One booked session, not a spa package: a single treatment at $68 per person. It targets pilgrims, whose legs and shoulders carry most of the road's strain into Santiago. The listing rates 4.8 across 193 reviews, and many reserve it for the day after arriving.
Overview
The session lasts between one and one and a half hours, and there is a range of treatments available: a stimulating full-body massage with oils and creams, a slow and deep unloading massage aimed at muscle recovery, a relaxing massage for tension and mental state, or foot reflexology based on stimulating points on the feet.
The reflexology option is aimed squarely at people who have just finished days of trekking the Camino de Santiago, and the reviews back this up. Travellers repeatedly describe booking this after long walks, and one reviewer said the therapists knew exactly what to work on. Another was able to upgrade to the 90 minute massage and said the pair were grateful afterwards.
You get a private massage booth, towels, oils, creams and water, plus Wi-Fi and bicycle parking at the venue. There is no pickup, so you make your own way to the address. It suits anyone finishing the Camino, but also visitors who simply want a restorative hour in the city, whether or not they have walked anywhere.
What's Included
Included
- 30, 60 or 90-minute treatment (depending on option selected)
- Towels, oils, and creams
- Private massage booth
- Wi-Fi
- Bicycle parking
- Water
Itinerary
- Arrive at the studioMake your own way to SPAZIO WELLNESS on Avenida de Raxoi, 5 in Santiago de Compostela. No pickup or transfer is included.
- Choose your treatmentSelect from a stimulating full-body massage with oils and creams, a deep unloading massage for muscle recovery, a relaxing massage, or foot reflexology.
- Session in private boothThe treatment takes place in a private massage booth, with towels, oils and creams provided. The session lasts between one and one and a half hours depending on the option selected.
- Finish and departWater is available, and the studio offers Wi-Fi and bicycle parking if you need them before heading back into the city.
What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical things are worth knowing before you book, especially if you are coming straight off the Camino.
- Book ahead. One reviewer advised booking in advance because the studio gets very busy. Another booked a rest day after the walk and found the massage very beneficial in that window.
- Tired legs welcome. This treatment suits people who have just walked the Camino. One reviewer described aches and pains from two weeks on the trail, and said the therapists knew exactly what to work on.
- Pick your style. Decide between a stimulating massage, a deep unloading massage for recovery, a relaxing massage, or foot reflexology.
- No pickup. You need to get yourself to Avenida de Raxoi, 5. There is no hotel pickup or transfer included, so plan the walk or taxi from where you are staying.
- What is provided. Towels, oils, creams and water are included, along with a private booth, Wi-Fi and bicycle parking. You do not need to bring your own equipment.
- Relaxed atmosphere. Reviewers describe a relaxed, clean and professional setting with friendly staff. Several mention it as a soothing way to end a long journey.
Common issues. The main practical limit is that there is no pickup or transfer, so you must arrange your own arrival at the studio on Avenida de Raxoi. One reviewer noted the studio is very busy and recommended booking in advance. Cancellation is only free up to 24 hours before the session, so late changes may cost you. Beyond that, reviewers raise few complaints, and none of the feedback mentions problems with the treatments themselves.
Common Questions
Where is the meeting point?
The session takes place at SPAZIO WELLNESS on Avenida de Raxoi, 5, 15705 Santiago de Compostela. There is no pickup or transfer included, so you make your own way there.
What is included in the price?
The price covers a 30, 60 or 90-minute treatment depending on the option you select, plus towels, oils and creams, a private massage booth, water, Wi-Fi and bicycle parking. Nothing extra is listed as excluded.
How long does the massage last?
The overall experience runs between one and one and a half hours. Within that, the treatment itself is 30, 60 or 90 minutes depending on the option you choose.
Can I choose the type of massage?
Yes. Options include a stimulating full-body massage with oils and creams, a deep unloading massage for muscle recovery, a relaxing massage, and foot reflexology.
Is it good after walking the Camino?
Many reviewers booked exactly for this reason. One said the therapists knew exactly what to work on after the walk, and the reflexology option is specifically aimed at people who have spent days trekking the Camino de Santiago.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Inside that window the listing does not promise a refund, so cancel early if your plans change.