
About this Sanctuary
Nestled in the heart of the city, this venue offers more than just saunas and steam rooms; it's a cultural experience wrapped in rustic charm. Since its establishment in 1892, The Russian & Turkish Baths has been a haven for those seeking an authentic banya experience. The five distinct saunas and steam rooms provide varying heat and humidity levels, ensuring guests can customize their sweating experience to perfection. Beyond the thermal circuits, the on-site restaurant serves traditional Eastern European dishes like borscht and pelmeni, adding to the immersive cultural experience. While the atmosphere is welcoming with a friendly community vibe among patrons, some find the cleanliness standards could use improvement, and the locker room floor often feels wet. The cash-only payment method can be inconvenient for some, but frequent visits are encouraged through the purchase of pack passes.
Heat
Banya · Finnish
Crowd: Social
When to go
Quieter Monday around 9 pm.
Busier Saturday around 3 pm.
Listed hours: 12-10 pm
What it costs
$60Per visit
“______________________________ 1 Admission $60 5 Admissions $250 (Valid For 1 Person)”Source: venue website
Quoted from the venue's own website, checked Sep 29, 2026. Weekend, holiday, and seasonal rates often differ. Confirm when you book.
The room itself
- None explicitly mentioned
What guests mention
Patterns summarized from public reviews. This is not a visit by My Local Sauna.
What Guests Love
- Five distinct saunas and steam rooms
- Traditional Russian fare served in the on-site restaurant
- Friendly community vibe among patrons
- Authentic wood-burning heat in the saunas
- Option to buy a pack of passes for frequent visits
Good to Know
- Locker room floor is often wet
- Limited water fountain availability, though there are water coolers and juices available
- Some find the cleanliness standards could use improvement
- Cash only payment method
- Noisy environment due to regulars engaging in conversations
Before you book
What kind of sauna is Russian & Turkish Baths?
Russian & Turkish Baths is listed as Banya · Finnish in New York, New York.
How much does Russian & Turkish Baths cost?
The venue's website lists $60 for a visit. Checked on Sep 29, 2026. Prices can change by day and season, so confirm when you book.
What are the hours at Russian & Turkish Baths?
The listed hours are 12-10 pm. That is the range we have, not a day-by-day schedule.
When is Russian & Turkish Baths less crowded?
From hourly popularity, the quieter window is Monday around 9 pm. The busier window is Saturday around 3 pm.
Does Russian & Turkish Baths have a cold plunge?
The listing mentions a cold plunge, ice bath, or cold pool. Confirm it is open when you book or call.
Summarized from public listings and reviews by My Local Sauna, a directory of Clouds & Cactus LLC. A wrong hour or a missing plunge can be sent to contact@mylocalsauna.com.
Amenities
Opening Hours
12-10 pm
Venue Details
New York, NY 10009
Popular Times
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