Infrared Sauna in New Orleans: The Complete Local Guide

This is our complete local guide to infrared sauna in New Orleans — how it works, what sessions feel like, and how locals build heat into their recovery routine. Ready to book? Head to our infrared sauna service page or Book Your Session.

There’s something deeply satisfying about sweating in New Orleans — it’s practically the city’s official pastime. But there’s a difference between standing on a second line in August and sitting in an infrared sauna on Magazine Street. One beats you down. The other builds you back up.

NOLA Chill’s infrared sauna offers steady dry heat in a private room. It feels different from a traditional steam room because there is no steam, and clients control how long they stay within the session guidelines.

What Is Infrared Sauna Therapy?

Traditional saunas heat the air around you to 180–200°F — hot, suffocating, and hard to tolerate for long enough to get real therapeutic benefit. Infrared saunas work on an entirely different principle. Instead of heating the air, they use infrared light to heat your body directly. At NOLA Chill, our infrared heating elements reach 175°F, while the ambient room temperature sits in the more comfortable 140–150°F range.

The practical difference is the feel: steady dry heat without steam. Clients can sit quietly, read, or simply take a break from a busy day. Individual responses vary, and NOLA Chill does not describe sweating as toxin removal.

The room also includes LED light. NOLA Chill is holding device-specific wavelength, FDA, and treatment claims until the exact equipment documentation is verified.

What Infrared Sauna Does for Your Body

Here is what clients can expect from the infrared sauna experience:

• Warm, low-effort time: Clients often book after a demanding day or workout when they want to sit quietly in dry heat.
• A private setting: The room gives you uninterrupted time without the noise or humidity of a steam room.
• A slower pace: Clients choose sauna when they want a calmer experience than the short, intense cold of cryotherapy.
• Easy pairing: Sauna can be booked on its own or before another service when availability allows.
• Flexible visit options: Ask staff about booking sauna with CryoFacial, cryotherapy, compression, or hydromassage.
• Shareable packages: Sauna packages are shareable, which can make group visits easier to plan.
• Simple preparation: Arrive hydrated, follow staff guidance, and stop the session if you feel unwell.

A Simple Warm-to-Cold Visit

Some clients enjoy pairing warm and cold experiences in one visit. The sequence is a personal preference rather than a guaranteed treatment protocol.

At NOLA Chill, you can book infrared sauna first and then whole body cryotherapy when availability allows. Staff can help with timing and explain what to expect from the warm-to-cold sequence.

Total visit time depends on the services you select. Our team can help you choose a schedule that fits your time and budget.

Why New Orleans Locals Love the Sauna

New Orleans weather can make outdoor plans unpredictable. The infrared sauna gives clients an indoor, climate-controlled place for a scheduled dry-heat session.

It is also one of the quietest services in the studio: no steam, no phone notifications, and no complicated setup.

Located on Magazine Street, Uptown New Orleans

NOLA Chill is at 6045 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans — 5 minutes from Tulane and Loyola University, 10 minutes from the Garden District and CBD. Open 7 days a week: Monday through Friday 9am–7pm, Saturday 9am–4pm, Sunday 10am–3pm.

New to infrared sauna? Our team will walk you through the current settings, session length, hydration guidance, and how to pair it with another service if you choose.

📍 6045 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118 | (504) 381-4207Text us | Book Online

Frequently Asked Questions — Infrared Sauna New Orleans

What temperature does the infrared sauna reach at NOLA Chill?

The cabin uses dry infrared heating elements rather than steam. Exact temperature changes during a session, so ask staff for the current operating settings and follow the guidance provided.

How long is an infrared sauna session at NOLA Chill?

Sessions are typically 30 minutes. We also offer 45-minute sessions.

Can I do infrared sauna and cryotherapy on the same day?

Yes. Sauna and cryotherapy can be booked on the same day when availability allows. Staff generally schedules the sauna first and can explain the transition; individual experiences vary.

How often should I use the infrared sauna?

There is no single frequency that is right for everyone. Choose a schedule that fits your tolerance, time, and budget, and ask a qualified medical professional if you have a health concern.

What should I bring to an infrared sauna session?

Wear lightweight workout clothes or loose-fitting clothes that you can easily change back into. Bring water — you will sweat. We provide towels. Arrive hydrated and avoid heavy meals within an hour of your session.

What is the difference between infrared sauna and a traditional steam sauna?

Infrared and steam saunas create different experiences. NOLA Chill’s room uses dry infrared heat rather than steam; neither should be described as delivering guaranteed medical or recovery outcomes.

Does the infrared sauna at NOLA Chill have LED light therapy?

The room includes LED light. We do not make device-specific treatment or FDA claims until the exact equipment documentation is verified.