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Address
Ramillies House, 1-2 Ramillies Street, London W1F 7LN
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Phone
+44 20 7287 2848
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Website
www.sweatboxsoho.com
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Price Range
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About this place Sweatbox Soho

Sweatbox, a gay men's sauna and gym, sits on Ramillies Street in Soho, just a short stroll from Oxford Circus and the bars on Old Compton Street. It's a three-floor setup: gym, dry sauna, steam room, large jacuzzi, steam maze, darkroom, and areas for cruising, plus free and paid cabins. You can get in 24 hours a day. Entry costs £25, though it's £17 if you're 25 or under - card only, no cash. After the Soho bars shut down, Sweatbox fills up quickly. Reviews on the upkeep are all over the place, so it's best to see for yourself; just remember to stash your valuables in your locker.

Opening Hours

Open Now
Monday 00:00-24:00
Tuesday 00:00-24:00
Wednesday 00:00-24:00
Thursday 00:00-24:00
Friday 00:00-24:00
Saturday 00:00-24:00
Sunday 00:00-24:00

Features

Gay Naked required Free Condoms Dark Room Lockers Safe space Walk ins welcome Dry sauna Steam room Infrared sauna Jacuzzi Maze / labyrinth Private cabins Massage service (pro) Gym / fitness room 24-hour access Near public transport Naked / nude nights Foam parties Day pass Under-25 discount Gay (mostly men) Darkroom Safer sex supplies

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3.1
★★★★★
796 reviews

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Ryo
Ryo Jun 2026
★★★★★

This sauna left a very bad impression on me because of one extremely rude staff. I handed over my phone and other belongings when I entered. Later, I asked that staff to get my locker key back because I needed my phone charger. He told me that once items were placed in the rocker at check-in, they could not be accessed till leaving. This rule wasn’t explained at all when I entered. When I asked how I was supposed to charge my phone then, he just kept repeating the same thing instead of trying to help. Another frustrating experience happened after my shower. My hair was wet and I was cold, so I went to dry it. The same staff told me not to go to changing area. However, the hair dryer was only located there. Even after I explained that I was simply drying my hair, he just kept saying “No.” These unreasonable rules made absolutely no sense to me. But since he’s bald, maybe he simply doesn’t understand what it’s like for people who actually have hair…

Aaron Francis Madden
Aaron Francis Madden Jun 2026
★★★★★

I've been here ince before - it was pleasant. I was looking forward to going again in July but my god the reviews are shockingly bad! Like why hasn't the staff and hygiene issues just been dealt with straight away when they 1st started becoming the main issues with customers?? I find it interesting how Sweatbox only replies to the less negative reviews which leads me to think ye are delusional and ignorance is bliss. It also seems that everyone wants this sauna to do well and to be amazing but ye just can't seem to get it together. Shame!

Alrine Roche
Alrine Roche Jun 2026
★★★★★

Had a really great time at Naked Night on Tuesday at SweatBox. The atmosphere was friendly, relaxed, and welcoming, and there was a good crowd throughout the evening. I felt comfortable, had fun, and enjoyed the whole experience. Definitely one of the highlights of my week, and I’d happily go again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

kato eliassen
kato eliassen Jun 2026
★★★★★
Aal jj
Aal jj Jun 2026
★★★★★
Luis
Luis May 2026
★★★★★
Joey Mjahed
Joey Mjahed May 2026
★★★★★

I honestly felt like Sweatbox was more of a prison than a sauna. The atmosphere was cold and full of unnecessary restrictions, and the guy at reception was rude and unfriendly from the moment I arrived. I really don’t understand all the rules they impose. It already feels overly controlled, but what made it worse was how unreasonable the management was. They don’t serve alcohol, which is strange for a place trying to create a social atmosphere, and they also refuse to let you bring in an already opened bottle of poppers. I paid for 24-hour access, and when I asked if I could re-enter later with the same poppers, the manager told me I’d have to leave it there and pay £1 to store it. Seriously? After paying for full access already, this just felt petty and ridiculous. Overall, the experience was uncomfortable, unfriendly, and far from relaxing. Definitely not somewhere I’d return to.

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Last updated on 5 November 2026

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