Athena Spa at Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo

"Athena Spa is the place for true relaxation! From the moment the massage starts, inhaling lavender essential oil, stress melts away. Mary gives her full attention while stretching and kneading the muscles. Hot stones and towels help to soothe sore muscles. The atmosphere makes you feel special and you can take your time, unlike many spas that are crowded. I am feeling much better in my body and getting more restful sleep days after the massage. Highly recommend."

"Had my first massage ever here. It was very very relaxing. The masseuse, Mary, was very attentive and responsive to feedback (increase\decrease pressure or towels too hot or cold). The atmosphere was very calm and serene. I got a 60 minute massage, but I felt like it lasted longer in the best way, even though it was truly an hour long. It's relaxing to the point that you lose track of time. I would definitely go again and would recommend it to all!"

"Great hotel experience with a nice courtyard and pool access. Excellent restaurant Old Camp serves scratch bar food that punches above its weight for a hotel bar, exceeding expectations in food quality and service. Don't miss the house tiramisu for dessert. We stayed here with kids and enjoyed the separate bedroom setup in the rooms. It worked for us as a basecamp for our family vacation, a quiet oasis halfway between Disneyland and the Pacific Ocean."

"I made an appointment here for a Sunday early afternoon and was able to get in with no issues. Everyone was welcoming and nice, and the environment was clean. My massage was a full 60 minutes - they didn't do the whole 10 minutes for changing before/after the treatment, which is unusual because most chain massage businesses do this, but this was noticed and appreciated. They incorporated aromatherapy throughout as well. Their prices are comparable to other spas in the area. I would go again and recommend their services! *I was not staying at the hotel but live in the area so you don't have to be staying here to utilize the services."

"We stumbled upon this spa in Mission Viejo and decided to give it a try for their couples massage experience. From the moment we walked in, we were impressed by how clean the clean facilities were and I enjoyed the faint smell of eucalyptus and lavender in the entry area. The massage itself was top notch and left me feeling like a wet noodle by the end. I recommend the CBD oil treatment add-on for some extra relaxation. The staff was great and very accommodating to our specific needs. If you get a chance to experience the steam/shower after your massage I also highly recommend that experience as well. It will make you wish you had such a luxurious shower in your home! I highly recommend giving this spa a try. You won't be disappointed."