First time at a hot spring spa in Los Angeles? What to expect
A first visit to Beverly Zen Hot Springs (formerly Beverly Hot Springs) takes about two hours. You shower, soak in the natural hot spring pool, cool off in the cold plunge, move through the steam room and sauna, and rest. Nudity is optional, the men’s and women’s sections are separate, phones stay in your locker, and towels, slippers and shampoo are all provided. Walk in for the pools; book a body scrub or massage ahead.
| Time | Two hours inside, one entry per day |
|---|---|
| Cost | $50 Monday–Friday, $55 weekends and holidays; included with any body scrub, body care or massage |
| Hours | Open daily, 10 AM–8 PM |
| Attire | Nudity optional; swimsuits welcome in the pools |
| Provided | Locker, towels, slippers, hair cap, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryer, water and tea |
| Booking | Pools are walk-in; treatments by phone at (323) 734-7000 |
| Parking | Free parking on site |
What happens when you arrive?
Check in at the front desk and pay admission, or mention your treatment booking. You’ll get a locker key, towels, slippers and a hair cap. The women’s and men’s sections are separate, so companions split up here and meet again in the lobby afterwards. In the locker room, undress, put your phone away and shower before you go anywhere near the pools.
Do you have to be naked at a Korean spa?
No, not here. Nudity is optional in both sections, and swimsuits are welcome in the pools. The one rule: no underwear or street clothes in the water. You’ll see guests both ways, and nobody pays attention either way. If you book a body scrub, it is done nude on a table in a private wet room, because the scrub covers your whole body.
The circuit, step by step
There is no wrong order, but this one works well for a first visit:
- Shower. A full rinse with soap is expected before the pools.
- Soak. Start with 10 to 15 minutes in the hot spring pool. The water rises from the well at 96–105 °F.
- Cold plunge. A short dip, as long as is comfortable. Many people alternate hot and cold several times.
- Eucalyptus steam. Warm, fragrant and humid. Breathe slowly.
- Dry sauna. The driest heat of the circuit. Keep it short at first.
- Rest. Lie down, drink water or tea, then go around again if you like.
Drink water between rounds and get out of any room the moment you feel light-headed. If you are pregnant or have a heart condition or high blood pressure, ask your doctor about heat and cold plunges before you go, and tell us before any treatment.
Spa etiquette, kindly put
If you’ve been to a Korean spa, the house rules will feel familiar:
- Shower before every pool, not just the first.
- Keep voices low. The quiet is the point, and the sound carries over water.
- Phones and cameras stay in the locker, so everyone can relax unseen.
- Swimming, splashing and dunking your head are out; floating and sitting are in.
- Step out of the hot pool now and then; others are waiting for a spot.
Should you book a body scrub on your first visit?
If you want the full Korean spa experience, yes. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes first so your skin softens, then a specialist scrubs you head to toe with a coarse mitt and rinses you off. It is vigorous, and you can ask for lighter pressure at any time. A 30-minute scrub costs $80 and includes your spa admission. Read more in our guide to the Korean body scrub.
What to bring
Nothing, strictly. If you like, bring a swimsuit, non-slip sandals, a hair tie and cash for gratuities (18–22% is customary for treatments, and there is an ATM on site). Leave jewelry and valuables at home; the spa can’t be responsible for items in lockers.
What a first visit costs
| Visit | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Soak only, weekday | $50 | 2 hours |
| Soak only, weekend or holiday | $55 | 2 hours |
| Korean body scrub, admission included | $80 | 30 min + soak |
| Body scrub + body care combination | $170 | 80 min + soak |
| 55-minute massage, admission included | $140 | 55 min + soak |
Prices are as of September 2026.
Common first-timer questions
Is Beverly Zen Hot Springs co-ed?
No. The pools, steam room and sauna are in separate women’s and men’s sections. Couples and friends meet in the lobby.
Can I come and go?
One entry per day. Plan your two hours, and arrive early if you have a treatment.
Can teenagers come?
Guests under 18 need a parent or guardian with them and written consent. Please call ahead.
Is there food?
There is no restaurant on site; water and tea are included. Eat lightly beforehand.
Where do I park?
Free parking on site.
Plan your visit: open daily 10 AM–8 PM at 308 N Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004. Call (323) 734-7000 to book a treatment.