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The Secret Garden Spa logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE

The Secret Garden Spa

Riverside, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #43Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 214 massage therapists · 5.0★ from 49 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other massage therapists (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Secret Garden Spa is better than 99% of massage therapists.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Secret Garden Spa is better than 98% of massage therapists.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Secret Garden Spa is better than —% of massage therapists.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Secret Garden Spa is better than 100% of massage therapists.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Secret Garden Spa is better than 100% of massage therapists.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Secret Garden Spa is better than —% of massage therapists.–
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Customers hired The Secret Garden Spa for 1 kinds of job.

The Secret Garden Spa for skin treatments

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.6
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$103–$149
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Skin treatments”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#14 / 38
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 6 Google reviews tagged “Skin treatments”

Tanya2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Had a great deep tissue massage and cupping with Alfred this past week, really recommend having your massage needs with him. Great ambiance and of course the wonderful prices. Really recommend this spa 100%

Great priceSkin treatmentsService not listed
Arica3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

This was my first time at the secret garden spa, and Alfred did an excellent job! I got the hot stone + aroma therapy oil massage and I feel great! There is a noticeable difference in areas where I hold tension. Can’t thank them enough! And am looking forward to my next appointment.

Great priceSkin treatments
Jenny3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Alfredo , thank you for your treatment ( face lymphatic drainage /red light therapy)it was what I needed at the moment and your surpass my expectations , great service!!

Great priceSkin treatmentsService not listed
Isabella2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I love the Secret Garden. I’ve been coming to Rita for a few years now and she is the sweetest person who genuinely cares about you as a person and especially about making sure you and your skin are taken care of. She is so intentional with every aspect of her beautiful spa. I always feel so relaxed and enjoy every…

Skin treatmentsBody waxing
Chris13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

THE only place I trust for all of my facials and lash lifts/tints. The Secret Garden is a slice of heaven. It’s cozy and welcoming. Rita not only knows her stuff about skincare but always shares pertinent info all ways to be healthy. Alfred’s massages are wonderful. I love that he can explain what is causing my…

Great priceSkin treatments
Laura2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Rita and Albert have changed my life!! Rita’s facials are out of the world. When I know I’m getting one I look forward to it all day. I love Albert’s massages too. He is very knowledgeable , professional and kind. Albert offers many massages to pick from. Riverside is so lucky to have A Secret Garden Spa in our neighborhood.

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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 80%Reasonable 20%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Skin treatments6$103–$149

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