Herbal Spa And Salon
📍 949 Kawaiaha‘o St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814
Services: Infrared Sauna
Amenities & Features
About
Cold Plunge & Sauna
This traditional Korean spa offers a circuit of thermal experiences, though their condition varies. The main facility provides a Himalayan salt room sauna that guests find relaxing. The spa features a cold plunge pool that many describe as having a perfect, very cold temperature, which guests find invigorating for contrast therapy. The circuit includes cycles between the sauna, cold plunge, a warm tub, and a steam room. However, spa-goers frequently report operational issues, especially in the separate men's building. The men's steam room often lacks steam, and the hot tub or jacuzzi is frequently noted as not being hot. The advertised salt sauna is sometimes unavailable, and the men's sauna may not be open. Some guests report the warm tub feels slimy, with mineral buildup on walls suggesting irregular cleaning.
Staff
Feedback on staff is mixed. Many guests describe the staff, especially the owner, as very sweet, polite, and professional, providing good instructions and attentive service. The scrub and massage therapists receive particular praise. However, other spa-goers report negative interactions, including feeling rushed or unwanted, with staff appearing aggravated. There are also multiple reports of a confusing or forceful request for gratuity payment before services are rendered, which some found off-putting.
Additional Amenities
The core service is a traditional Korean scrub, which guests describe as thorough, amazing, and longer than expected. The treatment includes a facial, often with a cold cucumber mask noted as refreshing, a body scrub, a hair wash, and an application of oils or milk. The hair wash includes a scalp massage, though the products may not be suitable for all hair textures. The spa provides robes, towels, and lockers. Notably, some guests mention the experience does not include herbs, essential oils, or aromatherapy as the name might imply.
