“ I came on a Sunday morning in January (mens only before 2pm) for my first visit here. It didn't seem too busy from upstairs with a handful of people about, but WOW going downstairs to the rooms it was absolutely packed, about double the number of people that would seem to be comfortable in the space. Many were commenting it has hardly been so crowded. I guess it was just cold out and a lot of people had the same idea! They don't regulate the total number of people it seems. There was generally barely any place to squeeze in to the room right away, and you had to wait until others rotated out. Regardless, the people are part of the fun, and it was pleasant squeezing between the different rooms and temps. I asked for a massage and luckily linked with Sasha who was so very nice and expert, providing both an intense massage and a requested salt scrub as well, with a bonus since I had to wait for a room with the crowd. Emerging from the spa back into the world felt so fresh again. I wish I lived here, I will have to go to our local Russian/Turkish spa in Chicago more often! ”

“ Love it here! so nice and relaxing with so many different options. Can't wait to come back soon! ”

“ Very iconic place, like advertised, very delicious soup "Borsht" very cheap, small place though, on new years eve was super crowded. 5 rooms with different temp. One super cold pool. No jacuzzi. They provide slippers, small towels and locker with personal mechanical key on a ribbon. No reservation needed. ”

“ I came here with one of my best buddies a few weeks ago and wondered to myself why the entire time Iived in NYC I never made it here until just recently... We came here on a Monday night around 6pm and the entry fee to get in is $65 for daily use. A bit steep the price but remember you're also in the East Village. This place gets terrible reviews and I'm not really sure why honestly. I really enjoyed my time here. There are several different types of sauna rooms with different degrees of humidity and heat. My buddy and I went to 3 of the saunas and then just rotated through them. There is also a pool that is cold plunge and I tried it for the first time here and it was amazing. While I can't say I enjoyed being in 40F water, the experience woke me up and I slept really well that night. We also now know too that hot saunas have some health benefits so this is good news! Locker rooms were clean, towels and slippers available for use here. Drink bar up front with also alcoholic choices but I didn't partake. Had my own brewed ice hojicha. There is also an outdoor area, where people can get some fresh air and smoke if they want. Overall, a nice experience and definitely will be back when I am in the city again. ”

“ A terrific 3-4 hours I spent here and you don't need much more. I even enjoyed the deck upstairs after all of it I went and read to calm down and relax. The staff is kind and also quite European and how they are to the point. I like it. Very authentic place. I enjoyed all the rooms. Two of the saunas are quite normal and then there's one that's in a cement room that is blasting hot. It even hurt my hair and to breathe. But a good hurt. You can dump water in yourself. The whole space is not very quiet or meditative, except for the deck upstairs. But I like how everyone is just talking and enjoying themselves. There's no fluff and frills this place. ”

“ We loved it here! We came with a group of 5 around 2pm on a busy Saturday and were helped quickly. Everything is clean, including the locker rooms and restrooms. I liked the dry sauna best; the air has a hint of eucalyptus I believe. Very refreshing. They have sandals and shorts available if you forget yours or just stop by on a whim. We didn't eat at the cafe this time, but other folks' food looks great, and we'll have to try it next time. ”