KOSA Wellness Spa & Retreat 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI 53704

"Absolutely wonderful. A truly thought out space with good energy and good people running it. Easy to feel comfortable and at home. The teas and services were amazing. It’s worth noting that the 45 minute Abhyanga massage (amazing) ends up being about 30 minutes after the warm foot soak :)"

"From my first greeting at Kosa Spa I felt the warmth and kindness of the staff. The location is gorgeous, very comfortable, very beautiful, you can feel that a lot of thought and love went into the design of the space. I booked an Indian head massage w Lisa M and she had lovely energy. The massage was therapeutic and I recommend her services! Afterwards I had time to enjoy a book, lounge and to order a bowl of kitcheri and a golden milk - both were super tasty and very nourishing. If you’re looking for a place to help replenish your energy during a Wisconsin winter, this place will give you life. It is clear that everyone there has a nurturing energy and they genuinely want you to feel at home. Time spent at Kosa is time to connect back to your own energy and to restore vitality with the services they offer. Thank you all for your skill, hospitality and kindness! I highly recommend "

"I want to start off by saying that Angela did a great job and this review does not reflect her skills or experience. This was the first time I have treated myself to a massage/facial so it was a big deal for me and something I had been looking forward to for a long time. I went back and forth for weeks on whether to book because it was such a splurge but I convinced myself it would be worth it, especially with all the great reviews. The main issue I experienced was the noise in the next room over. There was constant door slamming/banging every 5-10 minutes that made it extremely hard to relax. This lasted the full 2hrs I was getting my massage and facial. I am guessing this was atypical given there is no mention of this in any other review, but it is still disappointing since I left less relaxed than when I came in. Other than that, the staff was kind/courteous and I appreciated the overall ambiance and warm welcome."

"I’ve been coming to Kosa for the past couple of years and absolutely love this place! As a queer person of color, I have felt so welcomed (my partner has too when we have done the spa together sessions). The staff all go above and beyond to make sure you feel safe and calm during your visit. One thing I’ll mention to keep in mind, especially if you’re someone who gets a lot of massages like I do, Kosa is a premium experience so you are getting what you pay for and this is why this spa is a premium price. You are not just in and out like you would be at a chain or more corporate spa. After you change into your robe, someone greets you with tea, there is infused water, snacks, beautiful furniture to lounge, fountains, a meditation space, etc. During your actual service they don’t skimp on product, they use a lot of oil and tailor the oils to your dosha, even the linens on the massage table are premium quality and so soft. And after your service, you aren’t just shuffled out like most places, you get to relax in the beautiful sanctuary. There’s books and magazines that rotate every so often or your can even just go back to the locker room and grab your phone and just chill for a bit. And if you change your mind, like I have on occasion, the staff will absolutely make you some chai or golden milk if you request. After you relax and you’re ready to leave, you can take a nice steaming shower and use their locally made bath products (I personally love the lotions). When you’re finally “ready” to leave the check-out process is seamless, I love that gratuity is included so I don’t have to overthink it. Overall, would highly recommend this hidden gem at Garver whether you’re treating yourself for a premium experience every once in a while or if you’re a fellow massage-lover like I am, Kosa is where you can be healed ❤️"

"My husband and I were completely blown away by the level of intentionality given from the moment we entered Kosa until our time there came to an end. We thought the emphasis on Ayurvedic practices are such a crucial part in making this experience so exceptionally unique and personal. I LOVE that every herb, tea, aromatherapy, food and oil used is specifically geared towards supporting your system in the current season. We did the personal retreat consisting of a 1 hour of hot to cold: steam room, rain shower, sauna ritual followed by food and drink offered in the sanctuary lounge. We loved the turmeric latte and delicious Khichdi. The meal option changes regularly and I highly recommend staying for this part. It was really amazing to feel nourished on so many different levels. Needless to say, we are feeling incredibly refreshed and inspired by our time at Kosa. We look forward to our next visit with some spa services! If you haven’t experienced Kosa yet, I hope you can make time for it this year. It’s truly transformative!"