Reviews for Shoji Spa & Retreat

Nov 2023

I stayed at the House of Earth and the cabin space was lovely! The soaks were everything I’d hoped they’d be and I loved the herbal tea offered as an add-on. Shoji made for a very restful getaway overall with friendly staff and a calm atmosphere. I hope to make it back someday for another visit!
Nov 2023

Shoji spa was so lovely! Let me start with getting there - this spa is relatively remote, but they’ve done a great job of placing signs along the side of the road to guide you to the right place. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. I did the 2 hour tub soak with tea service - with this you get to use the cold showers and sauna as well. Very worth the price
Nov 2023

We tried Shoji out for a birthday celebration (90 minute soak with access to the sauna and cold showers) and we were totally charmed. It advertises itself as "unpretentious," and as someone who is turned off by more hoity-toity spa environments, I found this place to be magical. I was originally disappointed that I couldn't book us a daytime appointment, but we ended up glad that we were there after dark to enjoy the nighttime ambiance and softly-lit trees. The staff were very gracious, although it's clear they have their work cut out for them because the reception area was not built to accommodate the high volume they are hosting. Yes, it was hopping, but we arrived...read full review

From Shoji Spa & Retreat

Shoji Spa & Retreat is a unique destination spa nestled on a mountainside minutes from the vibrancy of downtown Asheville. Along with traditional Japanese bathing and soaking in completely private outdoor salt tubs, guests enjoy spa-style showers, first-class massage therapy, nature setting and sounds, locally sourced spa products – including CBD salves, local, handcrafted signature soaps, apparel, totes and more. Guests don a Japanese Yukata (cotton robe) and sandals before retiring to their private hot tub overlooking the National Forest.

Hours

Monday: 9AM - 8PM
Tuesday: 12 - 8PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 8PM
Thursday: 9AM - 8PM
Friday: 9AM - 10PM
Saturday: 9AM - 10PM
Sunday: 9AM - 8PM

Tips

by appointment only all staff fully vaccinated accepts credit cards private lot parking free wi-fi wheelchair accessible gender-neutral restrooms women-owned open to all parking, private soaking sheila scott massage hot tubs scenic views saunas takes reservations