The wellness and self-care trend has been on the rise even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world, however, the pandemic has accelerated this trend as people have sought ways to relieve stress and improve their overall health.

Saunas have long been known for their numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular function, increased circulation, and reduced stress levels. The combination of heat therapy and cold plunges also helps to strengthen the immune system and boost metabolism.
In recent years, mobile saunas have become increasingly popular, allowing people to enjoy these health benefits in the great outdoors, surrounded by the sea and nature.

Wood-burning mobile sauna at the sea or in the middle of the forest is a totally different experience from the sauna you have in your gym, local spa or in the hotel, you are staying in. It is yet another kind of sauna experience. The fact you are outside and close to nature gives it a special vibe that cannot be compared to other sauna experiences.

Myhotspot – myhotspot.ie

MyHotSpot is a unique mobile sauna business located in Youghal, Co. Cork, Ireland. This mobile sauna offers its customers a relaxing and rejuvenating experience right at the edge of the sea

Location

Redbarn Strand, Youghal, Co. Cork. W4FH W5

Size

Barrel-shaped sauna is capable to sit six people comfortably.

How to book

You can book the session by going to their website and navigating through the wunderbook.ie setup. It’s a bit clunky and not user-friendly in my opinion. You can also download the booking app. I guess it would be easier to book. There are a few booking options such as:

• Shared Sauna Sessions – €10 per person
• Private Sauna Sessions – €50 per session
• Sunrise Yoga Sauna Sessions – €20 per person

Opening hours

• Saturday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Sunday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Reviews

The Myhotspot sauna has 6 Google Reviews with a score of 5.0

Our experience:

None yet, but we are coming to try it out for sure!

The Sauna Snugg –  thesaunasnugg.com

The Sauna Snugg offers the exhilarating experience

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A new mobile sauna company based in Cork, Ireland. The company is founded by a couple named Stephen and Jessica, who are passionate about sea swimming, health, and wellness. The aim of the company is to provide a space for people to relax and leave their stresses behind. The sauna provides a variety of health and wellness benefits and is an excellent way for people to connect and socialize. Stephen encourages everyone to try the sauna, combined with a dip in the sea, to experience its benefits.

Location

Garrylucas beach, Garretstown, Co, Cork

Size

6 – 8 people per session

How to book and the time slots

Directly through the website at thesaunasnugg.com/book-now

• 30 Min Shared – Max 6 People:  €10
• 1 Hour Shared – Max 6 People: €20
• 30 Min Private – Max 8 People: €50
• 1 Hour Private – Max 8 People: €85

Time slots

Between 30 min and 1 hour

Opening hours (subject to change)

• Saturday 8:30 a.m.–15:30 p.m.
• Sunday 8:30 a.m.– 15 p.m.

Reviews

The Sauna has 3 Google reviews with a rating of 5.0.

Wild Welness Sauna –  wildwellness.ie

Entwining Wellness, Movement & Nature

Experience a relaxing and picturesque traditional Finnish sauna on the Garretstown Beach shoreline, just outside of Kinsale. Enjoy healthy homemade food, locally roasted coffee, and beach activities in a beautiful beachside community. During the summer, find the sauna popping up in various coastal locations.

• Garretstown beach, Garretstown, Kinsale, Co. Cork

Location

Size

The sauna is capable of sit six people comfortably.

How to book

Directly through the website at https://wildwellness.ie/locations/garretstown-beach/

• Sharing is caring – 60 min sauna experience @ €20
• Sharing is caring – 45 minute sauna experience @ €15
• Private Sauna Experience – 30 mins @ €45
• Sharing is caring – 30 minute shared sauna experience @ €10

Time slots

The slots are 60, 45 or 30 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience.

Opening hours (subject to change)

• Friday 3 pm 6 pm
• Saturday 2 pm – 6 pm
• Sunday 10 am – 6 pm

Reviews

The Sauna has 36 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

The Sea Sauna – theseasauna.ie

Reset, Relax, Recharge

The Sea Sauna is an authentic, wood-fired Finnish-style sauna located at Tower Bay Beach, Portrane, Co. Dublin. The barrel sauna design offers a full view out over the Irish sea, and is located right beside tower bay beach for some cold water therapy in between the hot sauna sessions.

Location

• Tower Bay Beach Car Park, Quay, Portrane, Co. Dublin, K36 RX92

Size

Sauna sessions are for up to 8 people at a time, for a large group or private bookings/events please contact the crew directly.

How to book

Directly through the website at https://www.theseasauna.ie/book-online

• 45min sauna session ~€15.95
• 30 min sauna session @€10.95

Time slots

The slots are 30 or 45-min minutes long,

Opening hours

Sat-Sun 9 am – 2:30 pm

Reviews

The Wild Atlantic Sauna has 12 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

The Sweathouse – sweathouse.ie

We make wet, cold, wild weather even better

Discover a unique way to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, mountain lakes, and spring rivers through our eco-friendly outdoor saunas. These saunas offer a temperature range of 50 to 90 degrees for a comfortable experience and provide air or water cooling options to help regulate the heat. Simply repeat the cycle for maximum relaxation.

Location

The Sauna Box has two locations.

• Letterfrack, Connemara – Renvyle House Hotel, Co. Galway

Baginbun Beach, Co. Wexford

Size

The website doesn’t specify the size of the sauna. From the images we can tell, it’s a standard barrel-shaped sauna and it is likely to fit up to six people

How to book

Directly through the website at https://www.sweathouse.ie/bookings.html

There are a few options available;

• Galway:
• Private sauna booking @€65
• Silent Ritual Sauna @€25

Wexford

• Shared per seat @€10
• Shared per seat – Yoga & Sauna experience @€20
• Group booking – Early bird sauna @€45
• Essential oils and Sauna sea salt scrub experience @€30
• High tide special – whole sauna @€45

Opening hours

Are not fully clear. By looking at the booking calendar, we can figure that the sauna in

• Galway is open on Saturdays only between 12 pm – 3 pm
• Wexford is open on Saturday only between 10 am – 1:30 pm.

Please contact the sauna crew for more information

Reviews

The Wild Atlantic Sauna has 8 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

Driftwood Sauna – driftwoodsauna.ie

Location:

The Driftwood sauna is located in Spiddal Co. Galway at the famous pier where the final shooting scene was filmed in the Guard Movie. Here is the famous shootout

Size:

The sauna is rectangular in shape, rather than a barrel-shaped. It has a small changing area with hooks and shelves. It is big enough to comfortably fit two people changing. The sauna room was big enough to fit five average size men comfortably. I wondered if six of us would fit. The sauna is really modern and the cedar woodwork is finished to a very high standard.

How to book:

Directly through the website at https://www.driftwoodsauna.ie/appointments-4. There are a few booking options such as:

• Private & Social sessions: Fri 4-8pm; Sat-Sun 9-6pm
• Special Events: Full Moon Sauna ~ Tue 7th March

Time slots:

The slots are 50 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience

Opening hours:

• Friday 4–7 p.m.
• Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Sunday 9 a.m.–5  p.m.

Reviews:

The Driftwood sauna has 17 Google Reviews ( including ours!) with a score of 4.9

Our experience:

We ( two of us) arrived on Friday night (7pm). We were warmly welcomed by Monique, who showed us around and explain everything. There is a cold plunge pool just outside to cool down if needed. There is a wood-burning stove in the corner, which generate awesome heat. The temperature stayed above 80 C, despite the door being opened a good few times. Drinking water was provided.
There is a large window but we didn’t see anything as it was pitch black outside, however, this wasn’t an issue at all.
It was too far and too dark to get to the sea. In fact, the “being at the sea” thing didn’t matter at all. We were there with a group of another three lads who came together. We had great chats and laughs with them for the full-time being there. We really enjoyed their company and the sauna experience very much

The plunge pool and the bitter Connemara wind did the perfect job of cooling me down.

Sabhna Sauna-  sabhna.ie

Wood Fired Sauna Experience on the Wild Atlantic Way

The sauna offers a range of bookable sessions for you to enjoy with your friends, family, and sporting teams or to meet other Sauna lovers on the West Coast

Location

• Keel Beach, Achill Co. Mayo

Size

The sauna is capable of sit six people comfortably.

How to book

Directly through the website at https://sabhna.ie/collections/all

• 60 min Private Session – €80
• 60 min Shared Session – €20
• Large Groups. Contact us directly to arrange booking

Time slots

The slots are 60 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience

Opening hours (subject to change)

Not fully clear but it looks like the sauna opens on Friday, Saturdays and Sundays

Reviews

The Sauna has 8 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

Sauna Suaimhneas – saunasuaimhneas.com

Taking care of your mind, body and soul.

Locations

Whitestrand, Milltown Malbay. Clahane, Liscannor.Co. Clare

Clahane Shore, Ballymaclinaun, Liscannor, Co. Clare

Size

How to book and the time slots

Directly through the website at https://www.saunasuaimhneas.com/bookings

• Sauna Session (Whitestrand) – 45 minutes @ €15.00
• Sauna Session (Lahinch) – 45 minutes @ €15.00

Time slots

All sessions are 45min long.

Opening hours (subject to change)

Whitestrand

Saturday — Sunday – 10am — 3pm

Clahane Shore

Saturday–Sunday – 10am–3pm

Reviews

The Sauna has 36 Google reviews with a rating of 5.0. Well done!

Our experience

None yet!

Samhradh’s Sauna-  samhradhssauna.com

Join us for a soulful sauna experience

Samhradh’s Sauna is based at Cromane on the beautiful Iveragh peninsula in Co. Kerry. Their mobile sauna also helps you discover some of the MOST BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES in the world and can come to your location for private hire. Their PANORAMIC WINDOW allows you to enjoy sunsets, sunrises and stunning skyscapes and enjoy sitting in the heat on a wild and wet day, it will always feel like SAMHRADH (summer).

Location

Samhradh’s Sauna is based at Cromane on the beautiful Iveragh peninsula in Co. Kerry

• Glosha, Cromane, Co. Kerry, V93 K2C5

How to book

Directly through the website at https://www.samhradhssauna.com/book-sauna

• Social Sauna €10 Euro (25 Mins)
• Social Sauna €20 Euro (55 Mins)
• Private Book Sauna up to 8 people (55mins) @ €120

Time slots

As specified above, social session go for 25 min  or 55 min, and private session goes for 55 min

Opening hours (subject to change)

• Friday 3 pm – 5 pm
• Saturday 10 am – 12:30 pm
• Sunday 9 am – 12:30 pm

Reviews

The Sauna has 6 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

Skellig Sauna-  skelligsauna.ie

Skellig Sauna is a space for relaxation, healing and community

Skellig sauna is a wood-fired establishment located on the scenic peninsula of Iveragh in southwest Kerry, featuring some of Ireland’s most picturesque beaches and crystal clear waters. Situated on the highly sought-after routes of The Wild Atlantic Way, The Ring of Kerry, The Skelligs Ring, and the upcoming South Kerry Greenway, this sauna takes pride in its location. It is also located in the heart of The Dark Sky Reserve, making it an ideal spot for late-night stargazing.

Main Location

• Cuas Crom Beach, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry

Size

The sauna is capable of sit six people comfortably.

How to book

Directly through the website at https://bookwhen.com/skelligsauna

• Social Sauna (30 mins) = €10
• Social Sauna (60 mins) = €20
• Private Sauna (30 mins) = €50 (max. 6 ppl)
• Private Sauna (60 mins) = €100 (max. 8 ppl)
• 5 x Social Passes (30 mins) = €40
• 10 x Social Passes (30 mins) = €75 (+1 friend for free pass)

Time slots

The slots are 60 or 30 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience

Opening hours (subject to change)

• Friday 4–8 p.m.
• Saturday 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Sunday 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Reviews

The Sauna has 6 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

The Wild Atlantic Sauna – thewildatlanticsauna.ie

Mayo’s first Wild Atlantic Sauna

Located at Old Head beach in Louisburgh and operated by a local team, The Wild Atlantic Sauna offers a distinctive experience set in the midst of Clew Bay. You can relish the warmth of the sauna along with the refreshing waters of the Atlantic, while taking in the breathtaking vistas of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay.

Location:

• Old Head Beach, beach louisburg, Fallduff, Old Head, Co. Mayo

Size:

The sauna is capable of sit six people comfortably.

How to book:

Directly through the website at https://www.thewildatlanticsauna.ie/book-online. There is only one booking option, which is a seat in a shared sauna session with other members of the public

• 30 Minute Shared Sauna @ €10

Time slots:

The slots are 30 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience

Opening hours:

Are not fully clear. By looking at the booking calendar, we can figure that the sauna is open Thursday – Sunday between 9 am – 15:30 pm.

The calendar doesn’t provide availability for longer than a week ahead. Please check their calendar for opening hours.

Reviews:

The Wild Atlantic Sauna has 9 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience:

None yet! Will be coming soon…

The Hot Pod – thehotpod.ie

We make wet, cold, wild weather even better

Ed and Dee are a couple who have a deep appreciation for nature and the outdoors, recognizing their positive impact on both mental and physical well-being. They believe that in today’s world, it is especially important for people to seek out more opportunities to connect with nature to achieve a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Their passion for nature and love for their hometown of Dungarvan, along with their desire to provide a new amenity to their community and build a small family business, has led them to establish outdoor saunas at various locations throughout County Waterford. These locations include Clonea Lower Beach Car Park, Kilmurrin Cove, Dunmore East, and Newtown Cove in Tramore.

Location

The Sauna Box has a few locations.

• Clonea Lower Beach Car Park, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
• Kilmurrin Cove, Co. Waterford
• Dunmore East, Co. Waterford
• Newtown Cove, Tramore, Co. Waterford

The main location is Clonea Lower Beach Car Park, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford

Size

Each sauna session has availability for bookings of up to 6 people. One group may have up to 8 participants.

How to book

Directly through the website at https://www.thehotpod.ie/book-online

There is an option to book a standard 30min session.

Group bookings can be arranged too.

Time slots

The slots are 30 minutes long, which is enough to get the best out of the experience.

Opening hours

Are not fully clear. By looking at the booking calendar, we can figure that the sauna in

• Clonea – Sat-Sun from 8:30 to 1pm @€10
• Kilmurrin – Sat only rom 9am – 1pm @€10
• Dunmore – Sunday only from 9am – 1:30 pm @€10
• Newtown – It is not specified

Please contact the sauna for more information

Reviews

The Wild Atlantic Sauna has 13 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

The Hot Box Sauna – thehotboxsauna.ie

Location:

The Sauna Box has two locations.

• Bective Mill House, Balina, Navan, Co. Meath, C15H519
• Rosses Point, Sligo Yacht Club, Deadman’s Point, Rosses Upper, Sligo, F91 E778

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Size:

Up to 12 guests can sit together in the sauna in Ballina and up to eight in Sligo

How to book:

Directly through the website at https://thehotboxsauna.ie/collections. There are a few booking options for the Ballina Location. This one also has a hot tub ( Which is cool!)

• Book the box – Private Sauna Session. From €50 for 1-3 persons
• Book the Barrel (private) wood fired Sauna experience. From €50 for 1-3 persons
• Book your (private) Wood fired Hot Tub Experience. From €40 for 1-2 persons. Capacity up to 4 people (€50). This doesn’t include sauna.
• Book your seat – Mixed Shared Sauna (Mon-Sun 8pm) – €12.50 per person.
• Women-only shared sauna – Tuesdays 8pm – €12.50 per person.

In the Sligo location ( Rosses point) there are two booking options available:

• 45 Minutes Shared Sauna Weekend + Bank Holiday (Friday-Sunday). €15 per person
• 45 Minutes Shared Sauna Mid Week (Monday-Thursday). €15 per person

Time slots:

The slots in Bective are 55 minutes long, in Rosses Point. They last 45 minutes.

Opening hours:

• Monday               5–10 p.m.
• Tuesday               5–10 p.m.
• Wednesday       5–10 p.m.
• Thursday             3–10 p.m.
• Friday                  3–10 p.m.
• Saturday              8 a.m.–10 p.m.

Reviews:

The hot box sauna has 24 Google Reviews with a score of 5.0 for the Sligo location
and 42 Google reviews with a score of 4.9 for the Navan location.

Our experience:

None yet! Will be coming soon…

Saltee Sauna –  salteesauna.ie

The Saltee sauna operates on an appointment basis. Currently stationed at Little Beach in Kilmore Quay, located in County Wexford. The unit is designed and crafted in Scandinavia, where saunas are an integral part of the lifestyle. Saltee Sauna provides a very unique view of these Islands and Kilmore Quay harbour from our south-facing sauna window while you enjoy the sauna atmosphere. Kilmore Quay is a very picturesque, quaint and very popular destination while all the while remaining a predominantly working fishing village. It boasts many thatched cottages. It’s a beautiful village and one-way sauna window are south facing so there’s extra privacy provided when looking at a typical beach atmosphere and the ever-popular beach shower of fresh water just a few short steps from our sauna door. Definitely worth a visit and experience this one!

Location

• The little beach in Kilmore Quay, Wexford

Size

Up to 6 people

How to book

• Directly through the website at https://www.salteesauna.ie/book
• Private Sauna ~ for 2 people @€40
• Private Sauna ~ up to 6 people @€60
• Private Sauna ~ 6+ people @€100
• Social Sauna @€15 per person

Time slots

• Private Sauna ~ for 2 people is 50 min
• Private Sauna ~ up to 6 people is 50 min
• Private Sauna ~ 6+ people is 1 hour 50 min
• Social Sauna @€15 is 50 min

Opening hours (subject to change)

• Wednesday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Thursday 11 a.m–4 p.m.
• Friday 11 a.m–4 p.m.
• Saturday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Sunday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Reviews

The Sauna has 46 Google reviews with a rating of 5!

Our experience

None yet!

The Barrel Sauna –  thebarrelsauna.ie

The Barrel Sauna is the ultimate result of years of passion and dedication so if you’re looking for a safe and effective way to relax, recover, and reconnect, look no further. This unique experience is designed to promote wellness and provide a space for you to unwind and rejuvenate.

Location

The Barrel Sauna has two locations.

BOATYARD GREYSTONES – Boatyard, Greystones Harbour Co. Wicklow A63R721

PHASE Rathgar – PHASE, D06T0X6 Co. Dublin. Just off Rathgar Avenue

Size

• Boatyard Greystones  – 10-person sauna
• PHASE Rathgar – 8 person sauna and 6 person sauna

How to book.

Directly on the website thebarrelsauna.ie

• Greystones Mixed Sauna 45min @ €15
• Private Boatyard Barrel for up to 10 Guests 45min @€120
• Mixed Sauna @ PHASE D06T0X6 45min @€15
• Private 8 Person Barrel @ Phase Rathgar 45min @€100

Time slots

All social sessions and private sessions are 45 min long

Opening hours (subject to change)

GREYSTONES BOATYARD
Mon – Thu 6pm – 9pm
Sat/Sun 9am – 9pm

PHASE RATHGAR
Mon – Fri 5:30pm – 9pm
Sat/Sun 9am – 9pm

Reviews

The Sauna has 73 Google reviews with a rating of 5.0. Impressive!

Our experience

None yet!

Fad Saoil Saunas –  fadsaoilsaunas.ie

Release, Relax, Recover Embrace The Unknown

Location

• The Rise At The Cove Studio in Greystones Co. Wicklow
• The Boatyard Studio in Greystones Co. Wicklow
• Salthill Studio In Galway Co. Galway

Size

Unclear

How to book

Directly through the website at https://wunderbook.ie/bookings/

The booking system is complicated and unclear. It’s hard to see what are the time slot and the prices in each location. It prompts us to download the app, but we didn’t try it.

Time slots

Unclear

Opening hours (subject to change)

Unclear

Reviews

The Sauna has 36 Google reviews with a rating of 4.7

Our experience

None yet!

Conclusion:

Mobile saunas offer a unique and relaxing way to experience the benefits of sauna therapy. In Ireland, the combination of natural beauty and proximity to the sea make mobile saunas an even more special experience. Whether you’re looking to spend time with friends or escape the stresses of everyday life, mobile saunas are a fabulous way to do so. So, don’t hesitate to book your next sauna session and experience the many benefits for yourself.