Ocean Crest Spa - Carlsbad, California

Maria B

Had a lovely spa experience at Ocean Crest on New Year’s Eve. My husband and I had a couples massage and both really enjoyed the massages received. My therapist was Robert and my husband’s was Jessica. Both therapists were attentive and listened to our concern areas and were very welcoming. We don’t drink so they offered us juice and tea when offered the champagne which was very thoughtful. My massage was well balanced and somewhat of a sports massage I work at a long hours desk job and my forearms are always very very tight he did a great job easing that out without being painful. The neck and shoulder focus was just right and plenty of time was given to legs and arms. The hand massages was very relaxing and while the foot massages was more of an acupressure situation than a rub I enjoyed the tension release gained and consider it a style of the therapist as no two massages are ever the same. I would get a massage here again and request the same therapists. My husband said Jessica really focused on tight areas in his shoulders and says it’s easily in the top 1 or 2 massages he’s had. We were at a high-end spa in San Pellegrino Termé, Italy, in October and the massages were great but this rivaled that and are pleasantly surprised. The steam room is small but plenty for the facility size we enjoyed it both before and after the massages. The amenities are a nice but simple; i.e. shower supplies in the showers and blow dryers available for the ladies, we were staying in the hotel attached so we did not use them entirely, just a quick rinse post steam room. There were a number of ladies taking advantage of the offerings and one in particular, a local, told me she frequents this spa for facials so perhaps we will try that next time! The relaxation room is a tad lacking. The tea offerings are lovely and there was some fruit but it was whole pieces so that doesn’t really lend to eating in a robe or quickly while waiting to go in for an appointment. If you’d like a small snack I’d just do the flatbread at the hotel restaurant before or after instead. Overall a nice experience.

Heather Mires

Amazing spa experience! Received a warm greeting upon arrival. Amenities were very nice and clean. Enjoyed the outdoor relaxation area. I would highly recommend Robert for massage & Christina for facial. They were both excellent & very professional! We will definitely be coming back!

Brittney Kilian

I’ve always had a great experience here! The massage I received today was so good! I believe her name was Ellen? Best massage I’ve ever had!

Milena Michels

Absolutely wonderful day spa nestled inside the beautiful Cape Rey hotel. Wonderful staff that make everyone feel so special and incredible services. I have had facials and just had a massage there and wonderful services overall. I can’t wait to go again.

Angela Johnson Peters

I had stayed at Cape Rey Resort back in Oct 2023 while attending a conference.
So when I planned a staff retreat decided to return. 13 of us had spa treatments including facials, hot stone, deep tissue, and body scrub and massages. Every one of us were extremely satisfied. Jeannette the Spa Director and Sylvie were so incredibly helpful in arranging treatments for our group.

Personally I want to give a HUGE shout out to Antonio for giving me one of the best messages I've ever had (and I've been getting body work for more than 30 years). He applied the perfect amount of pressure and worked my muscles and lower back so when I was done I felt as if I was levitating off the table. I only wished I lived closer so I could visit Ocean Crest Spa more often.

If you're trying to decide on a place to stay in Carlsbad with a spa I highly recommend Ocean Crest.

N C

Loved the spa, and the staff was very friendly. The massage and zen area so relaxing. Provided a robe, slippers and opportunity to rinse off. Can't wait to come back.

Kristie Burns

They take great care of you without breaking the bank. It's the best north county option for the spa services. Omni and Aviara have great surrounding space to relax w friends, but you are paying a fortune for it.

Mindy Hall

My husband and I love coming here for the spa treatments. We both really like Tabatha. She is awesome and very attentive. I’ve had many massages, but hands-down she is the best!!The staff is very friendly and personable too. Highly recommend.