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Saunas, bathhouses and cold plunges in Des Moines

33 places to get hot (and cold) in and around Des Moines, IA: 1 sauna & bathhouse, 6 recovery studios, 26 gyms with saunas. Pick what you're after below.

Life Time

Urbandale · ★ 4.1 (443) · 📍 Map
🏋️ Gym with sauna ♨️ Hot tub or pools

Pace317

East Village, Des Moines · ★ 4.9 (57) · 📍 Map
🏋️ Gym with sauna 🔴 Infrared
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Saunas in Des Moines: quick answers

How many saunas are in Des Moines?

We list 33 places to sauna in and around Des Moines: 1 sauna & bathhouse, 6 recovery studios, 26 gyms with saunas.

What are the best-rated saunas in Des Moines?

Based on Google ratings with at least 30 reviews, the top-rated dedicated saunas, spas and recovery studios are vIVid Wellness + Aesthetics (5★), REALM aesthetics (5★), Coachlight Clinic & Spa (4.9★).

Where can I do a sauna and cold plunge in Des Moines?

3 places offer both heat and a cold plunge for contrast therapy, including Empeiria Sauna House, vIVid Wellness + Aesthetics, Pause West Des Moines.

Where can I find an infrared sauna in Des Moines?

6 places mention infrared saunas, including Anytime Fitness, HOTWORX- Altoona, IA, HOTWORX - Clive, IA - University Ave. Infrared rooms run cooler than traditional saunas and are often booked as private sessions.

Which gyms in Des Moines have a sauna?

26 gyms and fitness clubs mention a sauna, steam room or cold plunge, including Crunch Fitness - Urbandale, Genesis Health Clubs - Merle Hay, Genesis Health Clubs - Mills Civic. Access usually requires a membership or day pass, so check before you go.

Amenities come from each venue's Google listing and what visitors mention in reviews. Things change, so confirm with the venue before you go. New to saunas? Read our first-visit guide.