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Salternative Spa
4.6 ★★★★★ 143 Google reviews · Float tank center in Geneva, Illinois
Plan your float
- Single float a single session runs around $74; membership brings it down to about $59/mo — always confirm current pricing on their site
- First-timer friendly they walk new floaters through everything — no experience needed
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- Book & prices salternativespa.com — see live availability and current rates
- Phone (630) 845-3333
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
Water & cleaning at Salternative Spa
Sanitation is the thing seasoned floaters care about most, and most directories never show it. Between every float, the salt water should be pumped through fine filtration and disinfected — salt alone is not enough. From Salternative Spa's own information: UV sterilization.
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What floaters say
“The place is very clean, they offer slippers when you come in so everything helps stay clean especially in the winter.”
“Corina was so helpful in scheduling a first time visit for my best friend and I—what wonderful customer service!”
“I did tell the lady at the desk about the noisy doors that slammed a few times, that I could hear and would disturb my peaceful train of thought during my spa session.”
“The pain I lived with for 5 months after just ONE 1 hour session with sandy and my pain is gone!”
“I did tell the lady at the desk about the noisy doors that slammed a few times, that I could hear and would disturb my peaceful train of thought during my spa session.”
From the reviews
Very relaxing place! You could feel it right when you come in. All the staff is very nice, friendly and accommodating. The place is very clean, they offer slippers when you come in so everything helps stay clean especially in the winter. I used the float tank and the salt cave. Both were very nice to use and clean.
Upon entering Salternative, it just feels healthy. There is a yoga class to your left, slippers and the front desk in front of you, and an open area to your right. The lady at the front desk is very friendly and polite. I only experienced a flotation tank session.
Had a great experience. Had a massage and then went to a float and sauna session. It was very relaxing and I felt great after. Great place for a spa day. My massage was heavenly. My back and neck (trouble areas) felt fantastic after.
I had the absolute pleasure of visiting Salternative, where Hannah worked her magic, and I can’t say enough about how amazing the experience was. She gave me one of the most relaxing, intuitive massages I’ve ever had. She has such a natural gift for healing and making you feel safe, seen, and totally at ease.
Your first float at Salternative 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.
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