Many of you know of my serious obsession with The Elysian.  The glamorous boutique hotel has truly nailed every detail.

The hotel’s decor has a classic, refined sophistication while still feeling utterly current and on trend.  

The ballroom, albeit frustratingly quaint {read: too small for most of my clients’ weddings}, is elegantly appointed with graphite grey walls, antiqued mirrors and bright white molding.  

When it comes to service for overnight guests {countless clients have decided to make The Elysian their wedding weekend home} the attention to detail continues to surpass most any other high end hotel.

The restaurant, Ria, was named best new restaurant, shortly after its opening {and is perfect for an unforgettable post-wedding brunch}.  Balsan is a chic place to grab a quick brunch, light supper or late night bites – whether seated at the white marble-topped raw bar or tucked away in an intimate booth.  

The staff – from the head valet to the catering managers – is not only pleasant and helpful but genuinely available to assist in relaxed and subtle manner.  It seriously feels as though they take pleasure in our every request!

I thought I was intimately familiar with all that the hotel had to offer…that is until the spa and health club director invited me to experience the Elysian Spa.  With my schedule packed with appointments, weddings,  and paperwork, I can barely find the time to grocery shop, let alone carve out time for indulgent spa time…

But, when the opportunity was presented…I cleared my schedule…immediately.

I like to think that I’ve had exposure to many lovely spas and treatments over the years and would be able to provide constructive feedback, as requested.  However, I’m quite certain that my experience at the Elysian Spa could not be beat.  

The Spa lobby is glitzy, in a bright and peaceful way.  The lounges are fully stocked with items that go well beyond necessity.  

The soaking tub is perfect for relaxing before or after your services.  The sauna or steam room really do encourage the art of decompressing.  

And the services…My massage was quite simply put, The Best I’ve Had.  

The Spa staff was approachable, expertly knowledgeable, kind and welcoming.  

A visit to the Elysian Spa is perfect for pre-wedding beauty services {treat your girls to mani’s and pedi’s after a light lunch buffet arranged on the private pool deck}, a treat to yourself after a hard week {a major project is finally complete, hooray!}, or a relaxing respite for your over-shopped tootsies {Oak Street is just around the corner…troubs!}.  

Just make sure to schedule enough time to take full advantage of all that the serene spa setting has to offer {including darling gifts and beauty products to take home with you!}…then make your way downstairs for a cocktail or the profiteroles!

Melissa and the Elysian Gang – thank you from the bottom of my {wonderfully pampered} heart.

My obsession continues to flourish.