Ian CheesemanHere’s the thing: life’s been wild lately. Between work, running errands, and pretending to have a social life, I realized I was way overdue for a break.
So I called a friend and was rambling on about how stressed I was when she suggested something genius—bathhouses.
Now, I’m no stranger to the occasional bubble bath, but these places are on a whole different level. Think hot pools, steam rooms, and all the vibes you need to turn your brain off for a bit.
After some digging (and a few personal “research” trips, of course), I found the top baths in Toronto that’ll have you feeling like you’ve hit the reset button on life.
If you need some serious relaxation, these places will have you feeling zen in no time.
How much do bath services cost in Toronto?
Bath services in Toronto generally range from $40 to $250, depending on the experience and inclusions.
Basic access to saunas, steam rooms, and pools typically costs $40 to $60, while premium bathhouses with added treatments, like massages or facials, can go up to $150 to $250.
How We Chose the Best Baths in Toronto
1. Othership Adelaide
Othership Adelaide is not your typical wellness spot —it’s where relaxation meets an energizing experience, with their focus on hot-cold contrast therapy baths.
Starting with a performance sauna featuring aromatic snowballs, they’ll have you sweating out every ounce of stress. Then, take the plunge—literally—into their custom-designed ice baths, which will jolt your system awake in the most refreshing way.
This whole experience is enhanced by immersive music that makes each session feel like a full-body reset for both your mind and soul.
But what really sets Othership apart is its strong sense of community. The social commons area invites you to connect with others while also offering guided breathwork sessions for mindfulness and mental clarity.
Just a heads-up: weekends get packed, so try visiting on a weekday for a calmer vibe.
Facilities are beautifully designed, immediately instilling a sense of peace
“Othership on Adelaide offers a simple yet profoundly soulful experience. The treatments are designed to push your body to extremes, encouraging you to release what you hold onto. As you let go, you find yourself elevated to new heights of well-being.
The facilities are beautifully designed, immediately instilling a sense of peace. The staff are incredibly Zen and delightful, adding to the overall serene atmosphere. The hot and cold polarity treatments are especially enlightening, leaving you feeling more grounded and balanced.
I highly recommend trying this experience. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and more in tune with yourself.
If you seek a unique Oneness adventure, connect with Ketchum House, where the powerful energy of Mother Earth is harmoniously combined with the vastness of the Universe. This tranquil retreat offers an unparalleled experience, blending natural beauty with cosmic serenity to help you achieve a deeper sense of connection and balance. At Ketchum House, you’ll find a sanctuary where the earthly and the celestial merge, creating a space for profound reflection and rejuvenation.”
-Bill Dandie, Google Review
Very clean facility and friendly staff
“The best place to go for cold plunge/sauna. They have the coldest baths, very clean facility, friendly staff and couldn’t think of a better place for rehab/rejuvenation! I’ve done all the classes and love it all. As a professional athlete I needed an easy convenient place like this and I have yet to find a better place than Othership. 5+ stars”
-Sara Haghighat-joo, Google Review
2. Steamul Sauna Mississauga
Steamul Sauna is a family-owned gem that’s been around since 2010, offering an authentic Eastern European bathhouse experience.
If you’re looking for something more traditional, this place has got you covered with European banyas featuring brick stoves, Finnish saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and a cold water plunge to really shock your system awake.
After sweating it out, you can unwind in one of their cozy lounges, or treat yourself to some delicious Eastern European cuisine. And if you’re craving a cold drink, nothing beats relaxing with a chilled glass of European beer.
We like the no-frills vibe here—the traditional experience is great for people who want a solid detox experience without the extra fluff (and the extra fees).
Unfortunately, we did hear reports of some staff being rude at times.
Staff is always welcoming you, polite and responsive
“I had an amazing massage at Steamul sauna this weekend. The massage therapist Oxana listened to my needs and took out all the knots from my tired back. I was able to sleep very well after. The facilities itself are very clean and enjoyable to visit. The staff is always welcoming you, polite, and responsive. Great place!”
-T G, Google Review
Good pricing and customer service.
“My fave place to relax! The staff are friendly and the hot/cold therapies are always working well. It’s also nice to have a lounge area + jacuzzi! This is the only bathhouse that I know of that has one! They also have good pricing and customer service.🧖🏼♀️”
-Raven Roy, Google Review
3. Body Blitz Spa
If you’re after a women-only space to relax and recharge, Body Blitz Spa is your perfect getaway.
This spot features a therapeutic waters circuit with a dead sea salt pool, a hot Epsom salt pool, a cold plunge pool, a eucalyptus steam room, and an infrared sauna. The contrast between hot and cold helps detoxify your body, improve circulation, and ease muscle tension.
The serene, intimate atmosphere makes it easy to escape the city’s hustle. Plus, their juice bar offers healthy smoothies and teas to sip on while you relax.
Want to take it up a notch? Treat yourself to extra add-ons like body scrubs, mud treatments, massages, or facials.
If you’ve got a group of five women or more, you can even book private sessions, making it ideal for special occasions.
We just noticed that their prices are on the higher side.
Atmosphere and setting are just gorgeous and so relaxing
“I ADORE Body Blitz Adelaide. What a treat. The atmosphere and setting are just gorgeous and so relaxing, I love the lighting and the rustic wooden ceiling. The things that are supposed to be hot like the steam room and the hot tub are nice and HOT and the cold plunge is nice and COLD, just as they should be. The warm pool is so spacious and it’s never been crowded when I’ve been there. It is also SPOTLESS and staff are cleaning the entire time. I treat myself to a visit once a month and look forward to it SO much.”
-Barbi Lynn Lazarus, Google Review
Great place to come with girlfriends
“Perfect place to wind down and relax in this beautiful location. They offer smoothies and teas for purchase and there is no time limit for your stay. When you check in, you are given a key to a locker where you are given a robe, a towel and a hand towel. Slippers are available upon request. There is a hot tub, Dead Sea salt main pool and a cold tub. There is also a steam room and a sauna. After your visit, they have showers and a vanity room for you to do your hair and makeup. Great place to come with girlfriends. Be mindful as the sauna and steam room are designated quiet areas.”
-Marianne Chan, Google Review
4. Hammam Spa by Céla
For a truly indulgent experience, Hammam Spa by Céla takes inspiration from traditional Turkish bathhouses to create a luxurious wellness escape in downtown Toronto.
The highlight here is their iconic Turkish Hammam steam bath, featuring heated marble, eucalyptus black soap, and an exfoliation kit. The warm steam, combined with essential oils and light therapies just melts away all your stress.
If you’re visiting with a partner, their private bath suites are perfect for a romantic escape, offering deep-soaking tubs filled with vanilla and lavender bath soaks.
Beyond the bath and steam rooms, you can enjoy other wellness services like a Rhassoul clay wrap, a hair cleanse and mask, or even the luxurious Seed to Skin ritual.
Top off your spa day with a nourishing lunch and refreshing beverage to complete the experience.
Just prepare your wallet because this luxe experience comes with a high price tag.
Team was so kind and friendly
“Love it starting from steam room ending with tea corner by the fireplace. Service was great. Team was so kind and friendly. Clean place and a great way to treat yourself and relax. It’s recommended. Only thing I recommend is to add some direction signs and arrows to make it easy to move around. Also add rooms name too.”
-Dima Alhabbal, Google Review
Everyone was so accommodating, warm and friendly
“Had a wonderful relaxing time at this location. I got their signature facial coupled with their detoxifying algae wrap. Everyone was so accommodating, warm and friendly. The steam room design was hypnotic and the lighting and music created a zen experience for a mini meditation sesh.
I wish I had the time to inquire more about the products used for my facial because we are on day 2 and my face still feels baby face smooth & hydrated.”
-Akemi, Google Review
5. Elmwood Spa
Elmwood Spa is a downtown classic, offering a full day of relaxation spread across four expansive floors.
This iconic spot offers lots of ways to relax, from a soothing whirlpool to spacious steam rooms and a swimming pool. Whether you’re starting your day with a swim or unwinding after treatment, the water amenities here are a great way to recharge.
They also offer spa packages that cater to different preferences and budgets, from extensive wellness packages for a full day of relaxation to quick dip sessions.
If you’re planning a spa day with a partner, Elmwood offers great couples’ packages, combining treatments with access to their water therapies.
Afterward, you can grab a bite at their in-house Terrace Restaurant or Bangkok Garden, making it a full-day retreat without leaving the building.
Just a note, though—there have been some reports that the pools could use some upkeep.
So relaxing and beautiful
“The Elmwood Spa was everything that we had hoped it would be. So relaxing and beautiful with multiple rooms that guests could enjoy during their visit, I loved the steam room and pool area. There was lemon water to enjoy while soaking which was so nice. The estheticians I had during my visit were so sweet as well. It is such a beautiful place, we highly recommend it.”
-Brittany Hayes, Google Review
So worth it
“Best spa downtown – go on a weekday to avoid the busy periods that come on Fridays and the weekends. A great place to get away if you’re looking for a spot downtown you can spend the day at. 3 course lunch in the summer is on the open terrace which is my fave! Also only $50 to have a 3 course meal – um yes please! So worth it and relaxing to eat lunch in your robes. Bring a book and lounge with some delicious tea provided.”
-Shabnam Ahmad, Google Review
