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Russian Banya$$ · Mid-rangeParilka often 200°F+ (verify — not clothing-optional)Reservation-only entry; 24-hour cancellation; max 6 guests; no tours. Text: (206) 222-0549

Banya 5

South Lake Union, WA

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Banya 5

About

Banya 5 is a full Russian banya bathhouse in the tradition of Turkish hammams, Finnish saunas, and Japanese bathhouses. The centerpiece parilka (dry heat brick and basalt sauna) is complemented by a 103°F hot pool, cold plunge pool, salt water tepid pool, eucalyptus steam room, tea lounge, nap area, and massage services. Entry is by reservation only (includes locker, towel, and sandals plus facility use for 2 hours, including locker room time); tax is extra. It's a social setting — no facility tours, groups max 6, and reservations are subject to a 24-hour cancellation policy. See banya5.com News & Updates for specials. A laid-back atmosphere makes it a Seattle institution.

Amenities

  • ✓Parilka Dry Sauna
  • ✓Hot Pool (103°F)
  • ✓Cold Plunge Pool
  • ✓Salt Water Pool
  • ✓Tea Lounge
  • ✓Nap Area
  • ✓Massage Services
  • ✓Memberships

Pricing

Regular 2-hr entry: $70 (tax not included)
2-hr entry with same-day spa service: $53
Value Pass (5× 2-hr entries for the price of 4): $280
Birthday 2-hr entry (ID, day-of only): $35 — if birthday is Monday, honored Sun or Tue
Wed/Thu Early Bird (9 AM–2:45 PM): discounts on spa reservations — excludes Dec 22–Jan 3 (see News & Updates for $38 / $48 tiers)
Memberships & VIP: see banya5.com

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday – Sunday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Common areasClose 9:45 PM (locker rooms until 10:00 PM — verify at banya5.com)

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