot massage, scalp treatments, custom facials, Celluma LED light therapy, dermaplaning, Dermalogica Pro Power Peels, gua sha, and full body waxing. That mix leans toward targeted skincare and bodywork sessions rather than soaking pools or multi-hour circuits, making it a practical stop for a single treatment rather than an all-day outing.
It's categorized as a moderate-price day spa, and both walk-ins and reservations are accepted, though booking ahead is advised given the limited treatment slots typical of a small studio. Hours run the same every day of the week, 9am to 5pm, which gives some flexibility for scheduling around other Monterey Peninsula plans.
The spa suits solo visitors and couples looking for a specific service — a massage, a facial, a wax — without the overhead of a resort-style wellness day. Given its location near Carmel-by-the-Sea, it works well as an add-on to a day of sightseeing on the peninsula rather than a destination in itself.
Good to know
- Do I need a reservation at Elysium?
- Reservations are recommended, though walk-ins are also welcome depending on availability.
- What treatments does Elysium offer?
- Nine services are listed, including massage therapy, foot massage, scalp treatments, custom facials, LED light therapy, dermaplaning, chemical peels, gua sha, and full body waxing.
- What are Elysium's hours?
- The spa is open every day from 9am to 5pm.
- Is Elysium an expensive spa?
- It falls into the moderate price tier, though exact treatment prices aren't listed here — check with the spa directly for current rates.
- Who is Elysium best suited for?
- It's set up for solo travelers and couples seeking a single focused treatment like a massage or facial rather than a full-day retreat experience.
Details checked October 1, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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