Colonial Bath

What sets this bathhouse apart is something increasingly rare: it hasn’t tried to reinvent itself. The 1970s Russian bathhouse bones are intact — and that’s exactly the point. It has authenticity that your typical bathhouse doesn’t. Sometimes I come for a quiet steam and keep entirely to myself — no one bother you, no one expects anything. Or let the evening unfold naturally. Both are equally valid, and the vibe accommodates both without tension. Pro tip: Tuesday evenings are the sweet spot. It starts with an older, quieter crowd — unhurried, unpretentious — and then somewhere around mid-evening, the energy shifts. A younger crowd filters in, and suddenly you’ve got a genuinely mixed room spanning 20s through 50s and a good looking crowd. It’s one of those rare nights where the age range actually works in the room’s favour.

I used to be skeptical of the reviews mentioning poor service on Sundays, but after my recent visit, I unfortunately understand them. When I arrived, I was given two towels, one of which had a large hole in it. I went back to ask for a replacement, and the staff member told me there were no large towels available but that I could return in about an hour for one. I then asked if the towels would be clean. This was a genuine question based on past experiences at this location, where I’ve occasionally received towels that did not appear properly cleaned. The staff member responded in a mocking and dismissive tone, suggesting my question was unreasonable and silly. I later clarified that my concern came from a prior incident (about two months ago) when I was given a towel that had what appeared to be dried blood on it, which I had reported at the time. Instead of addressing the concern, he dismissed it outright. This interaction felt unprofessional and uncomfortable, especially given that I was asking a reasonable question about hygiene. Cleanliness and respectful communication are basic expectations in a facility like a sauna. On a positive note, I’ve had consistently only good experiences with another staff member who works on weekdays, who is courteous and professional. Unfortunately, this contrast makes the negative experience stand out even more. Based on this visit, I now understand why some customers prefer to avoid coming on Sundays.

You have to choose the right days to come to this place its a whole different world from the saunas in the gay village not that i want to put those places down A take you back in time oldest sauna -spa in Montreal i am glad they kept it to its original look as much as possible Personally i like a little less crowded so at this one i prefer early week Other days in evenings it can turn into a bunch of snoots- - others in denial even wondering what theyre even doing there -as well other intellectuals getting together for the same boring conversation about lord knows what else! If you can handle all of that then go for the days outside of the week start As well the staff are super nice and its very affordable at that one price where you can spend close to an entire half day!

My expectations weren’t very high. This is a place that has been around for years—let’s call it “vintage.” It’s not located in the Village, nor is it advertised anywhere. Honestly, the place pleasantly surprised me. It’s very clean, there’s no loud or overwhelming music, and the people who use the facilities are friendly, relaxed, and wonderfully diverse. In short, I loved it, and it’s going to become my new go-to spot for weekend recreation.

Hi, I'm Xavier from Mexico, and in my experience at Bain Colonial, it's excellent; the steam room is a 10/10 , It would be great if they opened at 7 or 8 in the morning