Many spas have communal whirlpools or Jacuzzis that are of varying temperatures. While some spas will have a communal whirlpool room that s focused on nothing but bathing, others will use their whirlpool room like an indoor pool. You may find comfy lounge chairs arranged around the whirlpools, making the whirlpool room the ideal place for reading or napping between spa treatments. So, you may want to tote reading materials along if your idea of relaxation involves going back and forth between roiling bubbles and a good book. If you are pregnant and planning a spa visit, be certain to consult with your physician to establish which treatments are right for you.
Steam rooms are usually small tile-lined rooms with tile benches.
You ll generally find hooks outside the steam room for hanging your robe, and towels outside the room to sit on, and to dry off with after you leave. These rooms are generally very warm and very wet, so tread carefully. While some spas will use pure steam, others will feature eucalyptus or some other type of therapeutic steam. Contact lens wearers may want to consider skipping the steam room or removing their lenses prior to stepping inside, as some people find that the steam irritates their lenses. Similar to the steam room, the sauna is a warm enclosure, but without the moisture.