Locally Owned Since 2006
Experience the Extraordinary
Visit our Bankers Hill day spa near Balboa Park for massage therapy and facials. Your therapist or esthetician will help you choose care suited to your needs.
Your First Visit
Experience KnotClub member rates on your first visit. Explore the massage and facial options below.
Choose Your Massage
Choose your massage style and session length, whether you want time to relax or focused attention to muscle tension.
Choose Your Facial
Compare organic and clinical facials to find an option for your skin concerns. Your esthetician can help guide the treatment.
How the Offer Works
Guest Services applies the corresponding first-visit member rate at checkout. Master Therapist pricing is an additional $10 where applicable.
Our Services
Learn how our treatments differ so you can choose the right starting point for your visit.
Personalized Bodywork
Explore Swedish-style Relaxation Massage and deep tissue work with Muscle Relief Therapy, along with specialty massage options. Pressure is adjusted to your comfort.
Explore Massage Therapy
Eminence Organic Skin Care
Botanical facials use Eminence Organic Skin Care products selected for your skin. Treatment options address concerns such as dryness or congestion, with exfoliation chosen according to suitability.
Explore Organic Skincare
Lira Clinical Skincare
Lira Clinical facials address concerns such as uneven tone and texture. Your esthetician considers your skin's sensitivity when selecting products and the appropriate level of exfoliation.
Explore Clinical SkincareNot Sure What to Book?
Use our guides to compare treatments or get to know our massage therapists before booking.
Start with what you would like help with, then explore service recommendations based on your answers.
Find Your TreatmentCompare therapists by pressure style and specialty. Read about their individual approaches to find someone who suits your preferences.
Find Your TherapistUnderstand common skin concerns and the treatments available for them. Find guidance on home care, including how to adjust your routine as your skin changes.
Visit the Resource Center
The Knotstop is a locally owned day spa in Bankers Hill. For twenty years, we have welcomed San Diego neighbors and visitors for massage therapy and professional skincare. Some guests come in for an occasional appointment; others make us part of their regular routine. Each visit gives us a chance to learn what is helpful to you and how your needs may have changed.
Before treatment begins, discuss what brings you in. Let your provider know about areas of discomfort or skin sensitivity that may affect your service.
Your feedback matters during treatment, too. Let your provider know how the pressure or a skincare product feels so they can adjust the service to your comfort.
Our front desk team can help you compare appointments and answer arrival questions, including accessibility arrangements for our historic building.
Guest Reflections
Five-star feedback shared by our massage and skincare guests.
Ananda gave me an excellent massage! It was just what I needed. She listens and then really gets into the spots with the knots. I feel so much better!
— Marion
Brian listened to my specific needs and worked consistently to meet them. I left feeling relaxed as well as noticing relief to achy muscles.
— Susan
Carly did an amazing job! She was able to relieve all the tension and tightness from my back. I highly recommend her!
— Camille
Carolina was excellent. She really took the time to ask pertinent questions then incorporated the feedback into the service.
— Michael
Chris really listened to what I needed and did an excellent job of giving me a therapeutic massage. I have tremendous pain relief as a result!
— Erika
Claudio always provides the best massages and is so in tune with what my body needs.
— Catherine
Danielle is a fabulous esthetician. She is gentle, knowledgeable and determines the best products for my sensitive skin.
— Cathy
Not only did Gerald do a great job with my skin but he listened to my needs and goals and offered a variety of solutions.
— Michelle
Haruka is fantastic! She is so attentive and focused and committed to giving a great massage.
— Jeff
Wow. Seriously one of the best massages I’ve had — EVER. Ian is awesome. Asked really great questions and was super intuitive.
— Drew
Itzel provided an amazing muscle therapy massage. She soothed those muscles. Today I walked pain free!
— JoAnne
Jeff is amazing. One of the best massages I have had in a very long time.
— Phillip
Jenni is amazing. She is so intuitive and gives the best massages.
— Cindy
Joshua did a great job. He’s very good. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is very caring and friendly.
— Doug
Katie was excellent! She checked in with me throughout the massage and focused on the areas that needed the most attention.
— Tansy
Kit was amazing.
— Michael
Kristi always provides fantastic services. She is friendly and professional and I always appreciate the work she does to help clients feel their best.
— Kate
Lindsay always provides such a calming and tranquil experience. I love her energy and facial techniques.
— William
Martha gave me an excellent massage today. She knew where I needed firm or soft pressure and I felt totally taken care of.
— Jen
Mateo has great, healing hands. He made me feel comfortable and pampered, paying extra attention to the issues in my back and neck.
— Jeffrey
Monica was terrific. She eased the tension off my shoulders and lower back.
— Rose
Ozzy gave one of the best massages I’ve had at Knotstop. Very intentional and soothing with some very deep work as needed.
— Sarah
Phil provided an excellent massage. I appreciated how well he listened to what areas I wanted to focus on and his attention to detail.
— Rony
Renee is incredible. She’s very good at communicating to make sure that I’m comfortable and that the pressure is okay.
— Michelle
Ryan gave me an excellent massage and I’ll be requesting him again in the future. He checked in several times to make sure the pressure was just right.
— Sheri
Sebin is amazing! I’ve been really impressed with both of the massages I’ve had with him.
— Shannon
Shelley is incredible and really listened to what I was saying. She did a great job focusing on my troubled areas.
— Tatiana
Xander really listened to me when I described what I was looking for, and did an amazing job of restoring some mobility in my shoulder and neck.
— Sean
Massage and Skincare Memberships
Choose a monthly massage or The Knotstop Signature Facial. The Premier Membership includes both. Every plan includes member pricing on eligible additional services.
More at The Knotstop
Browse gift cards and current offers, or visit the boutique during your next appointment.
Choose a service gift card or a dollar amount so your recipient can select their own treatment. Purchase online or visit Guest Services for a physical gift card.
Explore Gift Cards
Spice of Autumn Facials
Choose the Clarifying Facial or Anti-Aging Facial.
Each is 50 minutes and $135 for everyone.
Appointments must be completed by December 21, 2026.
Shop Eminence Organic Skin Care and Lira Clinical products for your home routine. The boutique also carries Voluspa candles, handmade jewelry and a changing selection of gifts.
Plan Your VisitPlanning Your Visit
Call or text for help with your appointment, or with questions before you arrive.
Text messages are answered as soon as a Guest Services team member is available.
Near Balboa Park in San Diego's Bankers Hill neighborhood.
Our historic building includes accessible downstairs treatment rooms and an accessible restroom. A mobile ramp is available upon request; advance notice helps our team prepare for your arrival. Please contact Guest Services with any accessibility questions or accommodations.
Before Your Visit
Begin with our Find Your Perfect Treatment guide, or call or text Guest Services at 619-296-5668. We can explain the differences between services and help you choose an appointment.
Yes. Spa Day is $214 for a 60-minute Relaxation Massage or Muscle Relief Therapy Massage plus The Knotstop Signature Facial. Member rates apply automatically when both included services take place on the same day, including when booked separately. You do not need to request the discount. Upgrades may require additional payment.
Yes. Request a specific provider when booking, or use our Massage Therapist guide to compare pressure styles and specialties. Guest Services can also help you find a provider.
Yes. Review the options on our KnotClub page, then choose your membership through Meevo. Review your selected plan's terms and billing schedule before completing your purchase.
The Knotstop is located at 2655 Fourth Avenue in Bankers Hill, near Balboa Park and just south of Hillcrest in San Diego. Visit our Contact page for directions and arrival information.
Relaxation Massage is our Swedish-style massage, suited to guests seeking an overall relaxing session. Muscle Relief Therapy is our deep tissue massage, with focused work on areas of muscle tension. Your therapist adjusts pressure to your comfort; deeper work does not need to be painful.
Please provide at least 24 hours' notice when changing or cancelling an appointment. Late cancellations and missed appointments may incur a service-specific fee. Review the complete Cancellation Policy for current details.
Yes. Visit our Gift Cards page to choose a service gift card or a dollar amount online. The page also links to Gift Card Terms for redemption and bonus-card details.
View available appointments online, or text Guest Services if you would like help choosing a service.
Massage & Esthetics Careers at The Knotstop
Join The Knotstop, a locally owned independent spa serving San Diego since 2006. We're looking for talented Massage Therapists and Licensed Estheticians who are passionate about delivering exceptional care while building lasting relationships with guests. Here, you'll find a supportive team, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to grow your career in a place where quality always comes first.
Why The Knotstop
The Knotstop has served San Diego for more than 20 years and has earned a reputation as one of the area’s top destinations for massage and skincare. Guests come to us for skilled bodywork, customized facial services, a calm spa environment and a team that treats them with consistency and care.
We are a local, family-owned spa with an established clientele, a strong support team and a workplace culture built around respect, professionalism, communication and quality service. The experience should feel polished and professional without feeling cold or corporate.
Some team members have been with The Knotstop since 2008, many have been with the spa for more than five years and our management team has deep long-term experience with the business. Our Spa Director has been with The Knotstop for 16 years, and our Front Desk Manager has been with the spa for 8 years.
We work hard to treat people with compassion when life requires time off, schedule adjustments or support. We want The Knotstop to be a place where talented practitioners can build a sustainable career, feel proud of their work and develop lasting relationships with guests and coworkers.
What You Can Expect
The Knotstop is designed to support excellent service. Our team helps manage many of the operational details so Massage Therapists and Estheticians can focus on client care, service quality and building long-term guest relationships.
Work with guests who already know and trust The Knotstop for high-quality massage, customized skincare and attentive service in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood.
We are locally owned, relationship-driven and committed to treating our team with respect. Our standards are high, but the atmosphere is personal, human and supportive.
Every treatment room includes a hydraulic massage table, temperature control, lighting dimmer, music volume control, hot towel cabbie and table warmer.
Our support team helps manage booking, guest communication, daily flow, service questions, memberships and follow-up so the guest experience stays organized.
The Knotstop provides massage lotion for massage services and all professional skincare products used during facial services. Therapists may use oil if they prefer, but oils are not provided.
Build your clientele, strengthen your consultation skills, expand your service knowledge and increase your earning potential through experience, consistency, gratuities and specialty services.
Your Workplace
The Knotstop is located in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood in a spa environment designed to feel calm, professional and welcoming. From our reception area to our private treatment rooms, every detail supports the experience we want guests and team members to have.
Current Opportunities
We are currently accepting applications for Certified Massage Therapists and Licensed Estheticians. Our greatest immediate need is for experienced Massage Therapists with weekend availability, but we are always excited to meet talented practitioners who care deeply about their craft and guest experience.
The Knotstop is actively hiring Certified Massage Therapists who take pride in skilled, personalized bodywork and thoughtful guest care. We are looking for professionals who can listen well, assess a guest’s goals, adjust pressure appropriately and create massage sessions that feel both therapeutic and deeply restorative.
This is a strong fit for Massage Therapists who want to work in an established spa with consistent client demand, supportive front desk systems, fully equipped rooms and a team culture that values professionalism without feeling corporate. Our ideal candidate is dependable, communicative, warm with guests and serious about building long-term relationships through excellent hands-on work.
The Knotstop is accepting applications from Licensed Estheticians who are passionate about customized skincare, guest education and creating a polished spa experience from consultation through final recommendations. We are looking for someone who can provide thoughtful facial services, explain skin concerns clearly and help guests feel confident caring for their skin between visits.
The right candidate is professional, detail-oriented, warm and comfortable working with a variety of skin types and guest goals. Experience with Eminence Organics, Lira Clinical, facial massage, extractions, product recommendations and home-care planning is especially helpful, but the most important qualities are excellent communication, strong guest care and a genuine interest in helping people feel their best.
Benefits of Joining The Knotstop
Working at The Knotstop means more than building a schedule of guests. We believe supporting our team creates a better experience for everyone, which is why we invest in our employees both professionally and personally.
Apply Today
Applying only takes about five minutes. Upload your resume, or paste your work history directly into the form if you are applying from your phone. Please include your current certification or license information when applicable, your weekday and weekend availability, and the position you are applying for.
Complete the application below to share your contact information, preferred position, professional experience, availability, training, and resume or work history.
Massage & Esthetics Careers at The Knotstop
Join The Knotstop, a locally owned independent spa serving San Diego since 2006. We're looking for talented Massage Therapists and Licensed Estheticians who are passionate about delivering exceptional care while building lasting relationships with guests. Here, you'll find a supportive team, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to grow your career in a place where quality always comes first.
Why The Knotstop
The Knotstop has served San Diego for more than 20 years and has earned a reputation as one of the area’s top destinations for massage and skincare. Guests come to us for skilled bodywork, customized facial services, a calm spa environment and a team that treats them with consistency and care.
We are a local, family-owned spa with an established clientele, a strong support team and a workplace culture built around respect, professionalism, communication and quality service. The experience should feel polished and professional without feeling cold or corporate.
Some team members have been with The Knotstop since 2008, many have been with the spa for more than five years and our management team has deep long-term experience with the business. Our Spa Director has been with The Knotstop for 16 years, and our Front Desk Manager has been with the spa for 8 years.
We work hard to treat people with compassion when life requires time off, schedule adjustments or support. We want The Knotstop to be a place where talented practitioners can build a sustainable career, feel proud of their work and develop lasting relationships with guests and coworkers.
What You Can Expect
The Knotstop is designed to support excellent service. Our team helps manage many of the operational details so Massage Therapists and Estheticians can focus on client care, service quality and building long-term guest relationships.
Work with guests who already know and trust The Knotstop for high-quality massage, customized skincare and attentive service in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood.
We are locally owned, relationship-driven and committed to treating our team with respect. Our standards are high, but the atmosphere is personal, human and supportive.
Every treatment room includes a hydraulic massage table, temperature control, lighting dimmer, music volume control, hot towel cabbie and table warmer.
Our support team helps manage booking, guest communication, daily flow, service questions, memberships and follow-up so the guest experience stays organized.
The Knotstop provides massage lotion for massage services and all professional skincare products used during facial services. Therapists may use oil if they prefer, but oils are not provided.
Build your clientele, strengthen your consultation skills, expand your service knowledge and increase your earning potential through experience, consistency, gratuities and specialty services.
Your Workplace
The Knotstop is located in San Diego’s Bankers Hill neighborhood in a spa environment designed to feel calm, professional and welcoming. From our reception area to our private treatment rooms, every detail supports the experience we want guests and team members to have.
Current Opportunities
We are currently accepting applications for Certified Massage Therapists and Licensed Estheticians. Our greatest immediate need is for experienced Massage Therapists with weekend availability, but we are always excited to meet talented practitioners who care deeply about their craft and guest experience.
The Knotstop is actively hiring Certified Massage Therapists who take pride in skilled, personalized bodywork and thoughtful guest care. We are looking for professionals who can listen well, assess a guest’s goals, adjust pressure appropriately and create massage sessions that feel both therapeutic and deeply restorative.
This is a strong fit for Massage Therapists who want to work in an established spa with consistent client demand, supportive front desk systems, fully equipped rooms and a team culture that values professionalism without feeling corporate. Our ideal candidate is dependable, communicative, warm with guests and serious about building long-term relationships through excellent hands-on work.
The Knotstop is accepting applications from Licensed Estheticians who are passionate about customized skincare, guest education and creating a polished spa experience from consultation through final recommendations. We are looking for someone who can provide thoughtful facial services, explain skin concerns clearly and help guests feel confident caring for their skin between visits.
The right candidate is professional, detail-oriented, warm and comfortable working with a variety of skin types and guest goals. Experience with Eminence Organics, Lira Clinical, facial massage, extractions, product recommendations and home-care planning is especially helpful, but the most important qualities are excellent communication, strong guest care and a genuine interest in helping people feel their best.
Benefits of Joining The Knotstop
Working at The Knotstop means more than building a schedule of guests. We believe supporting our team creates a better experience for everyone, which is why we invest in our employees both professionally and personally.
Apply Today
Applying only takes about five minutes. Upload your resume, or paste your work history directly into the form if you are applying from your phone. Please include your current certification or license information when applicable, your weekday and weekend availability, and the position you are applying for.
Complete the application below to share your contact information, preferred position, professional experience, availability, training, and resume or work history.