Saunas, bathhouses and cold plunges in Washington, DC

We list 97 places to sauna in and around Washington, DC: 13 saunas and bathhouses, 3 spas with saunas, 8 recovery studios, 73 gyms with saunas.

Based on Google ratings with at least 30 reviews, the top-rated dedicated saunas, spas and recovery studios are Alpha Cryo (5★), THRIVE CRYOSTUDIO (4.9★), Cater Wellness (4.9★).

9 places offer both heat and a cold plunge for contrast therapy, including Parkside Spa & Sauna, Spa Riverside, SweatHouz Mosaic Contrast Therapy Studio.

Hammam Bethesda, Hammam Luna, The Steam & Chill Sauna Co. offer banya or hammam-style bathing, usually with steam, hot rooms and cold pools.

13 places mention infrared saunas, including SweatHouz Mosaic Contrast Therapy Studio, SweatHouz Pike and Rose Contrast Therapy Studio, Perspire Sauna Studio. Infrared rooms run cooler than traditional saunas and are often booked as private sessions.

Yes. SweatHouz Mosaic Contrast Therapy Studio, SweatHouz Ballston Contrast Therapy Studio, SweatHouz Pike and Rose Contrast Therapy Studio offer private rooms or suites, which are good for couples or first-timers.

73 gyms and fitness clubs mention a sauna, steam room or cold plunge, including LA Fitness, Onelife Fitness - Seven Corners, Onelife Fitness - Fort Totten. Access usually requires a membership or day pass, so check before you go.