The Ultimate Guest Amenity: Sauna Benefits for Mind, Body, and Soul
At Syd’s Place, our goal is to create more than just a place to rest your head. We’re here to offer an experience that nourishes body and soul. One of our favorite features? The private outdoor sauna in our backyard.
Whether you're visiting Fort Collins for adventure, work, or a weekend escape, our sauna is the perfect way to enhance your stay. Beyond being a unique amenity, it’s a powerful wellness tool you can tap into anytime of day or night, it is right out the backdoor.
7 Benefits of Using the Sauna During Your Stay
1. Deep Relaxation
The soothing heat of the sauna helps melt away stress and tension from the moment you step inside. Whether you've been hiking Horsetooth, strolling Old Town, or just had a long drive in, this is your reset button.
2. Detox Naturally
Sweating is one of the body’s natural ways to release toxins, and a few rounds in the sauna can help support your body’s detox process—leaving you feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded. It’s the perfect reset, whether you're winding down after a big day outdoors or easing into your stay. Planning your visit? Check out our 48 Hours in Fort Collins guide for a local itinerary that pairs perfectly with a sauna session.
3. Boost Circulation
The heat dilates blood vessels and increases circulation, which can help relieve muscle soreness, reduce inflammation, and support recovery after physical activity. Ideal after a day exploring Colorado’s outdoors.
4. Improve Sleep Quality
Regular sauna use can promote deeper sleep. The gentle rise and fall in body temperature encourages your nervous system to wind down, helping you sleep better during your stay.
5. Immune System Support
Sauna time isn’t just relaxing—it might actually help your body stay strong. Studies suggest it can boost white blood cell production, which means your immune system gets a little backup. A solid ritual for staying well while you’re out adventuring.
6. Skin Glow-Up
Sauna sessions do more than just melt away stress—they help your skin breathe. The combo of heat and sweat clears out pores, evens skin tone, and leaves you with that fresh, post-sauna glow. Want to level it up? Bring your favorite face mask and turn it into a full-on ritual. If you didn’t pack a face mask, no worries-- swing by Golden Poppy Herbal Apothecary or Sunday Supply Co. in Old Town to shop local and find a skin-loving treat for your post-sauna glow.
7. A Moment for Yourself
In a world that rarely slows down, the sauna is your portal to peace. Leave your phone behind, lean back, maybe even kick your feet up the wall. As the heat rises, breathe deep and let the outside world fade. This is your space to soften, settle, and let your mind wander somewhere quieter.
How to Sauna Like a Pro at Syd’s Place
- Hydrate first: Drink water before and after your session.
- Shower: Rinse off before entering to help keep the sauna clean and your pores open.
- Dress light: A towel or swimsuit is all you need.
- Start slow: 10–15 minutes is plenty if you’re new to sauna use.
- Cool down: After your session, take a cold shower or step outside for fresh air.
- Repeat if desired: You can do 2–3 rounds for the full experience.
- Hydrate your skin: After your final session and shower, apply lotion to lock in moisture and keep your skin feeling soft and replenished.
Designed for Your Wellness Journey
The sauna at Syd’s Place isn’t just a bonus. It’s part of our mission to help you feel restored, inside and out. Whether you use it in the morning to kickstart your day or at night to unwind, we invite you to make it part of your rhythm while you’re here.
Ready to book your sauna escape in Fort Collins?
Check availability at Syd’s Place and start planning your restorative stay.