This place is very unfriendly and rude. Place has really gone down hill. I do not recommend.

My sister and I went for a girls day and it was a very nice time. I definitely recommend it for anyone who likes the different temperature pools. read more

Visiting from out of town. This place is really chill. I have been two times. It's really nice when people are not talkative. Judging by my experience it's totally luck of the draw on how chatty it might be. My Sunday morning visit was filled with people talking about tech. My Saturday night visit was almost totally quiet. The venue while small is perfectly sized for the capacity they are allowing in right now. I really liked the steam room and salt bath the best. read more

This spa was so disappointing. The only reason why this isn't one star is beause the massages were great. The rest of the experience was sooooooo lacking. The "pool's were tiny and the spa was so crowded that it was impossible to relax in them after waiting for a spot to sit down. On top of that, people were talking so loudly that it felt more like a pool party than a spa experience. Went into the steam room and there wasn't a spot to sit. The "napping" area looks like a forgotten room where, as an after-thought they put up some folding lounge chairs--zero ambiance. I wore my robe while using the pools and when I asked for a dry one so I could go for my massage, the person at the desk was very snarky. Oh, and the dressing room is very small and they overbook so people have no room to open lockers and move around. The massages my friend and I had were great! But that's it. Don't waste your money. This is not a cheap place and they have no clue what I true spa experience is supposed to be. Super disappointed :( read more

Very expensive for what you get. One hot tub, two cold soaks, a steam room, and sauna. The hot tub is tiny. Fits 3 adults max. The steam room and sauna have people laying down in them at all times. The place is clean, and relaxing. The music wasn't blaring overall a nice experience. We arrived when it opened, and right after we checked in and showered people started flowing in. It gets full very quick. read more

Top notch well maintained facility! Super helpful and friendly staff. Dry sauna is one of the best I've been in. Highly recommended.

Really didn't want to write a negative review as I looked forward to today's visit. I give it two stars as the staff was generally friendly however the house rules seem to be lethargically enforces and the facility itself is too small to give yourself a relaxing experience. The hot tub may as well not even exist. Abysmally the size of a oversized bathtub, 3 people is cozy, 4 or more is just not comfortable. The salt tub was nice but again, a bit small for the crowd that was there. The sauna and steamroom were both adequately sized for the number of patrons. Upstairs, a bright tea room with rather harsh lighting awaits you. Typically the spas I visit have a much more soothing area to relax, darker and not the feeling of a break room. The tea area said a few options were available but it was just one big tea vat. The men's locker room was very small, and right when I got in, I was locker 12. Not even Houdini could get to that locker with five other men changing, etc. just a terrible frustrating layout. I feel like I need a spa day from the stress here. Now about the overall experience: LOUD. Six patrons in the hot tub talking over each other and their voice echoing through the room. You could hear it everywhere on the ground level. The staff didn't seem to care, and I could tell other patrons were equally annoyed. It's disappointing. I've been a few times and looked forward to today's visit....but for $30 I can get into the Caesars Spa In Vegas versus $49+ here for a very mediocre experience. read more

Great spa! Awesome scrub. Try the cold plunge. The fresh eucalyptus was a nice touch. Front desk staff did a great job explaining everything. read more

I just spent the afternoon at Banya 5, and I feel like a wet noodle. Which is a good feeling. No tension in my neck or pain in my lower back- just totally relaxed. This was my first visit to the Banya and my experience was great. From the time we walked in, when we were greeted immediately and treated kindly and patiently to the body scrub to the time we left I was very impressed with the staff. Everyone was so attentive. Upon arrival they explained everything to us and gave us clean towels, comfy bath robes and even sandals. The facility was clean and not very crowded while I was there. It was just a great time. The scrub and the steam room are my favorites. I' normally go to Olympus spa in Lynwood , which I love- but this place is much closer and I can take my husband whereas Olympus is women only. read more

Definitely a better experience during off peak hours, but as long as you time it right this is a great place to relax. Love the late hours. I've used the pools about half a dozen times and gotten both massage and facial services. Services are amazing (facial even involved a mini massage since my service provider also happened to be a massage therapist). They are also super accommodating...when I accidentally came in a week early for one of my service appointments between the front desk and the service providers, they were able to make it work. read more

My partner had an incredibly relaxing day that helped us get through a very stressful few weeks. This place is perfect. There were maybe 20 people at a time in the baths and steam room, and it was a bit crowded when we went on Saturday, but not to the point of discomfort. Everyone was friendly and respectful. They recommend going on a weekday morning if you don't want to be around as many people. We booked a package for time in the baths, a scrub, and a phenomenal massage. It was around $225 per person I think? The piercing is very clear on their website.We don't normally splurge on things like this, but it was definitely worth it. It took the whole day, so make sure you eat before and make a plan to eat after. read more

The hot pool was so overchlorinated my eyes started tearing and stinging after only sitting as few minutes. I adjusted after a little while but then my skin started itching and literally flaking off. I asked them if the chlorine levels were typical and they said yes in order to kill bacteria. So I guess take your chances with your health here read more

Awesome place! My favorite part is going from the sauna to the cold plunge. First I would jump in and get out right away, but now I got used to it! You definitely feel like a true Russian with the ice water Highly recommend and always a highlight of my week! read more

Really enjoyed this place. Front desk personnel and the lady inside was really helpful and answered all my questions. Really enjoyed hot sauna followed by cold plunge read more

Banya 5 was recommended to me by a friend, and I have to say I was very happy with my experience! I had a rough Summer quarter, and decided a self-care day was absolutely necessary. There's a variety of spaces available for relaxation, my personal favorites would have to be the eucalyptus steam room and saltwater pool. It was my first experience with the cold water plunge, and while it was difficult at first, I could definitely feel the benefits afterwards and would recommend others to rotate through all spaces throughout the day for a maximum relaxation experience. The tea that was available in the lounge area was delicious, and overall I was very impressed with the cleanliness of the spa area, as the attendant was on top of everything throughout my entire stay. Finally, I was impressed with the overall use of natural and organic products throughout the spa, including in the locker rooms with scent-less toiletries. Overall, I was happy with my visit and look forward to coming back in future self-care days! read more

Came here for a massage which was pretty reasonably priced compared to other places I saw online. Mark was great and focused on the areas I discussed. The strange thing about this place is, if you want to get a massage only, they give you a robe and towels and you are suppose to change in the locker room with everyone else (those who came here to use the spa area) and then walk in your robes past the spa area where everyone else is, sit in the waiting room upstairs till its your appointment time vs just changing in the privacy of the massage room. read more

I went there for my birthday in 2007 and had a lovely time moving between the different pools and relaxing in the sauna and steam room. I love the sauna smell and almost can't get enough of it. Perhaps because it reminds me of my childhood (in Russia)? I had a relaxation massage and that was really good, but not the best I've ever experienced. I wasn't really enjoying it at first but it ended up being better than initially expected because I remember I went into one of those wonderful almost-asleep relaxation states where I felt like the practitioner was waking me up when it was time to turn over onto my back. The person I was there with had a hand and foot massage and he was rather disappointed with it. It felt good and everything, but he was hoping it would be more intensive and work out all the kinks instead of just being light and pleasant. I doubt many of you will need this, but here's a tip anyways: Make sure you have a ride arranged to take you to wherever you are headed next! We were traveling by bus and everybody seemed extra dirty and gross after spending several hours being surrounded by very clean and very relaxed people. read more

Pros: - truly amazing sauna, steam room, cold plunge, & hot tubs - loaner swim suits in case you decide to go when you weren't planning to or you forgot - You can also borrow a hat for the sauna (I didn't know this my first time here, so glad I found out) & borrow sandals (required) - free hot tea or cold lemon water - resting room to nap in or read a magazine ( a bit cold) - free parking in their lot (if you can actually get a space) Cons: - $40 entrance fee (ouch!) - miniature changing rooms - only 1 toilet Now go & heat up in the sauna (and make sure to get flogged. Not sure what the actual term is, but its super healthy) and then run out & jump in the cold pool before you loose your nerve. Try not to scream too much while in the cold plunge, as you will annoy the regulars. read more

The most hilariously bizarre experience I have ever had. I didn't book this myself, It was a well-meaning gift from my Fiancé who had no idea what a coed Russian-style bathhouse is. lol. I had a body scrub with what felt like St. Yves and some rocks and then buckets of water dumped on me by a really nice man. There is no privacy - the space is small and loud. Its best catered to the Tech boys from Microsoft or Amazon who want to further explore & strengthen their frat bond. The experience wasn't relaxing, but it was unfortunate. read more

Appreciate the precautions Bayna 5 is taking for COVID, there are significantly less people in the sauna & pools during the soak time. If you want a light pressured massage, book with Andi & she focused on the areas I requested. Which was appreciated! read more

I love Banya 5. It is beautiful, and clean, and the sauna is so hot and the fresh eucalyptus in the steam room smells amazing. But I want to especially mention that my massage with Marc Maupoux was phenomenal. I have had a lot of massages in my life and it was truly outstanding. I went in with a recent back injury and I felt like he did not just help me relax, he actually helped heal my injury. He is a gifted healer and I am grateful. Also, as a trans person, it is awesome to go to a provider who you know is totally trans-aware and body-positive. I would recommend Marc to anyone who worries that a provider might be insensitive about any aspect of their body. Marc is a very aware, thoughtful, justice-oriented person and it was really a gift to get a treatment from him. read more

My grandfather was always looking for a good place for a "schvitz" and this is a great place. It's a russian style health spa. The main feature is a Perilka, which is a huge wood Saun that get's up to 120 degress. There is also a cold plunge, body temperature salt tub, hot tub and steam bath. Upstairs is a tea room and rest facilities. They also offer salt scrubs and massages. For $30.00 you get unlimited use of the spa facilities( massag and salt scrub are extra). On any given day you might find tatooed 20 somethings, out of town business people or Russian folks of all ages. In the Sauna it's not uncommon to find russian men smacking each other with oak branches. This supposedly stimulate circulation. The crowd is friendly, the staff very helpful and the atmosphere is very relaxing. I usually spend about 2 hours doing a circuit of the sauna, tups and steam bath. They have several kinds of teas for free upstairs that let you take a nice break from all the soaking. read more

yay! I got to go with a friend from work and came out 2 hours later rejuvenated and relaxed as ever. The different rotations of hot and cold pools is no joke...my mind was cleared and I felt like I was floating for a few minutes. (Euphoria...!) I especially loved the tea room upstairs and the steam room....super steamy with eucalyptus and herbal remedies plunging into our lungs and detoxifying our bodies. Very great place to escape and renew your mind, body and soul... read more

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Nice place to relax but it was very small. I thought that there would be five separate rooms, but there was really one that contained the 3 pools plus the separate Parilka dry sauna and the Turkish steam room. You could hear everyone talking. The pools were tiny. The hot pool could accommodate 4 people comfortably for example, and it was basically your typical hot tub, nothing special. The Parilka was much like the dry sauna you find at the gym, and the steam room was like any other eucalyptus steam room. If you go upstairs, you'll find an unmanned dining area with complimentary tea and a "nap room"/"movement room." The tea was tasty. The nap/movement room was dimly lit but open, so you could still hear people talking, and it really wasn't conducive to a nap. It was fine to try once, and the only real benefit that appealed to me was that it was coed. Otherwise, there are better places to go in the Seattle area. read more

If you're looking for a luxurious place, or even just a peaceful spa experience, this is NOT it. This place is more akin to a "spa" found in the basement of some gyms. The website's description of multiple rooms is misleading. The three small tubs (that's it) do not have a door or even divider separating them. So you can hear the conversation from another tub. They permit 45 people in the spa at once and it got really crowded. We were sitting almost shoulder to shoulder. If you're just looking for no frills this could work for you. read more

Banya was so revitalizing! I love the many temperature pools and the massage therapists were wonderful. Joe was my therapist and he really worked out the kinks that I had. My partner had Spencer and he also had a great experience. We walked away feeling with jelly legs and wanting a nap! We'll be back! read more

If I could give a negative star I would. I wore a Brazilian bikini bottom here, after I had showered and got into a spa bath the staff came up to me and told me it was too revealing and I needed to go change. They then proceeded to offer me used bikini bottoms (that covered my butt maybe 2 inches more than mine did) that I could "borrow" while I was there. I refused the used bikini bottoms and left immediately. I will never support a company that is this anti-feminist, and I will continue to tell everyone about my experience at this spa. read more

I came here with a group of 3 other ladies, and we really enjoyed our experience! There are 5 different small spaces you can go into: steam room, sauna, hot tub, cold tub, and salt water. There's also an upstairs area where you can drink some water. We moved in between the small spaces, back and forth. Surprisingly, the place was pretty busy on a Friday afternoon. There are free towels and flip flops if you need. They also have a hair dryer in the women's changing room, as well as bags to put your wet swim suits! They are very prepared! read more

The spot was amazing and perfect way to end a vacation! They are in the heart of Seattle and super convenient to get to. They accommodated a group of five ladies the same day and were pretty easy to schedule our scrub, facials and massages. The place is clean and set up nicely, is a semi traditional Russian bathhouse. They have a wet sauna that smells like eucalyptus and a dry sauna not get extremely hot however it's like sitting in a clay bakes oven. It was incredible! They also have a cold plunge and a salt pool. It felt like a runners high to go back and forth between the two. I had a scrub and a massage. My only feedback would be that they could do the scrub with more intensity and the massage was probably a three-point - four star. However the practitioners were super sweet and easy to be around. A really great experience read more

The staff makes you feel so comfortable and welcome. Open late, this is a great place to relax after work or on the weekend after hitting the mountains. Most importantly, it is clean. I am addicted! Tip: After Banya, head next door to Venik for a Bloody Mary! read more

Loved my time here. Didn't use any of the services but I did enjoy going through the hot tub/sauna/cold pool/salt bath over and over. Could be a very personal thing for me but I really enjoyed everything. By that I mean I don't need much. I'll need to figure out what drugs to start selling so I can afford to come here more regularly. Just kidding! Just kidding. Don't do drugs (or sell them). And the base fee here is fair proportionate to what you get :) read more

I come here every 2-3 weeks for the baths/ sauna. The facilities are very nice, clean, and well maintained. They keep hot tea and spa water available upstairs. I also appreciate that they have wool hats available for reverse insulation in the sauna -- the USSR themed ones are my favorites. Contrast baths are an excellent recovery modality and I find Banya5 to be great overall!! I've gotten a massage here once. It was okay but not memorable. Swedish massage isn't my preferred style. Though, to be fair, massages do always improve as you gain rapport over time with a regular therapist. read more

So disappointed in this place. A week and a half ago I went to book a birthday spa package there. The website said to text to book, which is a little odd but I did. They texted back "We can book you at 12:45 on June 11," to which I said, "Thanks!" They asked for my email address which I sent. Today I was excited about my special birthday spa day, as I took the day off work for it. I circled several times and couldn't find parking but ended up paying for a lot. Inside it didn't feel warm and welcoming, in fact no one was at the desk, just a man inside what seemed to be an employee-only room off to the side. He told me I wasn't booked and there was no room for me. I showed him the texts and he admitted it was probably him texting me, but that the booking hadn't been completed. "That's just the first step of booking," he said, but how would I have possibly known that? I was so upset, I left and drove straight to the Four Seasons, knowing they'd welcome me with the kindness I did not experience at Banya. Thankfully they had a spot for me in their elegant and comforting spa. read more

No frills Russian spa. I recommend coming here at night to avoid the crowd. Cap off the night at the bar next door

I had an absolutely WONDERFUL spa service by Merlin. Hands down the best body scrub and body wrap I've ever had - 12/10 stars! He was very professional and instantly found the reason why I've been suffering from headaches over the past week - I left feeling like I was floating when I left, and no more kinked neck :) Happy birthday to me! The reason I give 3 stars is for the general facilities itself. My package included complimentary use of the hot tubs etc. I was super excited to try his out - until I read on Yelp that several people left with rashes. Given my wedding is less than two weeks away, I didn't want to risk it. The steam room was great. But I arrived at the spa at 10am right when they opened, and there was nasty black hair all over the shower walls. Ew. How often do they clean these?!? Clearly not often enough..... My other complaint was the noise level. I wish the owner would post expectations around this as a "relaxation zone." There was a group of around six 40-something women who were absolutely inconsiderate of others. Their constant talking over each other and gossiping was hardly relaxing. I could even hear them while I was getting my body scrub. The spa needs to take control over this. Overall, I'll be back for treatments - but would recommend skipping the general spa facilities until they get noise and cleanliness under control. read more

Today was my first visit to @banya5 seattle. My husband & I received a gift certificate last July & finally took this weekend to get away for a weekend in Seattle for a staycation. We checked into the Sheraton downtown on 6th ave for 2 nights. I had made a spa service reservation about 1 week in advance. I was surprised even 1 week prior the spa already had limited availability. It worked out fine after all because the time slot still available was the time I wanted anyhow. We arrive to the spa 1 hour before our noon traditional scrub spa treatment. We ere greeted w/ kind professional staff in a clean naturally lit front office space. After a brief briefing on the facility we separated into men's & women's locker rooms for changing. The locker room was small & tight with more than 2 at a time. 1 private bathroom & I shower w/ 2 shower heads. After locking my purse in locker & getting into my bathing suit & flip flops I rejoined my husband in the soaking room. We began in the eucalyptus steam room, then dry sauna, daring the polar plunge then 88' tub ending with jacuzzi. Enjoying this cycle of relaxation at our own pace. I recommend bringing your own plastic water bottle for hydration throughout your stay. The other guests were a variety in male & female. I appreciated men enjoying soak w/ a buddy & likewise gals enjoy spa day w/ gal pal. I'd est average age 35-45 however everyone is welcome & it is a comfortable safe environment for all to enjoy. We did take a break upstairs & enjoyed complementary tea & lemon water before being treated by our spa therapist for our lovely treatment. I had pleasure of receiving services from Jeff & my husband was treated by Meghan. We were in our own private area, separated by curtains. Jeff made me feel safe & welcome, introducing himself & asking if I had any concerns. I started face down, under heat lamp, warm water, honey rub all over. I chose to have my bottom covered w/ towel. Followed by sea salt scrub then citrus infusion & more warm water. The head & hair message was more than I could imagine. Then Jeff excused himself so that I could rotate to my other side, face up. I opted to have private covered but felt comfortable enough to have chest uncovered. Treatment began with honey on face & eye pillow. Then the same treatment on front as was on back. It was all so perfect. The respect, the message treatment pressure, the temperature & ingredients was a nice combination. This was total relaxation & treat for myself & nice to experience as a couple. While receiving treatment we were near soaking room. As time passed I noticed an increase in volume & guests. I would have preferred the noise level be required to be a whisper level & nice mood music to meditate to. Over all we had a great experience, I'm grateful for Jeff who offered an amazing spa treatment & look forward to returning again. Maybe next visit I'd consider inviting my sister & treat her for her Birthday. After our spa day my husband & I enjoyed a quinoa bowl @ homegrown just 1 block away. Delicious! read more

Banya 5 - Happy Glow after first memorable experience @Banya5 - Day Spas Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Do you like dirty, cramped, over-priced experiences? Then this place is for you! Pay a low, low price of $45 + tax for the unique experience of having a "moon-landing" with a complete stranger in the crowded locker room, get dripped on by sweaty spa-goers passing by next to you, and endure an unwelcome game of footsies in the hot tub. Need a few moments of privacy while showering in the locker room? Too bad! Since there's two shower heads in one glass block bay, be ready for someone to rip back the curtain and hop in for a naked rinse! What's the biggest kicker? Never having had a bad reaction to any Korean spa or hot tub across the U.S. until now. A doctor IN THE LOCKER ROOM AT Banya5 looked at me as I was getting ready to leave and said, "Sorry to bother, but I'm a doctor and I just noticed that you have a bad reaction on your skin. It's red and full of histamine -- you should consider taking a Claritin or Benadryl. Have you ever had Hot Tub Folliculitis before?" No, no I haven't. Thanks a lot, Banya5. I hereby dub thee Banya-Hives. As an alternative, you should go to Olympus Spa or Palace Spa (both are 1000% better). Or give me $47.50 and I'll come slap the sh*t out of you. You've been warned. read more

If you are on the fence about paying $45 for this experience, don't do it. The water is dirty, the place is overcrowded - have you ever had to change nakedly while someone crouches below you to access their locker? I am forgiving of some accidental bum bumps to happen, but maybe at least spread out the lockers the staff assigns? It appeared that the ten women in the locker room had ten of the closest lockers. The facilities are too small for the amount of people they allow in at once. And the biggest kicker, they double charged us and then once we had left and realized this had happened, they told us we had to come all the way back to refund the card. This had been a surprise birthday gift and was a huge bummer that after all of that, not even a small apology was given. Huge Meh. read more

Posting as a warning as I saw this happened to another Yelp reviewer as well. I came with a friend a few months ago for a body scrub and day at the spa and broke out in a "hot tub" rash all over my back and thighs after 2 days. Sure, the body scrub was great but not worth the week of hell my body went through after! read more

The best!! My husband and I were in town visiting from NYC. My back issues were acting up and needed some pain relief badly. While searching for a massage therapist, I came across Banya 5 and called them... luckily they had one massage slot open with Johnny who specializes in pain relief and has experience specifically with sciatic pain. It didn't hurt that it's also a Banya because my husband is a Banya enthusiast! I didn't expect that Johnny would give me the best massage for pain relief I have had in the entire 2 years since this issue began. He is patient, kind, knowledgable, and explained what he was doing with each step. I was blown away! I felt so much relief and so much more calm that, if we lived in Seattle, I'd happily become a regular. The facilities in the Banya are very clean and enjoyable as well. My husband and I both left very happy. We will be back! read more