Saunas & Cold Plunges in Boston, MA

Discover the best saunas, cold plunges, and bathhouses across Boston, from old-school Russian and Eastern European banyas and Korean-style spas to new contrast-therapy and social-sauna studios in Cambridge and Somerville, plus harbor-side cold plunges on the waterfront. Boston's sauna culture is old-world at heart and growing fast.

29 facilities in Boston

Common questions about saunas in Boston

What is the cheapest sauna drop-in in Boston?

The lowest drop-in prices on ThermAtlas for Boston are at Prema Wellness Club ($25), B/SPOKE Studios East Boston (SAUNA) ($25), Backyard Boston ($35). Prices change, so confirm on the facility's site before you go.

Where can I do contrast therapy (sauna and cold plunge) in Boston?

Places in Boston with both a heat and a cold option include Backyard Boston, Boston Recharge, Dillon's Health Spa, Modern Wellness Westwood, Moki Sauna Allston.

Is there a Russian banya in Boston?

For banya-style wet heat with steam on hot stones in Boston, try Dillon's Russian Steam Bath, Fire and Ice Spa, Kelo Spa & Steam.

Which saunas in Boston take walk-ins?

These Boston spots accept walk-ins: Backyard Boston, Moki Sauna Allston, Plunge Boston, Moki Sauna South Boston, The Spa at Encore Boston Harbor. Most others need a reservation.

Is there a community or social sauna in Boston?

Community saunas in Boston include Moki Sauna Allston, Timbre Thermal Retreat, Moki Sauna South Boston.

Where can I get an all-day spa pass in Boston?

Day passes in Boston are offered by Restore Spa at Healthworks Cambridge ($40), Plunge Boston ($50), Modern Wellness Westwood ($149), Remedy Place Boston ($225).