The best Saunas of Tofino
Tofino is a great place to visit. It's a beautiful coastal town that has so much to offer. What's not to love about our amazing ocean, wildlife and culture? But there's another draw for visitors here: Saunas! In this post I'll tell you about some of the best sauna's in Tofino. It seems that Saunas started popping off over the first couple years of COVID. Perhaps hot tubs have found their new competition? There are many health benefits to saunas. Help lower blood pressure, pain relief, improved immunity and better mental health, just to scratch the surface.
Sacred Stone Spa
Located downtown Tofino, Sacred Stone Spa is a great place to relax and rejuvenate. Besides the Ancient Cedars Spa, it’s the largest in Tofino. Experience their private infrared sauna. Ideal as a standalone session or as an addition to any spa treatments because it compliments any skin care or massage perfectly. Sessions can be done on a daily basis and are an ideal supplement to your health care regimen.
The sauna is a great place for de-stress, but you can also enjoy some nice gifts like body care items that are available at Sacred Stone Spa.
Ancient Cedar Spa
Located within the Wick Inn on Chesterman Beach, this spa offers a variety of services and packages. Their steam cave is built with boulders and has hand crafted blown glass with ambient lighting. It has direct access to an ocean front patio if you need to cool down. Located in a beautiful setting with ocean views, which makes it even more relaxing. You can get a mud wrap or choose from their other options like facials, massages and more! If you're looking for something more specific than just a massage or facial go here because they have packages that are more tailored to your needs. There is a gorgeous cabin for couples treatments. As of November, their steam cave is closed for Maintenance
They have a great selection of products, too! Their staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. They're sure to help you find exactly what you're looking for. After the Spa, head to the Pointe restaurant for a treat and catch the epic sunset views. Over at the Driftwood Cafe, there is a boutique and creative art gallery showcasing local artists.
Tuff City Sauna
Tuff City Sauna is a traditional sauna with a modern twist. There are 2 physical locations; at the Mackenzie Beach Resort and another at Pacific Sands on Cox Bay. You can also access it through their website, which lists directions to their location. Both saunas are wood fired with direct beach access for the ultimate cold plunge option if you’re brave enough! A super fun option is to get a sauna delivered to your vacation rental!
The Tuff City Sauna location at Mackenzie Beach Resort also has licensed restaurant once you are done the detox and Pacific Sands has Surfside Grill with cozy fire pits.
Vacation rentals with Blue Crush
Another way to Sauna is to rent a place with a sauna! Blue Crush Concierge is a locally owned and operation property management company in Tofino and offers a few houses with saunas. They have a variety of different houses, condos and suites, located in Tofino and Ucluelet. We love Blue Crush because they donate a portion of each booking to local charity every quarter! At Gibsons house, they have a cedar sauna and an awesome plunge pool with heated shower. Blue Moon Guest house is a 3 bedroom rental with a Cedar Sauna and First Light is prepping their sauna pad this fall.
Adventurous Saunas in Tofino
In Tofino, you won't be short of choose from. Feeling adventurous? There are more options that include a boat ride.
Tofino Resort and Marina Floating Sauna - Pack your lunch and head out for half a day!
Lagoon Float Camp + stay You don’t have to stay at their canvas tent to use the sauna. Message the owner and book a private boat out to the camp in the off season for the ultimate private off grid experience.
Whether you're looking for a private sauna at your own vacation rental or something in a spa, these options will have you covered. With so many great options to choose from in Tofino right now, we hope that this list has helped you find just what you were looking for!