Alaska Sauna Guide

Alaska's sauna scene features Nordic spas in the Chugach Mountains and mobile wood-fired saunas delivered to stunning Kenai Peninsula locations.

There are 3 saunas in and around Alaska, including Girdwood (1), Seward (1) and Valdez (1). A session costs $35 to $400, with a median of $139. 1 has a cold plunge, 2 are wood-fired and 1 has a steam room. 3 of them show open session times live, so you can check before you go.

3

saunas

$35–$400

per session

1

with cold plunge

3

with live availability

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Quick picks

Lowest prices

The cheapest per-visit sessions in Alaska, by listed price.

Best for a cold plunge

Saunas with a cold plunge on site.

Wood-fired

Saunas heated by a wood stove.

Check open times live

Open session times come straight from these saunas' booking systems.

Compare saunas in Alaska

SaunaPriceCold plungeLive times
Alyeska Nordic Spa$139YesYes
Sauna Valdez$35 for 75 min–Yes
Seward Saunas$400–Yes

All 3 saunas in Alaska

Alyeska Nordic Spa

Girdwood

  • Cold plunge
  • Steam room
  • Soaking tub
Snow-covered forest loop with barrel sauna and wooden soaking tub along a boardwalk at Alyeska Nordic SpaGuests relaxing in the outdoor hydrotherapy pool with timber pavilion and evergreen trees at Alyeska Nordic SpaCold plunge waterfall pool with mountain views and evergreen trees at Alyeska Nordic Spa

Alyeska Nordic Spa is an electric sauna in Girdwood. Sessions are $139. It has a cold plunge, a steam room, a soaking tub, showers and food. Towels are included. Its open session times show live on its listing.

Alaska's first Nordic spa, a stunning 50,000 sq ft indoor-outdoor facility at Alyeska Resort in the Chugach Mountains. Features Finnish sauna, Halotherapy Signature sauna, two Banya saunas, two barrel saunas, aromatherapy steam rooms, hot/warm/cold hydrotherapy pools, cold plunge waterfall, and exfoliation cabin with Alaskan sea salt. On-site Two Trees Bistro. Reservations required. 45-min scenic drive from Anchorage.

Price
$139
Hours
Daily 10am-9pm
Sessions
Co-ed (18+)
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
1000 Arlberg Avenue, Girdwood, AK 99587

Sauna Valdez

Valdez

  • Wood-fired
Two people relaxing inside the wood-fired Sauna Valdez with trees visible through the window

Sauna Valdez is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Valdez. Sessions are $35 for 75 min. It has showers. Capacity is listed as 10 people. Its open session times show live on its listing.

Wood-fired sauna at Eagles Rest RV Park in Valdez. Community sessions (MWF 4:30pm, 6pm, 7:30pm; Sat & Sun 6pm) from $35/person. Private sessions from $175 for up to 10 guests. Indoor bathrooms and showers available Nov–May.

Price
$35 for 75 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimwear required
Address
Eagles Rest RV Park, Valdez, AK 99686

Seward Saunas

Seward

  • Wood-fired
Interior of the Aialik mobile sauna with wooden bucket and sauna accessories on a cedar bench

Seward Saunas is a mobile sauna service based in Seward that brings the sauna to you. Sessions are $400. Capacity is listed as 10 people. Its open session times show live on its listing.

Luxury mobile wood-fired saunas delivered across the Kenai Peninsula. Two saunas available in Seward: Godwin (16', 8 guests, cool down room, from $400) and Chenega (20', 10 guests, cool down room, from $475). Delivered at 5pm, picked up at 9am. Optional add-ons include spa towels, campfire, craft chocolate/s'mores, herbal tea, and polar plunge packages. Also available in Valdez. Seasonal lodge-only availability Oct 1 – Dec 15.

Price
$400
Sessions
Private booking
Clothing
Up to your group
Address
Seward, AK 99664

Frequently asked questions

How many saunas are there in Alaska?

There are 3 public saunas and bathhouses in and around Alaska.

How much does a sauna session cost in Alaska?

Listed per-visit prices run from $35 to $400, with a median of $139. The lowest are Sauna Valdez ($35 for 75 min), Alyeska Nordic Spa ($139) and Seward Saunas ($400).

Where can I cold plunge after the sauna in Alaska?

1 sauna has a cold plunge: Alyeska Nordic Spa.

Are there wood-fired saunas in Alaska?

Yes: Sauna Valdez and Seward Saunas use a wood stove.

Can I check sauna availability in Alaska online?

Alyeska Nordic Spa, Sauna Valdez and Seward Saunas show open session times live. Open a listing to see today's times.

Prices and hours can change, so check the listing before you go. More sauna guides