Reviews by GracieN

This review is for Shizuka Ryokan, Hepburn Springs VIC

verified email - 05 Sep 2009

It was truly relaxing. The staff were also very informed, friendly and helpful. Great service as well. Love that each room has their own spa. Very traditional rooms with a futon bed - which was surprisingly comfortable.
The shiatsu massage probably wasn't my style as there was alot of rolling around during the massage. At the end of my spa treatment, they ran out of hot water in their showers (as three other couples decided to fill in their spa all at the same time), so I had to take a cold shower (in the middle of winter) to wash the mud off from my body wrap. In hearing about the incident, the host (Peter) gave us drinks on the house and made sure that we were fine.
Food was incredible, so close to traditional Japanese food. Shizuka Ryokan is definitely the place to be for a romantic and relaxing weekend.

Approximate cost: $800

This review is for Peppercorn Pizza, Doncaster East VIC

verified email - 04 Sep 2009

The pizzas here are fantastic! Love the deep pan option as well! They do get very busy (since their pizza are so amazing!!), but the wait is absolutely worth it. To avoid the wait, just give them a buzz beforehand.

Approximate cost: $15

This review is for Roop Rani, Melbourne VIC

verified email - 04 Sep 2009

It was an extremely unpleasant experience. When I arrived to the salon, she was not at all welcoming. During my session, she was actually on the phone to one of her employee asking her to come in early for work. If I was to pay her for my session, the least I'd expect was her 100% attention. Service was horrible and when I checked my face at the end of my session, there were still hairs everywhere. Overall, I would never go back and recommend against going to Roop Rani.

Approximate cost: $50