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Sandycove Sauna by the Sea

Sandycove, Co. Dublin

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Sandycove Sauna by the Sea

Sandycove, Co. Dublin

Sandycove Sauna by the Sea is a wood-fired barrel sauna right at the water's edge on Sandycove Point, a two-minute walk from the Forty Foot. The cold part of the session is the Irish Sea itself, with views across Dublin Bay.

Rated 4.2 from 83 Google reviews (October 2026)

  • Wood-fired
  • Sea view
  • Barrel sauna
  • Group bookings
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At a glance

Where
Sandycove, Co. Dublin
Setting
By the sea
The sauna
Wood-fired, Barrel
Cooling off
Sea swim nearby
Facilities
Not listed
Groups
Group bookings available
Access
Not listed
Last checked
October 2026

About Sandycove Sauna by the Sea

It's open every day of the year from 7am to 7pm, which makes it a natural follow-on from an early swim at the Forty Foot. It takes private bookings and groups of up to eight, and Stone Coffee is right next door.

It's a simple setup. Visitors note that a proper barrel sauna has replaced the converted camper van it started in, but showers and toilets aren't on site, so you'll use the public facilities nearby.

What people say

Our summary of 83 Google reviews, averaging 4.2, read in October 2026.

Location
Being steps from the Forty Foot is the big draw, and several people use it straight after a sea swim.
An upgrade
Regulars say the new barrel sauna is a big improvement on the original camper van.
Hot and clean
People describe it as properly hot and clean.
Basic facilities
A few reviewers wish the shower, toilets and changing were on site rather than a short walk away.

Good to know

  • Two minutes from the Forty Foot and five from Sandycove DART station.
  • The cold plunge is the sea, so check conditions before you go in.
  • Showers and toilets aren't on site, so bring a changing robe.
  • Private and group bookings for up to 8.

Sandycove Sauna by the Sea: quick answers

When is Sandycove Sauna by the Sea open?

As of October 2026: Every day 7am to 7pm. Check their booking page before you travel.

Where is Sandycove Sauna by the Sea?

17 Sandycove Point, Sandycove, Co. Dublin, A96 Y165, in County Dublin.

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