HAVN Saunas

Wow! Definitely will be one of my regular go to's when I am in Victoria more often. I have been to many different European like saunas, "Scandanave spa", Thermëa", they each do things differently but I appreciate the set up at havn. No phones allowed on spa, kept in locker, you create the locker code, easy to use. You have some areas that are silence only, and some that are social, like the hot tubs, lounge area on the top deck, and cedar sauna. But other two saunas are silence only for that solitude. They give you water and a scoop and bucket to add to the rocks yourself in the sauna, but one scoop of water makes it much hotter, best to try slow first ha ha. I can see how the hot tubs get crowded on popular times but still other saunas and lounge areas, and the salt scrub sauna was really nice, my skin felt so polished after. 3 hour max visit from time you arrive to time you leave including change room time, but I found price reasonable. The punch passes are worth it, and you can share it with family and friends. Nice big showers, change rooms, they ask you don't bring your own scented creams here. First floor is indoor lounge with food, plants, couches, very inviting. Loved the cold pools, nice and deep, 10 degrees, ambient pool is warmer, very nice after a 20 min hot soak, it's cold but refreshing and your body feels light the rest of the day. Great way to unwind in Victoria, be sure to check their online calendar, as weekends and evenings book up quickly in advance.

I came early because I was destroyed by jetlag to see if I could move my appointment up. They took me right away and I was so appreciative of the flexibility. Facilities were so CLEAN. It was a chill, breezy fall day around 9°C but never a problem. You'll crave a bit of a breeze when you emerge from the saunas. The eucalyptus sauna room was the best IMO along with the salt shower. Funny enough, the sauna attached to the salt shower is labeled "Social Sauna" but it was the quietest. I am NOT a cold girl so didn't bother with the cold plunges. They have warm tea available on the deck. If you want lemon water, you'll have to go downstairs to the relaxation room (which is also fantastic by the way). The circular tub seemed slightly hotter than the infinity though they are labeled the same. The circular one is more popular for socializers and had a bit of a chlorine smell (you know what that means) so I much preferred the infinity which boasted an excellent view of the planes and sunset. I am so pleased with my experience I will definitely return.

This spa is a must do in Victoria. The downtown city view on top of the sauna ship was so nice! We enjoyed the hot tub, ambient tub (not too hot), the cold tubs, the cold showers, the saunas, the salt scrub shower and, the relaxation areas. The staff were friendly. The design is modern with nice wooden tones and plants. The only small improvement I would recommend is for the staff to check if there is still hot tea in the container more often. When it ran out there was no staff around in the spa area for a bit. I had to walk out of the spa area downstairs to ask staff if they could fill it up again. They were pretty fast to bring up another container of tea but we noticed it was not hot but warm/cool. They had hot tea about an hour after. Overall though, this spa is quite nice and definitely worth coming to if wanting to experience an upscale relaxing spa.

This place is very relaxing. Starting from when you enter, it sets the tone for the experience. Relaxed staff and entrance area. You get a locker with a bathrobe (bring sandals) and a towel for showering after. You are set up with a locker in the lovely and clean co-ed changing area. There are also private rooms to change. Then a quick shower before going out on the deck to where the saunas and hot tubs are. When you get on the outer deck, you are in the weather. So if it's raining or anything, you will be in it. On our visit, there was a raindrop here and there and it felt nice. There is also tea at a self serve are and some light food in a lounge downstairs. Overall a great experience.

Wonderful experience. The saunas are amazing and spacious, I enjoyed the outdoor hot tubs, cold showers, cold plunges. The salt scrub shower felt like a perfect end to the circuit. You check in a few minutes before your start time and have approx 3hrs to be on the facility (change and shower times included). They give you nice lockers, bathrobes and towels. There's shampoo, body wash and they smell lovely. Be mindful of other people, it can get a bit rushed at the end when everyone is trying to take a shower and you may have to wait a little longer. They serve amazing tea on the deck (take as much as you want). And the best part, the views along with that peace is indescribable ❤️✨️