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Sage Float Spa

4.7 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · Float tank center in Capitola, California

Float center Couples float First-timer friendly Pregnancy floats

Plan your float

  • Single float a single session runs around $45 — always confirm current pricing on their site
  • Tank type float pods, float rooms
  • Couples float a two-person vessel is available — popular as a date night or a gift; book ahead, they're limited
  • First-timer friendly they walk new floaters through everything — no experience needed
  • Pregnancy floats floating is offered for pregnancy (often 2nd/3rd trimester) — confirm their policy and any doctor-clearance requirement
  • Today see hours ·
  • Book & prices sagefloatspa.floathelm.com — see live availability and current rates
  • Phone +1 831-854-2700

Hours

Monday 10:30 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8:30 pm
Thursday 10 am–8:30 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 Sage Float Spa runs, drawn from their own site and reviews.

🥚Float Pods

The classic enclosed capsule with a hinged lid. Deepest sensory deprivation; you lie down and pull the lid to.

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🛁Float Rooms

The room itself is the vessel: no hatch, walk straight in. Great for claustrophobia and easier access.

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What's provided

The little things that make a first float smooth — mentioned on Sage Float Spa's site or by reviewers.

🎧 Earplugs provided
🧴 Shampoo & toiletries
🩹 Barrier ointment for cuts

Also under this roof

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

What floaters say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 144 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧼 clean, well-maintained tanks 10 mentions

“A clean facility with lots of beautiful plants, was easy to book online and nice friendly staff.”

🌱 first-timer friendly walkthrough 4 mentions

“From the moment you walk through the door, you are transported into a serene and calming environment that allows you to disconnect from the outside world and completely unwind.”

☁️ deeply relaxing / stress relief 11 mentions

“The service and responsiveness of the staff is fantastic…the space is inviting and tranquil…the availability /scheduling of services is helpful and easy to navigate.”

💪 helped my pain & recovery 2 mentions

“I would recommend this to others couples and individuals struggling with stress and pain.”

🚪 quiet, private rooms 4 mentions

“The second time I went I felt comfortable speaking up about lowering the temp and they were again so kind and understanding.”

🤝 knowledgeable, welcoming staff 5 mentions

“A clean facility with lots of beautiful plants, was easy to book online and nice friendly staff.”

From the reviews

The tubs were a great experience. The place was very clean and the float was relaxing. The staff could be a bit more welcoming and friendly. As someone floating for my first time, I didn’t feel like they really cared a lot.

★★★★☆ — Shay, Jul 2021

Sage Float Spa in Santa Cruz is a one-of-a-kind relaxation oasis that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and transformative experience. From the moment you walk through the door, you are transported into a serene and calming environment that allows you to disconnect from the outside world and…

★★★★★ — Luba, Jun 2023

I've floated five times at Sage Float Spa and I've really enjoyed the experience. When I first went, I felt a little nauseated during the float, but felt amazing the next few days. The next four times I floated, I felt GREAT and I've noticed that every time I go, I feel a little bit better.

★★★★★ — Anthony, Jan 2017

Took my hubby to this place to have our first floating spa experience for our 14th anniversary. Quite an experience and we definitely want to do it again! The staff are super friendly and are not afraid to communicate with us since we both are deaf

★★★★★ — Sarah, Nov 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews about the float experience. Read all 144 reviews →

Your first float at Sage Float Spa

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 Sage Float Spa

1395 41st Ave, Capitola, CA95010

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