Exhale South Beach

Had an amazing time at this spa inside the Lowe’s! Very professional and lovely staff. Had a deep-​tissue massage alongside my mom. It was an hour long and I just wish it wouldn’t have ended. It was excellent and we’ll definitely be back.

I made a reservation for a male masseur and they didn’t make note of it while the receptionist gave specific times for a male. Irresponsible spa when people travel and have this happen.

I really like Exhale. It is a higher end spa and fitness studio. While I have never used their spa services, I regularly attend fitness classes here. My favorite class is Maribel’s core fusion boot camp on Saturday mornings. My only complaint is that the studio is extremely small and can sometimes get quite crowded. I generally don’t go as often during peak tourist season because the classes have too many people in them and aren’t enjoyable.

I received an Exhale 5-​class pack as a Christmas gift, and I was definitely hooked after taking one class. The South Beach location offers a great array of classes throughout the day, everyday. The diversity of classes keeps me interested, and the Manager (Morgan) is not only a savvy businesswoman, but a phenomenal instructor! Katrina’s cardio classes kick my butt in all the right ways, and Lois’ classes push me as well. Last but certainly not least, Alex’s yoga class on Saturday mornings is a lot of fun, and as a member, you can partake in the class, and then enjoy the pool and beach for the rest of the morning and afternoon :) Becoming a member/​attending the classes is definitely one of my favorite additions to my 2016 schedule!

Luciana is an amazing acupuncturist! Excellent use of cupping for pain relief and treatment overall left me very relaxed. I look forward to trying to WeightLoss package!

What a really nice spa! The robes are comfy and zen room is relaxing before your therapist takes you back. The massage therapist gave me the best deep tissue massage! What a nice treat to sit in the jacuzzi afterwards, so don’t forget your bathing suit. If you are staying at the hotel, ask for a coupon at check-​in.

Natalia was great for the massage and they were accommodating given last minute booking.

This review is for the spa only. BRUCE is an excellent therapist. EXCELLENT! It was one of the best massages I’ve had.

I went to Exhale for a massage and a facial on Gilt City vouchers. Overall a very poor experience. Front desk staff is unprofessional and disorganized. When booking services, I double checked that my vouchers will be accepted for the therapies I booked. When I came in, I presented my vouchers at check in (again to make sure that they were acceptable). To my surprise, after the services were completed, at check out I was informed that one of the vouchers does not apply and thus I owe $ 150 for a facial… Later on they agreed to ONLY charge me $ 99, but as they were processing the transaction they tried to charge me for some Mind/​Body classes ($ 25 each) that I obviously did not intend to purchase. Not sure it was some sort of scam or what. The manager was rude and unhelpful.
The therapies themselves were mediocre. Massage was ok, while the facial was simply not what it meant to be. I get a facial at least once a month, and this one was one of the worst ones that ever had. The therapist spent at least 30 or maybe even 40 minutes massaging my face and arms. Considering that I already had a massage right before the facial, that was clearly not needed.
The facility is sloppy. There were a bunch of used robes lying around the locker rooms, lots of used plastic cups… Not something that you would expect in an upscale spa. Overall, AVOID this place. It seems that they take advantage of the hotel guests who don’t know any better. There are so many other options within a couples of blocks. Go somewhere else.

Exhale is a sanctuary — if you’re in town for a few days or a year-​round local, exhale is just perfect.
The instructors are fabulous and inspiring, the process /​business side is super amazing, and the facilities are to die for.
Everyone knows a tough bar class is just a conduit to the jacuzzi and steam room!

Overall a great experience! I’m so glad I found a place that really listens to the customers needs when it comes to picking out a spa service. I was looking for an upscale spa and was suprise when I came across this establishment.
With the help of staff I picked the Flow Massage since it applies medium pressure, something I was initially looking for.
The whole experience from beginning to end was relaxing and in my opinion well worth the price.
I will be coming back and checking out the rest of the spa services they provide.

Exhale spas — either affiliated with a named hotel or as independent operation — generally are places my family and I have favored when there was a choice. The one located in Loews Hotel in Miami Beach, (to which one my daughters, her friends and family members go regularly as she is a recent permanent resident of Miami Beach) has broken very badly the sense of an establishment that we should favor.
When a company and its on site shift management emphasize their policies and procedures at the expense of their principles of high touch service and treat my guests with narrow binary pathetic manner as we were, it is a malignant disease called procedur-​itis.
Not that it matters to Exhale, given their staff’s outsized arrogance and peanut sized thinking ability (which is the responsibility of the owners and senior management to ensure), but they won’t ever see me at any of their places ever, and, within my legal rights, I will try to persuade as many people as I can to avoid this specific location.
What a pity that accent on rote behavior of procedure enforcement, like feared Federal agencies rather than accommodate a customer who is prepared to and was happy to spend several thousands for a blissful spa experience! Pathetic! There is no way on Unilocal to assign less than a star; really, there should be negative stars!! or, at least a zero!

Went to Exhale for a Core Fusion class. Since it is in a hotel the majority of the people in the class were staying at the hotel and taking the class for the first time so I think that it was easier than it would be at another location. The studio is small but really well equipped. Best part was using the facility after with showers, robes, flip flops, hair dryers, products and even a hot tub! But bring your own hair elastic– they don’t have any except in the boutique for $ 3.00.

Just okay. Not run very well. Aestheticians are average at best. Had a facial, massage and nails done here. Was insanely overpriced. $ 245 facial (could’ve done it myself with better results), $ 120 mani pedi (nails were adleast good) and $ 200 massage (worst massage) — with an 18% tip they AUTOMATICALLY add. The prices are offensive for how poor the services are as well as how the place is run. Go somewhere else — this place is a scam. Would love to be more positive but it’s daylight robbery for Truely poor service. The people they have working here really are the lowest grade

I went to a barre fusion class with Julie which was great but way too crowded. The studio for the class was the smallest I’ve ever seen, and this coming from a New Yorker. I had to maneuver around other women to get into position. We made it work but it generally just felt claustrophobic.
Afterwards I had a facial with Andrea, which was great except for the fact that she gave me a $ 50 peel without me even knowing it wasn’t part of my facial package. That was a surprise upon check out. I don’t generally like going places that constantly try to upsell products, l definitely don’t like places that outright sneak them in. That is just irritating.

My review is for 2 services, let’s start with the good one…
I had a blowout here about a week ago and the young girl was very chatty and friendly. She did a quick job of my blowout but did not skimp on the work, she just worked fast. I thought at $ 40 it was reasonably priced for the location. Definitely 4 stars.
Next…ugh, the $ 153 mani/​pedi. First, are you fucking kidding me with the price!!! I got a gel mani and regular pedi, there were no embellishments, art, or 24 karat gold flakes put on my nails as one might expect for that price. Possibly, if it were the best mani/​pedi of my life I could live with the outrageous cost but, it’s not even good!
As soon as I stepped out into the sunlight I could see all the bubbles in my nails and all the extra nail space that she did not even apply color to. My pedicure was fine until I noticed that there was a fingerprint in the polish of one of my toes and it’s definitely not mine.
Next beef is that it took TWO HOURS. Yes my friends, you read that correctly, I spent two glorious sunny Miami vacation hours in the dungeon that is the Exhale spa. I was counting down the minutes until she was done, not just because it is a poorly lit room and the pedi stations are a death trap (take note of that, please) but because I couldn’t figure out why she was working so slow and not doing a great job!
Moral of the story: hair services, yes, nail services, HELL NO.

I am a huge fan of Exhale and used to be a member at the Epic location when I lived in Brickell so I was very excited to hear they were opening down the street from me on the beach. I went for the first time and tried a yoga class and a massage.
The facility is very nice and I experienced the same great service that I was used to at Epic. In fact, Tara, my massage therapist, had given me a massage at the Epic location before so it was nice to see a familiar name.
Unfortunately, I don’t think I’m going to join as a member because they don’t offer early and late classes like the Epic location, but that makes sense for the beach location. I also was dissapointed that members don’t get access to the pool, but I’m sure that was the hotels decision.
Either way, the service is still great and I’ll go back occasionally for spa services!

Update: September 2015
Just need to say that this place is still my gym/​spa/​after beach shower place.
I appreciate all their efforts in making the guest experience a positive one.
I dread praising my favorite technicians but they should know they ROCK!
Tania and Christopher… See you soon.
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The facility is peaceful, clean, shiny and they really paid attention to lighting.
Anyone who has ever been to David Barton or Equinox will know what I mean by lighting.
The Barre class I took yesterday with Katrina was my first and most definitely not my last. There was another instructor taking the class but she assisted me throughout the adventure, very giving not worried about her workout. They both actively watched the participants and spotting as needed. I need that, I am lazy!
The lounge, the his/​her Jacuzzi, the attention to detail blew me away.
I am afraid I am damaged goods. Exhale you got me; hook-​line and sinker :)

I just took my first Barre class with Katrina at the Loews and I finally found a fitness class that I love! Not only is the Spa+Gym beautiful, but from the second you walk in you are greeted by the nicest staff. She was literally the best! I loved how she was very one-​on-​one with everyone in the class. The music playing really helped set the mood as well. I had never taken a class where I used to many apparatuses to stretch and condition. Not only was she very very fit and knowledgable about exactly which moves to do in order to maximize the classes function. I noticed how another class member states the uniformity between this class and the other barre classes she has taken with other instructors. I am definitely coming back because of Katrina. She is very worth it!
Keep in mind this is a sweaty class so make sure you’re hydrated!
By the way, I am super sore ! Love it!

If you want to challenge your mind, body and spirit in the best way possible this is the place for you. Exhale specializes in Core Fusion Barre workouts and they are not for the meek or weak! You will discover muscles you didn’t know were there and push yourself to the limits.
The instructors are amazing, truly. In particular, Kim, who’s classes are so challenging, in the best way possible, that you will leave on a Barre High! She is so caring and encouraging always helping us after class with our particular injuries or alignments etc. I was very fortunate to get a gratis one-​on– one with her as the other students didn’t show up. She could have bailed but instead gave me a killer private hour lesson. How impressive is that SoBe? If she taught everyday of the week I’d be there and wish she taught more! She’s just phenomenal, caring and super knowledgeable!
The spa itself is lovely. The minute I walk down the stairs I feel a sense of calm wash over me. The folks at the desk are helpful and courteous in particular Kelly. Morgan who is also a fantastic instructor and guest experience manager and Caline, spa director, are always seeking feedback which demonstrates how much they truly care. They both want the best for you and to make your experience the best it can be. This is another atypical SoBe thing.
I came on a promotion and ended up joining for the year. It’s a special place with special people who want you to be your best, thanks team for that!