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Maine Massage & Float

4.9 ★★★★★ 937 Google reviews · Float tank center in Portland, Maine

Float center First-timer friendly

Unfussy wellness center focused on athletes, offering massage, acupuncture & health coaching.

Plan your float

  • Tank type float cabins
  • First-timer friendly they walk new floaters through everything — no experience needed
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  • Book & prices mainemassageandfloat.com — see live availability and current rates
  • Phone +1 207-590-1411

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–9 pm

Float sessions are by appointment — book your slot ahead rather than dropping in, especially evenings and weekends.

The tanks & rooms here

The vessel type is the single biggest thing to get right — especially if enclosed spaces make you uneasy. Here's what Maine Massage & Float runs, drawn from their own site and reviews.

🚪Float Cabins

A walk-in enclosure with full standing height — for taller floaters and anyone who wants privacy without a low lid.

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Also under this roof

Many floaters stack their session with contrast therapy the same day. Beyond the float tank, Maine Massage & Float also offers:

What floaters say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 937 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 first-timer friendly walkthrough 4 mentions

“First time floating and I was very impressed with the quality and cleanliness of their set up.”

☁️ deeply relaxing / stress relief 10 mentions

“my husband and I were visiting Portland and wanted to treat ourselves to some relaxation - This was just the spot!”

💪 helped my pain & recovery 4 mentions

“I have been dealing with chronic neck issues for over a year and they have improved more than anyone else has been able to help with in just one visit!”

🧠 great for anxiety & mental reset 3 mentions

“Very unique and meditative -- I forgot that I was in Maine in February!”

From the reviews

My experience here was amazing. The staff were all super welcoming and kind, and Beth gave the most amazing myofascial release massage. I left feeling so relaxed and cared for. I already have my next massage booked because of how amazing of an experience I had. I will be trying the float soon too!!

★★★★★ — Annemarie, Feb 2026

my husband and I were visiting Portland and wanted to treat ourselves to some relaxation - This was just the spot! He wanted a massage and I wanted to float. We loved the convenience to schedule online. My husband loved his massage with Sarah! I found my first float experience to be really wonderful, too!

★★★★★ — Renee, Jun 2026

I found Maine Massage & Float completely by accident when looking to get a gift certificate for my husband for a real deep tissue massage outside of a spa experience. Now we are both true fans and see Shelby. She has a way of finding exactly what ails you and actually working with you to fix it.

★★★★★ — Caitlin, Oct 2025

My first time floating and wow it was incredible! The massages were nice the staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful and even suggested other things to try in Portland. This is not a typical massage. I would say this more of a sports massage, but the kinks were worked out none the less.

★★★★☆ — Whittney, Jun 2026

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Your first float at Maine Massage & Float

Never floated before? Almost no one has their first time, and a good center expects it. Here's what to know. What it is: you float effortlessly in about ten inches of skin-temperature water saturated with around 1,000 lbs of Epsom salt — so dense you cannot sink. In the dark and quiet, with no light, sound, or gravity to react to, your nervous system downshifts. Before you come: don't shave or wax for a day beforehand (salt stings fresh cuts — they'll have barrier ointment if you nick yourself), skip caffeine, eat a light meal an hour or two before, and remove contacts. If you colored your hair recently, wait a few days. In the tank: shower first, put earplugs in before you get wet, and keep a fresh-water spray bottle within reach for salt in the eyes. You can leave the light or music on until you settle, then turn them off from inside. Hold your arms out for the first 20–30 seconds to stop bobbing, then let go. It takes a few tries — the first 20 minutes are usually your mind winding down. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to shower and get oriented.

Floating isn't for everyone: skip it with epilepsy, kidney disease, uncontrolled heart conditions, open wounds, a contagious condition, or in the first trimester of pregnancy without your doctor's OK. If in doubt, ask the center and check with a physician — this is general information, not medical advice.

Where to find Maine Massage & Float

980 Forest Ave #201, Portland, ME04103

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