A 2,400sqm bathhouse is opening in Jumeirah (yes, really)

SACRA is opening in Jumeirah 1 in March 2026 with Dubai’s biggest bathhouse setup: a huge banya, hammam, saunas, cold plunges, cryo, VIP suites, and a restaurant.

SACRA Dubai: giant new bathhouse opens March 2026

Dubai’s wellness scene loves a bigger-is-better moment, and SACRA is leaning all the way in. It’s a new bath house and wellness complex opening mid-March 2026 in Jumeirah 1, built around hot-and-cold rituals, big communal bathing spaces, and modern recovery add-ons like cryotherapy and pressure therapy. The official site currently says “Opening 2026”, which lines up with the March window.

SACRA is set to open in mid-March 2026 at 17B Street, Jumeirah 1.
It’s billed as the region’s largest bath and wellness complex, spanning 2,400 sqm.
The headline feature is a 50 sqm banya chamber, powered by a 55-tonne gas heater.
Expect separate men’s and women’s areas, plus hammam, saunas, steam rooms, hot/cold contrast zones, and more.
There’s also a restaurant and an on-site partnership with SKIN 111 for medically led treatments.

What SACRA is, and where it’s opening

SACRA is positioning itself as a full-day wellness destination: bathe, sweat, freeze, float, eat, repeat.

Opening: mid-March 2026
Location: 17B Street, Jumeirah 1, Dubai
Size: 2,400 sqm
Setup: separate men’s and women’s bathhouse areas

If you want a broader look at how Dubai is already stacking up wellness options (from classic spas to newer concepts), Visit Dubai keeps a running guide.

The main event: a giant banya chamber

The signature space is a 50-square-metre banya chamber, described as the largest of its kind in the Middle East, heated by a 55-tonne gas heater.

Traditional banya-style steam bathing using heat + water
Herbal whisks (fir, birch, oak) as part of the ritual
Framed as supporting circulation and tension release (think: “you feel looser afterwards”, not “this cures anything”)

If you’ve only ever done a standard gym steam room, banya culture is more “guided ritual” than “sit quietly and stare at tiles”.

Hydrothermal circuit: hot, cold, and everything in between

SACRA is going for a full contrast-therapy menu, mixing classic bathing formats with modern recovery rooms.

Turkish hammam
Finnish sauna
Multiple specialty steam rooms
Jacuzzis, ice baths, cold plunge barrels
Cryotherapy chamber
Pressure chamber
Floating area
Salt grotto aimed at respiratory/skin support (not a medical promise, just the intent)

The idea is simple: move between heat and cold, then recover. Whether you love it or hate it usually depends on how you feel about voluntary discomfort.

VIP Suites, treatments, and the “stay all day” pitch

There are standard spa treatments and massages, plus three themed VIP suites if you want privacy (or just don’t want to make small talk in a robe).

Chalet Suite: alpine, ski-retreat vibes
Moroccan Suite: greens/blues inspired by Moroccan gardens
USSR Suite: warm red wood and vintage styling

SACRA also includes a restaurant with a menu described as Mediterranean influences, steakhouse favourites, and Eastern European comfort dishes—positioned as “wellness-focused”, but still recognisably food.

For the health-tech crowd, there’s a partnership with SKIN 111, described as a wellness and longevity clinic offering medically led treatments on site.

Who’s behind it

SACRA is led by Alexander Orlov, founder of Bulldozer SPA & Bath Division, which is described as being behind premium bathhouse concepts globally.

Practical notes for Dubai residents

A few useful things to keep in mind (because Dubai openings can be… fluid):

The press materials point to mid-March 2026, while SACRA’s site currently keeps it broad as “Opening 2026.”
It’s in Jumeirah 1, so expect easy access from Beach Road areas and a “plan your parking” situation on busy evenings.
If you’re building a healthier routine before places like this open, Dubai’s public programmes can be surprisingly good (and not AED 700 per session).

FAQs

When is SACRA opening in Dubai?

SACRA is slated for mid-March 2026, and its website currently states “Opening 2026.”

Where is SACRA located?

It’s opening on 17B Street in Jumeirah 1, Dubai.

What’s the difference between a banya and a normal steam room?

A banya is typically a more structured ritual: higher heat, water/steam bursts, and (in this case) herbal whisks used as part of the experience.

What facilities will SACRA have?

The plan includes hammam, Finnish sauna, steam rooms, hot tubs, ice baths/cold plunges, cryotherapy, pressure therapy, floating, and a salt grotto, plus spa treatments.