Seoul Sauna Guide — From Local Bathhouses to Premium

Bathhouses focus on baths, jjimjilbang includes sauna rooms and sleeping areas, while saunas focus on Finnish-style heat bathing. We marked each place's style so you can choose based on what you want.

15,000 KRW weekdays, 17,000 KRW weekends. A premium sauna near Seolleung station with separate club and sauna zones. Three saunas including a 92°C Finnish sauna, plus a jazz lounge and art collection. Private sleeping rooms, steam rooms, ondol rooms, and a book cafe for a full half-day experience.

45,000 KRW/60min, 55,000 KRW/90min. Self-service löyly in a hinoki Finnish sauna, with a rest area that simulates outdoor air bathing. All amenities, robes, and complimentary drinks included. 90 minutes feels almost too short.

13,000 KRW daytime, 16,000 KRW evening. 5 min from Sillim station. The entire 12-floor building houses saunas, jjimjilbang, pool, and bowling. Open since 1992 — dated but functional, with an outdoor cooling area after the sauna. 24 hours, 8 hours free parking.

10,000 KRW daytime, 11,000 KRW evening. Walking distance from Yeongdeungpo-gu Office station. Clean baths with a properly hot 88°C dry sauna and 17°C cold plunge for effective hot-cold cycling. Short scrub wait times. Bath area is separated from the crowded jjimjilbang.

Budget saunas: The Park Spaland (10,000 KRW), Lemon Sauna (11,000 KRW). Premium: Club K Seoul (15,000 KRW). Private: Solo Sauna Repo (45,000 KRW+). Large complex: Sammo Sporex (13,000 KRW). For intense heat: The Park Spaland (88°C) or Club K (92°C). For privacy: Solo Sauna Repo.

A great sauna experience can continue at home.

Imabari Towel — The first touch after your post-sauna shower makes a difference. Once you try it, regular towels feel like sandpaper. (View item →)

Aesop Room Spray — Your body is relaxed from sauna. One spritz before sleep takes you all the way. (View item →)