🧙 Typically if you found yourself laying on a wooden in a 80 degree room being whipped with birch leaves by a large Russian dude with a chain on his neck, you might not call it the best of weekends. Not so in the Banya, where this authentic sauna session leaves you invigorated and ready to jump into the bar for a half litre jug of beetroot kvass. 👌👌👌 A true Russian spa, complete with treatments at the boundary of pain and pleasure and hats that make you look like a hobbit. The staff guides you from one treatment to another, so you never feel lost, even if full immersion in 10 degree water basin left you disoriented. In the breaks you have plenty of time to recover over a plate of pickles. 🥒 ✨Treat yourself like a tsar and go for a golden package. You'll be telling all your friends about it and writing genuine reviews like this one (try to beat my Slavic humour, I dare you.)

I absolutely loved my experience at Banya. I loved it so much that I need it to become a monthly routine in my life. The Parenie treatment was intense and I rarely ever use a plunge pool at a spa, but it was the most amazing feeling after and I'm still feeling great a day after from the treatment. I did the silver package which I highly recommend as you get a good taste of what they have to offer. Loved the Honey & salt scrub which is a must do when you go there. The mud mask was nice too. Authentic Russian cuisine was a nice touch in between treatments as well. Everyone there was helpful, facilities nice and clean, and I will definitely be returning!!

I visited Banya No.1 with my partner for his birthday and we had an amazing experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. We indulged in some of their luxurious treatments, which left us feeling relaxed and recharged. The food was fresh and delicious, and the tea they served us made us feel super healthy. Overall, I highly recommend Banya No.1 for anyone looking for a rejuvenating and indulgent experience.

Had the most incredibly relaxing morning at Banya Hoxton, the staff were very polite and helpful as it was my first time. The parenie and salt honey scrub were divine. Whilst there we had plenty of time to indulge in dumplings, soup and a platter of pickled items which were delicious and refreshing! Highly recommend banya to anyone looking for a unique spa experience!

This was my first Banya experience and it was amazing to say the least. The booking process was easy and the additional information given in their confirmation email was helpful to manage my expectations. The staff are all friendly and made my first visit extremely smooth. I felt 0 judgment from any staff members and was comfortable the entire time. They have info cards around the spa so I can have some direction on where to go and what to do. The sauna was steamy and hot as one would expect and a cold shower after really hits the spot before taking a deep plunge in the cold pool. All of the treatments were relaxing and stimulated blood circulation leaving me feeling refreshed, energized, and solid peace of mind. I recommend getting the gold package to experience the best treatments and amenities this location has to offer.

My first trip to Banya No.1 was incredible, it exceeded my already high expectations. The staff were very friendly and helpful creating an environment where I could feel peaceful and relaxed. My parenie treatment was great and the lounge is a great place to chill out between treatments and the sauna. I have recommended it to just about everyone I’ve spoken to since, I will definitely be returning and making a habit of the treatments.

I had the gold package for my birthday and it didn’t disappoint. The sauna was spacious and clean and even though I hate it, during, the ice bucket and bath were amazing. Would recommend anyone to have as part of their monthly self-care routine :)

I am obsessed. Went with some friends today and ita my new favourite way to socialise and relax. Its such a great experience. There is the communal sauna, cold dip tub, relaxation area with a menu of food and soft/alcohol drinks, and treatment rooms where you can get body scrubs, masks and massages. I stayed for three hours and left feeling amazing. I could do this every week. Definitely worth giving a go.

Such a great experience from start to finish. Staff were brilliant and made me feel welcome. The treatments was amazing, food and drink excellent. Cannot fault this place. Came out feeling both calm and invigorated!! I will definitely be back.

I had a very nice experience! Everyone was very kind and welcoming. The place is very cosy. Both warm and cold bath, and parenie were excellent but I also enjoyed very much the scrub massage. In the end I ate a super yummy russian light lunch. In my opinion, it’s a perfect gift to give to a friend!

What a great experience. This was my first spa treatment, and it was much needed after a 10-hour flight to London the previous day. The staff was warm and welcoming and very helpful in guiding a newcomer through the experience. The Parenie experience was amazing. It felt as though I was melting on that table, in the best possible way. I'll definitely be visiting again before this trip is over. Thank you, Banya No. 1!

Great experience from start to finish, steam room and plunge tub fab. Treatments were lovely, had the most amazing massage. Divine cottage cheese pancakes and meat dumplings. Only thing missing was a lounger to take a brief nap 😉

London's best kept self care secret How have I never done this before!!! It was the solution to a achieving total physical and mental relaxation. The parenie was like a ritual, banishing the body of all its woes. The honey and salt scrub left me feeling so smooth. I can't wait to return.

I had the loveliest morning at Banya No.1. I went alone for some much-needed relaxation and recovery from a half marathon and it was wonderful. Incredibly attentive staff who remember your name, spotless facilities and the Parenie was like a religious conversion! Thank you so much.

The spa is lovely and clean, with great faciliites. The food and drink in the cafe was amazing. My parenie treatment was expertly done, and not too intense. I was thoroughly relaxed by the time I left, and I will definitely be back to try out more treatments.

The atmosphere was tranquil, not overly crowded, allowing for a more personal and relaxing experience. I also found the banya session to be an excellent way to recover after a workout, rejuvenating both body and mind. Tasty dumplings served, adding unique culinary twist to the experience.

Everything was perfect and amazing besides the awful service in a restaurant, that’s why 4 out of 5. When we come with friends to enjoy our time together, book this exceptional experience and plan it ahead we would expect that everything would be great. However, I felt like in the restaurant were weren’t welcomed, weren’t wanted or maybe girls who work there are not happy about the job or place where they work in. I hope next time when we bring more friends and plan our celebration in Banya No. 1 restaurant service will improve or at least we will receive a smile from a waitress which was lacking so much last night.

Amazing Russian banya experience. Went there for the first time with my dad and brother. We enjoyed ourselves greatly. The sauna is operated by professionals, the staff are accommodating and welcoming. Will definitely be back on a regular basis.

Never did I think that being rhythmically stroked with leaves could be so therapeutic; Banya No.1 exceeded my expectations, the staff were professional, the steam room was amazing, add to that the salt scrub and personal relaxation booth and you have a winner. Did I forget to mention the icy plunge pool? Exhilarating! I have already recommended this place to friends and family, and cannot wait to book my next treatment. Thank you so much for a very good end to 2022, see you soon!

We had such a lovely time at Banya No1. The friendly stuffs and the facility is clean. A steam Sauna followed by a cold bath is amazing! Then relaxing time at the cafe area where we had very interesting tea and tasty meal. By the time we left a place, we both felt so relaxed and happy. What a wonderful experience and we will be back for sure!!

Had my first experience here with a couple of friends who have been visiting here quite often. The staff were friendly and very hard working - especially the banya therapists waving the Venik around in the hot room. It is an experience that is to be had that I can’t fully explain in words. You get a lot of heat, fanning, twig smacking and cold water! Whilst you wait for your treatment and after treatment, they have some yummy snacks and drinks that I very much enjoyed along with a lovely cold vodka shot. I definitely recommend at least trying once. I’m looking to go again some point this year. My visit was in the start of the snowy week where we went in on a cold London type of winter’s day, leaving to find London in a blizzard of snow like we were literally transferred over to Russia.

We loved our afternoon here. We spent three hours here having parenie and mud mask treatments. The fire powered steam room is fantastic. The host staff are very welcoming. Good beer and carafes of vodka, as well as nice dumplings. Herring and other pickles are tasty but not for the faint-hearted!

We had the most amazing experience at Banya No 1! We enjoyed every moment there. The sauna and treatments were incredible, the staff were so friendly and accommodating and the food and drinks were delicious. We are from Australia and to enjoy such an experience is something we will never forget. Highly recommend a visit - you will love every moment! Just wished we lived closer so we could revisit often!