Gould’s Day Spa & Salon

This was my first experience at Gould’s day spa. I must say it was a five star experience! I opted for the Fiji pedicure and manicure. The area for the pedicure was extremely relaxing and the pedicure was not rushed so I was able to enjoy every second of the Fiji experience. From the temperature of the water to the great smells of the Fiji products everything was on point. I enjoyed the most about how the water being poured onto my legs to my feet from the pedicure chair. The fact that the chair was declined so I collapse back and experience the pedicure in a more relaxing mode. I had my choice of juice, water coffee or tea to sip during my experience. I highly recommend the Gould’s day spa the location that I did visit was the location and inside of the Peabody Hotel the entire staff was more than hospitable, friendly and social. Everyone was very helpful during the process.

Let me start by saying this was a great first experience for me. One of my coworkers convinced me to go to the spa and I am glad I did. After listening to the wonderful experience, I get online and check to see what they offer. I went with The Gentleman’s Afternoon Escape. My visit was in early October 2012. I walk in 15 minutes before my appointment to complete the paperwork and after that off to the back i go.
Went to the lockerroom to get robed and then off for the 1 hour relaxtion massage. The ambience was everything i imagined. Low lighting, soft soothing music and comfortable, heated tables. I was able to clear my mind of all the stress that goes along with life. The masseuse was wonderful.
On to the 1 hour facial. Again same ambience different room. The esthetician was great also. She started with a cleansing and exfoliation followed with a mask that stayed on for a while. She made me aware of all the products she was using and what they were for. After applying the mask, she leaves the room and at this point im so relaxed, that i fall asleep. After the facial I go back to the lockerroom to get dressed because I had to go out the common area for the Pure Fiji Manicure. This place would have gotten 5 stars if I could have gotten my manicure in the same ambiance as the other services, but the mani was still great. It was a bit noisy because the area was next to the hair salon and people were coming and going.
Overall, great experience and will more than likely go back.

I would have given 2.5 stars if allowed for having completely differing experiences when I’ve gone. My first experience was having my hair cut and it was not a cut worth the money charged so I struck them off the list for hair cuts.
My second experience was having my nails done. The first time the nail tech drew blood twice, was very rough and although my nails looked good my cuticle area hurt for several days. This might sound a bit whiny but I have a fairly high tolerance for pain and work with my hands daily in my gardens with no gloves so it was pain worth mentioning.
My third experience with a different nail technician was great, she was professional and my nails looked wonderful it was my second time with her that I was left speechless when I was insulted to my face not once but twice. After that I vowed not to darken the door of Gould’s but my husband purchased an ultimate spa day for me for a present and I was so aggrieved at the insults that I let it sit for a full year before using it. Thankfully the last visit when I utilized the gift card was completely positive and I might return to use Gould’s again.