Tan Bella

Love the staff, they make things so pleasant and they are so knowledgeable. I also love how updated they keep all their machines. This is my Zen where it can turn any bad day into one that's golden.

I had an appointment at 10 AM for a Level 4 lay-down tanning bed, which is part of my monthly package at TanBella. When I arrived, they had me down for a Level 5 bed instead which is not what I pay for. I asked if they had a Level 4 available, but they said no, and they only offered the Level 5 if I paid extra. I really didn’t want to pay more since it was their scheduling mistake, and they didn’t have any lower-level laydown beds available either. In the end, I basically had to pay extra for the Level 5 just to get my tanning session done. It’s frustrating that they don’t have a more reliable booking system to avoid these issues. Overall, it was a pretty irritating… read full review

Tan Bella in the Castro is more than just a tanning salon—it’s a little oasis of care and comfort.

I’ve struggled with very severe plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis since I was young. Growing up in New Mexico, I would cover up my arms and legs even in the summer heat, just to avoid the discomfort and stigma. Over time, I learned that regular exposure to vitamin D made a huge difference for me—physically and emotionally. While I know tanning can be controversial, for me it’s been an important part of managing a lifelong autoimmune condition in a natural, non-invasive way.

Tan Bella has been such a gift. The space is spotless, the staff are lovely and… read full review