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Haven

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150 Mercer St., New York, NY 10012
nr. Prince St. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-343-3515 Send to Phone

Reader Rating:
6.5 out of 10
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2 Reviews | Write a Review
Type: Spa
Services: Manicure/Pedicure, Skincare & Facials

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Official Website

havensoho.com

Hours

Mon-Wed and Fri, 11am-7pm; Thu, 11am-9pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-6pm

Nearby Subway Stops

N, R, W at Prince St.; 6 at Bleecker St.; B, D, F, V at Broadway-Lafayette St.

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Profile

This tranquil day spa sits a few steps below bustling Mercer Street but—living up to its name—it makes clients feel like they’ve left the city entirely. A spacious lobby leads to a long, softly-lit hallway lined with fifteen treatment rooms, six mani/pedi stations, and a cozy locker area where robed clients sip cool water flavored with orange slices. Waxing is the specialty here, with a procedure so streamlined customers can’t believe how quickly they’re out the door. Hair-removal services utilize either honey or the signature gourmet wax and cover the standard areas, as well as places like the stomach and forehead; “the Sphinx” is a bikini wax that takes it all off. Twelve estheticians also perform facials, from basic deep-cleansing procedures to the very thorough Boot Camp treatment, and body services: The Hot Chocolate wrap stimulates the skin; the Hammam is a traditional, aromatic Moroccan therapy; and the Surf and Turf features a combination of scrubs and muds. Ten masseuses administer Swedish, Shiatsu, deep-tissue, and reflexology rubdowns. A spa-scene favorite since opening in 1998, Haven sells Flojos flip-flops for post-pedicure clients and skincare products from Sonya Dakar and SkinMedica, as well as their own custom line. — Chrissy Persico

Packages

Haven offers numerous ongoing packages: Spoil Me involves a half-day of services; Spoil Me Rotten, a full day. The Perfect Gift is a half-hour massage plus facial, manicure, and pedicure. Gift cards can be purchased.

Bridal
This hip but unpretentious Soho spot is a great place for all the usual spa treatments, including pedicures (from $38) and facials (from $65). For brides with an entourage, the spa can accommodate groups of up to fifteen. Full-day private parties from $3,000.

I've been to Haven 2x, because it's in my neighbourhood. First time had a 80 minute facial and eye treatment, back waxing plus bought 2 products. I spent about 300 $, which did not seem too pricey considering what I had received and quality had been good. The second time I had just a back (and a bit of the upper arm, which counted as half arm) waxing; it took no longer than 20 mins and spent 100$. I believe this is outrageous! 20 mins to perform one of the most basic jobs in a spa...100$, like a more than fancy hair cut, like a consultation at NYC most famous shrink! DEFINITELY NOT WORTH THE MONEY. I'll never go back.

My personal sanctuary

Graciefully_Me from | Posted on 4/25/05

Overall Rating: 8 (Recommended)


Quality:	8
Service:	8

Selection:	9

Value:	7

Cozy, warm, and quiet, Haven is a spa experience you don't want to rush. They have rooms in the back for every service imaginable, and their waxing is thurough. Facials, massages, body wraps, I've not a negative experience. Manicures and pedicures here are also a wonderfully destressing experience, though I've had my share of questionable service. Just find your one nail specialist, and stick with her. Though comfortable and very relaxing, there have been times when the receptionists have been snotty, it is afterall SoHo. However, it hasn't happened in a long while, and I still faithfully go!

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