Turn Your Backyard Into the Ultimate Self-Care Destination With an Outdoor Sauna
There’s nothing like stepping out your back door into your own personal wellness sanctuary. An outdoor sauna transforms an unused area on your patio or backyard into a place for healing, relaxation, and perhaps even socialization. It’s one of the best investments you can make.
Plus, you don’t have to give up any of your interior square footage, and you can enjoy the contrast between hot and cold as you enter and exit the sauna.
Premium Saunas is your one-stop shop for all the top outdoor-rated models from the best brands in the sauna space. We carry over 50 models from Auroom, Golden Designs, SaunaLife, Dundalk, Kohler, Leil, and more. Everything from a 2-person outdoor sauna for couples to 6-person outdoor saunas for group sessions.
We’ve handpicked each model you see on this page first and foremost based on its materials. Most are made from cedar, but we also carry quite a few models that use thermally modified wood (aspen, pine, or spruce). If it’s in this collection, you can rest assured it’ll withstand the elements outside, no matter where you live!
Our team lives and breathes sauna therapy. So please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about choosing the right model for your backyard or patio. We’ll walk you through every little nuanced detail so you can pick the perfect sauna for outside.
You’ll also enjoy our price-matching policy, simple financing process, free shipping, and a complete manufacturer’s warranty to back it all up. From traditional to infrared and hybrid models, your new sauna is just a few clicks away!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our entry-level models start at under $4,000, and we have massive, sophisticated saunas that cost over $50,000. It’s likely that you’ll pay somewhere between $5,000 and $15,000 for a mid-range cabin or barrel kit.
People are drawn to sauna therapy for a multitude of reasons: cardiovascular health, circulation, muscle recovery, and sleep. It’s so relaxing, too - the perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. It’s also a great way to catch up with loved ones while you all enjoy the experience. Putting a sauna outdoors specifically brings you a fun cold-air contrast between rounds, too.
It has to be installed on a level, non-combustible surface with ample clearance from trees, your house, and other structures. Electric heaters have to be plugged into a 240V circuit and a GFCI breaker if the unit is near water. As for using the sauna itself, just stay hydrated and listen to your body if it’s telling you that it’s time to get out.
A traditional outdoor sauna uses an electric heater (or a wood-burning stove) for intense, radiating heat. It’s the authentic sauna experience. An outdoor infrared sauna directly heats your body using infrared light panels, so it feels less intense and has more recovery-focused benefits. A hybrid sauna brings you the best of both worlds. There are also outdoor barrel sauna models that look absolutely stunning and tend to heat more efficiently.
The beauty of these models is they tend to take care of themselves since they’re made from weather-resistant materials. Still, you should follow the brand’s recommendations on sealing the structure (if applicable). Clear debris off the roof as you see it build up. That’s pretty much it.
Yes, most of what you see on this page are DIY sauna kits that simplify the installation process. The only thing you may need professional guidance on is the wiring.
A luxury outdoor sauna made from the right materials, installed in the proper location, and given ample care can easily last a few decades.
Nope, as long as you buy a sauna made from cedar or thermally-modified wood that naturally resists rot and decay. You might want to buy a cover for your sauna if you’re not going to be using it for an extended period of time (say a few weeks or longer) just to be safe.
Yes, as long as your sauna allows for it. This is a great way to elevate the vibe inside a sauna. Just know it comes with a little more work on the heat management front. You’ll also have to figure out chimney routing, floor protection, and wall clearance. If you want a wood-burning stove in your sauna, plan for it from the start.
