The Cocoa Spa
The Cocoa Spa
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Located in the heart of downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea California, a quaint cottage sits tucked away along Dolores St near 7th, where the purple leaves of The Cocoa Spa mark the entrance into a magical world. Once across the threshold freshly hand-ground chocolates, drinks, and mousse can be savored, and the silken skin care lines sampled. For those guests who schedule cocoa facials, massage, and
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JonSCalifornia
Carmel, CA84 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2016
Hidden in a Comstock fairytale building behind the courtyard of The Tuck Box on Dolores St north of 7th Ave is a wonderful place that sells cocoa-based skin care products produced by the owner and her oncologist life partner, She also offers massage and esthetician services by appointment; plus handmade chocolate truffles. An experience not to be missed!
Written 23 October 2016
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Joanna Woodward
Dronfield, UK9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2016 • Friends
Myself and my friend were on a very long road trip, and after 300 miles this spa was a fantastic way to relax. Maren and her team are very friendly and made us feel very welcome. The massages we had were excellent. Lovely service, lovely people, lovely surroundings. I can't recommend this spa highly enough.
Written 18 October 2016
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Thank you Joanna! It was our pleasure to pamper you with a little chocolate and a place to rest after your journey! It was fun talking with you guys and learning more of your adventures and life back home! You are always welcome to sit in for a glass of wine or some chocolate anytime! Here's to your safe travels!
Written 20 October 2016
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ChautauquaNY
Buffalo, NY211 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2016 • Couples
My husband and I were visiting Carmel and we stumbled across the Cocoa Spa! The place is amazing! The building is actually the famous architect Comstock's original workshop and it was like walking into a fairytale. The outdoor succulent garden was magical. My husband received a wonderful massage in the outdoor spa room and he was in bliss for days. I opted for an amazing facial treatment which included a hand painted chocolate mask. My skin has never looked or felt better. I purchased a few of their signature skin care products and I wish there was a Cocoa in western New York! The owner was a delightful woman and goes by "The Chocolate Lady." A great experience!
Written 15 September 2016
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Thank you for the kind review! It is so nice to know your experiences surpassed what you'd imagined... the little cottage seems to have whimsical magic of its own, and we enjoy sharing it with everyone who walks in the door! Please be sure to stop by when you're in town again!
Written 20 October 2016
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holger458
Pebble Beach, CA7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2016 • Friends
We had friends visiting this week for all of the Carmel festivals and after playing a few rounds of golf my friend and I decided to try the new Cocoa Spa for a massage. My wife had a facial there earlier in the week and highly recommended it. Bob and I were amazed that there was a huge hidden succulent garden in the middle of Delores St. The massages were amazing and the chocolate was amazing. The therapist was as nice as could be and the owner "The Chocolate Lady" was a great host and made us feel like part of the family. I will return again for sure.
Written 23 August 2016
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Hi Holger! I am so glad you enjoyed your visit with us... Please let us know when you're making a return to the area and we will be sure to have something special for you both to taste :-) Maren
Written 25 August 2016
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