The communal garden at Cøntrast — traditional wood sauna and cold plunges surrounded by planting
The Garden · Communal

A sauna and cold plunge in a garden, not a basement

Traditional wood sauna, two cold plunges and an outdoor shower in a garden courtyard at Casa de Luz Village East, off MLK. Six people max, so you always have room to breathe.

$29 60 minutes · drop-in

Walk-ins welcome · Opens 10a daily

★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 54 reviews
Six people max
Opens 10a · until 9p, 10p Fri & Sat
What’s included

What you get for $29

  • 60 minutes in the Garden — sauna, plunges and shower are yours to move between
  • A traditional wood sauna, hotter and drier than infrared
  • Two cold plunges and an outdoor shower
  • Two towels each — one for the sauna, one for the shower
  • Sandals, plus shampoo, conditioner and body wash
  • Bring a bathing suit and a water bottle. That's it.
The round

Three rounds, about an hour

1

Get hot

15 minutes in the sauna — long enough to be properly sweating and ready to be done with it.

2

Get cold

Two minutes in the plunge. Slow breathing, stay put. It's shorter than it sounds.

3

Rest, repeat

Sit a few minutes and let it settle, then go again. Three rounds, finishing on cold.

Pricing

Come once, or come every day

Every price below is a link. Packages never expire; memberships are month-to-month.

Package sessions are transferable — bring a friend and use two Members and pack holders bring a suite guest free See all pricing
From our guests

What people say after

★★★★★

“I’ve been going to Cøntrast for a year now and it’s one of my favorite spots! The staff is always very kind and the place itself is a beautiful space one of a kind and feels like a jungle retreat lol if you’re looking for a nice wellness day at a good price this place is definitely it!”

Ivy Mendoza · Google
★★★★★

“Cøntrast is a gem of East Austin. The experience is valuable, and the space is very cozy and welcoming. It is clear that Cøntrast cares about the experience and is always working to make it even better. Highly recommend dropping in for a session there :)”

Gabriel Longoria · Google
★★★★★

“Got a private room and a red light session afterwards. It was impeccable. Room was clean as were the shower, cold plunge, and sauna. The staff was so wonderful and friendly!”

Alexandria Stuart · Google
Questions

Before you visit

What do I wear?

A bathing suit — the Garden is a shared space. Towels and sandals are provided.

Do I need to book ahead?

Walk-ins are welcome for the Garden. Private suites need 30 minutes' notice so we can heat the sauna and prep the space. Cancellations need an hour.

Is there an age minimum?

16, unless accompanied by an adult.

Are there any health restrictions?

We can't accommodate guests who are pregnant. If you have a heart condition or are managing blood pressure, talk to your doctor before doing heat and cold exposure.

Where do I park?

Along the east side of the building, off Poquito St. Overflow to the southwest, near Chicon.

Still wondering something? Text us at (512) 743-9956 We reply during open hours.

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1915 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #101 · Casa de Luz Village East, East Austin

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