Gryphon’s Roost Spa & Gallery

I have been to the Gryphons Roost a half dozen times and have always had a fantastic experience. My favorite «quickie» package is 30 minutes in the hot tub and then an hour massage. The hot tub is outdoors on a private deck. High in the hills and surrounded by very mature trees, you can see a panorama of downtown, but they can’t see you. Fantastic. It is so relaxing. The facilities are very clean and they have the absolute best massage therapist around. Forget the big hotels. This is the place to go!

We booked services at Gryphon’s Roost for my sister’s bachelorette party. I had been here years ago, and had one of the best massages of my life, so I was looking forward to returning.
Gryphon’s Roost is also an art gallery – so remember that when you book. It is not the traditional «spa environment», it has artistic character and a very raw feel. But that is something I really appreciate about the place, it is very unique. We entered through the gallery and filled out some quick paperwork. It was a nice time to look at the art, products and gifts, Brian was very helpful and nice. Three of us booked the Herbal Sensation package and our fourth did the Herbal Unwind Package.
From the gallery, we went downstairs into the shower/​changing room, there were some updated amenities and they have single changing areas. Right outside is their hot tub and dry sauna. We had a cool, drizzly day, but it was a nice touch as we sat in the hot tub. It wasn’t the newest and most updated tub, but it was perfect for what we were looking for. You can look out over the tops of the hills and enjoy the nature. The dry sauna was wonderful, it has beautiful stained glass windows.
After a half-​hour in the hot tub and sauna, we were led upstairs into the treatment area. Just to give an idea – they have one big «couples massage room» in the back, and then a large space in the front where they curtain off two tables/​spaces. My sister and I were in the couple’s room together, which worked just fine for us. But for anyone who is booking a larger party, and wants more privacy, maybe double check that you have a single room. Also, voices and noise does carry, between the curtains and couple’s room, so keep that in mind if you are sensitive to noises during your treatment.
All of our massages were wonderful, the staff is very skilled. There were a couple of therapists that were heavy breathers, for different reasons, which is okay with me. It reminds me to breathe! But again, if you are sensitive to sound during you massage, then you can visit about that during the booking process. I really enjoyed my wrap, I was very relaxed, they wrap you in warm towels and an insulated pad. However, if you are claustrophobic at all, this would not be the treatment for you. One of our girls felt a little too confined and restricted, you are definitely wrapped up like a burrito. But they have many other package combinations you could book instead, which I’m sure are wonderful.
Collectively, we had a good experience. I would say be very attuned to your personal preferences, it is not a generic place at all. You’re not going to walk in and get a «one-​size-​fits-​all» massage or treatment. I felt many of the therapists were more in tune with energy work and how to create a deeper sense of wellness for your body. If any of that makes you uncomfortable, than it may not be the best fit. But if you want a solid service with a touch of uniqueness and character – this is the place for you!