2026 is the year I've taking my health and well-being up a few notches. Last year I started reformer Pilates with my husband, biohacking and facial red light therapy. This year I decided to add full-body red light therapy at SweatHouz. Although SweatHouz is known for their private contrast therapy suites, I came here for the red light therapy (RLT). An IG ad for their intro RLT caught my eye so I purchased a session for $47 (regularly it's $149 as a standalone rate for a non-member). I was offered three additional sessions for $147. I did not hesitate to purchase the intro package. I mean, how could I not when I'm already a believer in red light therapy for my face, this would be amazing for the entire body. After completing my four sessions of RLT, I was considerering getting the one year package for unlimited visits, but I was also intrigued with trying contrast therapy (CT) and decided to give that a try before committing to the one year in case there were bundle deals for CT and RLT. After my first session of CT, I was hooked. I had no idea how invigorating it would feel. I have no issue doing the cold plunge, but I was not so sure about the sauna portion as I always felt like I was suffocating whenever I did sauna sessions several years ago. I did the 20-min. sauna to vitamin C shower rinse to 2-min. cold plunge, towel dried and repeated the cycle. The 172 degrees sauna wasn't as bad as I remember and was able to tolerate it just fine. As a newbie, I'll slowly increase the sauna portion over time to eventually do 40-min. before the 50-degree cold plunge. I felt invigorated, alert and euphoric after my session. No wonder CT is so popular. I decided to become a member with the help of Julie who provided me with more details on current promos (50% off RLT member rate for 10-pack sessions). I couldn't pass up this promo as well and purchased two 10-packs). The 10-pack has a 90-day expiration which would not be difficult to redeem by then. The facility is clean and modern which I love. The cleanliness and aesthetic as well as professional staff are important to me. I'm so glad that I saw that IG ad for this business. Another huge plus is that I'd be able to redeem my sessions at other SweatHouz locations so I'll be able to maintain my CT sessions while traveling (not all locations have RLT). The negative to my CT experience was that I couldn't connect to their wifi using the QR code posted inside the sauna so I was not able to cast my entertainment to the TV screen. I hope this is not an issue for all their CT suites. Cheers to a healthy and happy 2026 and beyond. read more

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I just had my first experience at the colma location. I am currently a member at reboot in the mission and love cold plunge sauna so wanted to check out this brand new location. I arrived less than 8 mins late (I knew I would lose some service time due to my delay) and was almost denied service completely by a woman named San. It was extremely off putting and horrible first interaction. Luckily her colleague, Julie jumped in and saved the entire interaction and really went out of her way to uplift the experience. Julie deserves to be complimented for her customer service, and San should really not be working a forward facing role in my opinion! Overall this is clean and lively new location and service! I hope the next 2 sessions I have are better to help me confirm whether I should continue here or go back to Reboot. read more

15 sessions in - here's my take - specific to the Colma/Daly City location. First, I will say that the concept is awesome. A private IR sauna and plunge pool is really the best way to go....and generally Sweathouse does it well and I've enjoyed the experience. BUT If you are going to do this, don't do it in Daly City. Why? 1. Poorly maintained - broken clothes hooks, wiggly door handles, etc. They do need to look after the place better. 2. This is what knocked down 3-4 stars - I had a billing issue (double charged). The person helping me was rude and dismissive and took no action to understand the issue to fix it. 3. (Likely the same person) does a bit of high-pressure selling - she tried to sell me on my first visit and it really turned me off. I gave this location another try and well....that's what I get. SO - IR sauna/Cold Plunge? Good. Daly City/Colma? Bad. read more

This is like the no pain no gain shock to your system kind of place. They have monthly memberships that are unlimited, or a one time pass for $40. The monthly pass or membership for like a year is cheaper in the long run if you come here often. They have clean personal saunas and then the cold shock bath. The room has its own shower with shampoo and soap. The ONE HOUR time limit starts immediately when you enter the room. This room includes the sauna, cold plunge, and shower. They give you like 2 towels and then you can relax and decompress after a hard days work or working out at the gym, or whatever. Plenty of parking and they offer lukewarm water to drink in the front that's flavored which is like meh. Wish they had ice cold water, but that's only for purchase. read more

SweatHouz - Saunas Near Me - Colma, California

This place is such a scam! If you want to cancel its 30 days. Its so difficult to get an appointment in the evening or weekends. The staff is super rude! Especially San i think is her name. Shes the manager. I will never be going back to that place. But im stuck for a while because I tried to cancel and they made me pay for 1 more month. Do not got here!!! read more

I was really excited when SWTHZ opened in Colma and signed up for the founder unlimited membership. It wasn't cheap, but I went for it because I wanted to support a new wellness spot and was genuinely excited to use the facilities. Unfortunately, the experience ended up being more frustrating than enjoyable. The "free" session that wasn't free At the grand opening, they promoted a free session for members. After mine, though, I was charged right away. It made me wonder--was it really free? That felt like the first red flag. Staff and service issues During my first couple of weeks, I came in several times per week, yet almost every time I checked in, staff still asked if I was "new." Even after chatting with the same employees multiple times, it felt robotic and impersonal. As someone who works in customer support, I know how important it is to recognize repeat customers--it really sets the tone for the experience. One session, my sauna wasn't turned on. It started at 165° but the temperature kept dropping. I stepped out and asked a staff member for help. Instead of assisting me directly, she said she'd "get someone." After several minutes with no follow-up, I had to track down another employee myself. That person fixed it right away, while the first employee was just chatting with other members. Because of the delay, I lost a big chunk of my session. When I explained what happened, I was told I'd get a 90-minute session next time as compensation. I even rearranged my schedule to make sure I had time to use it. But when I came back, I was told that 90-minute sessions "don't exist" and was given a strange look for even asking. I ended up just doing my regular hour. When I asked about a partial refund for the lost session, I was told that they "don't refund anyone for any reason." Strict with customers, but not themselves Timing policies are rigid here. If you're even a minute late, time gets deducted from your session. I understand wanting to keep things on schedule, but the inconsistency is frustrating. Multiple times, the rooms weren't ready when I arrived. Sometimes staff would switch me to another unit (5 or 6), which I don't like--unit 5 is oversized, so it takes much longer to heat up, while unit 6 is so small it feels cramped, especially if your clothes are damp. In one case, my girlfriend was one minute late, but her original room wasn't ready. They moved her into a different room and still deducted three minutes from her session. How does that make sense? Would they have deducted the same time even if the cleaners hadn't finished the original room? This kind of lack of common sense in applying policies really bothered me. Facilities and equipment problems There were several smaller but recurring issues as well: The remotes and TVs sometimes didn't work, and when I asked, the solution was "just cast from your phone," which often didn't work either. The cold plunge occasionally looked pretty gross, with hair left behind from the session before. Staff sometimes started the timer before I had even stepped into the sauna, which meant I lost a minute or two just getting settled, changing, or setting up music/TV. Cancellation confusion After 3-4 months, I decided it was time to cancel. I submitted my cancellation form on the day I was charged, thinking that meant July would be my last month. A staff member confirmed that I was "all good." But then I got charged again in August. When I called, the owner explained that because I submitted the form on my billing date instead of the day before, my "30 days" counted for the next month instead of the current one. In other words, they require 30 days' notice, but even if you cancel right after your billing, you're still charged for another full month. To me, that feels misleading. Worse, I was told they "can't refund for any reason" because "corporate" controls everything. I pressed on this, because I was genuinely curious if there were any exceptions. I was told no, never. But when I pushed further and asked for a three-way conversation with corporate, I was suddenly placed on hold--and then magically told that corporate had approved a refund. So apparently refunds are possible, just not something they're upfront about. Final thoughts I gave this place several months, multiple chances, and plenty of patience. While the concept is great and there's clearly potential here, my overall experience was marked by inconsistent service, confusing policies, and equipment issues that made it hard to enjoy what I was paying for. If you get lucky with staff and everything goes smoothly, you might enjoy it. But if you expect reliable service and clear communication, I'd suggest waiting until they've worked out their growing pains--or looking elsewhere in the meantime. read more

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Started coming as a guest but then I come regularly. The sauna is great to sweat all the toxins out. Clean and staff is nice.

Very good customer service. Clean rooms and the people definitely enjoy what they're doing. This is a great new spot.

I've been a member since the soft opening back in March 2025 and SweatHouz has become a non-negotiable part of my weekly routine. I honestly can't imagine my self-care without it. The staff here is what truly makes this place feel like home. San, Julie, Lindsay, Chris, Jared, Anna, and the rest of the crew are like family to me. Every single time I walk in, I'm greeted with genuine warmth, they already know my preferences, from my eucalyptus-scented towel to my vampire mode suite settings. They even top off my water bottle without me having to ask. It's those little touches that make you feel so taken care of. When I first started, I honestly had no idea what contrast therapy even was. My first cold plunge lasted less than a minute and I thought that was brave! Fast forward to now and I'm going 10+ minutes strong. I've also tried all the red-light therapy settings, and the wellness mode is hands down my favorite. Every time I leave, I feel so relaxed and calm, it's the reset my body and mind need each week. If you're on the fence, just go. The experience is amazing and the SWTHZ family will make you feel right at home from day one. read more

Although I have not tried these services I signed up almost a month ago when I found out Daly City was opening up a branch. I decided recently that my finances at this time could not afford a membership so I decided to cancel but was excited to at least try a session that was offered. Today I received notice that I would not be able to try out their services because I cancelled my membership. It's unfortunate since I am interested in but just can't commit to a membership at this time. This is the first branch in the area that I know of and knowing their customer service is based on money and not promoting. I will not be returning. read more

Just had the most relaxing experience at SWTHZ Daly City! I got the 8-pack membership and loved it so much that I'm already planning to upgrade to unlimited. It's 100% worth it. Not sure why there are two 1-star reviews on google reviews from before they even opened (seriously??), but let me tell you, this place is legit. The amenities are top tier, the staff is super welcoming, and the little details make a difference...like the cold sparkling & flavored water (such a nice touch!). The infrared sauna is amazing, and you can even connect your phone to play your own music, vibes on point. Plus, the suites are constantly being cleaned, and the beauty bar is such a game changer for freshening up before heading out. If you're on the fence about trying it...DO IT! You won't regret it! read more

Incompetent and rude staff. Tv and sound were not working in my room. They didn't offer to move me to another room until I was pissed off and left the session 30 mins early. The so called manager was on site the entire time and not once did the front desk offer to have her speak to me until I demanded to speak to someone. I came to relax but left in a shitty mood. The manager finally offered to refund my credit bc I was obviously upset but I'll never come back. Also, she never apologized once or showed any type of empathy especially since I was expressing how frustrated and stressed the whole situation ruined my day. read more

Simply awesome experience! I first started 8x a month and finally upgraded to unlimited membership. My health changed in so many ways. Energy level is very high and sleeping better. I can't say enough for the health benefits from contrast therapy. The suites are super clean. Friendly and very accommodating staffs are there to assist me anytime....Julie, you're the best!!! read more

First time trying Sweathouz and I'm hooked! The sauna was super clean and relaxing, and the cold plunge was such a rush -- in the best way. The hot/cold combo left me feeling amazing, like totally reset. The staff was really friendly and walked me through everything, which made it super easy. The whole place has a calm vibe, and they thought of all the little details (fresh towels, nice setup, not overcrowded). If you're looking to de-stress, recover, or just try something different for self-care, I definitely recommend it. Already planning my next visit! read more

I went with my wife the first time and we both enjoyed the hour session. I enjoyed it so much i signed up for the unlimited pass and been going 5-6 times a week. It's a great place to go for a hour and relax. The staff in colma is great. They are always so nice from the front staff to the people who clean the rooms. It's a great experience all around. The place is 3 minutes from my house and have noticed my body doesn't hurt like before, and my knees haven't felt this good in a long time. If your on the fence about it, get off the fence and you wont regret it. read more

Awesome, Clean therapy studio Sauna then Cold Plunge Therapy! For me, my body has been in the fight or flight mode for quite some time and OMG immediately after the Sauna the. The Cold Plunge, my body felt neutralized. Cold plunge is where it's at! What a difference my body felt after. Then shower and blow dry in their little booth to freshen up and go on enjoy the day! Amazing! Need to come again read more

It has been a constant battle for the past 17 years dealing with Chronic Lyme Disease. Constantly looking for something to help me function. There's no cure, so every little bit of help to get me through the day can make a huge difference. This place is a blessing in disguised. I know it's not a cure but the hour I spend inside ease some of the pain that Lyme inflicts. I'm finding myself getting back to my usual activities more and staying consistent since I started coming here. I been very active all my life, it's getting harder and harder as I age along with this horrible disease. It's literally robbing me from the things I like to do. Lyme arthritis and nerve pain can get pretty brutal! It attacks every single joints and entire body. My wife found out about this place and got me an 8 session package last month. I made a decision on the very first day that I will commit to unlimited membership once I'm done with the 8 session. I'm currently taking advantage of coming in daily. The place is very clean unlike the gym saunas. The staff are super nice and very helpful. I know how entitled some customers can get and don't recognized the workers professionalism and kindness. They tend to find something wrong. Just like some of these undeserving 1 star reviews. I just want to let the staff know that I appreciate you guys!!! Keep up the good work!! read more

SweatHouz Daly City offers an exceptional wellness experience with immaculately clean private sauna suites featuring adjustable lighting and temperature. The vitamin C shower and cold plunge (managed 5 minutes on my second try!) were revitalizing. Post-session amenities include a beauty bar with Dyson tools. I upgraded from a four-pack to unlimited monthly after my first visit. Excited that their new red light therapy bed just arrived - as a light therapy device owner, I can't wait for the full-body experience. Though not included in my membership, I'll definitely purchase a package because the benefits are worth it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

SweatHouz - A Bevi water station with available for refilling your water bottle. Cold compress towel (unscented or eucalyptus) offered @ check-in. - Saunas Near Me - Colma, California

This place is nothing short of perfect every time. I've been coming here the last two months & definitely feel so much healthier getting to detox weekly. Staff here are always helpful & friendly. Only thing is I hope they open more locations soon. Definitely lucky to have this close by to home but plan on moving soon. read more

This place is amazing! The facility is very clean and well maintained. The sauna, shower and cold plunge are awesome. It's a very nice ambience with a TV and spa music in the background. You can connect your Bluetooth if you want. The cold plunge can be brutal as it's very cold! But, that's the point of it. It helps with blood flow. I'll definitely be going back. Highly recommended! read more

If I could do 0 stars, I would. Updating this review for shady business practices. Purchased a founding membership and after attempting to cancel it, was charged for not 1 but 2 additional months. The front desk folks are nice enough, but I was informed there's no manager available to help resolve the issue. Will definitely be returning to other local spas for these services in the future. read more

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it was my first time to experience Sauna and cold plunge therapy and I've enjoyed it, best feeling ever that I can give my body beside massage. I wish they can open one in East Bay. Emeryville, Albany, Pinole or Hercules. I will definitely want to do it again. read more

We arrive early and our room was ready on time. The space was clean and organized. The staff was friendly and polite.

Sweat houz offers such a great recovery experience. I always feel taken care of and welcomed by the kind staff and the rooms are spotless. As a member they preset your sauna so it's perfect for you when you arrive. If you're looking to improve your body and athletic performance I highly recommend sweat houz! read more

Easy parking, quick checkin, and feeling the most relaxed I've felt in a long while after my first session. But I've come to leave this review mostly because of my experience with Lindsay! She was so sweet and went above and beyond to show me around, made sound suggestions, and answered all my questions. She made me feel really comfortable and helped me decide on what package would be best for me moving forward as well. As for the service provided by sweathouz, it truly is a luxurious treat. You can have sauna/cold therapy at a gym, but if you come here you're paying for the ambiance and spa-like vibes. It was nice to unplug for an hour and focus on my mind and body connection. This place allows the space for that without distractions. (I had the room closest to the door and although I heard some voices, it didn't disturb me much.) One star down cause the cold plunge didn't look as clean as I'd hoped. I went at 1pm, so on the earlier side of the day as well! read more

First of all, I loved the way the front desk girl clearly explained the policy before I signed up. She was friendly, professional, and made me feel completely at ease -- such a great first impression! The contrast therapy was so relaxing and refreshing. Going back and forth between hot and cold left my body feeling recharged and my mind totally calm. It's the perfect reset after a long day. And I absolutely loved the red light therapy clinical bed. It felt so soothing and high-end , my skin felt amazing afterward, and I could feel the therapeutic benefits almost instantly. The entire vibe at Sweathouz is peaceful, clean, and welcoming. read more

This will be short and (not so) sweet: - Overpriced for value (or lack there of) provided. - The space still has the feel of whatever retail operation was there prior not a relaxing spa like ambience. - The owner lied to us about saunas being harmful to children (5 minutes of internet research refuted her claims). - Although well intentioned, the teenagers working the desk while socializing, doing homework and eating large messy sandwiches don't exactly provide top notch service. - The space is in a strip mall and the rooms are not sound proof so unless you play the music (which is a youtube loop WITH ADS apparently) then you can hear all conversation at the desk and noise from the parking lot. - The cold plunges are substandard. After one minute immersed the temp rose by two degrees. Another time the cold plunge shorted out and stopped working because the outlet was too close and it got wet. Water + electricity requires proper precautions and layout. - The saunas take a million years to heat up if you change temp. - The flavored water they provide at the desk tastes off. - The showers have vitamin C infusion THAT YOU CAN"T TURN OFF. Ascorbic acid allergies? Ascorbic acid conversion to oxalates in the body? Blank stairs ensue... I can't see anyone liking this place who isn't a neophyte jumping on the IR sauna bandwagon due to social media influence - if you're a discerning individual who has legitimate regeneration needs I'd avoid it. All in all it's Busch League amateur hour and I can't, in good faith, recommend this place. OHHHHHH and by the way read the fine print in the contract because they have a 30 day cancellation window so they can charge you for an extra month. It's almost like they realize everyone is going to cancel or something... :) read more

The saunas leave too much gap in between the door and the floor to reach desired temperature.I personally went into the largest room which is the wheel chair accessible one it was nice but still left something to be desired. I also pre purchased a membership at the founders rate. I called in and asked them Not to charge my card 2 days prior to it being charged only to have them ignore my call and charge it anyways. They refunded the amount which was nice enough but also left a bad taste in my mouth and changed my overall opinion of them. read more

Been coming here consistently and I've seen genuine results from better digestion and sleep to clearer skin. 100% recommend for anyone looking to up their self care read more

I am very impressed with SweatHouz, Colma, California. Not only was the staff, amazing & professional... But the whole experience was truly wonderfu!! I give five star! The facility was super clean!!! And all of the services that were provided, really made my physical being and my mental state so much better. The room that I used was clean, tranquil, & private. I highly recommend SweatHouz Contrast Therapy Studio, Colma, California to everyone who wants to better their lives!!! Keep up the good work staff... And thank you for an amazing experience. read more

Very clean, private, and relaxing. Would definitely recommend trying it at least once!

I was honestly nervous to try the cold plunge, but after talking with Lindsay and Sann about all the benefits, I felt encouraged to go for it and I'm so glad I did. Right after, I felt more awake and alive than I've felt in a long time. They were so kind, present, and made the whole experience feel safe and intentional. The space is beautiful, clean, and has such a peaceful vibe. I also love that you can connect to Bluetooth in the rooms, it made the experience even more personal. read more