Sauna House Durham
📍 326 W Geer St, Durham, North Carolina, 27701
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Day Pass | $40-$50 |
| Membership | $2.00/month |
| Private Session | $200 |
| Public bathhouse: Monday $50, Tuesday $40, Thursday $40, Friday $50, Saturday $50, Sunday $50. Private vaulted room: $200 for 1hr 45mins (up to 6 people). Massage: $175 includes 2-hour bathhouse visit. Massage membership: $180/month (weekday only, 3-month commitment) includes one 60-minute massage and three 2-hour bathhouse visits. | |
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Sauna House Durham provides a world-class contrast therapy experience centered on its exceptional sauna and cold plunge facilities. The venue features both large, clean communal saunas and private sauna rooms, all infused with soothing essential oil aromas. For the ultimate contrast, the public area offers two massive cold pools maintained at 55°F and 45°F. Private rooms include a dedicated single-person cold plunge. Spa-goers describe the sauna experience as deeply relaxing and the cold plunge as invigorating and life-changing, noting significant recovery benefits such as improved sleep, reduced inflammation, and a calmed mind. Guests appreciate the heated benches and lounge chairs for rest between cycles. The experience is designed for sessions, with many guests booking private rooms for 1 hour and 45 minutes to cycle between the heat and cold.
Atmosphere
The spa offers a clean, calming, and inviting atmosphere that guests find deeply relaxing and rejuvenating. The space is consistently described as well-cared-for, tranquil, and focused, providing a beautiful reset for the body and nervous system. A no-phones policy in public areas contributes to the serene environment, allowing for an immersive and restorative self-care experience.
Staff
The staff are consistently highlighted as warm, attentive, welcoming, and helpful. Specific team members, such as Jillian, are noted for providing thorough tours and attending to every need, elevating the overall guest experience. The friendly and happy demeanor of the team is a recurring point of praise among spa-goers.
Additional Amenities
Private sauna rooms include amenities such as a private bathroom and changing area, an open shower, water and cups, a menu of drinks, and a hookup for personal music. Post-sauna showers are enhanced with high-quality shampoos and soaps. The spa also offers kombucha for purchase, which guests find delicious.
Location & Expansion
While some guests note the Durham location is far for them, there is mention of a new location opening soon in Raleigh. The Durham venue is considered by many to be the best sauna experience in North Carolina.
What Reviewers Love
- The contrast therapy between the hot, essential oil-infused saunas and the invigorating cold plunges is described as world-class and life-changing.
- The staff are repeatedly praised for being exceptionally friendly, helpful, and attentive, significantly enhancing the guest experience.
- The facility is consistently noted for its cleanliness, calming atmosphere, and high-quality, spa-like environment.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a private sauna room reservation?
A private room reservation includes a large sauna, a single-person cold plunge, a private bathroom and changing area, an open shower, heated lounge chairs, water, and a hookup for playing music.
What are the cold plunge temperatures in the public area?
The public area features two large cold pools, one maintained at 55°F and the other at 45°F.
Is there a policy on phone use?
Yes, there is a no-phones policy in the public sauna and cold plunge areas to maintain a calm atmosphere, though phones can be used in private rooms.
