Snow Room

Finland’s roll-in-the-snow, in Brooklyn — a gentle, dry 14–32°F cool-down without the shock of the plunge.

Snow Room at World Spa, Brooklyn — real powdery snow at 14–32°F for a gentle cool-down

The Room

Cooling down is half the sweat-bathing cycle — but not everyone loves the shock of an icy plunge. The Snow Room is the gentler way: real, powdery snow in crisp, dry air at 14–32°F.

The idea comes from Finland, the home of the sauna, where a session traditionally ends with a cleansing “roll in the snow.” Step in after the heat, scoop up a handful of snow for your arms and legs, and feel the hot-cold contrast bring your body back to temperature — invigorating, not jarring.

Finland’s roll-in-the-snow, reimagined — the soft landing after the heat.

The Details

Temperature: 14–32°F (dry, powdery snow)
Best for: A gentle cool-down, hot-cold contrast
How long: 3–5 minutes, then rest
Access: Included with any World Spa day pass
Location: 1571 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230

How to Use the Snow Room

Go in after a hot sauna, when your body is fully warmed. Cool down gently for 3–5 minutes — pick up the powdery snow and rub it on your arms and legs. Then rest or lie down for 15–20 minutes, hydrating as you go.

Why Guests Return

Gentle contrast — the cool-down without the plunge’s shock.
Circulation — hot-cold contrast gets the blood moving.
Recovery — soothes sore, warmed muscles.
Respiratory — cold, dry air many find refreshing for breathing.
A signature moment — few spas have one; this is a World Spa favorite.
Reset — the clean break between rounds of heat.

Snow Room, Answered

What is a snow room?

A cold room filled with real, powdery snow in dry air at 14–32°F — a gentle way to cool down after the heat, inspired by Finland’s “roll in the snow.”

How cold is the snow room?

It runs at 14–32°F with dry, powdery snow.

Snow room or cold plunge?

The snow room is a gentler, dry cool-down; the cold plunge is an icy-water immersion. Many guests prefer the snow room if they don’t love the shock of cold water.

How do I use the snow room?

After a hot sauna, cool down for 3–5 minutes — rub the snow on your arms and legs — then rest and hydrate.

Is it included with admission?

Yes — included with any World Spa day pass.