The core of any sauna experience hinges on the quality of its heat. Sky Spa & Sauna boasts an expansive wet sauna, capable of accommodating a large number of people across its multi-tiered benches. The enormous Belgian granite oven, containing over 8,000 pounds of rock, ensures exceptional heat distribution throughout the room. This impressive heat source rests upon a robust four-foot-thick concrete slab for stability. The dry sauna offers a similar intense experience, albeit with lower humidity and no running water.
Following the intense heat, cooling down is essential. Sky Spa & Sauna offers three ice-cold rain showers located directly outside the hot rooms. A large, 30 by 8-foot cool pool, maintained at a refreshing 70-72 degrees, provides ample space for extended relaxation and cooling down.
A distinguishing feature of Sky Spa & Sauna is its year-round outdoor pool and spacious pool deck. This amenity allows guests to enjoy a refreshing swim even during Chicago’s harsh winter months, perhaps after a revitalizing roll in the snow on the surrounding deck.
Among Sky Spa & Sauna’s appealing features is a private party room equipped with a personal Himalayan Salt Cave Sauna. This room includes private bathrooms, showers, relaxation areas, and can comfortably accommodate 10-15 people. Guests can enjoy food and beverage service in the private room, on the pool deck, or in the full-service restaurant within Sky Spa & Sauna. The on-site restaurant offers a delectable menu featuring authentic Russian cuisine and drinks.
Sky Spa & Sauna maintains impeccable facilities, provides exceptional service, and offers top-tier saunas. While the clientele predominantly consists of Russian and Eastern European individuals, this authenticity enhances the experience. The spa’s location within a small industrial park in Buffalo Grove, IL, is conveniently situated near Interstate 294 and a 20-minute drive from O’Hare International Airport. Several hotels are also located within a 5-minute drive. Sky Spa & Sauna is connected to Sky Fitness, a large private fitness center, but spa access requires a separate entry fee for fitness members. Swimsuits are required in all public areas, including the saunas.