Sanctuary Float Spa is the Twin Cities’ largest float spa offering a premier experience. Discover what sets us apart, including our spacious, custom float suites, clinical-grade cleanliness, and unparalleled comfort.
If stress has been living in your shoulders, your jaw, your back—or just your brain—there’s a reason float therapy keeps showing up on “best self-care” lists. Floating is known for helping people unwind, reset their nervous systems, and give overworked bodies a break from gravity.
But here’s something many people don’t realize until they try it: not all float spas are the same.
The quality of your float experience depends heavily on the space, the cleanliness, and how the entire visit is designed. At Sanctuary Float Spa, we built our spa specifically for people who want the benefits of float therapy without the common drawbacks that make some first-timers hesitant.
From the moment you walk in, our focus is on two things that matter right away:
- Comfort: no cramped, claustrophobic “tank” vibes
- Cleanliness: the kind that lets you fully relax instead of wondering what you’re floating in
Here’s what makes Sanctuary Float Spa different and why first-time floaters and long-time regulars keep coming back.
What sets Sanctuary Float Spa apart from other float spas
We have float suites—not pods or tanks!
If you’ve hesitated to try floating because you picture a tight, enclosed pod, you’re not alone. That image alone has stopped many people from ever experiencing how powerful float therapy can be.
At Sanctuary Float Spa, our float suites are intentionally large, open, and spacious. They’re designed to feel calm and expansive—more like a private retreat than a sci-fi capsule. You can stretch out, move freely, and settle in without feeling boxed in or closed off.
- Spacious float suites: Our custom designed float suites are equipped with glass doors (so you’re never sealed off) and 9-feet long, 7-feet high, and 6-feet wide. Yes! You can stand up in them!
- You control your experience: Each of our private float suites have lighting and audio controls inside of the float suite, giving you full control over what color of light you want (we have over 8 options!), if you want to float in complete darkness, and if you want to listen to our custom soundtrack of binaural beats and Solfeggio frequencies to promote brainwave relaxation.
Clinical-grade sanitation you can feel good about (we don’t cut corners)
True relaxation requires trust. That’s why sanitation at Sanctuary Float Spa isn’t an afterthought—it’s a core part of the experience.
Every float suite is fully reset between guests, and the water is continuously protected through advanced sanitation systems designed specifically for float environments. Our goal is simple: you should never have to think about cleanliness while you’re floating.
Our standards include:
- Thorough suite cleaning between every session: Every guest enters a freshly prepared room. Surfaces are cleaned, contact points are sanitized, and the entire suite is restored to Sanctuary Float Spa standards before the next appointment.
- High-powered filtration between sessions: The float water is filtered multiple times between floats to maintain clarity and hygiene.
- Non-toxic sanitation methods: Our custom designed float suites use a multi-step automated system of UV radiation, ozone and hydrogen peroxide to support clinical-grade cleanliness without harsh chemical smells or irritation.
- Required pre-float shower: We require all clients to shower before entering the float suite. Each room has a private shower, with shampoo and body wash provided.
Why people float at Sanctuary Float Spa
People come in for many different reasons, such as stress, muscle recovery, chronic pain, sleep, or mental clarity, but the experience often delivers similar results.
- Stress relief that hits fast: Floating removes the constant input your brain processes all day: light, sound, gravity, notifications, tension. Many guests describe a deep “exhale” they haven’t felt in a long time.
- Muscle recovery and tension release: The buoyancy supports your body completely, allowing muscles to soften and decompress—especially in overworked areas like the back, hips, shoulders, and neck.
- Mental reset and clarity: Some people meditate. Some zone out. Some have creative breakthroughs. The common theme is real quiet—the kind that’s hard to find anywhere else.
- Deep rest: It’s common to drift into a sleep-like state or experience profound rest without fully losing consciousness, as if your body is finally catching up.
What to expect on your first visit
When you arrive, we’ll guide you through everything, but here’s the simple version:
- Check in and settle into your private suite
- Shower before entering the float room
- Float for 60–90 minutes
- Shower afterward and leave feeling lighter, calmer, and reset
Helpful tips for first-timers:
- Avoid shaving right before your float (salt + fresh shave can sting)
- Eat a light meal 1–2 hours beforehand
- Arrive a few minutes early so you’re not rushing
We provide everything you need—towels, shower essentials, and a calm, supportive environment from start to finish.
Discover the Twin Cities’ Premier Float Experience at Sanctuary Float Spa
If you’re looking for more than just a float—if you want a premier, thoughtfully designed experience—Sanctuary Float Spa is for you. As the largest float spa in the Twin Cities, Sanctuary Float Spa is ideal for people who value space, cleanliness, and a calm environment that allows true relaxation. Whether you’re managing stress, recovering from physical tension, seeking deeper sleep, or simply craving uninterrupted quiet, our spacious private suites and elevated standards set the tone for a float you can fully settle into.
Ready to experience the difference for yourself? Book your float session at Sanctuary Float Spa and discover how deeply restorative floating can feel in a spacious, serene environment.
If it’s your first time floating, enjoy 35% off your first session with code #NEWMEMBER—our way of welcoming you into a calmer, lighter state of being.