Spa, Nails & Massage
Use these everyday Spanish phrases to comfortably book and customize your next spa, massage, or nail salon visit.
Key Phrases
Hola, ¿tienen un espacio libre para un masaje hoy?
casualHi, do you have a free spot for a massage today?
Very natural when walking in to ask for immediate availability.
Quiero reservar una cita para un masaje de espalda.
neutralI want to book an appointment for a back massage.
The standard way to book over the phone or at the desk.
Para hoy, voy a querer la manicura y pedicura.
neutralFor today, I am going to want the manicure and pedicure.
Using 'voy a querer' (I'm going to want) is very common when choosing services.
Disculpe, ¿cuánto tiempo va a durar el tratamiento facial?
neutralExcuse me, how long is the facial treatment going to last?
¿Puede hacer el masaje un poco más fuerte, por favor?
neutralCan you do the massage a bit harder, please?
Use this to ask the therapist to increase the pressure.
Un poco más suave, por favor, porque me duele.
casualA bit softer, please, because it hurts.
A direct but polite enough way to tell them it's too painful.
No puedo usar ese aceite porque tengo alergia.
neutralI can't use that oil because I have an allergy.
Important safety phrase; you can swap 'ese aceite' with 'esta crema' (this cream).
Disculpe, ¿cuánto es por todo el servicio hoy?
casualExcuse me, how much is it for the whole service today?
A very natural, everyday way to ask for the total bill.
Voy a pagar con tarjeta. Puede incluir la propina.
neutralI am going to pay with a card. You can include the tip.
Standard phrase when paying at the front desk with a credit card.
El servicio fue excelente. Esta propina es para usted.
politeThe service was excellent. This tip is for you.
Use this when handing cash directly to your therapist or technician.