Gangnam Spa
Houston, United States
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Mid-range
Drop-in
Access
Finnish · Steam · Infrared
Sauna type
2019
Established
Cold PlungeHot TubPoolSpaRestaurantWood-fired
About
A jjimjilbang on Highway 6 in west Houston, billed as the first US spa with wood-fired Bul-Ga-Ma kilns. The co-ed jjimjil floor runs themed heat rooms in uniform, with separate clothing-optional bathing halls. Body scrubs, sleeping lounges and a Korean food court make it an all-day format: no photos, 18+, grip socks only.
Good to know
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- Hot tub on site: adds a warm-water option between the sauna and the cold plunge for a longer cycle.
- Pool on site: works alongside the sauna for swim-and-sauna sessions or a longer cool-down between rounds.
- Pairs the sauna with spa services like massage or a scrub, so a session can sit inside a wider visit.
- Restaurant on site, so long sessions are the design. Food is part of the visit rather than a stop on the way home.
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
Hours
- Monday
- 9am–10pm
- Tuesday
- 9am–10pm
- Wednesday
- 9am–10pm
- Thursday
- 9am–10pm
- Friday
- 9am–10pm
- Saturday
- 9am–11pm
- Sunday
- 9am–10pm
Common questions
Do I need to book Gangnam Spa?
No. You can turn up during opening hours without booking.
How much does Gangnam Spa cost?
Sessions are typically $25–50 a person.
Does Gangnam Spa have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
When is Gangnam Spa open?
Typical hours are Mon-Fri 9am-10pm, Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-10pm.
When did Gangnam Spa open?
It opened in 2019.
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