La Dolce Vita Salon

06/20/2008 Posted by Malinda77

The salon was decorated nicely, however, the chairs you sit in for the pedicures, the massaging cushion was broken and the remote, table & lamp were dusty. My manicurist was NOT with it - she must have been having a bad day - she came late, she did a poor job with the spa pedicure (she forgot to scrub one of my feet and she did a half-a job with the leg massage) and I just didn't get the attention I thought I would get at a salon like this. It got a little better with the manicure but I think she was just rushing me because when she was done, she left the building to run an errand. I went with a friend of mine and her pedicure got started before me but she was done after me (her manicurist was VERY thorough - I wish I had had her!) Overall, the experience was not very relaxing (the manicurist talked non-stop, mostly about her bad back and how much she was in pain) and it was DEFINITELY NOT worth the $$ it costs. The service I received you can get at ANY local salon - you would expect more at this place, especially with the prices they charge.

Pros: Great location

Cons: Price (for the service you receive)

05/03/2008 Posted by bjsm

I live in California and was looking for a spa to send my daughter and son's girlfriend to for facials and massages. I did an internet search for Boston Spas and La Dolce Vita came up. I checked it out as well as others on Newbury Street but in the end I went with my gut and booked them here. I can't explain it but there was something about the site that I liked (I went back to it about 10 times!) and I thought the prices were good. I was met with a friendly and very courteous girl on the phone who had no problem making appointments for a Friday afternoon. When the girls arrived at the spa they said it was really cute, that everyone there was nice, it wasn't crowded so they never felt rushed and they absolutely LOVED their facials and massages! I would definitely make another appointment here and I know the girls would happily return!

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03/31/2008 Posted by rosesred

i got my first brazilian wax last saturday. i was very nervous but Deana made the whole situation suprisingly pleasant. she is very nice and quick. she is very good at what she does. ask for her, she does a great job!

Pros: skill, atmosphere

Cons: parking

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03/30/2008 Posted by LauraEP

Kathy is the BEST hair stylist I've found in Boston!!! And I'm one hard girl to please. :-) She truly understands hair and really cares that you're getting a cut that works for you. No matter what I do to my hair, it looks great and I get compliments on it all the time. I would follow Kathy to whatever salon she was working at. La Dolce Vita is a great place for her. It's a relaxing atmosphere with a great view of Copley Square. Two thumbs up for Kathy at La Dolce Vita!

03/18/2008 Posted by umassamy

I called to make a hair appointment and there are no hairdressers at la dolca vita. I received a gift certificate for my birthday to get my hair done and there is no one there to do it. I want my boyfriend to get his money back.

Cons: front desk staff, no hairdressers

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03/10/2008 Posted by ErikaMarie

This is the best place around!!!! THE OWNER IS AMAZING. She is the best waxer i have ever been to! everyone there is soo nice!! I LOVE LA DOLCE VITA!!!!!!!!!

Pros: AMAZING AT EVERYTHING

Cons: THere is NONE!

02/24/2008 Posted by thegodess00

Has anyone seen Cathy? Anytime we call the salon we get the run around. We cant seem to locate her, my friends and I are in desperate need to find her. "Roots Galor" PLEASE HELP

02/03/2008 Posted by Jenconney

"I had the BEST MASSAGE by a talented woman named VERA. She's very skilled, and certainly got my knots off!! I will definitely go back and see her once a month. She is very appreciated for her wonderful job she does"

Pros: Best Massage from VERA

Cons: Parking

02/01/2008 Posted by susansmite12345

Me and my husband had the best couples massage from VERA and POBEDA. THE BEST COUPLES MASSGAE YET!! The spa is beautiful the employees are super nice, I will absoutely go back!!! - Susan and Larry

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02/01/2008 Posted by jscaldwell

I urge everybody to get a massage from Melissa. She is an amazing woman and definitely has a golden touch. I have had many massages before but this is by far the best I've had. The way she does her massage and the pressure is just perfect. Other people just coudnt get it right before. It would either be too hard that it would be painful or too soft that it would be tickleish. Melissa has got it perfectly that my body felt like it was melting away with relaxation. I left that place feeling like a million bucks. Their prices are reasonable too. I just wished they offered student discounts. I definitely highly recommend this place especially Melissa.

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