Sauna Cleveland is my new sanctuary after a long week. This is a newish mobile sauna concept currently long-term stationed at the Brownhoist. I visited this sauna twice now after falling in love with the idea at Ingenuity Festival. I was just at Sauna Cleveland a few days ago, and already planing another visit.
My latest visit was a top tier ritual. A group of us were unwinding in a sauna on Friday night. We had it all - guitar and dancing in the sauna, birch rituals, honey masks, diving in the snow, black currant tea, and relaxing steam. It was a community group of strangers who quickly became friends, and we all stayed all night. Where else will you experience guitar in the sauna?
AMBIANCE: This sauna concept feels especially trendy and unique. The sauna is housed inside a restored 1964 Swiss Colony camper. It's very spacious. The sauna has
varying heat levels perfect for newbies or experts, heat lovers and the just adjusting.
The sauna's exterior is decorated with bright and inviting colors. Inside the sauna you'll find Scandinavian experience - cedar lined, wood burning sauna, and illuminated by red lights. The heat (usually kept at 150°F) instantly feels deeper than elsewhere and experience more rejuvenating. It also feels more intimate as you communicate with other sauna goers. The exterior of the sauna has all your main conveniences - cubby for your possessions, shelf for your phones, and usually a few chairs for lounging. There's also a cold plunge for contrast therapy. This sauna concept feels like an especially nice third space because it travels around the city settling in the most interesting locations. You get to not only experience the sauna but also different scenery and our city.
EXPERIENCE: The sauna can be experienced in a communal or private manner. You can privately book the sauna for $250 - 2 hours, maximum 11 people at the Brownhoist. You can privately book the sauna for $500 - 25 hour rental at your place.
Another way to experience the sauna is communally for $30 dollars at the Brownhoist during designated times (Thursdays and Fridays, 6-9 PM). You can also get a discounted communal sauna pack. You'll get one hour of sauna and cold plunge use. The sauna has plenty of space. If there are not a lot of people you're invited to stay lounger. Personally, I love lingering. Cold plunge is available if the weather is above freezing. Payment is collected via pre-booking on their site, Eventbrite; or in person - cash or Venmo. I have to say that this is the most budget-friendly sauna experience I've heard of in the city, and I'm sauna connoisseur. At Brownhoist you'll also enjoy an underground lounge complete with couches, chairs, and peacefully candlelit. You can sip on tea, connect with others, or even unwind on your own. There is a place to change, shower on the second floor, and underground lounge space. Experience is simple at Brownhoist. You'll arrive and park in the gated lot (always feels safe), go to the underground level of the building to check-in, and then go to the sauna or cold plunge.
WHAT TO BRING: Bring bathing suite, water, towel, robe and slip-on shoes. There is space for your stuff - cubby by the sauna and lockers at the Brownshoist.
SERVICE: The sauna owners Christina and Elizabeth provide red-carpet treatment to all. They are great at conversations and ensure that you have the most personalized care. They'll instantly make you feel at ease.
EVENTS: Sauna Cleveland plans unique events - wood chopping competition and reindeer farm sauna session (Jan 2026).
Sauna Cleveland is a distinct experience where community is at the heart. You meet such interesting local people in informal atmosphere - musicians, artists, and more. The atmosphere, the crowd, the heat, and the red light create an unforgettable night. You have to check it out, it's a whole vibe! read more