Aside from the stress-reducing solace which heat therapy brings during cold Canadian winters, the benefits of heated spas and saunas are multifold. Embrace pain relief, deep pore cleaning and natural detoxification at these new heat therapy studios, featuring locations in chilly Toronto and Montreal. —Julia Dumbrell
Solis Sun Room
Solis has just opened its third location in Toronto’s East end. The new space from Toronto’s favourite pilates studio offers three different workout studios, including infrared heat in the splendid Sun Room.
Alter Wellness
Alter Wellness believes consistency is key when it comes to its mindful breathwork, intentionally paired with hot and cold exposure therapy. Offering hot and cold exposure in a warm, community-oriented atmosphere, its two Toronto-based locations offer enlightenment this season.
Inward Circuit Sessions
For a healthy body and mind, Inward offers weekly Circuit Sessions, providing access to the spa’s ice bath, sauna, and relaxation room for a glorious 60-minute period.
AIRE Ancient Baths
The globally-renowned AIRE Ancient Baths have finally arrived in Toronto. Offering elite massages and thermal bath experiences, they’re a must for anyone looking to relax and recharge.
Body Blitz Spa
Body Blitz Spa believes in the centuries-old European tradition of ‘Taking the Waters’. As a therapeutic waters spa for women only, experience the range of relaxation offered in the heart of Toronto.
Löyly Floating Sauna
A quieter pace awaits at Löyly Floating Sauna, on Toronto’s waterfront, where Finnish heat meets Canadian cold in a new first-of-its-kind experience.
Bota Bota Spa Sur L’Eau
Bota Bota spa-sur-l’eau has continually reinvented the art of relaxation, blending design, innovation, and serenity. The Montreal-based water spa is only continuing to reinvent itself, as it prepares to open a second boat in winter of this year.
L’Absolu Spa
Nurturing body, mind and soul is at the core of L’Absolu , an authentic Finnish hot stone sauna. In this traditional setting, stress evaporates through the gentle heat and steam created by pouring water over hot stones.
Recess Thermal Station
Developed in partnership with Aesop, the Recess Thermal Station offers a full relaxation experience, with a series of pools shifting between heat and cold and a circular sauna room.
Strøm Nordic Spa
Just outside of Montreal, a peaceful haven of heat and wellbeing awaits at Nuns’ Island’s Strøm Nordic spa. Discover the benefits of the thermal experience, as well as massage therapy, beauty treatments and gastronomy.
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January 18th, 2026 at 5:21 pm
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