Washington Baths
Portland, United States
About
A public bathhouse on Washington Avenue with gender-separate sauna rooms heated by a masonry stove you can ladle water onto, and an enclosed courtyard holding a hot pool and a cold one. Entry is walk-in only, with a lounge and library at the back and a small cafe at the front.
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.
- Set up outdoors: weather is part of the experience, so dress for the walk between cabin and water.
- Pool on site: works alongside the sauna for swim-and-sauna sessions or a longer cool-down between rounds.
- Urban venue: it sits inside the city rather than at a coast or lake. A session fits into a day in town.
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
Hours
- Thu-Mon 12:00-21:00
- Tue-Wed closed
Last entry 20:00; silence is observed on Fridays; closed for a summer break from 22 June 2026, due back early September.
Common questions
Do I need to book Washington Baths?
No. You can turn up during opening hours without booking.
How much does Washington Baths cost?
Sessions are typically $25–50 a person.
Does Washington Baths have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
When is Washington Baths open?
Typical hours are Thu-Mon 12:00-21:00; Tue-Wed closed. Last entry 20:00; silence is observed on Fridays; closed for a summer break from 22 June 2026, due back early September..
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