Urban Baths Folsom

Overview

• Brief description of the sauna/facility type

  • Urban Baths Folsom / Asha-style bathhouse: a communal day‑spa focused on hydrotherapy and simple restorative rituals. The facility blends hot and cold contrast therapy (sauna, soak, cold plunge) with lounges, salt therapy, massage and DIY skin/body treatments.

• Overall atmosphere and experience

  • Calm, device‑free, community-minded. The vibe emphasizes slowing down, real connection, and quiet conversation. Spaces rotate between silent and social on a schedule to support both introspective and shared experiences.
  • Think “hot springs brought indoors” — approachable, down‑to‑earth, and intentionally minimalist.

Features & Amenities

• Heat & water amenities: Sauna, warm soaks/pools, cold plunge
• Salt Lounge (Halotherapy): 45‑minute shared sessions with Himalayan salt brick walls, beanbag chairs, weighted blankets, and eye pillows
• Lounge spaces: Quiet and social zones for relaxing alone or with friends
• Massage and body treatments: Onsite massage rooms and DIY facial/body treatment options
• Practical amenities:
  • Free body soap
  • Towel rental available for $5
  • Shower shoes available to loan
  • ADA accessible (pools accessible via transfer wall)
• Water care: Chlorine used per CA health code, supplemented with ozone, UV, sand filtration, and constant water replacement to minimize chlorine levels
• Design & comfort features: Quiet pools (no jets), calm waters, rotating silent/social areas

Services

• Soak — warm pool soaking for relaxation and nourishment
• Cold Plunge — contrast therapy to energize and support recovery
• Sauna — cleansing and soothing heat sessions
• Salt Therapy / Salt Lounge — halotherapy in a communal, quiet space (sessions include use of soaks, sauna, and plunge)
• Massage — professional massage services (bookable)
• Skin care & DIY treatments — add‑on facials and body treatments
• Sound immersion — offered as a hosted service in some sessions
• Membership: unlimited bathhouse visits (see Pricing)

Pricing

• Membership: $325 / month — Unlimited visits for one person. (Does not include massage, salt, or sound immersion services.) Reservations are still recommended and subject to availability.
• Towel rental: $5
• Cancellation policy highlights:
  • No charge when cancelled more than 24 hours in advance
  • 50% charge if cancelled within 24 hours
  • Full charge if cancelled less than 1 hour before or for no‑shows
  • All reservations require a credit card on file
• Note: Full service price list and specific drop‑in or treatment rates available on the site’s Services & Pricing page (linked from the site).

Location & Hours

• Address: 9611 Greenback Ln, Folsom
• Phone: 916‑292‑2842
• Email: frontdesk@urbanbathsfolsom.com
• Regular hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • All hours are all‑gender; age 15+ (under 18 allowed with adult)
• Holiday schedule (highlights):
  • Monday holidays: usually 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (check Google/Yelp for updates)
  • Thanksgiving: Closed
  • Christmas Eve: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Christmas Day: Closed
  • New Year’s Eve: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • New Year’s Day: Regular hours
• Reservations: Required or recommended. (Site notes an online booking glitch for groups larger than one and provides a workaround.)

Notes

• What makes this sauna special or different

  • Strong emphasis on a device‑free, low‑distraction experience to promote real connection and presence.
  • Communal, affordable day‑spa model inspired by traditional bathhouse rituals (hot/cold contrast, soaking, social and silent zones).
  • Inclusive policies: all‑gender facilities, private changing stalls, and stated commitment to LGBTQ+ safety and accessibility.
  • Minimalist approach to products and services keeps prices lower while offering add‑ons (DIY facials, massage) for customization.
  • Holistic guest care: careful water treatment, rotating silent/social schedules, clear etiquette, and structured cancellation policy to protect the guest experience.
  • Offers membership and franchise/partnership information for people interested in operating under the brand and model.

• Etiquette highlights: Swimwear required, shower before entering, no phones/tablets/smartwatches, physical displays of affection prohibited, drink only water inside the bathhouse.

Overall, Urban Baths Folsom positions itself as a welcoming urban oasis that prioritizes simplicity, community, and the restorative power of heat, water, and quiet shared space.