Immersion Spa

Overview

• What it is: Immersion Spa is an upscale, Aveda-concept Korean day spa in Palo Alto that blends traditional Korean spa treatments with modern American luxury amenities.
• Overall atmosphere and experience: The facility emphasizes an amenity-centric, restorative experience — a calm, naturally lit urban oasis with gender-separated spa areas where guests rotate between hot and cold therapies, saunas, steam, soaking pools and treatment rooms. The spa focuses on detoxification, relaxation, and skin rejuvenation through heat, salt, herbal infusions and professional treatments.

Features & Amenities

• Hot jacuzzi / high-pressure jet hot tub for muscle relaxation
• Ice plunge / 40° chiller pool for recovery, skin stimulation and pore tightening
• Eucalyptus-infused steam room for respiratory relief
• Herbally infused dry sauna (Korean herb blend) for digestion and insomnia aid
• Himalayan Salt Room (women) — salt-brick rimmed, heated to ~120°F for mineral/ion-rich sauna benefits
• Jade Room (men) and Red Clay Room (men) — specialty heated rooms with traditional materials
• Gender-separated amenity areas (wet areas and saunas)
• Naturally lit spaces (skylight dome) and advanced water filtration for soft, clean water
• Robes, towels and flip-flops provided; swimsuits optional in amenity areas
• Amenities access included with many treatments and available via day/spa passes or memberships

Services

• Korean Body Scrubs (Akasuri / Silky Scrub) — exfoliation performed with mitts to remove dead skin
• Massages (Deep Tissue, Swedish, Shiatsu, Fusion — spa signature blend) including couples massages
• Full treatment packages (Pure Bliss, Goddess, Executive, Black Tie variants) combining scrubs, wraps, massages, facials and scalp treatments
• Body wraps (CocoMango, Lavender Mint, Seaweed, Gold Ginseng) and collagen/face masque add-ons
• Spa passes / day access to hot/cold pools, steam, saunas and specialty rooms
• Treatment series & gift cards (multi-session packages that do not expire)
• Membership plans including recurring amenity access and free treatments

Pricing

• Representative treatment pricing: many single treatments and massages are listed at roughly $95–$240 depending on length and package. Common pricing examples found on the site:
  • Massage 55 min: $130; 85 min: $180
  • Silky Scrub 25 min: $95; Silky Scrub Plus 55 min: $130
  • Pure Bliss (85 min): $180
  • Couples 55 min: $260; 85 min: $360
• Spa / Day Pass: stated on the site as $45 (fee waived with a treatment). Note: an earlier site note mentioned $30 in one article — check the spa directly if the pass price is critical.
• Membership plans:
  • 3 Month: $1,200 (six free 55-min treatments + 20% off services/products)
  • 6 Month: $2,100 (twelve free 55-min treatments + 20% off)
  • 12 Month: $3,600 (twenty-four free 55-min treatments + 20% off)
  • Membership benefits include unlimited amenity access, free treatments (up to amounts listed), and product discounts; terms and exclusions apply.
• Treatment series & multi-session pricing (examples): Series of five (55m) $617.50; series of ten (85m) $1,620. Prices and packages vary — see booking links for details.

Location & Hours

• Address: 3990 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA
• Phone: +1 650 855 9080
• Email: info@immersionspa.com
• Operating hours (as listed):
  • Monday–Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday–Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Closed: Christmas and Thanksgiving
• Booking: Online booking available; guests are asked to arrive 15–30 minutes early (30–45 minutes for scrubs to pre-soak).

Notes

• What makes this spa special:
  • First Aveda-concept Korean spa in the Bay Area — blends traditional Korean jimjilbang-style therapies with luxury Western spa elements.
  • Distinctive specialty rooms (Himalayan Salt Room, Jade Room, Red Clay Room) and curated herbal infusions create targeted wellness effects (detox, respiratory relief, metabolism/energy benefits).
  • Emphasis on an amenity-centric experience: guests are encouraged to rotate between heated and cold environments for detoxification and recovery.
  • Advanced water filtration and natural light (skylight dome) enhance guest comfort and skin-friendly conditions.
  • Flexible offerings for casual visitors (day passes, a la carte services) and frequent users (memberships with free treatments and discounts).
• Policies & safety highlights: age 18+ for amenity use, no use with open wounds/pregnancy/serious health issues, gender-separated wet areas, strict etiquette (no photography, limited phone use), and a 24-hour cancellation policy to avoid fees.

For the most current prices, hours and booking availability, check the spa’s website or call the front desk before your visit.