étant

Boston, United States

4.5

Closed now

38 reviews

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+1 617-423-5040
Website:
www.etant.com
Address:
524 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02116
b/t Dwight St & Milford St
South End
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
190 ftTremont St @ E Berkeley St
250 ftE Berkeley @ Tremont St
300 ftTremont St @ Berkeley St
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Yes
By Appointment Only
Yes
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Today

Today 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Boston) 6:54 AM Friday, November 29, 2024

Business hours

Monday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

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At étant, our reason for being is your well-​being. Everything here, from the friendly greeting of the staff to the soothing music and décor is meant to create a refuge from the hectic world.

We offer a variety of therapies to accommodate your individual wellness needs. You can choose a rich, revitalizing mud wrap or a soothing paraffin hand treatment. You may want to pick up some luxurious scented soap for a gift or treat yourself to a soothing massage. You can do it all at étant. And, no matter why you come in, we know you’ll walk out feeling refreshed and renewed.

History

Established in 1998.

etant began as an idea that clients were looking for and would respond to a place where they could come to be well. That has been and continues to be our number one goal. etant is a place to come and feel pampered, refreshed, relaxed and ultimately be well. We were the very first «wellness spa» in the South End of Boston. We are not a salon. We do not do hair or nails. We are all about provided the best practitioners, the best products and the very best environment for all of our clients wellness needs. That was our goal when we opened in 1998 and it continues to be our goal today. Relax, enjoy and be well.

Meet the Business Owner

Scott S.

Business Owner

Mr. St. Cyr founded étant in 1998 with the sole vision of creating an oasis for healing and wellness. Scott is a graduate of the Polarity Realization Institute in Ipswich Massachusetts where he is a graduate of both the Holistic Massage Program and the Polarity Practitioner Program. He went on to become an instructor at PRI where he was able to teach students the massage and polarity work that he enjoys so much. The focus of Scott’s work continues to be the healing art of balance. He strives to create balance for his clients through his massage and polarity skills. Scott is licensed by the state of Massachusetts, a member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals and is nationally certified by the NCBTMB. Scott holds a degree from Westfield State College which was granted in 1984.

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38 reviews of étant

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Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
I am SO HAPPY with this place! I went in with bad neck & back pain. I could hardly move my head up & down the pain was so bad. My masseuse talked to me about what I would like in a massage, and we decided on a sports massage, focusing on pressure points to help relieve the pain. Truthfully, it took a little getting used to, because the pressure on the pressure points was strong. But once I got used to it, i began to enjoy the massage. It was actually phenomenal! When I finally went to check out, I realized my pain was totally gone. I am not one to exaggerate make false claims. This place is for real! They really took my pain away. The inside is very spa-​like & refreshing. I will be back many times! Love this place!
Place rating: 5
Napa, CA
Been going to Keith for massage for years. He is the best! As is Jeannie and the rest of the staff at Etant. Treat yourself to the best!
Place rating: 5
Berkeley, CA
love love love
I get massages, facials and waxing done here. I love this place. Everyone is kind, friendly. The space is clean and welcoming.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
I made a last minute appointment for a facial and massage, and they were able to accommodate me. First, I had my customized facial with Bernadette. She began by asking questions about my skin, so that she could tailor my facial to me. The facial was amazing, incredibly relaxing, and my skin felt phenomenal afterwards. Bernadette also gave me some product samples to try out, and a step by step skin care routine that has been incredibly helpful.
I had an integrative massage with Keith. He asked if any specific areas were bothering me. The massage was probably the best I’ve ever had. I felt so rejuvenated!
Everyone was incredibly friendly. My overall experience was great! I’ll definitely be back.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
Dina is amazing! She takes a facial to a whole other level with the bodywork she performs throughout the treatment. My face looked fabulous and mind was refreshed when the hour was over. I felt so thoroughly cared for that I was shocked that it had only taken one hour! I’ve been going to etant for years because the staff is warm and welcoming with very little turnover.
Place rating: 5
Brookline, MA
This place is sensational! I went in for my first massage with them and was fortunate enough to be seen by Blain. I had experienced my first tension migraine and was recommended by my PCP to have a professional massage. By reading other reviews, I chose to try etant – SUCH a good decision! Blain was fantastic. He explained the process before anything even started, gave me plenty of time to change and get under the sheet and for the entire massage coached me on breathing. He focused on my back/​shoulders/​legs and neck and when he started my neck, wound up finding the point that caused the tension headache. He helped alleviate the pain with pressure and kneading and at the end of it, I felt like I had a new neck! Blain even took the time afterwards to wait for me to get dressed/​back upstairs to explain that I may be sore the next day and to recommend what to do if my neck hurts. He even gave me his card to contact him if I had any questions and recommended a follow up appointment in a few weeks to continue working on the point in my neck that caused the pain. The lady at the front desk was incredibly nice and friendly, offered me water and wished me well for the rest of my day. Overall, this place was professional, friendly, warm and inviting– a fabulous find for a newer Boston transplant!
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
Highly recommend! Best massage in a long time. Felt pampered and refreshed. Very welcoming atmosphere.
Place rating: 5
Somerville, MA
This place is just the best! Front desk Jean is very cordial and has always tried to accommodate even same day appointments and always called if there were cancellations. Therapists are wonderful. I had severe back pain and Amanda was wonderful applying the perfect pressure on sore areas. Some sort of magic ! she knew exactly where the sore areas were and worked on those areas more without me telling her. She also took continuous feedback.
Excellent place ! Must try
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
With Fatima on my first meassage. Best thing that ever happened to my body! Great Staff
Place rating: 5
Mid-Cambridge, MA
My mother, sister, and I went to Etant on 3÷12÷16 for a spa day, and I have to say it was one of the best experiences I’ve had at a spa. The space is calming, the receptionist is inviting, and best of all my masseuse was amazing! Amazing Amanda, I could write a sonnet about her hands, and I have never thought of writing poetry about anything in my life! She asked about where I needed attention and gave those places special attention, but I forgot to say me neck and shoulders were tense, I hold a lot of stress there. But she knew, and her fingers spun magic! When she finished, the tension was a distant memory, and I felt like I had been transported from my room to a peaceful zen garden laying on the softest pillows up in the clouds. Seriously, it was that good! My job is crazy, my schedule leaves very little room for play, but whenever I am able, I will be going back to see Amanda. Great job, Etant, I really needed that!
Place rating: 5
Quincy, MA
This was my first massage ever. The people at Etant made me feel comfortable and welcome. The massage opened my eyes up to spa treatment. Amanda was a true professional.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
I have been visiting étant for around fifteen years. The staff are always friendly & helpful and the massages and facials are top notch.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
This is the only place I go to get my facial and grooming. Staff is delightful and attentive.
Place rating: 5
Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA
I just moved to Boston and I was blown away by my first experience at Etant. The entire staff was warm, welcoming and incredibly kind. I took my boyfriend for his birthday and we both left feeling like gold. I cannot wait to go back! Thank you, Etant for helping make that day so special. You guys are amazing.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
Everyone was super nice! It was my birthday and I got an amazing hour of deep tissue. It was exactly what I needed and couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful and caring group of professionals. 10 outta 10!
Place rating: 4
Portsmouth, NH
Very professional and well-​trained massage therapists. Often busy, but they always seem able to fit us in. Jean at the desk is amazing! My session was a deep tissue massage with Ryan. He was great!
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
I had the best massage from Hanna! She really dug into the tension in my neck and shoulders. I’m a teacher so I’m either standing or hunched at a computer; Hanna made me feel like a new person! Thank you to etant for the awesome massage!
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
My best friend and I went to Étant for the first time this weekend. It was a birthday celebration, so I wanted it to be special, and it certainly was! The staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. They even rearranged the schedule so my friend and I could have our appointments when we wanted them. From the moment you walk in, Jeanne immediately makes you feel welcome. The rest of the staff are equally as warm and inviting. As for the services, we each had a customised facial, massage, and lemon sugar body scrub. The staff explain the various steps involved in each treatment and are extremely attentive. All of the treatments were amazing, and we left the spa feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated. We will definitely be returning to Étant!
Place rating: 5
Portage, MI
Dina totally rocks and is the best at what she does! Hard to believe anybody can make back and shoulder waxing enjoyable, but she does. Lots of love in every skillful rip.
Place rating: 2
Beverly Hills, CA
it was ok for boston, standard. I’ve had better. nice people though.
Place rating: 5
Nahant, MA
This is my go to place for massage in Boston. I’ve been to etant at least 6 times in the last several years, and have had a different therapist each time I’ve been. They’ve all been wonderful. And they have a great setup for a duet massage if you and a partner or friend want to enjoy this experience together.
Place rating: 5
Weston, MA
Spent a wonderful afternoon getting a massage, facial and hand treatment. Very relaxing, extremely accommodating staff. Definitely going back. Thank you.
Place rating: 5
Longmeadow, MA
Wonderful atmosphere… very welcoming and relaxed. My therapist, Hannah, was the greatist. She customized her massage for me, asking me questions about my needs and preferences beforehand.
Kristen was perfect in her position as greeter and receptionist. The rest of staff was friendly and professional at all times.
Last but not least, Jason, is the best manager ever!
Place rating: 4
Brookline, MA
Massage at etant was super. after treatment I felt like a newborn. def recommend everyone to visit this place, realy empowers!
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Robyn was great. I needed a last minute wax and she saved the day. I totally recommend her!
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
In my opinion, Jason is the best masseur in Boston.
I’ve been battling chronic back pain for years and had difficulty finding the right masseuse after she moved away.
A friend recommended Etant and I’ve been able to not only manage with less pain, I feel like I got my life back.
Jason, and all of the employees, are professional, listen and truly care about your wellbeing.
There were times when I arrived in bad pain but left and went for a run. No exaggeration!
Highly recommend anyone trying this place out.
Thx!
Place rating: 4
Philadelphia, PA
Went here two days ago for a facial with Robyn. She’s a sweetheart! Really friendly, we were chatting for the first 20+ mins of my treatment, getting to know each other. I did a 75 min deep cleansing but really needed hydration and she worked with me to change the treatment to match what I needed (she did do extraction). Like probably many people, my face has taken a beating during this winter and I needed help, so she did a long mask treatment and lots of facial massaging. For about 24 hours after, my face looked pretty bad (although probably not any worse than it did before the treatment), but now 36 hours afterwards, my face looks really good, and much clearer than it did before.
Pros
— Robyn
— Ability to schedule and cancel online
— Availability on short notice
— Nice spa environment
— Good price for 75 min treatment ($ 130); would prefer a 60 min option
— Lots of décolleté (neck/​shoulders) and arm massage during treatment
— Quiet
Cons
— Had some issues scheduling online when trying to change it – but was able to clear it up quickly over the phone with an assistant (and she apologized profusely)
— Small treatment room that felt a little cramped
— Not a full spa experience (no shower /​robes /​slippers for guests)
— Extraction was painful but anyone who’s done these knows that it is really uncomfortable regardless of who does it…
Bottom line: I will definitely be coming back, but probably for the 50 min treatment since I didn’t really need much time on extraction.
Place rating: 5
Burlingame, CA
Was in town on business and found this spa on Unilocal.There were many great reviews and I’d like to add to them. I called to set up an appointment and wanted to have one of the people highly rated in the Unilocal reviews. The person on the line rearranged the massage therapist schedule so I could have an appointment with Joe Viera. I was thankful for that gesture. Joe gave a great deep tissue massage, and checked in with me throughout about pressure and how I was doing. He worked out so many knots in my back and left me feeling so relaxed. If I am ever back in Boston this spa will be a place I stop by for sure.
Place rating: 2
Boston, MA
I was very disappointed. For the price, the ambiance, or lack of design of the reception room and the sloppy look of the staff was a let down the moment I walked in. I had a young woman for a 1.5 hour massage. There are some that have the gift of touch, others not, this woman was not skilled. It was as if she had ADD, no fluidity to her hand or strokes, and it was as if she were in a rush. I took the time to fill out a form, which no one reads, then tell her where my problem areas were and not to spend ¾ths of the time on my back, and she spent ¾ths of the time on my back. I was not able to just enjoy, because my attention was drawn, like mental static, to her jerky movements and worse, her feet in nubby socks.
Place rating: 3
Montréal, Canada
I got a massage and dermaplane. I was not very happy with the fact that I could hear another therapist chit chat in the room next to me the entire time during my massage– definitely more annoyed than relaxed. Although skilled and apologetic, the massage therapist seemed slightly rushed. The male receptionist did not seemed too concerned either. Better customer service and a more relaxing environment was expected. However, Dawn-​Michelle did a fantastic job on the dermaplane. She was warm, friendly and resourceful.
Place rating: 5
Malden, MA
I received a gift certificate to Etant. I really like it for several reasons:
–accessible by T
–they are friendly over the phone
–they were very accommodating while I struggled withy calendar over the phone.
— I love that my masseuse was bilingual, especially in my first language.
–the massage was wonderful and very professional.
I will definitely return again.
Place rating: 5
Brookline, MA
My boyfriend surprise me with a gift certificates, I had an integrative massage. It was excelent, I was with Fatima.
I recommend this place.
Place rating: 5
Boston, MA
came here for a massage the other week before the NYC marathon… fucking amazing amazing job!!! the pricing is absurd and way too expensive, but the massage was really great and it’s the south end, so i knew it was would really expensive.
i would highly recommend; it was peaceful and the therapist was highly skilled, professional, and friendly, and didn’t making annoying small talk for no reason but rather went off your cue whether or not you wanted to chat.
NOTE: massages are around 130 with tip.
Place rating: 5
Kingston, NH
Took my partner here for a duet massage and all I can say is WOW! David gave me a massage that was out of this world. Better than any in my 47 yrs.
Thank you Etant and David!
Place rating: 5
Manhattan, NY
I have been to Etant several times and always have my massages from Keith. Keith gives the most amazing massage I have ever had!!! I have traveled all over the country for work and been to many spas, nobody has compared to Etant, Keith and even the prices!!!
I find myself booking massages more often then ever before!!!
Place rating: 5
Waltham, MA
I had a facial here over the winter when my skin was very dry and scaly. The hydrating facial is wonderful and lasted for a long time. The spa is a very comfortable space and relaxing. I enjoyed my afternoon here and am going back soon. I forget how to pronounce the name so sometimes I have to look it up because I forget.
The other good thing is that they have good restaurants around this part of town so you can pretty much make a day of it.
Place rating: 4
Barrington, RI
Fatima has magical hands! My friend took me to etant for my 33rd birthday and it was a wonderfully relaxing spa experience. The staff is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and just plain good at what they do. The spa also has a very nice warm and calming vibe (unlike Bliss, for example, which provides excellent services, but is too bright and feels like a set from The Jetsons). My only complaint is that the rooms are on the cold side, and I actually had goosebumps until Fatima provided a blanket. Overall, an excellent experience and I am interested in going again soon for a massage or facial.
Place rating: 5
Somerville, MA
My girlfriend brought us here as a surprise for my birthday.
We received a couples massage and it was fantastic. It was extremely relaxing and I felt like jello leaving the place. Like a wet noodle, I tell ya!
Seriously, the therapists here know what they’re doing and do a FANTASTIC job. I will definitely love to come back here sooner than later! Need a massage? Go to étant!