7 Extraordinary Saunas With Prices Starting at $10K
Relaxing in a sauna has numerous health benefits—and although sauna design tends to be boxy and utilitarian, that doesn’t have to be the case. We’ve rounded up seven of the hottest prefab saunas from around the world—and they come with unexpected stories, shapes, and materials. See our selections below, and if you’ve spotted a swoon-worthy sauna in your neck of the woods, let us know in the comments.
Sauna Gondel by Kueng Sauna
Two Swiss designers breathe new life into retired gondolas by turning them into sleek, customizable saunas. The interiors are gutted, and the exteriors receive a brand-new paint job—in any color of your choice.
When designers Toni Egger and Felix Tarantik stumbled across a set of discarded Swiss ski gondolas, they set about repurposing them in a surprising way. The duo transformed the hardy, well-constructed shells—the gondolas once transported people through the air, after all—into saunas, and now they’re partnering with the experienced manufacturers at Kueng to bring their design to the mass market. At 530 pounds, these relatively lightweight saunas can be placed almost anywhere, and they function using a simple plug-in electric system. Prices start at approximately $34,000, including VAT and delivery.
The saunas combine a cozy, feel-good interior with a captivating 360-degree view. The interiors can be outfitted in aspen or alder wood.
Measuring 16 feet long, the Scandinavian Sauna by Native Narrative is built on a trailer frame for easy portability.
Designed by the Copenhagen-based architecture firm Native Narrative, the Scandinavian Sauna is ready to travel. The minimalist structure, with its sloped roof and timber-clad exterior, is built on top of a trailer frame—and a fold-down rear ramp provides easy access to the interior. The interior features a double-tiered sauna bench with room for 10 people, along with a separate changing area. An atmospheric LED lighting system stays powered for up to 12 hours thanks to a rechargeable battery.
A look at the minimalist interior, with wraparound LED lights. A large window frames your view of choice—be it a lush forest, a seaside campground, or your own backyard.
Prices start at approximately €18,900, not including delivery or tax. Units are currently available throughout Europe and Japan.
Iglusauna by Iglucraft
Iglusaunas can be found in many interesting spots around the world. The company offers smaller and larger sizes, and the unique shapes feature handcrafted shingled exteriors.
With their rounded, organic silhouettes and shingled shells, the huts and saunas crafted by Estonia-based Iglucraft look like something out of a fairy tale. The company markets three saunas—from an adorable egg-shaped design that accommodates four to a larger size that comfortably fits six with extra space for a changing room.
Their team also collaborates on custom projects—in fact, they’ve just finished a 25-person sauna. The made-to-order structures marry a 200-plus-year-old shingling technique with modern conveniences. Prices start at approximately $33,900, exclusive of delivery.
The interiors of Iglucraft’s saunas are wrapped in aspen, and they’re available with electric or wood-burning heaters.
RIPAVI Oy’s saunas are wrapped in cross-laminated spruce. Their smallest model, the SOINTU1, has a compact design that is easily adaptable to mobile use—whether floating on a lake or pulled through the snow.
Solar-powered and ready for off-the-grid use, Finland-based RIPAVI Oy was founded in 2017 with the goal of developing practical saunas for use anywhere in the world. They offer several models set on adjustable metal legs that requires no prebuilt foundation—that is, unless you prefer to do away with the legs altogether and glide away on their optional pontoon or ski platforms. The sleek structures can be powered by solar energy and outfitted for off-the-grid use. Each sauna is custom made according to customer specifications.
This sauna features a separate shower and changing area that is illuminated by a large skylight and separated from the sauna by a glass panel. The unit is designed for off-the-grid use with solar panels and a wood-burning heater.
This cedar-wrapped barrel sauna stands apart with its acrylic bubble end cap. Panoramic view saunas are available in lengths ranging from six to eight feet, and the larger ones can hold up to eight people.
This panoramic view sauna creates the feeling of sitting outside with its transparent, bubble-shaped window. Wrapped in western red cedar, the simple cylindrical shape allows steam to circulate efficiently. Built-in flooring and benches along both sides are both practical and comfortable. Each unit is made in Canada, and prices start around $11,000 for the smallest six-foot-long model, with shipping options dependent on destination.
The interior provides a captivating experience and a strong connection with the surrounding landscape.
Lushna’s shingled, A-frame saunas are based on the company’s eco-friendly cabins.
Lushna, a Slovenian company known for its eco-friendly designs, has expanded to produce simple yet practical saunas. Each A-frame structure features a triangular window at one end, allowing for intimate views of the surroundings. The exteriors are wrapped in larch wood, while the interiors are clad in either aspen or black alder.
Inside, two long benches allow occupants to lay comfortably along each side. A triangular wall of glass sits at one end, framing views of the surrounding landscape.
Supported by Sun Home Saunas
San Diego–based Sun Home Saunas is emblematic of the California ethos that wellness should be an everyday luxury. Founded by Adam Fischer and Tyler Fish, who met more than a decade ago in Santa Barbara, the brand is rooted in their shared passion for fitness, longevity, and overall better living. Sun Home’s designs marry glossy aesthetics with advanced materials like aerospace-grade aluminum, resulting in innovative products that feel distinctly of the West Coast but adaptable anywhere. Prices start at $11,599 for two-person outdoor models.
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