Saunas and Bathhouses in New York City
Modern Bathhouse
Modern luxury bathhouse with rooftop pools and minimalist design.
Modern Bathhouse
Brooklyn's premier bathhouse with stunning city views.
Korean Spa
Massive Korean spa with multiple themed saunas and pools.
Boutique Sauna
Guided breathwork sessions in beautifully designed sauna spaces.
Korean Spa
Traditional Korean spa in the heart of Koreatown.
Modern Bathhouse
Black-owned community bathhouse bringing wellness to Brooklyn.
Day Spa
Seasonal spa on Governors Island with harbor views.
Korean Spa
24-hour Korean spa for ultimate flexibility.
Day Spa
NYC's original water lounge spa with thermal pools.
Korean Spa
Expansive Korean spa with NYC skyline views across the Hudson.
Infrared Sauna
Modern infrared sauna studio with chromotherapy.
Russian Banya
Female-owned authentic Russian banya experience.
Modern Bathhouse
Multi-cultural spa with themed rooms from around the world.
Russian Banya
Downtown Russian bathhouse with authentic banya experience.
Infrared Sauna
Red light therapy and infrared sauna in private suites.
Infrared Sauna, Modern Bathhouse
Modern bathing club with infrared sauna, dry sauna, and cold plunge in NoHo.
Private Sauna Studio
Private sauna and ice bath studio with cedar dry sauna and Brazilian slate amenities.
Japanese Sauna
Japanese-inspired neighborhood sauna with two communal dry heat saunas and cold plunges.
Japanese Sauna
Japanese-inspired sauna with very hot dry saunas and cold plunge pool in Greenpoint.
Russian Banya
Traditional Russian banya and bathhouse with hammam, swimming pool, and restaurant.
Korean Spa
Korean day spa with outdoor terrace restaurant and heated pools.
Russian Banya
Traditional Russian banya spa with saunas and on-site restaurant with authentic Russian cuisine.
Korean Spa
Full-service Korean spa with multiple pools, 8+ saunas, and healing rooms.
Infrared Sauna
Infrared sauna facility with therapeutic health benefits.
Gym Sauna
Day pass available
Day passes include locker-room sauna access, climbing and fitness. Rental equipment costs extra; 4.5% NYC sales tax applies.
Access details ↗25,000 sq ft climbing gym with dry saunas in full-service locker rooms.
Gym Sauna
Five-level luxury gym with infrared sauna and steam rooms.
Gym Sauna
35,000 sq ft community gym with pool, tennis courts, sauna, and rock climbing wall.
Gym Sauna
80,000 sq ft luxury health club with indoor and outdoor pools, spa, and sauna.
Hotel Spa
Day pass available
Recovery Day Pass includes sauna access. Advance booking required; confirm availability with the spa.
Access details ↗Home to Exhale Spa, featuring a large hammam, snow room, and traditional sauna.
Boutique Sauna
Open to non-guests
Non-members can reserve experiences. Private sauna and contrast suites are available.
Access details ↗Flatiron wellness club offering infrared sauna suites, guided ice baths, and private contrast therapy. Experiences can be booked without a membership.
Infrared Sauna
Affordable neighborhood recovery studio offering infrared sauna, cold plunge, compression, and red light therapy.
Infrared Sauna
Williamsburg recovery studio with infrared sauna, cold plunge, Normatec compression, and red light therapy.
Modern Bathhouse
Guided breathwork-and-sauna experience from the Othership brand, set in a Williamsburg waterfront space.
Infrared Sauna
Private infrared sauna suites with red-light therapy and chromotherapy options.
Modern Bathhouse
New Brooklyn outpost of the Bathhouse brand with saunas, cold plunge, and communal bathing.
Boutique Sauna
Boutique Tribeca spa offering sauna, cold plunge, and therapeutic massage.
Infrared Sauna, Wellness Center
SoHo wellness club with infrared sauna suites, guided ice baths and contrast therapy. Individual experiences are available by reservation without a membership.
About the Sauna Scene in New York City
New York City has one of the oldest and most diverse bathhouse scenes in North America. From century-old Russian and Turkish steam rooms in the East Village to Korean-style jjimjilbangs in Flushing and sleek social bathhouses in Williamsburg and Flatiron, you can find almost every bathing tradition within a single subway ride.
Most NYC saunas fall into three camps: traditional Russian and Turkish banyas with heavy platza oak-leaf treatments, Korean spas built around multiple themed rooms and contrast bathing, and newer wellness-focused bathhouses offering hot-cold circuits, breathwork, and ice baths. Expect day passes from around $40 at Korean spas up to $70–$90 at modern bathhouses.
What to Bring
A Koriboshi Sauna Hat
A sauna hat protects your hair and helps regulate head temperature during longer sessions — a staple in Russian and Finnish sauna traditions. Koriboshi makes a double-layered Japanese cotton sauna hat designed for real bathhouse use.
Shop KoriboshiFrequently Asked Questions
How much does a sauna session cost in New York City?
NYC sauna and bathhouse day passes typically range from $40 to $90. Korean-style jjimjilbangs are usually the most affordable at around $40–$50 for all-day access. Modern social bathhouses charge $60–$90 for a single session, and traditional Russian-Turkish banyas fall in the middle at around $50–$70.
What's the best sauna in NYC?
The best sauna depends on the experience you want. For traditional Russian-Turkish banya with platza treatments, the East Village has been the historic home of the scene since the late 1800s. For Korean-style jjimjilbangs with multiple themed rooms, head to Flushing. For modern contrast bathing and social wellness, Williamsburg and Flatiron have the newer concept bathhouses.
Do you need to bring a swimsuit to NYC bathhouses?
Most mixed-gender bathhouses in NYC require a swimsuit. Traditional Russian banyas and Korean spas typically have single-gender bathing areas where nudity is customary, plus coed common rooms that use loaner shorts and t-shirts. Check each venue's rules before going.
Are there coed saunas in NYC?
Yes. Most modern bathhouses in Williamsburg, Flatiron, and Brooklyn are fully coed and require swimsuits. Traditional Korean jjimjilbangs have single-gender bathing zones but a large coed common room where everyone wears provided shorts and t-shirts.
What should I bring to a sauna in NYC?
Bring a swimsuit, a water bottle, flip-flops for the wet areas, and a sauna hat to protect your hair and help regulate head temperature during longer sessions. Most venues provide towels, a robe, and basic toiletries, but some Russian banyas expect you to bring your own.