90-Minute Aroma Oil Massage plus 20′ min Free Fish Pedi

The unusual treat here comes at the end: after a 90-minute full-body aroma oil massage, you place your feet in warm water while small fish gently work over the skin. It is a curious, lighthearted finish to a serious spell of rest in central Athens.

I like the generous treatment time and the simple comfort of complimentary towels and slippers. I also like the small booking limit of two people, which makes this better suited to a couple or two friends than to a noisy group. The main consideration is price: at $146.87 per person, this is a costly spa break, especially since drinks are not included.

Key points to know before booking

• A full 90-minute massage: The main treatment uses essential oils mixed with a carrier oil and focuses on the areas you want addressed.
• A 20-minute fish pedicure: Warm water and small fish provide a gentle, unusual foot treatment at no extra charge.
• Two-hour escape: The timing gives you a real pause from Athens sightseeing rather than a quick chair massage.
• Central meeting point: You meet at Karori 23, Athina 105 51, with public transportation nearby.
• Two-person maximum: This works well for a pair, and some packages may provide private use of the spa area for the booked period.
• Named therapists: Penelope and Riechel are specifically praised for their massage work and calm manner.

A calm break at Karori 23

Athens can wear you down in a pleasant way. You walk uphill to the Acropolis, cross hot squares, climb museum steps, and keep going because there is always one more ancient site around the corner. This treatment gives you two hours to stop.

The spa is at Karori 23 in central Athens. You return to the same place after the treatment, so there is no second meeting point to find and no transfer to arrange. The area is near public transportation, which helps if your hotel is outside the center.

Opening hours run daily from noon to 9 p.m. That gives you useful choices. Book early in the afternoon if you want a break before dinner, or choose an evening appointment after sightseeing. Since the experience is often reserved well ahead, with bookings averaging 85 days in advance, I would not leave this until your final day in Athens.

The booking is limited to two people. That matters. You can plan it as a quiet couple’s outing or as a shared break with a friend. It is not designed for a large birthday group or a full tour bus.

The 90-minute aroma oil massage

The massage is the heart of the experience, and the long appointment is its strongest feature. Ninety minutes allows the therapist to work through your whole body without treating the clock like an emergency.

The treatment is performed on bare skin, using essential oils blended into a carrier oil such as sweet almond, apricot kernel, or grapeseed oil. You can indicate which areas deserve more attention. That is useful after a day of walking, when your feet and legs may need more care than your shoulders, or after carrying luggage, when your back and neck may feel tight.

The massage combines pressure with scented oils. The oils come from concentrated plant essences, including flowers, fruit, seeds, leaves, and bark. The practical appeal is easy to understand: the hands provide the physical treatment, while the aroma adds a softer, more restful element.

You should tell the therapist what kind of pressure you prefer. The available comments point to Penelope as an accommodating therapist who helped one customer relax so fully that sleep followed at the end. Riechel is also singled out for specialist massage skills. Specific therapist requests may not always be guaranteed, but these names are useful to know when arranging your appointment.

Do not expect a medical treatment or a replacement for professional care. The spa presents aromatherapy as a way to reduce stress, refresh the body, support circulation, and encourage general well-being. Think of it as a relaxation service designed to help you feel better after sightseeing, not as a cure for an injury or illness.

The massage may also suit you if you dislike rushed spa appointments. A short treatment can feel like a sample. Here, the pace should allow time to settle in, work through the body, and let the oils and pressure do their work. The tradeoff is that some people may find 90 minutes of massage too long, especially if they prefer firmer or more active treatments.

Warm water and the complimentary fish pedicure

After the massage, the experience shifts from traditional bodywork to something much more unusual. For 20 minutes, you place your feet in warm water and let hundreds of small fish gently attend to the skin.

The fish pedicure has roots in the Middle East and Far East, according to the spa’s description. Its appeal is partly practical and partly playful. The fish remove surface skin, leaving your feet feeling soft, while the warm water creates a calm finish to the appointment.

The sensation is gentle, though it may feel strange for the first few moments. If you are curious about fish spas, this is a convenient way to try one because the 20-minute treatment is included rather than charged as an extra. If you already know that the idea of fish touching your feet bothers you, the massage remains the main event, but you should confirm available alternatives before booking.

The fish treatment is not a conventional nail pedicure. There is no promise of polish, nail shaping, or a full salon service. The benefit is soft skin and the novelty of the experience. That distinction matters when comparing this package with a standard beauty treatment.

The pedicure also gives the visit a clear ending. You move from the deeper relaxation of the massage to a lighter, more memorable foot treatment. It is an unusual story to take home from Athens, even if the Acropolis is still the main subject of your holiday photographs.

What the two-hour visit feels like

The experience lasts about two hours in total: 90 minutes for the aroma oil massage and 20 minutes for the fish pedicure, with the remaining time allowing for transitions. Towels and slippers are provided, which saves you from packing extra spa clothing or worrying about wet feet afterward.

The setting is described as a spa with massage, fish treatment, sauna, and a quiet atmosphere. The booking information specifically includes the massage and fish pedicure, while one package description in the available feedback also refers to sauna use. Because the exact package details can vary, I would confirm sauna access when booking rather than assume it is part of this particular price.

The atmosphere appears to be one of the experience’s strongest points. The treatment is meant to give you a quiet break, and the booking limit keeps the scale small. One detailed account describes the whole spa area being available to the pair for the two-hour period, followed by new customers arriving near the end. That suggests a private-feeling visit may be possible, but you should check the exact arrangement for your date and package.

Small hospitality touches can make a difference after a long day. The available feedback describes cold tea before the massage and hot tea afterward. Drinks are not included in the formal package, so treat tea as something that may be offered by the spa rather than a guaranteed feature.

Is $146.87 per person good value?

At $146.87 per person, this is not a budget massage. You are paying for a 90-minute full-body treatment, the fish pedicure, the central location, and the convenience of a ready-made two-hour package. Towels and slippers are included, but drinks are not.

The value improves if you want both treatments. A separate 90-minute massage plus a fish spa session could cost more and would require arranging two services. Here, the unusual foot treatment is built into the visit, and you can plan the entire break around one appointment.

The value is weaker if you want only a basic massage. In that case, the fish pedicure may feel like an add-on you would not have chosen, and the total price may seem high compared with other massage options in Athens. You should also consider how much time you have. If your itinerary is packed with ancient sites and ferry connections, spending two hours in a spa may not suit you, even if the treatment itself sounds appealing.

For a special occasion, the price is easier to justify. A couple can use the appointment as a shared pause in the middle of a busy city trip. The two-person limit avoids the impersonal feel of a large group booking, and the fish pedicure gives the experience a memorable twist.

Who will enjoy this Athens spa break?

I would point this treatment toward you if you have spent several days walking through Athens and want a proper reset. The 90-minute duration is long enough to feel substantial, and the full-body format lets you ask for attention where sightseeing has taken its toll.

It also suits couples and friends who want to do something together without joining another group. The maximum of two people keeps the booking intimate. If you are arranging a birthday, anniversary, or post-sightseeing treat, the fish pedicure adds a fun detail beyond the usual massage.

You may also like it if you are curious about aromatherapy. The oils are not just a scented room feature. They are worked into the massage through a carrier oil, with the treatment aimed at relaxation and circulation.

I would think twice if you want a medical massage, a sports massage, or a beauty pedicure with polish. Those services are not described here. I would also reconsider if you dislike fish treatments, since the free pedicure is a central part of the package rather than a minor foot soak.

The service appears suitable for most people, but the information does not list detailed medical restrictions or oil-allergy guidance. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition, or react to essential oils, ask the spa before booking and explain your needs clearly.

Practical planning for your appointment

The meeting point is Karori 23, Athina 105 51, Greece. Your return point is the same location. A mobile ticket is provided, and confirmation is received at the time of booking.

Daily hours are noon to 9 p.m. This is helpful for planning around museum visits, but remember that a late appointment may finish close to closing time. Allow enough time to reach the spa without arriving breathless. A massage is a poor place to recover from a last-minute dash across town.

The treatment is available from August 12, 2015 through December 31, 2026, with appointments offered Monday through Sunday. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and the cut-off follows local Athens time.

The maximum is two people per booking and two people on the activity. That makes the experience easy to plan for a pair, but it may require separate arrangements for a larger group.

Should you book the aroma massage and fish spa?

Book it if you want a long, quiet massage in central Athens and find the fish pedicure appealing. The 90-minute treatment is generous, the two-person limit keeps the mood calm, and the spa’s daily opening hours make it easy to fit around sightseeing.

I would skip it if you want the cheapest massage in town, a full nail pedicure, or a treatment with a medical purpose. At $146.87 per person, it earns its price through the length, the combined services, and the unusual fish spa finish. For a pair looking for a restful break with a bit of Greek holiday eccentricity, it is a sensible splurge.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately two hours. It includes a 90-minute full-body aroma oil massage and a complimentary 20-minute fish pedicure.

Where does the activity start and finish?

The activity starts at Karori 23, Athina 105 51, Greece, and ends back at the same meeting point.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the 90-minute full-body aroma oil massage, the complimentary 20-minute fish pedicure, towels, and slippers.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are not included in the stated package, although tea may be offered by the spa.

How many people can join the booking?

A maximum of two people can be included in each booking, and the activity has a maximum of two participants.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations and changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted.