It hurts so good.
If you've endured an Austin summer, you know the lengths you'll go to beat the heat. Enter the cold plunge craze. Is it worth three minutes of sheer discomfort? For these perks, probably. Cold plunges can help reduce inflammation, speed up muscle recovery, boost your mood, and kickstart your metabolism. Whether you're looking for luxury or therapy, dive into our guide on The Best Spots for a Cold Plunge in Austin.
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12611 Riverbend Rd
For a luxurious cold plunge experience, visit the LakeHouse Spa at Lake Austin Spa Resort, celebrated as the #1 Destination Spa in the US and #2 in the world by Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice. This summer, they offer the Local Luxe special every Monday-Thursday, created specifically for Austin locals. Try the Tranquility LakeHouse Spa Day Pass for $135, which includes cold plunge immersion therapy, lunch offerings, unlimited snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and full access to spa amenities, including serene pools, saunas, and hot tub.
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Various Locations
If you're already a member at ABP, you're likely familiar with all the perks they offer: complimentary yoga and fitness classes, brand new climbing walls with soft bouldering mats, an open fitness area with cardio machines and weights, a spacious coworking area, and much more. At the Springdale location, you also have access to a cold plunge and sauna, perfect for recovery after a hard workout. Visit their site to explore all membership and day pass options.
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4401 Freidrich Ln
Kuya is a wellness spa and sanctuary for self-healing, catering to both the body and mind. One of their most popular offerings is contrast therapy, which unlocks enhanced health benefits by combining the muscle-relaxing warmth of the sauna with the inflammation-reducing effects of their cold plunge. Kuya's thermoregulated cold plunges are meticulously calibrated to ensure a transformative experience, and they are drained and cleaned nightly. If you're interested in cold plunging regularly, explore Kuya's memberships, which include unlimited access to the sauna and cold plunge, as well as other services like float tank sessions, vitamin B12 shots, discounted IVs, and more.
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2919 Menchaca Rd
Lizard Yoga is the perfect spot for those looking for everything under one roof: high-quality yoga classes, massages, cold plunge, sauna, sound baths, and more. The cold plunge baths at Lizard Yoga are set at 43 degrees Fahrenheit, which stimulates your body to receive numerous benefits such as improving your immune system and stabilizing blood pressure. They recommend sitting in their sauna for a few minutes prior to the plunge to enhance these benefits even further. In their private sauna and ice bath suites, you can go back and forth between the two as many times as you please. You can purchase sauna and ice bath sessions, massages, and yoga classes a la carte, or explore their membership options, which include various combinations of services at good prices.
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1706 S Lamar Blvd
Acupuncture, massage, sauna, and cold plunge are all available at Ceremony, a social spa in South Austin. For $44, you can book an individual sauna and cold plunge session, giving you up to two hours in the space. If you want cold plunge sessions to be part of your daily routine, they offer an unlimited membership. Additionally, there is a discounted rate of $20 per session if you already have a massage membership.
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3314 Harmon Ave
For a cold plunge option in central Austin, visit The Ocean Lab. Specializing in recovery therapies, they offer float tank therapy, cold plunges, infrared saunas, and PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic fields). Their cold plunges are meticulously maintained at a refreshing 40 degrees, providing an invigorating rush of feel-good chemicals. You can book a 15-minute session for $25, or get 10 sessions for $200 with a Cold Plunge Punch Card. For frequent visitors, they offer convenient membership options.
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Even More Spots With Cold Plunges:
3501 Hyridge Dr
701 Tillery St
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