Sauna X Sydney – Gay Sauna

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Sauna X

“A central gay sauna in Sydney with modern facilities and a social vibe.”

Sauna X is one of Sydney’s main gay saunas, located close to the city’s nightlife in Darlinghurst. For LGBTQ+ travelers, it offers a convenient mix of spa facilities, cruising spaces, and social areas, making it a good choice whether you’re after relaxation or something more adventurous.

The venue features a dry sauna, steam room, spa, and showers, along with private cabins and a cruising maze. There are also video lounges and darker corners for those who prefer more discreet encounters. The layout is practical and designed to make it easy to move between relaxing and social spaces. Clean and modern, it has the right mix of comfort and atmosphere.

The crowd is varied, with both locals and international visitors, especially given the location in Sydney’s main gay district. Afternoons tend to be calmer, while evenings and weekends attract a busier, more playful crowd. Special events and theme nights are held regularly, adding extra energy to the schedule.

Open late most nights and within walking distance of bars and clubs, Sauna X is easy to fit into your evening plans. For travelers, it’s a central, accessible spot to unwind, meet new people, and experience a part of Sydney’s gay nightlife.

Hotels near Sauna X

Darlinghurst is the best base for visiting Sauna X, with plenty of hotels and apartments close to Oxford Street’s bars and clubs. Staying here keeps you near nightlife, dining, and other saunas. For larger hotels, Sydney CBD is only a short walk away and connects easily by public transport.

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
The Sydney Boulevard Hotelgradegradegradegrade

270+ rooms

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0.8 km from Sauna X

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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hillsgradegradegradegrade

70+ rooms

Adina

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0.4 km from Sauna X

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Adge Hotel and Residences, Sydney
Adge Hotel and Residencesgradegradegradegrade

340+ rooms

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0.3 km from Sauna X

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Azzurro Boutique Hotel - Surry Hills, Sydney
Azzurro Boutique Hotel - Surry Hillsgradegradegradegrade

100+ rooms

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0.2 km from Sauna X

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hotel Oxford House, Sydney
Oxford Housegradegradegradegrade

50+ rooms

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0.3 km from Sauna X

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hotel The Alta Apartments by Urban Rest, Sydney
The Alta Apartments by Urban Rest

10+ rooms

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0.4 km from Sauna X

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City Budget Hotel, Sydney
City Budget Hotelgradegradegrade

10+ rooms

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0.2 km from Sauna X

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Courthouse Hotel, Sydney
Courthouse Hotel

10+ rooms

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0.1 km from Sauna X

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hotel ibis Styles Sydney Central
ibis Styles Sydney Centralgradegradegrade

540+ rooms

Mercure

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0.7 km from Sauna X

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hotel Rydges Sydney Central
Rydges Sydney Centralgradegradegradegrade

260+ rooms

Rydges

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0.7 km from Sauna X

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hotel Oaks Sydney Castlereagh Suites
Oaks Sydney Castlereagh Suitesgradegradegradegrade

620+ rooms

Oaks Hotels & Resorts

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0.9 km from Sauna X

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Vibe Hotel Sydney
Vibe Hotel Sydneygradegradegradegrade

180+ rooms

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0.8 km from Sauna X

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hotel ibis budget Sydney East
ibis budget Sydney Eastgradegradegrade

80+ rooms

ibis Budget

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0.8 km from Sauna X

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57Hotel, Sydney
57Hotelgradegradegradegrade

90+ rooms

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0.7 km from Sauna X

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hotel Oaks Sydney Hyde Park Suites
Oaks Sydney Hyde Park Suitesgradegradegradegrade

140+ rooms

Oaks Hotels & Resorts

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0.7 km from Sauna X

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Reviews of Sauna X

What the Crowd’s Saying

Sauna X in Sydney gets strong praise for cleanliness, friendly staff, and a welcoming vibe. Facilities are modern and well kept, with a large dark room, steam and dry saunas, jacuzzi, private rooms, and a café/bar offering snacks and drinks. Practical touches—free mouthwash, water, coffee, condoms, and lube—stand out. Many visitors find it busy with a diverse crowd and appreciate themed nights (including all-gender sessions). Massage services also receive positive mentions.

Common caveats: the venue is smaller and more compact than the former 357 site, so it can feel crowded, with lots of stairs and occasional water on floors. Some guests note humidity and warmth spreading from the spa/steam level and would like stronger air-con. A few reviews mention policy mix-ups (tickets, loyalty card) or inconsistent front-desk interactions, though management responses are described as proactive and courteous.

Overall: clean, sociable, and service-forward, with good amenities and programming; comfort can vary with crowd levels and heat.

Based on what partygoers have posted in their reviews. All impressions are gathered from reviews you can find on the internet.


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