Saunas where you can cool off between rounds, in a plunge tub or in natural water.
etsauna lists 18 saunas with a cold plunge in and around Australia, including Tasmania (2), Bondi Beach (1), Collingwood (1), Docklands (1) and Leura (1). Among the 16 that list a per-visit price, a session costs A$25 to A$485, with a median of A$47. 5 are on the water, 5 are wood-fired and 4 have a steam room. etsauna shows open session times live for 13 of them, so you can check before you go. 2 of them haven't opened yet.
Bondi Beach
- Cold plunge
- Steam room
- Soaking tub
38° The Bathhouse is a sauna in Bondi Beach. Sessions are A$49 for 90 min. It has a cold plunge, a steam room, a soaking tub and showers. Capacity is listed as 36 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Bondi Beach bathhouse with three-temperature tiered magnesium pools, traditional Finnish sauna, steam room, cold plunge, and ice baths. Silent sessions Mon-Sun 6:30-9am from $39, midweek Mon-Thu from $49, weekends Fri-Sun from $59. Private infrared saunas and massage treatments also available. Formerly known as Slow House Bondi.
- Price
- A$49 for 90 min
- Hours
- Open 7 days, 6:30am-8:45pm
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Level B1, 180 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Tasmania
- Wood-fired
- Cold plunge
- Soaking tub
Arden Bathhouse is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Tasmania. Sessions are A$485 for 240 min. It has a cold plunge, a soaking tub and showers. Capacity is listed as 6 people.
Private 4-hour self-guided hot and cold ritual in the Tasmanian bush near Richmond (30 min from Hobart). Wood-fired sauna, cold plunge, and hot tub connected by walkways with a cabin for changing and relaxing. Morning (7-8am start) or afternoon (3:30-4:30pm start) sessions. Up to 6 guests, ages 14+. Book by phone (0418 342 511) or via contact form.
- Price
- A$485 for 240 min
- Address
- Richmond, Tasmania, Australia
Richmond
- Wood-fired
- Cold plunge
- Soaking tub
Arden Retreat Bathhouse is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Richmond. Sessions are A$485 for 240 min. It has a cold plunge, a soaking tub and showers. Capacity is listed as 6 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Private 4-hour self-guided hot/cold ritual in the Tasmanian bush. Morning session 8:30am-12:30pm, afternoon session 3:30-7:30pm. Includes wood-fired sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, and private cabin with fireplace. Guests must be 14+. 10 min from Richmond, 30 min from Hobart.
- Price
- A$485 for 240 min
- Address
- 770 Brinktop Rd, Richmond TAS 7025, Australia
Melbourne
- Cold plunge
- Steam room
- Soaking tub
Arima Spa is a sauna in Melbourne. Sessions are A$79 for 120 min. It has a cold plunge, a steam room, a soaking tub and showers. Towels are included. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Contemporary bathhouse in Melbourne's CBD combining thermal pools, cold plunge, saunas, steam room, and onsen-inspired rituals. 2-hour bathing sessions include bathwear, towel, and slippers. Twilight Soak (60 min from 9pm) available from $39. Student pricing available with valid ID. Massage and spa packages also offered. Weekend pricing is $10 more than weekday rates.
- Price
- A$79 for 120 min
- Hours
- Monday-Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday-Sunday 11am-12am
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 14-22 Heffernan Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Leura
Blue Mountains Sauna is a sauna in Leura. Sessions are A$45 for 120 min. The sauna runs at 90°C. It has a cold plunge and showers. Towels are included. Walk-ins are accepted. etsauna shows its open session times live.
- Price
- A$45 for 120 min
- Hours
- Monday - Sunday: 7am - 9pm
- Sessions
- mixed
- Clothing
- required
- Address
- 7 Quinns Ave, Leura NSW 2780, Australia
Point Lonsdale
- Waterfront
- Wood-fired
- Natural plunge
Hello Sauna is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Point Lonsdale. Sessions are A$25 for 30 min. It has a natural cold plunge. Capacity is listed as 5 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Wood-fired sauna by the sea at Point Lonsdale. Open weekends (Friday evening, Saturday, Sunday). Communal sessions: 30min $25, 60min $40. Private sessions: 30min $115, 60min $225. Two saunas available, each fits up to 5 people. Ocean dip between sessions. Also runs seasonal pop-ups at Indented Head.
- Price
- A$25 for 30 min
- Hours
- Fri 5pm-8pm; Sat 7am-4pm; Sun 7am-4pm. Closed Mon-Thu.
- Address
- Golightly Caravan Park, Point Lonsdale, VIC, Australia
Collingwood
Inner Studio Collingwood is an electric sauna in Collingwood. Sessions are A$45 for 60 min. It has a cold plunge and a soaking tub. Capacity is listed as 8 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Warehouse-converted sauna and wellness studio in Collingwood, Melbourne. Features sauna, cold plunge, and hot magnesium pool. Also offers breathwork, yoga, and pilates classes. Live vinyl DJ sets on weekends. Featured in 'Ridiculously Good-Looking Saunas' book.
- Price
- A$45 for 60 min
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Warehouse 5-11 Campbell Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
South Yarra
Inner Studio South Yarra is an electric sauna in South Yarra. Sessions are A$45 for 60 min. It has a cold plunge and a soaking tub. Capacity is listed as 8 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Sauna and wellness studio in South Yarra, Melbourne. Features sauna, cold plunge, and hot magnesium pool. Also offers breathwork, yoga, and pilates classes. Opened February 2026.
- Price
- A$45 for 60 min
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 61-63 Commercial Road, South Yarra VIC 3141
Surfers Paradise
Lan Bathhouse is a sauna in Surfers Paradise. Sessions are A$59 for 90 min. It has a cold plunge and a steam room. Capacity is listed as 30 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Luxury bathhouse in the heart of Surfers Paradise featuring six magnesium-infused spas (four at 38°C, one at 24°C, one 12°C cold plunge), hot sauna, steam room, and a bar. Ages 18+ only. Early bird sessions available at $35 for 60 minutes (6:30am–9:30am weekdays). Weekend sessions $69 for 90 minutes. Private bath hire available for groups of 4–8. Currently closed for renovations until 22 March 2026.
- Price
- A$59 for 90 min
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Level 1, Paradise Centre, 7-11 Elkhorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
Torrensville
Onsen is a sauna in Torrensville. Sessions are A$27 for 25 min. It has a cold plunge and a soaking tub. Capacity is listed as 4 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Sauna, contrast & recovery lounge in Adelaide. Traditional barrel sauna (90-95°C), mineral contrast baths (7°C cold / 40°C hot), compression therapy, and private infrared sauna. 25-min sessions for sauna and contrast baths. Casual drop-in $27 AUD per session. Packs and weekly memberships available.
- Price
- A$27 for 25 min
- Address
- 1/217 Henley Beach Road, Torrensville SA 5031, Australia
Warburton
- Waterfront
- Wood-fired
- Natural plunge
Rivasoul Sauna is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Warburton. Sessions are A$50 for 90 min. It has a natural cold plunge. Towels are included. Capacity is listed as 6 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Nordic bathing experience set among eucalyptus trees on the Yarra River at Oscar's on the Yarra in Warburton. Barrel sauna with arched window overlooking the river, fire pit, and cold plunges into the Yarra. Communal and private sessions available, plus guided Saunagus experiences with essential oils and steam. Light refreshments, bench towels, and sauna guide provided. Ages 16+ only. 12-hour cancellation policy.
- Price
- A$50 for 90 min
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 3185 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC 3799, Australia
Docklands
Sauna Boat Melbourne is a floating, electric sauna in Docklands. Sessions are A$55 for 60 min. The sauna runs at 80°C. It has a cold plunge and showers. Capacity is listed as 4 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Floating sauna moored at Melbourne City Marina in Victoria Harbour, Docklands. Timber-lined sauna with two onboard cold plunge tubs (10°C and 14°C), cold freshwater shower, outdoor seating, and city skyline views. Inspired by the Tasmanian original. Private sessions for up to 5 guests, shared sessions for up to 4. Thirteen 1-hour sessions per day. Bookings open 3 months in advance. Ages 18+ only.
- Price
- A$55 for 60 min
- Hours
- Saturday & Sunday, 7am–7pm
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 84 Newquay Promenade, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
Tasmania
Sauna Boat Tasmania is a floating, electric sauna in Tasmania. Sessions are A$55 for 60 min. The sauna runs at 80°C. It has a natural cold plunge. Towels are included. Capacity is listed as 4 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Floating pontoon sauna moored at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering, about 30 minutes from Hobart. Scandinavian-inspired sauna built with Tasmanian timber. Features a plunge area for cold water immersion. Nine 1-hour sessions per day. Bookings open 3 months in advance. Ages 18+ only.
- Price
- A$55 for 60 min
- Hours
- Saturday & Sunday, 7am–6pm
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Oyster Cove Marina, 7 Ferry Road, Kettering, Tasmania 7155
Northcote
Sauna Goose is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Northcote. Sessions are A$25 for 60 min. It has a cold plunge and showers. Capacity is listed as 10 people.
- Price
- A$25 for 60 min
- Address
- Gadd St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
Shell Cove
Those Floating Saunas is a floating, electric sauna in Shell Cove. Sessions are A$45 for 60 min. It has a natural cold plunge and showers. Capacity is listed as 8 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Floating sauna at Shellharbour Marina. Social sessions (up to 6 people, A$45/person) and private group bookings (up to 8 people, A$299). Cold plunge into the marina via ladder. Outdoor shower and sauna bucket also available for cooling off. Ages 12+. BYO towels.
- Price
- A$45 for 60 min
- Address
- 13 Marina Dr, Shell Cove, NSW 2529, Australia
Phillip Island
- Cold plunge
- Steam room
- Soaking tub
Wellbeing Elements is an electric sauna in Phillip Island. Sessions are A$35 for 60 min. It has a cold plunge, a steam room, a soaking tub and showers. Capacity is listed as 25 people.
Phillip Island's premium bathhouse and recovery centre featuring traditional dry-heat sauna, eucalyptus steam room, hot magnesium pools (37°C), and cold/ice plunge pools. Contrast therapy approach. Infrared sauna and Normatec compression boots available as add-ons. Weekday bathhouse $35, weekend $45, 60-minute sessions. Memberships and 5-packs available. Towels available for hire. Under 2 hours from Melbourne.
- Price
- A$35 for 60 min
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 7am-8:30pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am-3:30pm
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimwear required
- Address
- 87-89 Settlement Road, Cowes, Phillip Island, VIC 3922
Prahran· Opening Opening 15 August 2026
- Cold plunge
- Steam room
- Soaking tub
Navia Bathhouse – Prahran will be a sauna in Prahran, opening Opening 15 August 2026. Sessions are A$80 for 120 min. It has a cold plunge, a steam room and a soaking tub.
Navia's first Melbourne bathhouse, arriving on Chapel Street in Prahran. Draws on the Nordic tradition of communal bathing with traditional Finnish saunas, mineral hot pools, steam rooms and ice baths. Doors open 15 August 2026 — two-hour bathhouse sessions, packs and memberships are bookable now.
- Price
- A$80 for 120 min
- Address
- Shop 4/233 Chapel St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
Parramatta· Opening October 2026
XtraClubs Parramatta will be a sauna in Parramatta, opening October 2026. It has a cold plunge and a steam room.
Self-service bathhouse opening 28 October 2026 in Parramatta: two traditional Finnish saunas, three infrared saunas, six ice baths at two temperature settings, and a steam room, all mixed-gender and communal. Sessions are booked and managed in the XtraClubs app, which also unlocks the door. Open 6am to 11pm daily; swimwear required, phones stay in the lockers. Founding memberships are open ahead of launch.
- Address
- 5-7 Charles Street, Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia
Built from etsauna's listings for Australia. Prices and hours can change, so check the listing before you go. More city guides