Space combines modern art with high-quality sauna and cold plunge facilities, creating a calming decor that supports serious contrast therapy. Atmosphere stays laid-back and welcoming, fostering a sense of community without distractions like phones. Cleanliness stands out, making it suitable for regular wellness routines.
"I love how clean and welcoming the place feels."
"The sauna and cold plunge feel top notch and unique."
"The atmosphere is great and the staff know their stuff."
Good to know
The monthly membership is reasonably priced and includes access to various saunas.
Early morning hours allow for heat and ice therapy during the work week.
Phones aren’t allowed inside the bathing areas for privacy and relaxation.
Space blends modern elegance with serene tranquility, creating a calming vibe that soothes the nervous system. Large sauna and cold plunge areas offer a unique hot/cold experience that feels intimate and social. Rooms inside are fun and engaging, making it a welcoming spot for wellness and connection.
"I love how the place feels like a friendly wellness community."
"This bathhouse offers a unique, rejuvenating experience with its saunas and cold plunges."
"Othership feels like a welcoming, social bathhouse with a strong community vibe."
Good to know
Sharisse teaches on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The UNWIND experience helps regulate your nervous system.
Othership offers innovative sober socials that foster a sense of community.
Tiled wet rooms with opaque curtains separate treatment areas, creating a clean, modern environment. The atmosphere stays calm and relaxing, supported by quiet privacy during treatments. Korean body scrubs and massages stand out as thorough and authentic experiences.
"I love the relaxing Korean body scrub and massage combo."
"The sauna and steam sessions make the visit more relaxing."
Good to know
Booking in advance is necessary because the spa is very popular.
The body scrub treatment includes a thorough scrub, a wash, and a salt/sugar scrub.
The price for a basic facial is over $100.
Exposed brick and a mini waterfall create a hidden oasis with a serene ambiance. Spacious water lounge includes steam sauna, plunge pools, and hot tubs, all well maintained and unisex. The space feels peaceful and relaxing when not crowded, offering thoughtful design and clean facilities.
"I love relaxing in the sauna and massages."
"I highly recommend this place to unwind."
"The bathhouse and water lounge are incredibly relaxing."
Good to know
Bring a bathing suit for the water lounge.
Disposables are available for men and women if you don't have a swimsuit.
The shower and locker room facilities are clean and tidy.
Historic building houses ancient temple-inspired baths with a zen atmosphere and unique salt floatation pool. Peaceful environment suits couples and groups seeking to disconnect and relax. Interior design features beautiful, hollow spaces that amplify quietness and calm.
"The bathhouse here is so beautiful and serene."
"The bathhouse feels calm, beautiful, and relaxing."
"I think this is the best and most luxurious bathhouse around."
Good to know
You need to prepay for the service.
Lockers are provided, and no cell phones are allowed past the locker rooms.
Arrive 15 minutes early to get the most out of your experience.
Massive space with multiple saunas and pools offers both private and communal relaxation. Bathhouse rituals like Aufguss create a lively, euphoric vibe. Unique sauna shows with essential oils and towel dances keep the experience fresh and engaging.
"I loved the variety of saunas and pools for relaxing."
"The Bathhouse staff are so pleasant and professional."
"The thermal pools offer an interesting variety of temperatures for a refreshing escape."
Good to know
The group sauna experience is available after 6pm on weeknights.
The Aufguss ritual is performed every 1.5 hours and is a must-experience.
Guests are refused admission if they arrive after 11:15 PM.
Old building houses multiple saunas and steam rooms with a hot Russian-style banya and an ice-cold plunge pool. Crowded, noisy atmosphere feels old school and cramped, with lively chatter and occasional yelling. Rooftop patio offers a crisp, quiet break from the intense heat and crowd inside.
"I loved the intense heat and relaxing baths."
"I found this bathhouse to be the best I ever experienced."
"The bathhouse felt basic and wasn’t my thing."
Good to know
Avoid weekends because it’s PACKED!
The $60 entry fee is not mentioned on their website.
Shorts, slippers, and towels are included in the cost of visiting the bathhouse.
WORLD SPA
Large facility blends unique snow room and multiple saunas with polar plunge pools for wellness. Atmosphere shifts from relaxing to lively, enhanced by attendant Leonid's care and a venik ritual. Modern design and interesting restaurant dishes complete the experience.
"I found the experience here to be beautiful and interesting."
"The bathhouse here is so clean and orderly."
"I think this bathhouse beats all others in NYC."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended for special events and sauna sessions.
Sauna sessions occur at 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM daily.
Guided sauna experiences are available throughout the day.
Rustic underground setting with brick walls and warm lighting creates an old-school, communal atmosphere. Sauna heats over 200 degrees, offering an authentic and intense experience. Lounge areas and traditional dining add to the blend of Old World charm and modern amenities.
"It's an old school bathhouse, a real novelty."
"It's a great bathhouse that keeps it authentic without fancy frills."
"It felt like a clean, authentic Russian bathhouse."
Good to know
The price has increased to $55 and $8 for a robe.
The kitchen closes at 10 PM, but may close earlier.
Visitors should avoid peak hours for a better experience.
Basement spa offers cleanliness and hospitality with multiple pools and saunas. Guided dry-sauna sessions add a unique challenge and music performances create an interesting twist. Upscale drinks and food enhance the wellness experience in a calm, stylish setting.
"I felt extremely refreshed after my full-body massage at the Bathhouse."
"The bathhouse is small with just a few pools."
"Amy's massage technique was interesting and worth it."
Good to know
You need to bring your own bottle of water.
Phones are not allowed in the spa.
Book your massages early to ensure availability.