Relaxation goes robotic: TIME’s 'Best Invention' in massage tech now in Oceanside

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- Imagine a massage designed to adapt to your body in real time — no human required. That’s the promise of Aescape, the robotic massage system now available at Sunny’s Spa in Oceanside, marking its first debut in the region.

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Located with the popular Seabird Resort, this on-demand massage experience is redefining relaxation through robotics and personalization.

Already hailed as one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024, Aescape officially launched last year and has rapidly scaled to over 100 top-tier locations across the country — from Equinox gyms to luxury hotels like Marriott and Hyatt. Now, for the first time, San Diegans can try the viral massage tech without hopping on a plane or checking into a wellness resort.

Let’s put it this way: if your massage therapist had perfect memory, a PhD in biomechanics, and never ran late — that’s the Aescape promise. As explained by staff at Sunny's Spa, guests can choose their focus areas, intensity, pressure preferences, and even mood, all through a sleek interface.

Whether you’re curious about recovery tech or just need a quick tune-up after a long work week, you can now book an Aescape session directly through the Sunny’s Spa website. The cost of each session ranges from $55 upwards to $145, based on style and duration.