This Secret Nordic Spa Near Ottawa Is Like A Trip To Iceland's Blue Lagoon

It is only 5 minutes from Ottawa!
Staff Writer

Get ready to relax in paradise, as this nordic spa near Ottawa is like a trip to Iceland's famous Blue Lagoon.

Only five minutes away from the city, KOENA Spa is 40,000 square feet dreamy oasis.

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Inside there is so much to see and do that you can easily spend hours alternating between the three hot tubs, two saunas, steam bath, and cold plunge pool.

While here, you also won't want to miss relaxing in the Himalayan salt room or floating in the serene Pohina bath cave.

For the most budget-friendly option, opt to visit Monday to Thursday after 6 p.m. as it is only $39 per person.

KOENA Spa

Price: $39+ per person

Address: 1172 Chemin d'Aylmer, Gatineau, QC

Why You Need To Go: You can also book a massage or enjoy a mouthwatering meal at the bistro.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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