Do not be fooled by the word 'spa'. The nail treatment area is a hallway with cracked walls, no windows (basement), poor light, and an old rug in the middle. No music. Stuffy atmosphere.
The positions that the therapist has to take to provide the pedicure service are circus-like: you're sat on an old sofa, and her on a chair in front of you. A towel on the carpet, and there we go. No feet soaking, no pedicure done. At some point the therapist kneels on the floor to get that nail polish applied - that can't be in any way spa-like, not to mention comfortable. The manicure tables are filthy.
I got the Gelish. Ended up with top coat all over my toe. Plus a big cut under the toe nail because of the therapist filing too hard. There is no proper manicure done, it's more of a nail polish application, without much nail care prior to it. My cuticles are very much like they were before the appointment.
Very disappointed, will never go back there again.
I was looking for a present for my other half and booked Moroccan Rose Ritual for two - very happy with my choice. Everything was spot on. Very welcoming staff, very clean, treatment was for two hours - very happy with. We also used spa facilities - very happy with our Spa day. Drinking water and spa robes, towels and slippers were provided. I will recommend anyone who is looking for a couple experience - just perfect present. I would love to thank those who made our day so enjoyable.
My eyelash extensions were very patiently applied and took just under two hours. My quiet time to relax was very much respected - we had a fair balance of chat and silence for me to just close my eyes and relax. The extensions are exactly what I asked for - a very natural look and the Athenaeum Spa was perfect for what I wanted. Definitely coming back here for my infills (especially with the loyalty card).