The Resurgence of Saunas: A Global Trend in Wellness
In recent years, saunas have surged in popularity across the United States, as more people embrace the age-old Finnish tradition of sweating for wellness. Spas and wellness clubs like Othership are cropping up in urban centers, while social media feeds are filled with enticing advertisements for at-home saunas.
Yet, the art of sauna has long been perfected in wellness hotels around the globe. Take, for instance, RXV Wellness Village in Thailand, where high-tech amenities include a hyperbaric chamber aimed at skin and tissue regeneration, along with both infrared and cryo saunas designed for rapid muscle recovery. Meanwhile, Finland itself boasts luxurious hotels, such as Hotel Kämp in Helsinki, where suites come equipped with private saunas for a truly indulgent experience.
The UK is also catching on, with venues like Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire enhancing their spa offerings to include a variety of Onsen tubs, three infrared sauna cabins, and even an ice hut. In the picturesque Lake District, the Brimstone Hotel & Spa invites guests on a tactile journey through Finnish, lava, and herbal saunas, culminating in the relaxing embrace of Himalayan steam rooms.
The perceived benefits of a sauna session are numerous: pain relief, deeper sleep, better circulation, and a radiant complexion make it an easy choice to incorporate into your vacation. For those eager to find the perfect place to unwind, we’ve curated a list of the top hotel saunas to visit in 2025 and beyond.
How We Curate the Best Sauna Hotels Worldwide
Every hotel featured in our list has been carefully selected by our editorial team and penned by a seasoned journalist from Condé Nast Traveler, ensuring an insider’s perspective on each destination. When choosing these hotels, our editors evaluate a diverse range of properties that provide genuine local experiences while keeping design, location, service, and sustainability front and center.