A key part of the wellness industry that involves high temperatures in either a wet or dry setting, saunas have become hugely popular among Londoners in recent years. These are used for relaxation, stress relief and to make you sweat, which is thought to detoxify the body and improve cardiovascular health.
If all of that sounds like a bit of you, then you're in luck, as we've rounded up 10 of the very top spots for a steamy session. Read on to find out the best saunas London has to offer, from wooden huts at a lido to stylish spas and even one on a boat.
Best London Saunas
Rooftop Saunas
- Hackney address: Netil Corner, 2 Bocking Street, E8 4RU
- Brixton address: International House, 6 Canterbury Crescent, SW9 7QD
- Price: From £11 per person
Looking for a private sauna in London? Then check out Rooftop Saunas, where you can enjoy a hand-crafted timber sauna, a cool-down room and hot shower all to yourself, or as part of a group if you're coming with friends. They also offer aromatherapy, skincare and refreshments in the cool-down rooms, as well as cold plunges and waterfalls in the shared area.
Their original Hackney venue is found between Broadway Market and Victoria Park, located on the top storey of its building. The newer Brixton location also promises amazing views from 11 floors up, and both sites have room for up to four people in each sauna. Prices start from just £11 per person for 30 minutes, or £16.50 for the hour - and the latter also includes full access to the cool-down rooms.
For a private but affordable experience, head to Rooftop Saunas in Hackney or Brixton.
Sauna And Plunge
- Address: 124 Tabernacle Street, Shoreditch, EC2A 4SA
- Price: From £30 per person
A Finnish sauna in London that offers so much under one roof, Sauna And Plunge can be found in Shoreditch. Inspired by all things Nordic, the sophisticated space provides infrared and electric saunas that allow you to sweat out toxins, before re-energising with a plunge into their ice cold pools.
Prices begin at £30 per person, for 25 minutes in the sauna and five minutes in the pool. You'll also find yoga and breathwork classes for some added relaxation, starting from £20 for an hour. And afterwards? Be sure to head to the boutique coffee lounge for natural juices or specialty coffee.
This sleek spot is ideal for a sauna and cold plunge in London.
Community Sauna Baths
- Address: Multiple locations
- Price: From £9.50 per person
Been searching for 'saunas near me' lately? With sites in Bermondsey, Peckham, Hackney, Stratford and Camberwell, you're never too far from Community Sauna Baths. This is a not-for-profit organisation that offers an authentic and affordable experience, either through private bookings or communal spaces.
Prices start from as little as £9.50 per person for 60 minutes, or £5 for concessions. There are cold plunge pools too, and they also host regular sauna events like breathwork classes, sound baths and aromatherapy.
These welcoming destinations offer a sense of community across the city.
Brockwell Lido
- Address: Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road, SE24 0PA
- Price: £8 per person
Brockwell Lido can be found in the corner of the spacious Brockwell Park, a hub of activity in South London. It's beloved by locals all year round, and features a huge, open-air pool for the public to make use of.
There are also a number of small wooden huts, that are used as saunas on the edge of the water. This is part of their spa, which costs just £8 per person to access, or it's free if you're a member - making it one of the most cheap saunas in London.
Swim and sauna at Brockwell Lido.
Arc Canary Wharf
- Address: Level -2, Unit 46, Minus, 1 Crossrail Place, E14 5AR
- Price: From £45 for three sessions
A great choice for a sauna in East London, Arc Canary Wharf is a contrast therapy experience that's nestled within the business district. They blend modern scientific research with traditional practices, using the power of nature to bring you balance and relaxation.
After a session in the UK's largest sauna, which seats up to 65 people, you can take a dip in the ice bath before connecting with others in their lounge space. They also offer guided sauna sessions, where instructors will teach you the art of meditation, breathwork, aromatherapy and much more. Buy passes from £45, which includes three classes, or opt for membership instead.
Experience full-body relaxation at Arc Canary Wharf.
Banya No.1
- Address: 17 Micawber Street, N1 7TB
- Price: spa packages from £75
Located in Hoxton, Banya No.1 is a sophisticated spa that offers a wide variety of packages, beginning from £75 per person for two and a half hours. Their Parnaya steam sauna stimulates blood circulation and gets you sweating, and there are icy plunge pools to cool down afterwards.
They encourage you to do this process multiple times to enhance your experience. While you're here, add on massages, mud masks, body scrubs and more, or take part in a sound bath ritual. There's also a restaurant on-site, serving traditional Eastern European fare and wellness drinks.
Experience Russian-inspired spa treatments at this Hoxton hotspot.
Sweat Lounge
- Address: 48 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, W4 1SZ
- Price: from £30 per person
West Londoners, this one's for you. Chiswick's Sweat Lounge is an infrared sauna that uses cutting-edge light technology to improve both physical and mental health. This is scientifically backed, and their process has seen improvements in exercise recovery, flexibility and the immune system, among other benefits.
Their Sunlighten saunas are eco-friendly and non-toxic, with boutique designs and customisable packages on offer. Book a 30-minute solo session for £30, or choose from a range of affordable membership options for multiple visits.
Feel the health benefits at Sweat Lounge, a unique infrared sauna.
Skuna Boats
- Address: West India Quay, Off Hertsmere Road, E14 4AL
- Price: from £15 per person
If you're looking for something a little more unique, then check out Skuna Boats' floating sauna, located on a boat in Canary Wharf. This is a wood-fired sauna that's heated to between 70 and 90 degrees, which you can enjoy alongside amazing views of the city.
There'll be DJ-curated music to enhance your experience, as well as a rooftop cold plunge pool to cool off afterwards. You can book a private or shared session for 60 minutes, fitting up to 15 people and starting from £15 per head. Refreshments are also available, and it's open all year round.
This quirky sauna boat makes for an unusual day out.
Sauna Social Club
- Address: Railway Arch, 842 Brayards Road, SE15 2AG
- Price: from £14.99 per person
Make your way to Peckham for a sociable experience at Sauna Social Club. These guys run four different sessions throughout the week, each designed to give you a unique experience. Their essential package costs £14.99 for 50 minutes, giving you the opportunity to move freely between the sauna and ice baths.
They also offer social sessions where you'll relax to ambient DJ sets, or get involved in breathwork, yoga and meditation activities. Afterwards, head to the bar to chill out with others, while sipping a hot drink or mocktail.
For a more sociable experience, head to Sauna Social Club in Peckham.
Parliament Hill Lido
- Address: Parliament Hill Fields, Gordon House Road, NW5 1LT
- Price: £3.50 per person
Possibly the cheapest option on our list, Parliament Hill Lido's sauna costs only £3.50 per head for an hour-long session. This can be booked in the 15 minutes before the hour begins, and it's open from 7am to 1pm on a first come, first served basis - very popular among swimmers.
The lido has been around since 1938, and the pool itself is well worth a visit too. So for the perfect morning out, swim a few laps before relaxing in the steam.
Swimming and sauna-ing is the name of the game at Parliament Hill Lido.
For more spa-inspired days out, take a look at our guide to the city's best rooftop pools.
