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Riverbank Sauna

Palmerstown, Co. Dublin

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Riverbank Sauna

Palmerstown, Co. Dublin

Riverbank Sauna is at the Canoe Centre on Mill Lane in Palmerstown, right on the River Liffey and about five minutes from the M50. It has two wood-fired saunas, cold plunge pools and outdoor showers, and you can get into the river itself for a dip between rounds.

Rated 4.9 from 79 Google reviews (October 2026)

  • Wood-fired
  • Cold plunge
  • Showers
  • Changing area
  • Group bookings
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At a glance

Where
Palmerstown, Co. Dublin
Setting
Riverside
The sauna
Wood-fired
Cooling off
Cold plunge, River nearby
Facilities
Showers, Changing area
Groups
Group bookings available
Access
Not listed
Last checked
October 2026

About Riverbank Sauna

Shared sessions last 45 minutes, and longer or private sessions can be arranged. There are changing rooms, toilets, lockers, a café and parking, which makes it one of the better-equipped riverside saunas around Dublin.

It's for over-16s, and under-18s need an adult with them. If you swim in the river, they ask you to shower before getting back into the pools.

What people say

Our summary of 79 Google reviews, averaging 4.9, read in October 2026.

A calm spot
People call it a tranquil, calm oasis, with the view of the Liffey from the sauna getting special mentions.
River or plunge
Reviewers like having the choice of a river dip, the plunge pools or a cold shower.
Friendly welcome
Welcoming staff come up again and again, often by name.
Good facilities
The changing rooms and hot showers get regular mentions.

Good to know

  • Shared sessions are 45 minutes. Book online and you can cancel up to 24 hours ahead.
  • Bring two towels, swimwear, footwear and a non-glass water bottle.
  • Over-16s only, and under-18s need an adult.
  • Opening days have changed before, so check the booking page for the current hours.

Riverbank Sauna: quick answers

When is Riverbank Sauna open?

As of October 2026: Monday 11am to 10pm; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday to Friday 11am to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday 9am to 9pm. Check their booking page before you travel.

Does Riverbank Sauna have an ice bath?

Yes. Riverbank Sauna has cold plunge pools beside the sauna, so you can go straight from the heat into the cold.

Where is Riverbank Sauna?

Canoe Centre, Mill Lane, Palmerstown, Dublin 20, D20 DY26, in County Dublin.

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