Globalising the Tradition of Russian Banya Rituals

Our Wellness Spa Philosophy

The mission at Banya No.1 goes beyond offering an outstanding wellness spa experience—it’s about preserving and sharing the heritage of traditional Russian Banya and its rituals.

Our philosophy, deriving from the Russian Banya tradition, is based on guiding guests through an exhilarating thermal experience, which alternates between intense heat and refreshing cold, invigorates the body, boosts circulation, detoxifies the system, and leaves you feeling revitalised and re-energised.

Having started as a small branch in London’s Hoxton, we quickly expanded to include a full private banya suite and have since grown both in the UK and internationally. With a second location in Chiswick, London opening in 2020, we added a country retreat in Tbilisi, Georgia in 2022. With our latest branch in Paris we continue to bring the authentic banya rituals to new audiences worldwide.

2012

BANYA NO.1 – HOXTON

Opened in 2012, our Hoxton wellness spa was the first banya to reintroduce traditional steam baths in London since the closure of Jewish baths during World War II.

Located in East London, it features a traditional banya aesthetic and heritage interiors, offering an authentic experience that honours this historic practice. Over the years, we expanded the Hoxton location to include the Private Spa Suite Taiga, providing a more intimate setting for those seeking a deeper connection with this time-honoured ritual.

Our wellness spa family has since grown across London and internationally, continuing to share the rich traditions of the banya with new communities.

2021

BANYA NO.1 – CHISWICK

Our Chiswick branch opened in 2021 in one of the capital’s most affluent neighbourhoods, offering the same authentic banya experience with modern Scandi-inspired interiors and extensive Nordic food offering. It has built its own passionate following among the local community, further promoting the banya ritual and contrast therapy in West London.

The Chiswick wellness spa branch is now doubling its size by adding on two Private Spa Suites for complement the popular social wellness public banya format. The two new Private Spa Suites will be available for larger groups and couples bookings.

2022

BANYA NO.1 – TBILISI

In 2022, we proudly launched our first international wellness spa branch, located amidst the stunning rolling countryside of Georgia, just a short drive from the capital, Tbilisi. This serene setting offers the same renowned private and public contrast therapy experiences and banya rituals that our London branches are famous for.

The Tbilisi spa features unique amenities, including an open-air terrace with a refreshing plunge pool and a dining area that overlooks a picturesque waterfall, creating an unforgettable experience that blends natural beauty with traditional wellness practices.

2024

BANYA NO.1 – PARIS – KUPALA

Following on success of London branches in Chiswick and Hoxton, we proudly launched our urban wellness spa branch in Paris 15th arrondissement. This urban retreat space with Slavic Kupala theme offers the same renowned private thermal contrast therapy experiences and banya rituals that all our branches are famous for.

The Paris wellness spa features two Private Spa Suites available privately and in open days format.