Elisa Kronish

Citysearch

The Scene – Far from the glitz of many city spas, Ether is known mostly to neighborhood residents who pass the curious cherry-wood door announcing: "Women only." An energetic Korean man or woman--husband-and-wife owners--welcomes you to the low-key, windowless basement space. A small hair-styling counter, manicure station (in the kitchen), two rooms--massage and facial--and the hot tub and sauna area make up this quiet, holistic healing-based spa. – – The Services – Arrive early for muscle-relaxing in the hot tub, dry sauna or steam room. With few clients at any one…