Gay Saunas in London

Sweatbox is an award-winning gay sauna in Soho, the heart of London's West End. Surrounded by 21 gay bars (all within a 10-minute walk or less), it's no wonder Sweatbox is rated as London's busiest gay sauna.

The sprawling venue includes a fully equipped gym, 20+ capacity jacuzzi, corridors of private cabins (no extra charge), 3 furnished cabins to hire, infra-red sauna and host to London's only gay steam maze and foam parties. Their weekly events (included in the entry fee) include the naked workouts, mid-week foam parties, in addition to their long-running Hard Up Monday & Thursday (where under 25s get in for free – must be over 18 for entry).

As the most popular gay sauna in the centre of London, Sweatbox is the go-to destination if you're looking to have fun with hot guys. As London is home to one of the world's largest gay communities, it can get very busy in Sweatbox.

With a well-thought layout designed to enforce a zero-tolerance to drugs to their environmentally friendly and antibacterial towels, the venue is 24/7. It welcomes all those who identify as he/him and they/them.

Busiest time to visit Sweatbox

At the weekends as the bars are closing. As Soho's nightlife winds down by midnight, Sweatbox fills up with guys looking for more fun.

Internationally renowned, gay-owned Pleasuredrome has been in business for three decades, attracting all types and ages, from London and across the world.

Behind its discreet entrance, you'll find de-luxe pods and rooms to rent, spa pool, two steam rooms, two saunas, lounging and social areas, cinema, darkroom and upright sunbed. It also has a 24-hour bar - a rarity in London.

There is free WiFi and mobile phone charging lockers. Located just a 1-minute walk from Waterloo, walk down either Alaska Street or Sandell Street. Find the railway arch that connects these two streets at the end, and the entrance is in the arch.

Take a look at their website for more information including FAQs.

Busiest time to visit Pleasuredrome

After the clubs and bars close, many people head to Pleasuredrome. As Pleasuredrome is close to Vauxhall, it's a popular destination for people leaving bars like RVT and club nights like Beyond.

This clean, modern and comfortable sauna is one of the more 'hardcore' venues in London for those who like to play a bit rougher. Operating in the heart of Kennington and fresh from a comprehensive refit, the Locker Room is one of London’s best-kept secrets. With room for well over 20 guys, there is plenty of space to lie back and enjoy the heat in the steam rooms and saunas!

Owner's description: "Venture into our dark labyrinth of pulsing playrooms, private relaxation cabins and shower areas for you to use alone or with your partner. There are ample cruising spaces for uncomplicated fun—or if there’s too much happening, join us for a coffee in the chill-out lounge. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it at the Locker Room. We hope this intrigues and excites you to explore the place." 

Covent Garden Health Spa is a male-only sauna for gay & bi men. Features include a steam room, sauna, open-plan showers, jacuzzi, video room and private cabins.

There is a lounge bar and massage service is available. Discounts for guys under 25 (valid ID required) - check the website for current offers.

Saunabar is a small gay sauna offering discrete services.  A range of massage options are available, including back & Shoulder, Indian Head, Reflexology, Sports & Swedish massage. Head to the steam room for some action.

This dual-role sauna & TV club venue (gay & bi sauna 7 days a week - excluding Thursday and Saturday nights when it becomes 'Legs 800' TV and admirers club).

Facilities include a sauna, steam room, bar & coffee area, lounge, dark rooms, video lounge, private restrooms. There's no sign on the building, but the number 800 is easy to spot, as is the blacked-out shopfront windows.

Popular East End sauna featuring a large steam room, sauna, open-plan showers, TV lounge, a 20-man jacuzzi and two floors of relaxation rooms. The rooftop terrace is now open.

Open overnight at the weekends - can be busy after the next door White Swan pub closes. Located close to Limehouse DLR station.

E15 Club is located in Stratford, close to the Olympic Stadium and easily accessible via the Central or Jubilee underground lines or DLR.

Ground floor facilities include a huge jacuzzi, steam room, dry sauna and café. The 2nd floor is reserved for private restrooms, and the basement is a dark room and video lounge.

Regular themed nights include 'Bears Nights". Free WiFi available. It's about a 20-minute walk from Stratford station but just a few minutes from Maryland station. Often attracts a more mature crowd.