Best saunas in Dublin, ranked
Ranked out of 100 on 15 facts each sauna publishes on its own website. Nobody can pay to rank. How the index works
Newest check: 21 October 2026.
Best for
- Best for a sea, lake or river swim The Sea Sauna 84.5/100
- Best value The Sea Sauna €0.25 a minute
- Open late The Sea Sauna 84.5/100
- Open early The Sauna Society - Dublin 69.5/100
11 saunas ranked
1
The Sea Sauna
Portrane
84.5/100
- Heat
- 16/25
- Cold
- 20/20
- Time and value
- 20/20
- Setting and comfort
- 13/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“traditional wood-fired heat by the sea” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Yes 4 of 4“avoid pouring excessive water on the sauna stones” checked 21 October 2026
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Sea 20 of 20“You are welcome to swim before, during, or after your sauna session.” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 60 min 6 of 6“with 60-minute shared sauna sessions available” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15, €0.25 a minute (median €0.33) 14 of 14From our directory listing checked 1 January 2026
- On the water Yes 5 of 5“Nestled beside Tower Bay Beach” checked 21 October 2026
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“We have a shared changing area at the sauna” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“Yes, we have cold showers at the sauna.” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Up to 10 2 of 4“To book The Box Sauna privately, find a time with 10 seats available.” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“We're open 7 days a week” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Friday to Sunday (inc. Bank Holiday Mondays) 8am-9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“We are open every Monday to Thursday 4-9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“Book your sauna session via our website calendar” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
2
Saunos
Ballsbridge & Sandycove
72.5/100
- Heat
- 21/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 16/20
- Setting and comfort
- 8/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“heating sauna rocks using a wood burning fire stove” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature 100°C 5 of 5“Temp range from 85°c to 100°c” checked 21 October 2026
- Löyly (water on the stones) Yes 4 of 4“Pour a little water from the bucket onto the rocks.” checked 21 October 2026
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“x3 plunge pools” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 45 min 6 of 6“17:00 - 17:45 Sauna session - 14 people” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15, €0.33 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14From our directory listing checked 12 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“Changing facilities” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“Outdoor shower” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Up to 10 2 of 4“Our woodfire sauna can hold a maximum of 8-10 people.” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Mon - Fri: 17:00 - 22:00 Sat: 10:00 - 18:00 Sun: 10:00 - 22:00” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Mon - Fri: 17:00 - 22:00 Sat: 10:00 - 18:00 Sun: 10:00 - 22:00” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Mon - Fri: 17:00 - 22:00” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“available for reservations through our booking app partner, Wunderbook” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
3
Riverbank Sauna
Palmerstown
69.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 20/20
- Time and value
- 12/20
- Setting and comfort
- 11/15
- Access
- 7/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Enjoy two wood-fired saunas” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water River 20 of 20“You are welcome to take an invigorating plunge in the river” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 45 min 6 of 6“Each shared session is 45 minutes.” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €18, €0.40 a minute (median €0.33) 6 of 14From our directory listing checked 12 October 2026
- On the water Yes 5 of 5“Nestled on the banks of the River Liffey” checked 21 October 2026
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“We have changing rooms, toilets, showers, lockers” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“We have changing rooms, toilets, showers, lockers” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Not published 0 of 4
- Days open a week 6 days 3 of 4“Tuesday CLOSED” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Saturday - Sunday 9am - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Monday - Friday 11am - 10pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“All bookings are managed online through Wunderbook.” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
4
The Sauna Society - Dublin
Templeogue
69.5/100
- Heat
- 17/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 16/20
- Setting and comfort
- 7/15
- Access
- 10/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Authentic Finnish, wood-fired saunas” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature 80°C 5 of 5“stepping into a toasty 80+°C sauna” checked 21 October 2026
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“Take a dip in the lake or plunge pool” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 45 min 6 of 6“Dublin : 45-minute session, max 8 people” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15, €0.33 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14From our directory listing checked 1 January 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“Mullingar & Dublin : On-site changing rooms are available.” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Not published 0 of 3
- Most people per session Up to 8 4 of 4“Dublin : 45-minute session, max 8 people” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Dublin - St Marys College RFC Monday to Thursday : 4:45 PM - 10:30 PM Friday : 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 4:45 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday & Sunday : 8:30 AM - 9:15 PM” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 Yes 2 of 2“Friday : 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM & 4:45 PM - 10:30 PM” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Monday to Thursday : 4:45 PM - 10:30 PM” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“view our different bundles options in the Wunderbook app for our Dublin location” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
5
The Wood Fired Sauna
Rush & Skerries
69.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 20/20
- Time and value
- 12/20
- Setting and comfort
- 10/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“two traditional Finnish wood-fired saunas” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Sea 20 of 20“Let the heat of the sauna and the cold Irish sea revitalize your body and mind.” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 45 min 6 of 6“Each 45-minute session accommodates up to 8-10 people.” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15.95, €0.35 a minute (median €0.33) 6 of 14From our directory listing checked 12 October 2026
- On the water Yes 5 of 5“located right by the sea in Rush and Skerries” checked 21 October 2026
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“Yep, we have changing rooms beside our sauna.” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Not published 0 of 3
- Most people per session Up to 10 2 of 4“Each 45-minute session accommodates up to 8-10 people.” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Mondays 6pm - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Saturdays 9am - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Tuesdays 6pm - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“Book your seat in the heat” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
6
Sallynoggin Saunas
Sallynoggin
66.5/100
- Heat
- 17/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 16/20
- Setting and comfort
- 6/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Two are traditional wood-burning, and two are modern electric” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature 90°C 5 of 5“Our saunas run between 70°C and 90°C, depending on the room.” checked 21 October 2026
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“We have 4 plunge pools in total, 2 indoor pools and 2 outdoor pools.” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 45 min 6 of 6“select a 45 minute premium sauna & ice bath experience €15.00” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15, €0.33 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14“select a 45 minute premium sauna & ice bath experience €15.00” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“Yes, we have full ladies and mens changing facilities.” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“Full changing rooms & private showers” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Not published 0 of 4
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Open Late Every Day” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Saturday to Sunday from 8am to 10pm.” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Monday to Friday from 10am to 10pm.” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“Booking online ensures you secure your spot.” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
7
Sláinte Saunas
Sandymount
63.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 16/20
- Setting and comfort
- 8/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Fifty-five minutes in the wood-fired sauna with up to 9 others.” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“Three Cold Plunge tubs” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 55 min 6 of 6“Shared: €18 • 55 minutes” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €18, €0.33 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14“Shared: €18 • 55 minutes” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Yes 3 of 3“There are covered changing areas on site.” checked 21 October 2026
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“Rainfall Shower Wall” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Up to 10 2 of 4“Fifty-five minutes in the wood-fired sauna with up to 9 others.” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Mon to Fri: 5pm – 10pm Weekends & Holidays: 8.00am – 10.00pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Weekends & Holidays: 8.00am – 10.00pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Mon to Fri: 5pm – 10pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2From our directory listing checked 19 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
8
Tigh'n Alluis - Irish Sweat House
Glencullen
61.5/100
- Heat
- 16/25
- Cold
- 20/20
- Time and value
- 12/20
- Setting and comfort
- 2/15
- Access
- 4/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Bask in the warmth of our wood-fired barrel sauna” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Yes 4 of 4“our sauna guides weave aromatherapy and stories of Irish folklore” checked 21 October 2026
- Cold water Lake 20 of 20“use of cold plunge barrels or dip in lake” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 60 min 6 of 6“(60 mins): €22.00” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €22, €0.37 a minute (median €0.33) 6 of 14“Social Sauna in the barrel-style sauna (Up to 8 ppl, use of cold plunge barrels or dip in lake) (60 mins): €22.00” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Not published 0 of 3
- Showers Not published 0 of 3
- Most people per session Up to 14 2 of 4“Social Sauna in the yurt-style sauna (Up to 14 ppl” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 3 days 2 of 4“Midweek Private/Corporate Hire Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: 10am - 5pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Saturday: 10am - 5pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later No 0 of 2“Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday: 10am - 5pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“You can book your sessions directly through our website’s booking platform” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
9
The Spring Saunas
Saggart
60.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 16/20
- Setting and comfort
- 5/15
- Access
- 8/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Authentic wood-fired barrel sauna with panoramic views.” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“invigorating cold plunge pools” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 50 min 6 of 6“Enjoy a 50-minute sauna experience followed by a refreshing plunge pool.” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15.95, €0.32 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14“Regular price €15,95 EUR” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Not published 0 of 3
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“a quick rinse in the outdoor shower” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Up to 10 2 of 4“50 min 10 Person Private Sauna” checked 21 October 2026
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“Monday - Friday : 7pm - 10pm Saturday : 10am - 3pm Sunday: 10am - 2pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Saturday : 10am - 3pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Monday - Friday : 7pm - 10pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“Book your sauna experience today” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
10
Sandy Cove Sauna By The Sea
Sandycove
55.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 20/20
- Time and value
- 5/20
- Setting and comfort
- 5/15
- Access
- 6/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“our wood-fired sauna is a place to slow down” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Sea 20 of 20“Step straight from the sauna into the Irish Sea for a cold-water plunge” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 30 min 3 of 6“30 Minute Sauna” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €15, €0.50 a minute (median €0.33) 2 of 14“30 Minute Sauna Sea access included €15 per person” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Yes 5 of 5“Perched at the edge of the sea in Sandycove” checked 21 October 2026
- Changing rooms or huts Not published 0 of 3
- Showers Not published 0 of 3
- Most people per session Not published 0 of 4
- Days open a week 7 days 4 of 4“we're open 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm, all year” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 Yes 2 of 2“we're open 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm, all year” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later No 0 of 2“we're open 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm, all year” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online No 0 of 2“Booking is just a DM” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
11
S.A.Y Saunas (Store & Yard)
Sandycove
54.5/100
- Heat
- 12/25
- Cold
- 12/20
- Time and value
- 13/20
- Setting and comfort
- 3/15
- Access
- 7/10
- Guest verdict
- 7.5/10
How it scored
- Heat source Wood-fired 12 of 12“Two wood-fired barrel saunas” checked 21 October 2026
- Temperature Not published 0 of 5
- Löyly (water on the stones) Not published 0 of 4
- Aufguss or sauna-master sessions Not published 0 of 4
- Cold water Cold plunge or ice bath 12 of 20“award-winning plunge pools, ice baths, saunas” checked 21 October 2026
- Session length 30 min 3 of 6“30 min Sauna Session & icebath” checked 21 October 2026
- Price per minute €10, €0.33 a minute (median €0.33) 10 of 14“30 minutes @ €10.00” checked 21 October 2026
- On the water Not published 0 of 5
- Changing rooms or huts Not published 0 of 3
- Showers Yes 3 of 3“A refreshing rain shower” checked 21 October 2026
- Most people per session Not published 0 of 4
- Days open a week 6 days 3 of 4“SAUNA Mon - closed Tue - 9am - 4pm Wed - Sun 9am - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open before 08:00 No 0 of 2“Fri - Sun - 8am - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Open until 20:00 or later Yes 2 of 2“Wed - Sun 9am - 9pm” checked 21 October 2026
- Book online Yes 2 of 2“Book a seat in a shared sauna session with other members of the public” checked 21 October 2026
- Guest verdict No reviews yet, so the starting score 7.5 of 10
Not yet assessed
A sauna is ranked once it publishes heat source, cold water, session length, price per minute, days open a week and book online on its own website.
- Sauna Snug (Flynn Park): missing heat source.
- The Sauna Donabate: missing heat source.
- The Hot Box Sauna - Bolands Mills: missing heat source and days open a week.
- Mercury Sauna: missing heat source, cold water and days open a week.
- The Chilli Pod: missing heat source.
- The Plunge (Underground Fitness): missing heat source and days open a week.
- Fire & Ice Recovery: missing heat source and days open a week.
- Restore Wellness: missing days open a week.
- The Sauna Village: missing heat source and days open a week.
- Sacred Sauna: missing heat source, session length and days open a week.
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Questions people ask
What is the best sauna in Dublin?
The Sea Sauna is ranked first in Dublin with 84.5 out of 100, with 13 of the 15 facts known.
How are saunas ranked?
Out of 100, from 15 facts each sauna publishes on its own website or booking page: heat 25, cold 20, time and value 20, setting and comfort 15, access 10, guest verdict 10. Nobody can pay to rank, and Google ratings are not used.
Which sauna in Dublin is the best value?
The Sea Sauna, at €0.25 a minute, the lowest price per minute of the ranked saunas in Dublin.