Y Bala
Löyly by the Lake
Private Experience
Your Sauna, Your Way
Have the entire sauna all to yourself, a family session, or to enjoy with a group of friends. The sauna caters for a maximum of 10 people. Please contact us directly for larger groups or sports events. Make this experience unforgettable and have a Finnish sauna your way. If you wish to bring children, please read our sauna bathing with children guide.
Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early for a briefing on how to use the sauna safely.
Facilities: There is a private changing room on site to change and leave belongings.
Listen to your body: Always listen to your body while in a sauna and take regular breaks.
Water Safety: Please be aware of risks associated with cold water swimming.
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Public experience
Löyly, Laughter, and Good Company
Take a seat amongst companions as you share in a social sauna by the lake. A warm and welcoming space for everyone, we host up to 7 people in these sessions. If you wish to bring children, please book a private session.
Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early for a briefing on how to use the sauna safely.
Facilities: There is a private changing room on site to change and leave belongings.
Listen to your body: Always listen to your body while in a sauna and take regular breaks.
Water Safety: Please be aware of risks associated with cold water swimming.
What to bring?
Towel: Use to dry up after!
Swimwear: Despite our Finnish heritage, these are mandatory in our saunas!
Water: Stay hydrated while using a sauna.
Footwear: Not essential but useful if you plan on going for a dip.
How to get there?
We are based in Bala right next to Byw’n Iach Penllyn. There is a primary bus route, T3, that will get you to Bala. Hop off at the leisure centre bus stop and stroll down Pensarn Road towards Byw’n Iach. There is limited availability for on-site parking so make sure to come early if you’re driving!
You can also find us using What3Words or Google Map
How to enjoy it?
Don’t worry, there are no exact rules in a Finnish sauna, but there are age-old customs which complete the Finnish sauna experience. Check them out here.
Our helpful staff will meet you on arrival and brief you on using the sauna. Come with an open mind and relaxed attitude, we will guide you through the rest.
How to cancel?
If you need to cancel your booking, we’re happy to help. With more than 48 hours’ notice, you can choose a refund minus a small handling fee (£1 per person for communal sessions, £2 for private sessions). The refund policy can be found here. For cancellations or amendments to your booking, please contact sauna@niku-naku.com