357 - Sydney City Steam

    357 - Sydney City Steam

    Sydney's popular gay sauna with large facilities and regular events.

    357 - Sydney City Steam

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    357 Sussex Street, Sydney, Australia 2000, Sydney, Australia

    357 - Sydney City Steam

    Also known as "357", Sydney City Steam gay sauna features large, clean facilities on 4 floors (there is an elevator). Facilities include dry sauna, steam room, maze, dark room, cabins, video room, cafe and a fully licensed bar. SaunaX by 357 is located where Bodyline used to be (next to Arq).

    During lunchtime, the sauna is popular with office goers who fancy a bit more meat usually found in their sandwich. Regular events include Towel-Free, Black Out Fridays, Foam Party on Sundays.

    Open 24 hours on the weekend. Men of all races, ages and sizes are welcome. Popular with Asian men.

    Mon:Open 24 hours

    Tue:Open 24 hours

    Wed:Open 24 hours

    Thu:Open 24 hours

    Fri:Open 24 hours

    Sat:Open 24 hours

    Sun:Open 24 hours

    Features:
    Bar
    Cafe
    Dark Room
    Internet Access
    Massage
    Maze
    Relaxing Cabins
    Sauna
    Steam room
    Rate 357 - Sydney City Steam
    3.4
    Audience Rating

    Based on 84 votes

    2017
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    3 Star Winner

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    4 Star Winner

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    4 Star Winner

    Paul  Calder
    Paul Calder

    Mon, Aug 19, 2024

    Now closed

    Now closed as of July 2024. The management has apparently taken over Bodyline, now renamed Sauna X
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    Robert Smithson

    Wed, Dec 06, 2023

    Trans night

    Has anyone experienced the Trans day on a Tuesday? Wondering what’s the vibe like?
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    Shocking

    Wed, Jul 19, 2023

    357 loyalty card offer -> rip off

    There's an offer of loyalty card, however, the venue never promotes this offer and/or ask the patrons if they want one. Once you paid and entered the venue without asking for a loyalty card, you ask the loyalty card and a stamp a few minutes later, the staff just hands you a blank card without a stamp and refer you to use the card for the next visit. Hasn't the patron just paid the entry fee, why have to get a stamp for the next visit? Not happy at all, what a rip-off.
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    Garry

    Fri, May 12, 2023

    Curious

    Quick question. A lot of comments mention there are a lot of older white guys attending the sauna (which I like). Are they generally tops (which I am after) or bottoms or a balanced mix?
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    Bob

    Wed, Mar 01, 2023

    Misleading

    Paid entry to find no dj as advertised on their Facebook page in fact they pick and choose what they response to lest this place will be closing down end of the week
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    Ken

    Fri, Feb 17, 2023

    Unlimited fun

    I’m a regular at 357 and have also been to other gay bathhouses but 357 is the best. I’ve been with Asians, chubs, big guy’s, little guys , alsorts and have very rarely gone home without being satisfied. Staffing is always great and theme nights always get you going. It’s hard not to get excited when you have a good choice of bodies to explore and experience. I have many fond memories of the place and had a great encounter with a young man who was Indian and let me tell you he knew how to please his partner. I can’t believe that someone would run this place down. Being the best I guess is always hard. Thanks to everyone for great times past and future
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    Federico

    Fri, Jan 27, 2023

    357 - Sydney City Steam

    Nice enough, helpful staff - around 96% Asian guys. Not what I expected.
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    Paul

    Sun, Jan 01, 2023

    357 - Sydney City Steam

    Good value for $30 clean towels, showers, and you can always find someone that will do what you want. What could be better ? Enjoy 357 for the value that it is.
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    Paul

    Wed, Jan 11, 2023

    357 - Sydney City Steam

    Me again. Went this week. That circular chair get up in the dark room is great. Thanks again 357.
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    Bruce

    Sun, Feb 27, 2022

    Only decent sauna I've been to

    Good facilities but I feel like it's not worth it for me to go on weekday nights after work. I haven't tried Friday nights which apparently peak. I dunno, 3 years ago, I used to snag at least one guy a night but I'm pretty sure the last 4 times I've gone empty handed. There's just not enough population for a twink that loves bears.
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    Charles

    Sun, Feb 27, 2022

    Charles

    First time since Cov19 was awesome. Friday night on 3rd floor - lots of hands/touching recognised one by is touch warmth he remembered - too great fun. xx
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    Fully

    Sat, Dec 11, 2021

    Lies

    Harry the customer didn’t go on a Friday or opening day so wouldn’t know what he is talking about.
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    Fully

    Sat, Dec 11, 2021

    Lies

    Harry you haven’t been there outside a Wednesday since these guys have reopened I’d keep very quiet you don’t even know what your talking about.
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    Harry

    Wed, Dec 08, 2021

    in defence of 357

    In case some readers are alarmed by some of the recent reviews, I believe someone is intentionally smearing this venue (also happening on another website). First up the nonsense about their pricing is easy to disprove. Just check their official website. Maximum price is $30 on weekends/ public holidays. Regarding cleanliness and smell, I assure you it is not a problem. Sometimes I go on a Wednesday lunchtime, which a very popular nude event and one of their busiest times. The dark room gets a bit messy following this, but I have never come across a smell issue.
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    Fully

    Sun, Nov 21, 2021

    Greedy

    $50 entry on Friday nights for DJ seriousness way too much to come here.
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    Ken

    Wed, Dec 15, 2021

    Liar

    Since when have you ever paid $50 at 357. I never have and am always happy to go and use my loyalty card.
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    Money hungry

    Sun, Nov 21, 2021

    Greedy

    Charging $50 Friday nights for a DJ sesh the place was a mess and has become Sydney's most expensive place and Sanua to go to being so greedy and charging lot more then ever before and no landline unbelievable, can’t even pay a landline bill.
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    Fully

    Sat, Nov 13, 2021

    No more

    $40 from Friday 7pm onwards for a weekend entry now just too much place smells so bad guys don’t come here.
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    Fully

    Wed, Nov 10, 2021

    Stink

    Several ppl have complained about smell in level 3 and when we asked to have it cleaned up the guy on laughed like it was a joke or something smelt gross
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    Fully

    Mon, Nov 08, 2021

    Rip off

    Changeing $50 for a Monday afternoon session seriously on what excuse then to provide unlimited fake zero beer and cheap cask wine when reopened last year the 1st day being open from a lockdown was only $19 for a week huge price difference in a year
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    Josh

    Thu, Jul 09, 2020

    Awesome Place

    I visit here regularly each time never disappoints. Lots of keen guys there all time, have had many great experiences with guys here. Best times are the nude events they are lots of fun. Would recommend a visit.
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    Elroy

    Sat, Apr 25, 2020

    Sauna made in Heaven

    I have eagerly visited twice upon my visit to Sydney and the most easiest location in CBD. I have had so much enjoyment on my couple visits and was lucky to come across some friendly guys just like their staff.. Met a guy from my own country we hanged out and joined others it was a Sauna made in Heaven It was extremely busy the day after Mardi Gras I will look forward again on my next visit?
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    Stephen

    Wed, Feb 19, 2020

    Welcoming

    It's always a pleasure to visit this sauna in Sydney and everytime I've been busy or not the staff are super efficient in keeping the place clean and at off times will ask if one is having a good time, the upstairs chill room and eats is a top idea. Sydney should have had that years ago...er dah dah hello! World class city...wake up you other venues) only one negative, you need a larger spa guys but overall worth every cent a visit.
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    Shane

    Mon, Feb 17, 2020

    Bighorn

    Every time I go there I'm not disappointed. I always enjoy myself with all kinds of men, and mmmmm some gorgeous bodies with nice equipment - I like them big. Well, 357 always delivers.
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    ang

    Mon, Jan 13, 2020

    wonderful experience

    I have been here a few times. Generally weekday afternoon into early evening. There is a strong Asian presence, perhaps around half, which I love. GWM are perhaps over-represented by their more senior members, but there are certainly some good ones there. The space itself is great. First level has showers, steam room, dry sauna, jacuzzi. Steam room, in particular, a lot of action. Levels 2, and 3 are the cruising areas, cubicles. Generally spacious and clean. Love it!
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    Davidfuh

    Mon, Nov 04, 2019

    "Positive.

    Interesting reading!
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    Steve

    Mon, Sep 30, 2019

    Been going here for 15 years...

    ...keeps improving. Highly recommended!
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    Peter

    Tue, Sep 24, 2019

    Enjoyable

    My first ever gay experience as I am bi/married. But must say, it was just great. Nice guys and I found one who I loved :) Maybe he as well me.
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    George

    Fri, May 01, 2020

    Fantastic

    I’m bi/married too, I love meeting new guys each time I go there, clean also the men are very friendly too it makes it so relaxing with new people.
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    Sean

    Thu, Jun 06, 2019

    Saturday night, naked night!

    Called in last Saturday night, about 7pm. It’s always good to see the keyboard almost empty when you are paying and Saturday nights seem to get a big crowd. A good mix of people old, young, fit and not so much. Most of the younger crowd were Asian, which I love, but it would be good to see a bit more variety. 357 is such a well run venue it attracts big crowds for its events. If your thinking of trying out a sauna, give 357 a go-but maybe not at the peak times as it could be a bit intimidating for a newbie. I love naked nights. Guys seem a lot less inhibited and ready to play. It was already packed when I got there. I barely had a chance to get my bearings before a muscular twenty something caught my eye. When it’s busy the staff do struggle to keep it clean, but they do their best and a little mess is to be expected when you have a few hundred men rooting all over the place! Awesome sauna - try to go to naked/blackout nights or one of their other events for the biggest crowds.
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    Jacob

    Fri, Jan 25, 2019

    Jacob

    Visited for first time yesterday, had a great experience with variety of men (tops needed) Can’t wait to get back!
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    Glenn

    Sat, Dec 15, 2018

    Boss

    Went there last year, the owner told me the rules, being a bi, had lots of fun. Seen lots of things that were very interesting and tried them, too. I did not want to leave, but after 4 hours, sadly I had to.
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    Peter

    Wed, Aug 01, 2018

    nice fuck by more than one guys

    I went there last weekend and it was super pleasant. I started it with a nice glory hole and finished by having fun three lovely old guys (not at the same time). You can easily get watched when someone is working on you which is what I like doing.
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    Joan

    Wed, Apr 18, 2018

    Sin city

    Packed sunday afternoon 2 to 530pm, full of variety of occupants, doesnt feel to be the cleanest sauna but fun can be had in light or dark rooms. Staff fine, music a bit dance party but all in all a good spot.
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    Mitch

    Sun, Feb 04, 2018

    Best Sauna in Sydney...

    I was on a Sunday night at 357. It had a lot of people in the place. Not only Asian or old, but also many young and different nationalities. I was very surprised and can ONLY write positive.
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    James

    Tue, Nov 28, 2017

    The only good sauna

    My husband and I visited this sauna a couple of times and it was great. The staff is really friendly in the best way. The sauna area is small but very nice. The maze, video room, and the glory hole areas are great fun. There were many hot men there, and the other saunas in Sydney are not worth the visit. This is the only one worth spending the money on.
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    Ian

    Tue, Jun 06, 2017

    Friendly management who try for their customers

    I have visited 357 many times and find the staff and management friendly. In Sydney this counts for a lot. (Heard of Sydney attitude?) The foam party is really well done and the top floor lounge with cafe and separate movie room are great for socialising and relaxing. The facilities are good although the locker areas always seem congested and short of space. Lounge and/or house music is never too intrusive. The facilities are good and reasonably well maintained. I would suggest expanding the wet areas with a bit more architectural imagination. Others might not agree. Less of the 1970s black paint and more variation in lighting woukd be good too. However in a city where this type of venue has either closed down or grown completely utilitarian, it is good to go somewhere welcoming, relaxing and with a bit of heart. Oh yes, you can have fun here too.
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    Reggie

    Sun, Mar 19, 2017

    Reggie

    I have been here twice being a married person. Wow what an experience. the atmosphere was great and wandering around seeing what happens was amazing. Nice people and very relaxing. I felt comfortable being my first journey into a sauna. All in all what an experience and I look forward to going back to Sydney one day and dropping in again. Thanks to all at 357
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    Peter

    Wed, Mar 15, 2017

    One of the best sauna in the world

    Packed... Foam party every Sunday 4pm, naked party every Wednesday midday hundreds of guys Sat nights also really busy, lots of white guys during the day great mix and clean and well run by gay men, its 2busy sometimes and manic but lovely staff and bar open Fri to Sunday for a beer. Loved it! Thai and Chinese speaking staff often at door very nice.
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    Paul

    Sat, Sep 24, 2016

    Pushy

    Pushy customers can't understand why they keep on harassing after you say no thank you.
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    Simon

    Sat, May 09, 2015

    Best sauna for seniors and Asians

    I'm a big daddy and love coming here as its Asian heaven. If your into chubby older men then you too will be happy. Best sauna for guys wanting older men and Asian guys.
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    Rowan

    Sun, Feb 16, 2014

    work and play

    Came here 4-6pm on a Sunday. The place was like their website described. Definitely a lot of guys though not the triple digits advertised (which is good cause I can't imagine this place holding that many people!). Most guys appear to be Asian as well as more mature Caucasians (close to 100 total). The stand out for this place is the variety of activities you can do. Glory holes rooms, cinema room, chill out room, swings, live camera room, shackle rooms as well as your standard things. If variety is the spice of life then 357 is a spice rack!

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