Went here with my bridesmaids a month before my wedding for the first time in the summer and had to go back for my birthday (free lunch and gift) with a gift card. Eating lunch in a plush white robe!! What else do you need? The staff were very friendly, especially in the restaurant, front desk and change rooms. The ambiance is great, most spas are outside the city to preserve that "retreat feeling", but when you are sitting in the water therapy room you forget that you are in the heart of Toronto. It is very expensive though (just like most spa's)

The first time I went for a massage @ Elmwood was about 12 years ago... before the great new renovations made it very Thai and modern and larger. The massage was the best I've ever had and I have been a semi-regular customer ever since. The massage here is fantastic, relaxing and the team is great. Two I would suggest (though they are hard to book) are Cai and Lester... both geniuses!

Elmwood also offers free water therapies with any massage - bring your bathing suit - they will provide robes, locker, and rubber slippers for your use. They have hot tub and steam rooms - both co-ed and grrls only - which will relax you and prepare your muscles for the massage. (Oh and in the shower, try the yellow shower gel - its so heavenly I have it at home!)

Best message I've ever had! My friend and I both went for the Swedish Massage, and the lady was incredibly helpful and giving me advice on how to keep myself relaxed during stressful times! She really took out all the knots in my shoulders, despite it hurting just a little.
The facility was also amazing. I loved the small pool they had available! It's a perfect place to go with your girlfriends when you feel like splurging. Definite must try!