After various visits to Santa Barbara County's only casino, Chumash Casino, I was ready to explore more of the resort's features. For my sister's surprise 40th birthday, I figured this would be the perfect escape to discover zen. While I love the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa and Ritz Carlton Bacara, the Chumash was almost half the cost. Upon booking a spa service (nails, massage, etc), you are able to utilize the spa area during their hours of 10 am - 6 pm--similar to an all day pass.The spa appears to have been recently updated with some pleasant features. Each female and male locker rooms have showers, steam room and sauna. There are all the toiletry necessities... read full review
August 2023
I would have given 5 stars for my massage and the therapist. I took away a star for the staff at the spa. I went in an hour early to confirm my appointment time and see if I needed to know anything in advance and was sent away with no information other than a time to return for my services. When I came back I was given a tour which revealed a lovely sauna and steam room with an outdoor mineral spring pool. As my appointment went until after 5 I only had about 30 minutes to enjoy the amenities before getting ready for my dinner reservation. As I handed over almost $300 I explained to the receptionist that I didn't realize in advance what the spa had to offer and was... read full review
August 2023
After various visits to Santa Barbara County's only casino, Chumash Casino, I was ready to explore more of the resort's features. For my sister's surprise 40th birthday, I figured this would be the perfect escape to discover zen. While I love the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa and Ritz Carlton Bacara, the Chumash was almost half the cost. Upon booking a spa service (nails, massage, etc), you are able to utilize the spa area during their hours of 10 am - 6 pm--similar to an all day pass. The spa appears to have been recently updated with some pleasant features. Each female and male locker rooms have showers, steam room and sauna. There are all the toiletry necessities... read full review
After various visits to Santa Barbara County's only casino, Chumash Casino, I was ready to explore more of the resort's features. For my sister's surprise 40th birthday, I figured this would be the perfect escape to discover zen. While I love the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa and Ritz Carlton Bacara, the Chumash was almost half the cost. Upon booking a spa service (nails, massage, etc), you are able to utilize the spa area during their hours of 10 am - 6 pm--similar to an all day pass.The spa appears to have been recently updated with some pleasant features. Each female and male locker rooms have showers, steam room and sauna. There are all the toiletry necessities... read full review
I would have given 5 stars for my massage and the therapist. I took away a star for the staff at the spa. I went in an hour early to confirm my appointment time and see if I needed to know anything in advance and was sent away with no information other than a time to return for my services. When I came back I was given a tour which revealed a lovely sauna and steam room with an outdoor mineral spring pool. As my appointment went until after 5 I only had about 30 minutes to enjoy the amenities before getting ready for my dinner reservation. As I handed over almost $300 I explained to the receptionist that I didn't realize in advance what the spa had to offer and was... read full review
After various visits to Santa Barbara County's only casino, Chumash Casino, I was ready to explore more of the resort's features. For my sister's surprise 40th birthday, I figured this would be the perfect escape to discover zen. While I love the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa and Ritz Carlton Bacara, the Chumash was almost half the cost. Upon booking a spa service (nails, massage, etc), you are able to utilize the spa area during their hours of 10 am - 6 pm--similar to an all day pass. The spa appears to have been recently updated with some pleasant features. Each female and male locker rooms have showers, steam room and sauna. There are all the toiletry necessities... read full review