étant, A Spa for Well Being

Hands down, the absolute best spa in boston (and the best ownership). I’ve been here many many times for many things but today my husband and I came here for a couples massage (his first massage in 47 years!) and we had the best most relaxing hour, both leaving like jelly. They turned him into a massage believer! I would never go anywhere else!

I booked a group massage for four people, and it was a disaster. Three of us had female therapists, while I was assigned a male therapist. Despite specifically asking him to focus on my shoulders and feet, he spent half the time on my glutes (to put it politely). I'm latina, and even I was too uncomfortable to say anything in the moment, but it was easily the worst massage of my life. To top it off, he asked to massage my scalp at the end. I said yes, but he proceeded to pull my hair so hard I just laid there with my eyes wide open, praying for it to end. It was a nightmare. Out of the four of us, only the person who got a Swedish massage (my boyfriend) was satisfied. The rest of us booked deep tissue and were let down; the others found theirs too soft, while mine was, well, let's just say he really leaned into the glute work. I truly regret spending nearly a thousand dollars here. To make matters worse, I lost an earring during the 'hair pulling' ordeal, and the spa claims they haven't found it, so I lost my diamond earring that I truly loved. It was traumatizing.

Etant was highly recommended to me by a family member and I'm so happy I had an opportunity to get a treatment last week. I got a facial from Daz (at 35 weeks pregnant) and I'm already trying to squeeze in at least one more before I go into labor. I wish I had found her months sooner - she was able to identify and make suggestions for all of the skin issues I've been having throughout my pregnancy and the facial treatment she gave me was exactly what I was hoping for. She was professional yet super friendly and personable. We chatted almost the whole time and she made me feel super comfortable and relaxed. I can't wait to return!

This is a charming spot with a lovely ambiance. While a bit of noise from the hallway occasionally drifted in, the overall experience was wonderful. My therapist, Jackie, was exceptionally knowledgeable; she incorporated unique techniques I hadn’t experienced before, making for a deeply soothing and relaxing session.

We had the best experience! I have come a few times now for an individual massage and finally got my husband to come with me for a couples massage and it was amazing. So relaxing and both of our message therapists were very comfortable, attentive, and skilled! Would highly recommend.

What a magical experience for a postpartum mama! Slava worked his magic and the entire massage was perfect for the aching body; what a perfect birthday gift! I so appreciated the extra attention/care given specific to my postpartum needs. I can't wait until my next one 🙂

I had a wonderful experience with Lori on my first visit here, after a far-too-long hiatus on my body care routines. I booked a deep tissue with her same-day, easily done online. Not only was the massage incredibly nurturing and considered (had both intensity and care) but she was really knowledgeable and a joy overall. Grateful for the experience and looking forward to going back. (: