Adding a Sauna Amenity Without a Large Capital Purchase

Apartment communities, private clubs, retreat centers, and other shared facilities compete partly on the experience they provide.

A sauna can strengthen that experience, but purchasing one outright requires a facility to commit thousands of dollars before knowing how residents, members, or guests will respond.

Simply Sauna’s long-term rental program provides another option. Approved organizations can rent an outdoor SaunaLife sauna for 12, 24, or 36 months with no down payment.

Add the amenity as a predictable monthly expense

Large property improvements often compete for a limited annual budget. A sauna may be appealing, but it still has to be weighed against renovations, repairs, landscaping, fitness equipment, and other priorities.

Long-term rental avoids the need to purchase the sauna upfront. The organization instead pays a predictable monthly amount for its use.

At launch, available long-term sauna rentals start at:

• $512 per month for a 12-month term

• $329 per month for a 24-month term

• $268 per month for a 36-month term

Longer rental terms offer lower monthly pricing.

This structure allows a facility to evaluate the sauna alongside its other recurring amenity expenses. It also creates an opportunity to see how people actually use the sauna before deciding whether to renew, purchase, or return it.

What kinds of properties could benefit?

A shared sauna may be a good fit for:

• Apartment communities

• Condominium associations

• Homeowners associations

• Country clubs

• Racquet and athletic clubs

• Private membership clubs

• Retreat centers

• Wellness destinations

• Resorts and boutique hotels

• Glamping properties and campgrounds

• Residential developments

• Corporate wellness facilities

The strongest candidates already have residents, members, or guests interested in fitness, relaxation, recovery, or outdoor experiences.

How does a shared sauna create value?

Not every facility needs to charge separately for sauna access. The amenity can create value in several ways.

Attract new residents or members

People comparing apartment communities or private clubs often encounter similar features. A sauna gives the property something specific and memorable to show during tours, include in photographs, and mention in marketing.

Retain existing residents or members

Amenities help shape how people feel about the place they live, train, or spend their free time. Regular sauna access may strengthen the overall membership or resident experience.

Support premium memberships or amenity fees

A club or facility can include sauna access in a higher membership tier or charge an additional monthly amenity fee.

Generate direct usage revenue

Some facilities may choose to sell individual sessions, session packages, or private reservations. Retreat centers can also incorporate sauna access into the price of a retreat or wellness package.

Strengthen an existing wellness offering

A sauna can complement fitness rooms, pools, massage services, cold plunges, yoga programs, outdoor recreation, and other wellness amenities already available at the property.

Put the monthly cost in context

The monthly rental cost can look different when spread across a community or membership base.

For example, a $268 monthly sauna rental is equivalent to:

• $5.36 per month across 50 participating users

• $2.68 per month across 100 participating users

• $1.34 per month across 200 participating users

A $373 monthly rental is equivalent to:

• $7.46 per month across 50 participating users

• $3.73 per month across 100 participating users

• $1.87 per month across 200 participating users

These figures represent only the sauna rent. Electricity, cleaning, insurance, staffing, payment processing, maintenance, and site preparation should also be considered.

The point is not that every facility should divide the cost evenly. It is that a shared amenity may require only modest participation or incremental revenue to justify its monthly expense.

Choose the right sauna for the setting

Simply Sauna offers long-term rentals on a broad selection of outdoor SaunaLife models.

The collection includes compact saunas, traditional barrel saunas, glass-front models, modern cube-style saunas, and larger outdoor sauna suites. Facilities can compare models based on:

• Expected number of users

• Available outdoor space

• Monthly budget

• Desired appearance

• Delivery access

• Scheduling needs

• Intended frequency of use

A small private club may need a different sauna than a large retreat center or residential community. The goal is to select enough capacity for the expected use without paying for space that is unlikely to be needed.

Plan how the sauna will be managed

A shared sauna requires clear operating procedures.

Before moving forward, the organization should consider:

• Who will have access

• Whether reservations will be required

• Hours of availability

• Session length

• Cleaning responsibilities

• Operating and safety instructions

• Rules for guests and minors

• Insurance requirements

• Electrical and site requirements

• Local permits or approvals

• Who will monitor the sauna and respond to issues

These decisions should be made before the sauna becomes available. A simple operating plan can reduce confusion and make the experience easier for both users and staff.

What happens after the initial rental term?

Long-term rental is not financing or rent-to-own. Monthly payments cover the use of the sauna and do not build credit toward a purchase.

At the end of the initial term, the organization can choose to:

• Renew the rental for another 12 months

• Purchase the sauna at the stated end-of-term price

• Return the sauna

The facility can make that decision based on real usage, resident or member feedback, and the value the sauna produced during the rental period.

Explore long-term sauna rentals

Property managers, community associations, clubs, and retreat facilities can compare available long-term sauna rental packages and review the monthly rent, renewal rate, and purchase option for each model.

Once you have selected a package and term, submit an application for review. No payment is required with the application. Simply Sauna will review the selected package and delivery location before moving forward.