Amelia HallEver feel like the world’s piling on and you just need a break from it all? Floating around weightless for an hour might sound like something out of a sci-fi film, but trust me, it’s the escape you didn’t know you needed.
Whether you’re feeling the strain from sitting at your desk all day, had one too many intense gym sessions, or just want to completely zone out, floating is a next-level way to reset your body and mind.
Vancouver’s got some cracking spots for floatation therapy, and after checking them out, I can tell you they’re not just about a bit of quiet time.
So, if you’re ready to stop carrying the weight of the world (and your shoulders), come along as we float through the best spots in Vancouver. These places will have you drifting off into Zen mode before you can say, “What stress?”
Float House Vancouver
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Address: 70 W Cordova St
Contact details: +1 604-558-3999
Operating Hours: Mon – Sun 8AM-11PM
Pricing: $$
Float House Vancouver isn’t just any float centre – they’ve hosted over 100,000 floats. When you step into their pods, you’ll be floating in 10 inches of water mixed with 1000 pounds of Epsom salt. This means instant buoyancy – your body weightless, and your mind free from distractions. For first-timers, the staff walks you through the whole process, making sure you know how to adjust the lights and music to your liking.
You’ll also get your own private room with a shower, so you can rinse off the salt and head back into the real world feeling fresh.
Float House also offers a Hot-Cold therapy session where you can alternate between a private cold plunge and a sauna – perfect for physical recovery and a mental boost.
And if that’s not enough, their infrared sauna will detox and recharge you, allowing your body to absorb deep infrared waves while you just…relax.
Plus, you can unwind in their post-float lounge, taking a few extra minutes to savour that blissed-out feeling before stepping back into the city’s hustle.
| Pro tip: Check out their monthly reset packages for a more consistent escape from daily stress. |
Halsa Float Spas
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Address: 2028 W 4th Ave
Contact details: +1 604-874-4277
Operating Hours: Mon – Sun 9AM-9PM
Pricing: $$
At Halsa Float Spas, floating takes on a whole new level. Imagine your muscles, tendons, and ligaments fully supported by the water, and your spine gently lengthening. With no gravity to worry about, your body and mind melt into pure relaxation.
And that’s just the start. Here, you float in either a Genesis Pod or an Ocean Cabin, both designed to completely cut off external stimuli. The water’s heated to match your skin temperature, blurring the line between where your body ends and the water begins.
And if you prefer to float in silence, just say the word – they’ll turn off the music and lights for that complete sensory deprivation.
| Pro tip: Try the Ocean Cabin for a more spacious float, especially if you’re after complete mental clarity in darkness. |
Puriin Spa and Wellness — Vancouver & Richmond Cleanse Center
Address: 1128 W Hastings St
Contact details: +1 604-123-4567
Operating Hours: Mon – Sun 9AM-8PM
Pricing: $$$
Puriin Spa offers more than just floating – they take wellness to a new level with their signature Colon Hydrotherapy. Using purified water, this therapy cleanses your colon, which they believe is key to preventing illnesses and boosting overall health.
If the idea of colonics sounds intimidating, don’t worry – Puriin’s spa environment is designed to make you feel at ease. The entire process is private, comfortable, and leaves you feeling lighter and refreshed.
Newcomers don’t have to navigate the experience alone. The friendly team walks you through each step, offering a pre-session consultation where they discuss your needs and answer any questions.
They even provide a warm or cold drink before you start, just to keep things relaxed. Many regulars like to pair their colon hydrotherapy with a float session, finding it’s the perfect combo for a deep cleanse inside and out.
| Pro tip: If you are feeling sluggish, pair colon hydrotherapy with floatation therapy for a complete detox and mental reset. |
Salt Wellness Centre
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Address: 15303 31st Ave, Surrey
Contact details: +1 604-674-8100
Operating Hours: Mon – Sun 8AM-9PM
Pricing: $$
Salt Wellness Centre takes float therapy to the next level with its zero-gravity float tank. The moment you slip into the warm water, enriched with magnesium-rich Epsom salts, you’ll feel your body gently rise, weightless like never before.
Now, for those who are a bit claustrophobic, do not worry. The tanks here are spacious enough to make you feel at ease, and you can always adjust the lighting and music to suit your mood.
The real treat? Salt Wellness doesn’t stop at float therapy. If you’re up for it, you can pair your float with their hot-cold therapy – a combination of sweating it out in a sauna and plunging into an ice-cold bath to jump-start your circulation and boost recovery.
And for couples looking to unwind together, their wave float room is the perfect spot for a shared relaxation experience.
| Pro tip: If you’re hooked on relaxation, their float membership makes the experience not just affordable, but a regular retreat. Trust me, you’ll want to come back for more. |
