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Sauna du Château

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Visitors praise the Sauna du Chateau for its clean and modern facilities, friendly staff, and relaxing atmosphere, with many enjoying the well-maintained jacuzzi and steam room. However, some guests complain about the establishment being cold in the corridors, incorrect closing times being advertised, and occasional hygiene issues like a smell of urine. There are also differing opinions on the clientele, with some finding it diverse and others describing it as older.

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17 Rue des Ponchettes, Nice
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Phone
+33 4 93 85 73 91

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About this place Sauna du Château

Sauna du Château is listed as a gay-friendly sauna with a mixed clientele on Rue des Ponchettes, the street that runs behind the seafront at the foot of Castle Hill in Vieux Nice. It is not presented as a dedicated gay venue, and we have no confirmed details on its facilities or prices. It opens every day from 13:00 to 20:00, so it's an afternoon stop rather than a late-night one. There are no Google ratings to go on. Call ahead (+33 4 93 85 73 91) to check that it's still operating and what kind of crowd to expect before you make the trip.

Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 13:00-20:00
Tuesday 13:00-20:00
Wednesday 13:00-20:00
Thursday 13:00-20:00
Friday 13:00-20:00
Saturday 13:00-20:00
Sunday 13:00-20:00

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Happy Hour Casual Porn Movies Dry sauna Steam room Infrared sauna Jacuzzi / hot tub Swimming pool Lounge area Bar (alcohol) Private cabins Themed parties No dress code

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Ange PIERESCHI
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Excellent! The owners are welcoming, the place is clean and modern. I have no regrets. I will definitely return!

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Anthony Combalbert
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Visited on a Sunday, the place was fantastic.

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Christophe CCAVAILLES
Jun 2026
★★★★★

We had a wonderful afternoon at the sauna. The place is clean and well-maintained, and the staff are friendly. There was a good mix of people on a weekday. The chlorine level was just right for the jacuzzi, and the steam room was nice and hot throughout.

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Bruno O
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Nice establishment, but... it's been cold in the corridors for a month! And I'm not the only one complaining! Please turn on the heating and stop cutting corners...

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Pascal Auffret
Jun 2026
★★★★★

A very good and relaxing experience in this sauna. Newly renovated and superbly maintained. Impeccable service. A diverse clientele ranging from 25 to 70 years old. Finally, a place without pretentious guys.

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David “Dablix” Julien
Jun 2026
★★★★★

This was my first visit to this sauna because two years ago Google sent me to another one... It starts closing at 6:30 PM, not 8 PM! No one tells you this at the entrance. And on the way out, they confirm it in a syrupy, mocking tone. There was a smell of urine on the jacuzzi stairs. And he gets confused with the bills. I almost had to pay for someone else's drink. Heterosexual porn videos in a gay sauna—that's weird. No one was 30-50 years old. I was the youngest. Finally, the entrance fee is expensive for the provinces. It's a shame about my first quick visit to this very beautiful and large sauna, which has just been renovated and where the service is otherwise excellent.

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Alfonso Munuera
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Very nice. But please change the closing time to 7 pm and the closing time for the jacuzzis, etc., to around 6:30 pm. Otherwise, the person at reception was very friendly.

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eric calor
Jun 2026
★★★★★

A youth discount would be welcome; it would surely lower the average age.

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Alexandre Boulay
Jun 2026
★★★★★

A wonderful experience at Sauna du Château. The place is clean, well-maintained, and has all the necessary equipment for a relaxing time. The atmosphere is friendly, respectful, and pleasant. The staff is welcoming and makes you feel at ease from the moment you arrive. Located in the heart of Old Nice, it's an ideal place to unwind after a stroll through the city or a day at the beach. I highly recommend it!

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Robbie Donaldson
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Great facilities, friendly staff, decent size. Love the large hammam steam room and large coolish hot tub, perfect temp for hot days. Crowd was very mixed but leaned toward older, which I like. Will be back.

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mathieu alfano
Jun 2026
★★★★★

On a getaway to Nice, we took advantage of our Sunday afternoon to discover this sauna. A warm welcome and very clean facilities. The sauna is well-designed and we met some wonderful people. We will be back with pleasure. Kisses, your Toulon residents 😉

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Marco Rembado
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Warm welcome from friendly and helpful staff. Clean and welcoming atmosphere. The clientele is middle-aged and older.

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KoMa BuHu
Jun 2026
★★★★★

This was by far the best sauna experience we've ever had, especially compared to saunas in Germany! What immediately struck us was the incredibly friendly and welcoming atmosphere created by the staff. Christoph (or someone with a similar name) in particular made us feel welcome with his warm and friendly manner. We weren't just greeted warmly, but everything was patiently explained to us. We immediately felt included in a relaxed conversation – as if we'd been guests for a long time. You can tell that a pleasant atmosphere is truly valued here. As a couple (a trans woman and a man), we were not only accepted as guests, but also received with respect and openness – this truly impressed us. In many other places, we would have encountered problems, but not here! We were admitted as a couple, which naturally reduced the entrance fee for us. We've never experienced such consideration anywhere else. It's particularly noteworthy that slippers are provided free of charge and you can even change your towels at any time – a service we've never experienced to this extent in Germany, Spain, or the Netherlands. For my wife (TS), it was also a very relaxing experience – at other saunas, entry is often only granted on specific days, but here there were no restrictions or distinctions whatsoever. The entire atmosphere was permeated by such openness and remarkable respect, which we rarely encounter – here you simply feel human and treated as an equal. We even saw a woman and a transvestite, which further demonstrates how inclusive and respectful this place truly is. The facilities and services are also outstanding! Three floors with every amenity you could wish for, and the entire place is impeccably maintained. We are truly impressed and sincerely hope to manage to visit this fantastic place again before we leave. An experience we will never forget and one we would definitely recommend!

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Sébastien Labeyrie
Jun 2026
★★★★★

What a wonderful surprise! I had a fantastic time. Christophe's welcome was absolutely perfect. The place is amazing, with plenty of space to relax. The jacuzzi and hammam were superb. It certainly won't be my last time. I'll be back very soon.

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Last updated on 20 October 2026

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