Formation Sauna + Wellness

Formation Sauna + Wellness

🔥 Traditional Sauna

📍 305 Brown St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19123

Pricing

Service Price
Private Session Solo: $$85, Two People: $$135, Four People: $$195, Three People: $$175
90-minute private sauna sessions
⭐ 4.5 (72 reviews) View on Google

What Visitors Say

What Visitors Liked

✓ cold plunge tub available✓ sauna service wonderful✓ best sauna/wellness spot✓ serene beautiful atmosphere✓ friendly welcoming staff✓ talented intuitive therapists✓ restorative sound baths✓ tailored massage services✓ clean facilities with amenities✓ magical restorative space

What Visitors Noted

• unclear exterior signage

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Formation Sauna + Wellness provides Philadelphia's first authentic traditional sauna experience, located in the Northern Liberties neighborhood. Spa-goers consistently praise it as the best sauna and wellness spot in the city. The core offering is a wonderful sauna service, now complete with a new cold plunge tub, facilitating a restorative thermal therapy journey. Guests can book private sauna rooms, such as the room for two, which includes exclusive use, lockers, robes, towels, and washcloths. The facility is designed for a comprehensive recovery experience, with many visitors, including athletes and those post-race, utilizing the sauna to relax muscles and find physical relief. Beyond the thermal offerings, the spa provides a wide array of tailored wellness services. Guests highlight phenomenal, intuitive massages from therapists like Kate, Valentina, Hillary, and Sam, who curate each session to individual needs. The spa also hosts restorative sound bath meditations and full moon sessions led by the intuitive owner, Sarah, which guests find deeply immersive and therapeutic. The space itself is described as a beautiful, serene, and magical environment with inviting decor, pleasant aromas, and a whispering-quiet atmosphere that promotes instant relaxation. It is a versatile destination for individuals, couples, and groups, offering services through day passes, memberships, and private sessions.

What Reviewers Love

  • The sauna service, now featuring a new cold plunge tub, is frequently cited as wonderful and a key reason for visiting.
  • Massage therapists receive high praise for being talented, intuitive, and providing uniquely tailored, effective treatments.
  • The atmosphere is consistently described as serene, beautiful, and magically restorative, with a staff that is friendly and welcoming.

Amenities

Traditional saunaCold plunge tubPrivate sauna roomsLockersRobesTowelsWash clothsChanging roomShowerToiletFoot soak

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the spa entrance easy to find?

The exterior can be discreet. Guests access the spa by walking upstairs to a call button at the business door, which unlocks upon pressing.

What types of services are available besides the sauna?

The spa offers tailored massages, restorative sound bath meditations, foot soaks, and various wellness workshops. Private sessions and couples massages are also available.

Can I visit with a friend or group?

Yes, the spa accommodates groups, with options like private sauna rooms for two. It has been used for small events like bachelorette afternoons.