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The large cold plunge, hot steam room and snow room create a distinctive heat-and-cold circuit.
Banya Forrest
Bluewaters Island
Banya Forrest is a bathhouse and spa on Bluewaters Island, centred on hot steam, cold plunges and traditional rituals. Visitors can book treatments such as parenie, body scrubs and massages, then settle in for Eastern-European food in the Slavic Forest restaurant.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
1,068 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Parenie Ritual
Parenie with natural oak veniks is a standout traditional banya treatment, with staff guiding guests through the ritual.
Skilled Treatments
Reviews specifically praise the massages and body scrubs for being professional, kind and effective.
Russian Food
The menu adds real appeal, with repeated mentions of pelmeni, vareniki, dumplings, borscht and honey cake.
Outdoor Terrace
The outdoor seating gives guests somewhere pleasant to continue the visit after the heat, with one review noting a sea view.
Community Feel
Beyond the spa routine, the Saturday morning run club offers a social way to use the facilities.
Free Parking
One review reports free parking for a few hours, a useful perk on Bluewaters Island.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Prices. Check current entry and food prices before going; one visitor specifically described the experience as pricey.
Confirm Walk-In Fees. If you plan to arrive without a reservation, confirm the current walk-in fee and payment process first.
Ask Steam Times. Ask when the next fresh steam is scheduled, as the frequency differed from a returning guest’s previous visit.
Avoid Peak Times. Consider a quieter time or reserve ahead if you want an open spot in the banya, since one visit was crowded.
Use Parking. Allow for a few hours and check the parking arrangement; a reviewer reported free parking for that period.
Check Add-Ons. Ask what is included and whether extras or service charges apply before ordering food, drinks or treatments.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Bluewaters Residences 1
Marsa Dubai - Bluewaters Island, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Body Wash ritual
The Body Wash ritual appears as part of a ladies’ day visit before steaming and the plunge.
Chicken kiev
Chicken kiev is one of the specific dishes praised alongside the banya experience.
Common Concerns
High Costs
Customers describe the experience as expensive, with water and even table lemon attracting extra charges.
Crowding
A busy visit meant there were not always free places in the banya, while the changing rooms felt small.
Changing Rooms
One review reported waiting 20 minutes for the combined shower and toilet in the ladies’ changing room.
Facility Downtime
The ice room was unavailable during one visit because it was under maintenance.
Steam Timing
Steam refreshes were less frequent than on a previous visit, which surprised a returning guest.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 350
walk-in guests
“Upon arrival, I was informed that walk-in guests are now charged AED 350”Google review · June 2026
AED 300
ladies’ Friday entry
“All available information still states that Fridays are AED 300 for ladies”Google review · June 2026
60 dirhams
water
“It’s quite expensive, especially 60 dirhams for water is crazy”Google review · May 2026
50 aed
water
“In any sauna or spa where you sweat a lot you should be able to get water for free or be allowed to bring your bottle rather than paying 50 aed for just 1 l …”Google review · August 2025
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The Bottom Line
Banya Forrest is a Russian-style bathhouse and spa on Bluewaters Island, built around hot steam, cold plunges and traditional rituals. A first visit can include parenie with an oak venik, followed by the snow room or ice-cold plunge; massages and body scrubs are also repeatedly praised. It is more of a full outing than a quick sauna stop.
Food is part of the experience rather than an afterthought. Reviews mention pelmeni, vareniki, borscht, cherry dumplings, chicken kiev and honey cake, while the terrace provides outdoor seating and, according to one guest, a sea view. Free parking for a few hours was also reported, and the Saturday run club adds a social angle.
The main caveat is cost. 5% service charge on food and drinks. Check current prices and what is included before ordering.
Capacity can also matter: one visit was crowded, the changing rooms felt small, and another guest waited 20 minutes for the combined shower and toilet. The ice room has also been unavailable during maintenance, while steam refresh times have varied, so confirm the schedule when booking.
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