Help me choose the best spa

[moonshadow]

I am looking to book a couples message during our next visit. I am trying to decide between the Mandara or Grand Floridian spas. Has anyone used either one or both and if so, are there any pros and cons to either one?

Thanks!

 

[AnnabelleTheTalkingTree]

I have not used Mandara so I can't make a comparison, but I had a massage at the Grand Floridian Spa during our last stay and I was very happy with the service. I just had a massage but the staff was very friendly and helpful, the service was wonderful, the facility was great. I'm planning to return soon.

 

[Marthasor]

In terms of facilities, I prefer GF. You may also want to consider the spa at the Four Seasons.

 

[kylenne]

I’ve been to both though my visit to GF was prior to the closures so before the current setup. I enjoyed both massages, staff were great at both, and while the facilities were better at GF I don’t think they justify the massive price premium it charges over Mandara.

 

[The Foolish Mortal]

What is included in the facilities at GF?

 

[moonshadow]

I’ve been to both though my visit to GF was prior to the closures so before the current setup. I enjoyed both massages, staff were great at both, and while the facilities were better at GF I don’t think they justify the massive price premium it charges over Mandara.

What made the GF facilities better?

 

[gottalovepluto]

I quite enjoyed JW Bonnet Creek’s Spa, might be one to consider as well. Steam room, sauna, aromatherapy misting showers.

 

[kylenne]

What made the GF facilities better?

They used to have a plunge pool that you could use for the entire day of your appointment. I'm not sure since the reopening.

Mandara is hardly a dump though, to be clear. But I just checked the prices (we're looking into booking a couples massage for our trip too) and they definitely went up since I was there, turns out they're really not that much less than the GF now. I know in the past you used to be able to find Groupons for it though.

 

[Goofy4]

My wife was just at Mandara. I imagine each therapist will be a little different at either place. She's ready to go back. Almost "lost" her after this last one.

 

[moonshadow]

Thanks everyone. I will do a little more research but this was very helpful.