Kiln Floating Sauna Opens at Navy Pier Marina, Bringing Chicago Its First Floating Sauna Experience
December 29, 2025
Founded by Chicago-based entrepreneur Zoe Lake, Kiln is a custom-built floating sauna designed to offer guided thermic cycles, alternating heat, cold, rest, and hydration with an unbeatable skyline view. Docked beneath the iconic Navy Pier Ferris wheel, Kiln brings Nordic tradition to one of the cityβs most historic destinations.
βNavy Pier is deeply woven into Chicagoβs history, and being able to launch my business here feels very special,β said Lake. βKiln was built to slow people down, help them reconnect with their bodies, and experience winter and the lake in a completely new way.β
βWe are excited to welcome Kiln Floating Sauna to Navy Pier Marina. Zoe has been amazing to work with and we look forward to seeing her guests enjoy their sauna in Chicago with views like no other. There is so much to do at Navy Pier before and after the experience.β said Randy Podolsky, Founder & Developer of Navy Pier Marina
The floating sauna features a handcrafted cedar interior, panoramic city views, and professionally guided sessions suitable for newcomers and experienced sauna-goers. Kiln will operate through the spring and can accommodate up to six guests for an intimate, restorative experience.
Kiln is woman-owned, locally operated, and built with safety, community, and sustainability in mind. Advance reservations are required, and gift cards are available.
Location:
Navy Pier Marina
797 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL
Bookings:
kilnfloatingsauna.com/book
Instagram:
@kilnfloatingsauna
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