Looking for a sauna club in Portugal that blends luxury, inclusivity, and a vibrant swinging scene?
SaunApolo56 is one of Lisbon’s top swinger venues, combining a club, sauna, bar, and spa in one modern space. Open to straight couples, singles, and the LGBTQ+ community, it holds the title of Portugal’s first truly liberal club and remains the city’s only LGBTQ+ swingers’ bar. This reputation attracts a mix of local libertines and international guests, all drawn to its open-minded, high-quality swinging experience.
This review explores what makes SaunApolo56 stand out and why it promises a luxurious and unforgettable night.
What is SaunApolo 56?
Unlike many swinger’s sauna clubs, the SaunApolo56 is primarily an LGBTQ venue that is known for being hetero-friendly as opposed to being a straight club that welcomes gay, bisexual and trans guests.
The club was opened in February 2011 as the unique vision of owner Kiki Pais De Sousa; a TG woman who wanted to create an adult space in Lisbon where she felt comfortable and that would welcome guests regardless of age, sexuality and gender. What she has created is an inclusive sauna club that celebrates diversity, creates an atmosphere of genuine warmth and fosters the curiosity that fuels more sensual experiences.
The club’s design is modern, and all of the spaces are well-maintained for comfort, hygiene and (where necessary) privacy.
Facilities at the club include a sauna, Turkish bath, spas with lockers and showers, plus an erotic cinema room, gloryholes, dark room and sex swing.
The club also has a central lounge and bar area with ambient music and full AC. Several private rooms, some of which are themed, allow couples and curious singles to linger together undisturbed.
Drinks and food are served on site but no space is available for customers who smoke.
There are three cabins for couples, each totally soundproofed and with a discreet interior lock. Each cabin has an XL bed.
It’s not the largest club in the world, but it does offer space for up to 56 people and covers a total area of around 330 sq. m. The venue is available for private hire and is ideal for special occasions, swinger club meetings, stag and hen parties or even kink-themed parties. The host can also organise entertainment, which includes striptease sessions, fetish experiences and photography.
Massage at SaunApolo56
Male, female and trans practitioners administer massage therapy at SaunApolo56.
There are two massage rooms available, each equipped with AC, hot tub, lounge area, reclining massage table, TV and/or sound system. Treatments vary from relaxing massages to full-body slides with or without accessories!
Prices for a 60-minute session are available on request but are around the €60 mark and can even be arranged on an outcall basis.
Special Events
The club occasionally runs special parties and events that coincide with holidays and occasions such as Valentine’s Day, Halloween and New Year.
Their anniversary falls in February, and they often run special promotions at this time to celebrate their birthday. It is recommended that you check the website for details, as entrance on these days may be restricted to tickets only.
Domination & Submission
The venue lends itself quite nicely for BDSM hire, and there is a cabin with bondage swing and one with gloryholes. The host organises themed days for which fetishes and kinks are catered. See website for details.
What Does It Cost To Visit?
Admission charges for a stay of up to 6 hours at a time are as follows:
- Men/Women/Transsexuals – €30
- Couples (Man & Woman) – €40
Prices include locker hire, two towels and slippers, plus a mask if required.
It is worth checking the website before you attend, as special events may mean that admission charges are higher or that entrance is via pre-purchased tickets only.
The club is open daily from 2.00pm to 4.00am including public holidays and weekends.
Where To Find SaunApolo 56
SaunApolo is situated at Rua Luciano Cordeiro, 56 A.
This area is northwest of Lisbon and close to the Outside Art Museum (Pavilhão de Segurança). There is free parking outside the premises but you can also reach the club via public transport with the closest bus/coach stops being either R. Bernardim Ribeiro or R. Conde Redondo.
Reviews of SaunApolo56
Locals and international visitors well respect the sauna club, and it has achieved some excellent testimonials and reviews across sites like Google Reviews, Facebook Reviews and various Swinger Club directories.
Recurring comments include the club’s luxurious and modern décor and facilities, clean and hygienic spaces, and the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. The latter is attributed almost solely to the owner, Kiki Pais De Sousa, who (it seems) is well respected by her regulars.
You can find full details of this mixed LGBT Sauna at the SunApolo56 website or via their social media accounts as follows:
You can also stay in touch with the club’s owner Kiki Pais De Sousa via her blog on the site (it’s a fascinating read). Details about the sauna club are included, as well as information about the LGBT communities of Lisbon and Portugal’s wider sex scene.
