Yu Spa

First time visiting Yu Spa and I had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, the place was clean, and the services were excellent. I went for a body scrub and massage, which included a facial and hair shampoo, and everything was incredibly relaxing and well done. One of my favorite parts was being able to use all of the amenities for two hours after my service—it really made the experience feel complete and unhurried. The hot tubs, sauna, and steam room were soothing and a perfect way to unwind and recharge. You do have to be completely nude in those areas, which took a little getting used to, but no one seems to care and it quickly feels normal. There are separate sections for men and women for these amenities, plus a co-ed clothed area where you can snack and relax. Overall, a very calming and stress-relieving experience. I’ll definitely be going back.

Absolutely amazing experience. The entire spa was incredibly clean, well-maintained, and surprisingly hygienic for a shared spa environment. Staff were constantly cleaning, towels were fresh, and all of the wet areas, saunas, and relaxation spaces felt spotless and well cared for. I felt comfortable and relaxed the entire time. Such a peaceful, rejuvenating experience. I left feeling completely refreshed and will definitely be back.

Yu Spa isn’t about luxury or high-end pampering, it’s about pure relaxation, great steam and sauna options, and impeccable cleanliness. Everything here is well-maintained, with staff constantly cleaning, which makes my experience even more enjoyable every time. What I love most is how much time I can spend here: sometimes 4 to 5 hours, fully unwinding in the variety of saunas, steam rooms, jacuzzi, and cold plunge. There’s something about staying long enough for your body to really release serotonin that makes the relaxation feel deep and lasting. And the vibe here allows for this type of relaxation. I’ve been to more elevated, luxury-focused spas, and consider myself a spa aficionado, and Yu Spa is the only spa in San Diego that lets you get this type of long spa day. I still have to try massage and scrub service, but I know what to expect: the vibe is very practical and very matter of fact here. Imagine, I spent 4.5 hours here without a service - just the use of the facilities! 😂 If you’re looking for a spot to truly reset, Yu Spa can be a great option.

I came just to use the facilities because I have a lumbar facet injury and the steam room sounded wonderful. It was my first time at a Korean spa and the staff and even all the other patrons were extremely kind and welcoming. The wet spa area was extremely clean and well-maintained, with workers coming through regularly to make sure everything was up to par. You do have to to be completely nude in that area (it is gender separated) so if that sounds like something that will make you uncomfortable, I would maybe skip that. They are strict about this. I personally was a lot more comfortable than I thought I would be. The jjimjbang was new to me, i enjoyed the heat from both the salt and clay saunas but found the clay room to be particularly warmer and more relaxing on the muscles. The cold room in the jjimjilbang was out of order which was a huge bummer, but that just means I will have to come back again to experience it! I will absolutely be back, and next time I will book a treatment.

Buckle up for a wild ride if you get their scrub! Highly recommend but you’re in for one. The women who work there are so nice and sweet. I absolutely love treating myself to a Yu Spa trip after a long week. Relaxing, clean, nice space.