Saunas heated by a wood-burning stove rather than an electric or gas heater.
etsauna lists 7 wood-fired saunas in and around Vancouver, including Vancouver (4), Bowen Island (1), North Vancouver (1) and West Vancouver (1). A session costs CA$24 to CA$199, with a median of CA$36. 7 have a cold plunge and 3 are on the water. etsauna shows open session times live for 5 of them, so you can check before you go.
West Vancouver
- Waterfront
- Wood-fired
- Natural plunge
Gatherwell Ambleside is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in West Vancouver. Sessions are CA$29 for 75 min. It has a natural cold plunge in tidal water and showers. Capacity is listed as 10 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Beachfront mobile sauna pilot at Ambleside Beach, approved by the District of West Vancouver (Dec 19 – Mar 15). Ocean cold plunge via sandy beach entry ~20m from sauna. No on-site amenities; adjacent park washrooms for changing with outdoor cold shower. Shared sessions host up to 10 guests. 4.9 stars.
- Price
- CA$29 for 75 min
- Hours
- Pilot program Dec 19 – Mar 15, check schedule for session times
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 1150 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1G2, Canada
Vancouver
Gatherwell Mount Pleasant is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Vancouver. Sessions are CA$24 for 50 min. It has a cold plunge. Towels are included. Capacity is listed as 12 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Community sauna experience at The Beaumont Studios courtyard in Mt Pleasant. Offers 50 min ($24) and 90 min ($33) community sessions. Tea, robes, and small towels provided. Entrance through the courtyard gate off 5th Ave. 4.9 stars with 446 reviews. Also has a beachfront location at Ambleside.
- Price
- CA$24 for 50 min
- Hours
- Daily, check schedule for session times
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 316 W 5th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1J5, Canada
Vancouver
- Floating
- Wood-fired
- Cold plunge
High Tide Sauna is a floating, wood-fired sauna in Vancouver. Sessions are CA$95 for 120 min. It has a cold plunge. Capacity is listed as 12 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Floating sauna boat on False Creek, Vancouver. Sessions depart from X Port Marina (Slip B4). Wood-fired sauna with ocean cold plunge into the Pacific. Private sessions: 3hr $1,570 CAD (12 pax), 2hr $1,095 CAD (12 pax). Community sessions: 2hr $95 CAD per person. Experienced captain included with every session.
- Price
- CA$95 for 120 min
- Address
- 750 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E7, Canada
Vancouver· Temporarily closed
- Waterfront
- Wood-fired
- Natural plunge
Jericho Beach Seaside Sauna is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Vancouver. Sessions are CA$36 for 105 min. It has a natural cold plunge in tidal water and showers. It's temporarily closed.
Seasonal ocean-side wood-fired sauna pop-up at Jericho Sailing Centre. Shared sessions for up to 9 people, CA$36/1hr45min. Ocean cold plunge at Jerry's Cove, freshwater rinse showers, covered rest area. Outdoor changing rooms and indoor washrooms. Collaboration between Windsure Adventure Watersports, Tality Wellness, and The Finnish Sauna Co.
- Price
- CA$36 for 105 min
- Hours
- Seasonal winter pop-up, check schedule for session times
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Jericho Sailing Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Bowen Island
- Wood-fired
- Cold plunge
- Soaking tub
Mist Thermal Sanctuary is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Bowen Island. Sessions are CA$199 for 90 min. The sauna runs at 170-200°F. It has a cold plunge, a soaking tub and showers. etsauna shows its open session times live.
Private forested Nordic spa circuits on Bowen Island, 20-min ferry from Horseshoe Bay. Wood-burning sauna, cold plunge tub, transition tub, outdoor fire lounge. 90 min CA$199, 120 min CA$249 (1-2 people). Private change hut with tea bar. Next to Nectar Yoga Retreat. Featured in BC Living and CTV News.
- Price
- CA$199 for 90 min
- Hours
- Check booking calendar for availability
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Bowen Island, BC, Canada
North Vancouver
Tality Wellness Secret is a wood-fired sauna in North Vancouver. Sessions are CA$47 for 110 min. It has a cold plunge. Towels are included.
Intimate wood-burning sauna tucked away in North Vancouver. Features wood-fired sauna, cold plunge (2-5°C), ambient plunge (9-11°C), and lounge area. Complimentary kombucha on tap, hot tea, robes, and towels. Community sessions (110 min, $47). 4.8 stars.
- Price
- CA$47 for 110 min
- Hours
- 6-10pm Mon-Wed, 4-10pm Thu-Fri
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- 1481 Dominion St, North Vancouver, BC V7J 1B3, Canada
Vancouver
The Good Sauna (Vancouver) is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Vancouver. Sessions are CA$35 for 90 min. It has a cold plunge and showers.
Outdoor community sauna experience at Container Brewing. Community sessions (up to 10 people), Private sessions, and Express sessions available. Post-sauna beer in the taproom. 4.9 stars with 222 reviews. Also has locations in Port Moody (coming soon) and UK.
- Price
- CA$35 for 90 min
- Hours
- Check website for session times
- Sessions
- Co-ed
- Clothing
- Swimsuit required
- Address
- Container Brewing, 1216 Franklin St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1K1, Canada
How many wood-fired saunas are there in Vancouver?
etsauna lists 7 wood-fired saunas in and around Vancouver.
How much do wood-fired saunas in Vancouver cost?
Listed per-visit prices run from CA$24 to CA$199, with a median of CA$36. The lowest are Gatherwell Mount Pleasant (CA$24 for 50 min), Gatherwell Ambleside (CA$29 for 75 min) and The Good Sauna (Vancouver) (CA$35 for 90 min).
Which wood-fired saunas in Vancouver have a cold plunge?
7 saunas have a cold plunge: Gatherwell Ambleside, Gatherwell Mount Pleasant, High Tide Sauna, Jericho Beach Seaside Sauna, Mist Thermal Sanctuary, Tality Wellness Secret and The Good Sauna (Vancouver). At Gatherwell Ambleside and Jericho Beach Seaside Sauna you cool off in natural water.
Are any wood-fired saunas in Vancouver on the water?
Yes: Gatherwell Ambleside, High Tide Sauna and Jericho Beach Seaside Sauna. One of them floats on the water.
Can I check availability for wood-fired saunas in Vancouver online?
etsauna shows live open session times for Gatherwell Ambleside, Gatherwell Mount Pleasant, High Tide Sauna, Jericho Beach Seaside Sauna and Mist Thermal Sanctuary. Open a listing to see today's times.
Which wood-fired saunas in Vancouver are open late?
By their listed hours, Tality Wellness Secret stays open until 10pm or later on at least some days.
Built from etsauna's listings for Vancouver. Prices and hours can change, so check the listing before you go. More city guides
