Russian and Turkish Baths is a traditional bathhouse at 5445 Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, located within the Castle Beach Hotel complex. It follows the Eastern European banya tradition, in which visitors alternate between intense heat, cold water and rest. The atmosphere is communal and old-world rather than polished, a deliberate contrast with the boutique and resort spas elsewhere on the beach.
The core experience is the bath circuit: a steam room, a hot banya room, and a cold plunge, which visitors move between in cycles. The banya tradition includes the platza-style scrub and, in some cases, wearing a felt banya hat to protect the head from the heat. A day pass costs about $65, with the banya hat about $30 extra and treatments such as massage and scrubs charged separately. A visit commonly lasts three to five hours, since the point is to cycle slowly between hot and cold with rest in between.
The bathhouse has a long-standing local following, particularly among Eastern European residents, and is valued for its authenticity. Facilities include the steam and hot rooms, the cold plunge and a relaxation area, with food and drink often available on site. Visitors are generally expected to follow bathhouse etiquette: shower before entering, keep voices low and respect others' space.
The bathhouse lists daily hours from about noon to 10:00 PM, though hours, gender-specific sessions and co-ed arrangements can vary, so check the website or call 305-867-8313 before visiting. Walk-ins are typical for day passes, while massage and scrub treatments are best booked in advance, especially at weekends.
| Price | Day pass about $65 (banya hat about $30 extra); treatments extra |
|---|---|
| Session length | 3-5 hours |
| Hours | Daily about noon-10:00 PM; check site |
| Address | 5445 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140 |
Treatments
- Steam room
- Banya hot room
- Cold plunge
- Massage
- Scrub
Location
5445 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
25.8301, -80.1224 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional steam room, banya hot room and cold plunge circuit
- Day pass of about $65 gives access for several hours
- Massage and scrub treatments available at extra cost
- Old-world bathhouse atmosphere unlike a resort spa
Tips for visiting
- Cycle between heat and cold plunge, resting in between, rather than staying in the hot room.
- Rent or bring a banya hat to protect the head in the hot room.
- Check whether the session is gender-specific or co-ed before going, and bring appropriate swimwear or a towel.
- Drink water throughout and avoid arriving after a heavy meal or alcohol.
- Book massages and scrubs ahead on weekends.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a visit cost?
A day pass costs about $65, with a banya hat about $30 extra. Massage and scrub treatments are charged separately.
Is a reservation needed?
Day passes are typically walk-in, but treatments are best booked in advance. Confirm hours and sessions by phone or on the website.
How long does a typical visit last?
Most visits last three to five hours, alternating between the hot rooms, cold plunge and rest.