Sydney’s buzziest new bathhouse just opened – here’s what it’s like

From magnesium pools to infrared therapy, the city’s self-care scene has never looked steamier.

Over the past few years, Sydney has experienced a significant resurgence in bathhouse culture, blending ancient traditions with contemporary wellness practices.

And tucked inside the glossy new $230 million Bourke & Bowden development just four kilometres from the CBD is the latest addition: Soak Bathhouse Alexandria – the city’s hottest new wellness escape (literally – the spas are 38°C).

Soak Bathhouse is Sydney’s hottest new spot. (Image: Emily Murphy)

I visited on a crisp autumn morning – the kind of morning where the air bites just enough to make slipping into a hot spa feel like a reward. The space is beautiful. Natural light streams in through soaring windows, bouncing off warm timber and stone. It’s a calming, high-design environment with a clear purpose: get in, unwind and let the world wait.

Soak Bathhouse Alexandria is one of the brand’s largest spaces yet, clocking in at 700 square metres. Facilities include magnesium-rich mineral pools (34°C), hot spas (38°C), a 12.5°C cold plunge, a dry cedarwood sauna and a steam room.

Rotate between the pools, the sauna and the steam room. Image: Emily Murphy)

Unlike traditional spas that focus on silence or social bathhouses that encourage chatter, this one hits a sweet spot. It’s peaceful. Guests are respectful. There’s no pressure to talk or to isolate – it’s just about doing your own thing in your own time.

If you want to elevate your soak, you can book a massage, infrared sauna or LED red light therapy as either an add-on or standalone treatment.

Relax on your terms at Soak Bathhouse. (Image: Emily Murphy)

As CEO and co-founder, Alexis Dean puts it: “At a time when Australians are more stressed and burnt out than ever, we’re deeply committed to giving people the chance to step away from the pressures of daily life and enjoy a much-needed moment of pure relaxation.”

And I can confirm, after just 60 minutes there, I felt like someone had hit reset on my whole nervous system.

Hit refresh on your nervous system. (Image: Emily Murphy)

Getting there is easy – it’s a short walk from Green Square station, with The Grounds of Alexandria nearby if you fancy brunch after your bath. There’s also onsite parking with the first hour free.

Sessions start at $39, with memberships offering serious value.