Zen Sanctuary
Gili Head Spa
Head Spa · New York, New York
4.9 / 5
A sophisticated, high-end head spa in New York specializing in restorative scalp detoxes and botanical facial rituals within a tranquil, nature-inspired sanctuary.
Gili Head Spa is a masterclass in execution, earning a near-perfect 4.9 Atlas Score. With a flawless 5.0 in both hygiene and hospitality, the studio delivers on its promise of a restorative sanctuary, backed by a 0% safety incident rate and zero hidden fees.
The word among guests
Clients consistently praise the intentional, forest-like atmosphere and the expert technique of the staff, particularly in scalp detox and botanical facial rituals. While the only recurring friction is minor confusion regarding the entrance, the consensus is that the high-quality organic products and personalized care make it a premier destination. It is a rare, highly-rated gem that prioritizes client comfort and hair health above all else. Across 46 Google reviews (5.0), no systemic concerns surface. Three notes recur: Deep Relaxation, Botanical Rituals, Pristine Private Suites.
The rating, in detail
Tap a dimension to read more. The rating averages the four service dimensions; hygiene and value are reported alongside it as quality signals.
Technique 4.9
What the hands actually do. Technique reads every mention of the scalp work itself: skill, pressure, tool use, and the range of ritual on the menu. It scores how consistently guests report precise, practiced work.
Sanctuary 4.9
The setting, taken seriously. Sanctuary reads what guests say about the room itself: how quiet it stays, how carefully it is kept, and whether the calm holds for the whole visit rather than just the photos.
Efficacy 4.9
Did it work? Efficacy tracks whether guests report the result they came for after the ritual, not just during it: tension relief, better sleep, a calmer scalp, healthier hair.
Hospitality 5.0
Everything around the treatment. Hospitality scores the visit end to end: how easy it is to book, how clearly the spa communicates, and how guests are received, guided, and sent home.
Hygiene 5.0
Reported alongside the rating, never averaged into it. Hygiene reads reviews for the care of tools, linens, and practice; a complaint here surfaces as a visible flag rather than a quiet point deduction.
Value 4.9
Also reported alongside the rating. Value weighs what guests say the experience is worth against what it costs, so a fair-priced gem and a spotless but overpriced room are never smoothed into one number.
On the menu
Recommended for
The Comforts
- luxury & organic products
- private & couples suites
- robes & tea service
- silence optional
- blow-dry included
- a blow-dry to finish
Practical matters
— The visit —
- The finish wash & blowout included
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Hours Mon–Wed Closed · Thu–Sun 11 AM to 8 PM
Mon Closed Tue Closed Wed Closed Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 11 AM to 8 PM
— Reach them —
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Hours Mon–Wed Closed · Thu–Sun 11 AM to 8 PM
Mon Closed Tue Closed Wed Closed Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 11 AM to 8 PM - Telephone (646) 360-9109
- Online website · map
225 E 35th St
New York, New York
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