A wooden sauna room with a wood-burning stove, a bucket with a ladle, a stack of firewood, towels, a brush, a thermometer, and a window.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Hot Spot Sauna is a full-service custom sauna builder and luxury mobile rental provider based in Chicago, IL. We specialize in designing and crafting premium, custom-built saunas—both stationary units built on-site at your property and mobile units handcrafted on heavy-duty trailers. Every build features high-grade Western Red Cedar, elite Thermafiber insulation, solid aluminum vapor barriers, and high-performance American-made Kuuma wood stoves. Whether you want to purchase a custom sauna for your backyard or rent a luxury mobile unit for the weekend, we bring authentic Nordic sauna culture directly to you.

    • Yes! We offer full custom design and construction for:

      • Mobile Sauna Trailer Builds: Custom-built on dual-axle trailers with integrated changing rooms, integrated plumbing setups, LED lighting, and off-grid power.

      • On-Site Custom Builds: Handcrafted stationary saunas built directly on your residential or commercial property (backyards, patios, or indoor wellness spaces).

        Contact us to discuss your vision, dimensions, and custom feature options for a personalized quote.

    • Free delivery within 10 miles of O’Hare International airport.

    • Luxury dual-room mobile sauna trailer (Hot Room + Changing Room with ambient LED lighting)

    • Premium dry firewood, kindling, and fire starters

    • Cedar wood bucket, ladle, and pure essential aromatherapy oils

    • Temperature/humidity gauge and wooden headrests

    • Add-ons like oak whisk branches (vasta/vihta), hats, slippers, towels and extra wood bundles are available at checkout or upon request

  • Renters must complete an online Rental Agreement, sign a Liability Waiver, and provide a $200 refundable security deposit at booking.

  • Cancellations made at least 7 days prior to your reservation qualify for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days are non-refundable unless we can rebook the reserved dates.

  • Yes, absolutely. Every individual guest who enters the sauna—whether during a rental or at a private event—must complete and sign our online Health & Liability Waiver Form prior to stepping inside. The booking host is responsible for ensuring all attendees fill out the form ahead of time to confirm they understand the safe operational rules and heat exposure guidelines.

  • Our luxury mobile rental service delivers an authentic, wood-fired sauna experience right to your driveway or event venue. We handle delivery, setup, level calibration, and provide all necessary operating supplies so you can enjoy a private wellness retreat at home.

  • Sauna therapy enhances cardiovascular circulation, flushes toxins, improves skin tone, relieves joint stiffness, and speeds up muscle recovery. Regular sessions also lower cortisol levels and promote deep, restorative sleep.

  • We offer FREE rental delivery within a 10-mile radius of O’Hare airport. Deliveries beyond 10 miles are charged at $3 per mile. Custom build delivery terms are arranged during project planning.

  • Our rental trailer requires a flat, level surface (driveway, private parking pad, or packed gravel) and a clear overhead drive-through path free from low-hanging tree branches or tight power lines.

  • Standard drop-off is between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and pick-up is between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Custom delivery timing can be requested upon booking.

  • Our dual-tier cedar benching comfortably seats up to 6 adults at once.

  • Thanks to our Thermafiber rockwool insulation and pure aluminum vapor seal paired with the powerful Kuuma stove, the room reaches prime operational temperatures ($180^\circ\text{F}–200^\circ\text{F}+$) in just 20 to 30 minutes.

  • Yes! Kuuma stoves are designed for heavy water use to create Löyly (soft, soothing humidity). Please use clean water in moderation using the provided bucket and ladle.

  • Individuals with high/low blood pressure, heart conditions, diabetes, or those who are pregnant or under 12 should consult a physician first. Never use the sauna under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

    • No food or colored drinks (water only)

    • No glass containers

    • No phones or electronics (heat damages lithium batteries)

    • No smoking, vaping, or open flames

    • No body oils or lotions on raw cedar benches

  • No outlet is needed! Heat is generated 100% by the Kuuma wood stove, and ambient LED lighting runs off an included portable power station.

  • Our saunas feature a built-in plumbing system designed for ultimate convenience and hot water production:

    • Outdoor Shower: Connect a standard garden hose to the exterior hookup to enjoy a refreshing outdoor rinse before or after your session.

    • Indoor Water Access: Easy interior water access makes filling your sauna bucket or washing down benches quick and effortless.

    • Stove Water Heater Tank: Our Kuuma wood stove is equipped with a integrated stainless steel water tank that naturally boils water as the stove heats, supplying piping-hot water for steam creation or warm washing without needing electricity.