Best Bathhouses in Chongqing for Foreign Travelers: Relax Like a Local
- cometodolphinunion
- Oct 2
- 3 min read
Think Chinese bathhouses are just for washing? No.
I’m from Chongqing. I’ve helped 100+ foreign friends. One UK traveler walked all day. His legs hurt. “I can’t walk more,” he said. I told him: “Go to a bathhouse. Eat. Rest. Soak in hot water.”
He came out 6 hours later. “I feel new again,” he smiled.
Chongqing is a mountain city. You will climb. You will be tired. But here’s the secret: bathhouses (xǐyù zhōngxīn).
These are not just showers. They are big relaxation centers. You can bathe, eat, play games, watch movies, or sleep overnight — all in one place.
One price covers almost everything. Food, drinks, towels, pools — all included.
This guide shows you the best bathhouses in Chongqing. I’ve tested them all. I’ll tell you which ones are perfect for you.
Jinse Hupan HIFI Bathhouse (Jinse Hupan HIFI Tangquan)My top pick for first-timers.
It’s in Yuzhong District (Yuzhong Qu). Address: 212 Fushi 1st Road, Yuzhong. Take DiDi or walk from Metro Line 1/2 Jiaochangkou Station. 10-minute walk.
The place is modern. Clean. Staff know basic English.
You get a wristband. Change clothes. Then enjoy the thermal pools. There are rose pools, herbal pools, cold plunge pools. Water is filtered 24/7.
Food? Great.Breakfast (7:00–10:30): Fresh noodles, eggs, toast.Dinner: Sichuan and Cantonese dishes.Late night (21:00–1:00): Chongqing Xiao Mian, spicy rice noodles.Plus: Free fruit, Häagen-Dazs ice cream, drinks.
Fun things:
PS5 gaming room
Board games
HIFI music rooms (high-quality sound)
Cinema (new movies, same day as theaters)
Story: A Canadian couple said: “We ate three meals. Watched a movie. Played PS5. Felt like we were on vacation.”
Tip: Go after 20:00. It’s quieter.
Qianxi Bathhouse (Qianxi Tangquan)Big. 16,000㎡. Great for families.
It’s in Longtan Avenue (Longteng Dadao), Yuzhong District. Address: 209 Longteng Avenue. Take DiDi or Metro Line 5 to Datonglu Station.
Pools are clean. Sauna rooms: salt room, jade room. Good for sore muscles.
Food? Over 100 items.Seafood: Thick-cut salmon, fresh shrimp.Local food: Steamed fish, stir-fried veggies.Desserts: Cakes, puddings.
Kids love the play zone — slides, ball pit, toy cars.
Adults can play pool tables or watch movies.
Story: A Brazilian mom said: “My 5-year-old played 2 hours. I soaked in the herbal pool. Perfect.”
Tip: Bring swimwear. Required for the pool area.
Ronghui Hot Springs (Ronghui Wenquan)This is real hot spring water.
It’s in Shapingba (Shapingba). Address: 6 Huiquan Road. Take Metro Line 1 to Ronghui Wenquancheng Station. Exit and walk 1 minute.
The water is natural thermal mineral water. It’s good for skin and joints.
53 outdoor pools. 3,000㎡ indoor spa. In winter, soak outside and enjoy the view.
Food? Free fruit and drinks. Restaurant serves Quan Shui Ji (Spring Water Chicken) — a Chongqing local dish.
Fun things:
Wave pool (like a small ocean)
Kids’ water park (small slides)
Steam rooms (dry and wet)
Quiet rest zones
Price: ¥218 for 24 hours.Free parking for 4 hours.
Best for: Nature lovers, older travelers, those who want real hot springs.
Story: A German man with back pain said: “After 2 hours, my pain was gone.”
Tip: Go on a weekday. Weekends are busy.
Lanyue Bathhouse (Lanyue Tangquan)Best value for overnight stays.
It’s in Nan’an District (Nan’an Qu). Address: 1-2F, Jiangnan Gym, 1 Yanyu Road. Near Nanping Station (Metro Line 3). Walk 12 minutes.
Pools are clean. Not fancy, but well-kept.
Rest area has private pods — like space capsules. Each has a fan and light. Good for sleep.
Food deal: ¥200+ package = 4 meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, midnight snack).Food is simple: rice, meat, veggies. Not spicy. Good for foreigners.
Fun things: Free pool table, gaming PCs, small swimming pool (bring swimwear).
Price: ¥113 for 24 hours.Pod sleep add-on: ¥50.
Best for: Budget travelers, solo visitors, those who want to rest overnight.
Story: A Japanese backpacker stayed overnight. “I slept 8 hours. Ate three meals. Total cost less than a hostel.”
Tip: Ask for a pod near the quiet zone. Less noise.
I’ve been to all four.
Jinse Hupan is best for first-timers.
Qianxi is best for families.
Ronghui is best for real hot springs.
Lanyue is best for budget and sleep.
One Australian said: “I came after hiking. So tired. The bathhouse fixed me.”A French couple said: “We ate, bathed, watched a movie. Felt like home.”
You will be tired in Chongqing. That’s normal.
But now you know the secret.
Go to a bathhouse.
Relax. Eat. Recharge. （Best Bathhouses in Chongqing for Foreigners）
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