Banya 5

Overview

Banya 5 is a renowned Russian banya-style spa in Seattle, established in 2004 as a social and wellness space. It blends traditions from Turkish hammams, Russian banyas, Finnish saunas, and Japanese bath houses, offering a unique hydrotherapy experience focused on rejuvenation, vitality, and soul-nourishing rituals. The facility promotes a communal, inclusive environment where guests cycle through heat, steam, cold plunges, and relaxation areas in a self-guided, social setting (not silent; conversation expected). It’s designed for adults 18+ only, emphasizing cleanliness, safety, and respect in a modern yet traditional atmosphere with stylish elements like steel columns, glass tile, and mahogany.

Features & Amenities

• Parilka (Dry Sauna): Intense radiant heat from concrete and basalt brick; deeply penetrates muscles, regulates breathing, relieves tension (extremely hot—avoid touching surfaces).
• Turkish Steam Room: 113°F moist heat with eucalyptus; benefits skin, respiratory system, opens pores, expels toxins.
• Salt Water Tepid Pool: 87°F mineral-rich bath mimicking Puget Sound salinity; buoyant relaxation, improves circulation, mineral absorption.
• Cold Plunge Pool: Invigorating contrast therapy; constricts vessels, flushes toxins, rejuvenates organs and circulation.
• Hot Pool: 103°F soothing soak for relaxation or sports recovery.
• Tea Lounge & Movement Room: Complimentary herbal teas, lemon water; space for reading, games, stretching, or board games.
• Napping Room: Serene area for rest.
• Massage Rooms: Private spaces for treatments.
• Locker Rooms: Provided with lockers, 2 towels, flip-flops, unscented shampoo/conditioner/body wash.
• Lobby: Welcoming entry area.
• Additional perks: Swimsuits required (no cotton/underwear); showers mandatory before pools; no electronics/food/alcohol.

Services

• Spa Entry: Self-guided hydrotherapy circuit; book online (reservations only; waivers required; 50% cancellation fee under 24 hours).
• Massages: Customized by licensed LMTs (e.g., deep tissue, myofascial, trigger point, cupping, Gua Sha, Thai, prenatal after 12 weeks); therapists like Andi Pihl, Adrien Fletcher, Wayne Trinklein specialize in stress relief, injury recovery, performance optimization.
• Body Treatments: Scrubs, venik nights (Russian birch bundle rituals), assisted stretching, hydrotherapy enhancements.
• Facials & Esthetics: By dual-licensed pros (e.g., Kelsea Fabian, Tyrone Nelson); customized for skin concerns.
• Classes/Workshops: Yoga, other wellness sessions (promoted via site).
• Packages: Refresher, Signature, Indulge, Bliss (facial + massage); prenatal options.
• Book services via text (206-222-0549) or phone (206-262-1234); no insurance billing (receipts provided).

Pricing

• No specific pricing details available in the provided content. Spa entry and services require reservations; credit card held for cancellations (50% spa entry or 100% service fee for late/missed appointments). Contact via text/phone for rates.

Location & Hours

• Address: 217 9th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 (South Lake Union; Google Maps link provided). Limited on-site parking (behind on 8th Ave N); use paid lots, bus (C/E Lines, SLU Streetcar, 5/8/26E/28E/40/62).
• Contact: Phone 206-262-1234, Text 206-222-0549, Email employment@banya5.com.
• Operating Hours: Not specified in content; booking system updates noted (e.g., new schedule by July 2, 2025). Plan for congested area.

Notes

• What Makes Banya 5 Special: Global hydrotherapy fusion in a social, non-silent communal space fostering body-mind rejuvenation; inclusive (all genders, gender-identity locker use); emphasizes health protocols (consult doctor for conditions; no illness/intoxication). Staffed by passionate LMTs/estheticians with fringe benefits like free facility access. No tours for privacy; employee-focused culture with training in wet-room services. Highly rated (e.g., Fresh Chalk best spas); ideal for desk workers, athletes, stress relief. Health notes: Extreme environment—avoid if pregnant early, post-accident (72+ hours), menstruating without tampon.