Klā Sanctuary

Overview

Klā Sanctuary is a premium bathhouse and thermal spa located in the historic West Bottoms district of Kansas City, Missouri. Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building, it offers a sensory journey through a circuit of thermal baths at varying temperatures, an infrared sauna, herbal steam room, organic body treatments, and the adjacent Selah tea-and-treats lounge. The facility emphasizes a ritual of pause—a deliberate disconnection from daily life to foster reconnection with the present moment, self, and others.

The overall atmosphere is serene, intentional, and communal, blending natural elements like hand-crafted tile, warm timber beams, and salt-based waters. Guests cycle through hot, cold, and warm experiences in a shared yet private space (phones and photography prohibited), promoting mindfulness, therapeutic benefits like improved circulation and stress relief, and a sense of buoyancy and restoration. It’s an 18+ only urban oasis designed for adults seeking quiet reflection, with a focus on non-toxic, regenerative products and trauma-informed care.

Features & Amenities

Klā Sanctuary spans over 4,000 square feet of communal thermal spaces with the following key features:

• Therme Bath (104°F max): Hot soak for deep relaxation (recommended 15 min).
• Warm Bath (98°F): Gentle immersion for soothing (30 min).
• Cold Bath (70°F): Refreshing plunge per Missouri regulations, stimulating circulation (15 min).
• Mineral Bath (98°F, Epsom salt & magnesium): Buoyancy for muscle relief and stress reduction (15-20 min); not a full sensory deprivation tank.
• Infrared Sauna (170°F): Detox and warmth (5-30 min based on tolerance).
• Herbal Steam Room (120°F): Aromatic steam therapy (10-15 min).
• Salt Exfoliation Altar: Organic scrubbing station.
• Locker Rooms: Shared with personal lockers, private changing/shower rooms, powder room, complimentary essentials, and swimsuit dryers.
• Accessibility: Ramps, transfer walls, ADA-compliant restrooms/showers/sauna entry, Spa Reset Shower alternative to cold plunge, complimentary valet if needed.
• Selah Lounge: Cozy spot for tea, treats, and beverages (open to public).
• Water Quality: Salt-based with UV filtration, low chlorine.
• Other: Swimsuits required (available for purchase), non-toxic products throughout.

Services

• Spa Sanctuary Pass: 1-hour access to all thermal amenities (included with most treatments or standalone).
• Specialty Treatments: Organic body treatments, intuitive massages (45-50 min), couples options, prenatal-safe services; full menu available online.
• Early Bird Treatment: 50-min service at 9am (no Sanctuary access).
• Full Facility Bookings: Private rental for 7-24 people (3 hours): includes unlimited access, up to 12 massages, lockers, refreshments; enhancements like sound bowls ($250) or extra lounge time.
• Memberships (launching soon): Sanctuary Membership (passes) and Pause Membership (treatments).
• Gift Cards: For services and experiences.
• Group Limits: Max 6 for regular bookings to maintain quiet vibe.

Pricing

Specific pricing for passes and treatments not listed on main pages (check Treatment Menu or book online). Key details:

• Full Facility Bookings:
  • Non-Peak (Mon-Thu): $5,000 for 3 hours, up to 24 people.
  • Peak (Fri-Sun): $7,000 for 3 hours, up to 24 people.
• Staff Support Fee: 20% added to all offerings at checkout; 100% goes directly to staff as revenue share (no additional tipping expected).
• Cancellation: 48 hours advance or full charge.

Location & Hours

• Address: 1400 W. 13th Street, Kansas City, MO 64102 (historic West Bottoms).
• Parking: Free under I-670 viaduct on Hickory St (south of building), street parking; accessibility assistance available.
• Entrance: East side double doors (across from Chef J’s BBQ and The Beast); separate entries for Klā (right) and Selah (left).
• Hours:
  • Klā Sanctuary: 8:30am - 8pm daily.
  • Selah Lounge: 8:30am - 6:30pm daily.
• Closed: Jan 1, July 4, Easter, Thanksgiving, Dec 24-26.

Notes

What sets Klā Sanctuary apart:

• Philosophy: Rooted in Selah (sacred pause), inspired by clay’s transformative process; core values include connection, curiosity, intentionality, beauty, invitation, sustainability.
• No Tech Policy: Phones locked away to protect privacy and presence.
• Equitable Model: Innovative 20% staff fee supports team thriving without tips.
• Safety-First: Time limits on experiences, pregnancy cautions (warm/mineral baths OK), heart/heat-sensitive modifications.
• Community Focus: Historic renovation shared via Instagram; careers open for passionate team members.
• Etiquette: Arrive 30 min early, smoke/vape-free, communicate preferences.

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