They are not good in following through with reservations. We had been calling for weeks before our visit to reserve some massages. They told us to keep calling and we did... but in the end - they didn't put us on any kind of list and just said that they filled up for the weekend. They should implement a better... More

loved d location and d array of courses that they have in d offing. we thot of taking some massages as well during our short visit..but, heard that one has to book a day or so in advance! would love to go back and stay there for some courses and massages! More

Situated in one of the most beautiful places on earth, Esalen is potentially life-changing, never boring, and more than a travel destination to be compared to others in that category. It is a school, a retreat, a center for holistic health, meeting place and still point of a turning world that has earned visits from a broad array of travelers,... More

Loved the grounds and surroundings located on cliffs overlooking the ocean. Enjoyed the sound of the waves all day and night long. Stayed in private room with bath. Very basic. Food was fresh, organic and delicious. Met many interesting people in the communal dining room from many different walks of life. Most of all loved the sense of community and... More

My wife and I came here for our one year anniversary. We travelled 12 hours to visit after hearing how amazing the massages and location are. The property is beautiful, but these people are very disorganized. After booking massages for my wife and I two months in advance we arrived to soak in the coed hot springs prior to our... More

Everything is fabulous! The baths, the gardens, the food, the very special aura of the place. More

Workshop weekend at Esalen. Stunning setting. Delicious organic fare. room overlooking the sea-booked private premium room with own bathroom. Comfortable bed-simple decor. massage one if the mist unique sessions that healed all over-overlooking the pacific. hot springs tubs very popular and yes everyone is naked which to an East coaster is a bit of an adjustment. There are many devotees... More

This was my second visit to Esalen. Went there earlier this month for a weekend seminar. Again, such a wonderful experience. The natural sulfer hot tubs on the ocean cliff are amazing. Watched otters and the every-changing views of the Pacific ocean. If you go, must get a massage! They are amazing, especially as you soak inthe hot tubs both... More

I can hardly describe Esalen. We went for a late afternoon massage. Started in the bathhouse, which is down a dirt road overlooking the ocean. There are 2 sides to the bathhouse: quiet and silent. The quiet side is open-air, and the silent is indoor with glass walls facing the ocean. There is a changing area, and across from that... More