Power Saunas
Silverstrand, Co. Galway
Wood-firedCold plungeOn the beach
Driftwood Sauna
An Spidéal, Co. Galway
Run this sauna? Send us photosBy the sea in Co. Galway
Driftwood Sauna
An Spidéal, Co. Galway
Driftwood is on Spiddal Pier, looking across Galway Bay towards the Aran Islands through big panoramic windows. It's run by owners Edward and Monique, both trained sauna masters, and it won a 'Best Waterside Sauna in the UK and Ireland' award in 2024.
Rated 4.9 from 282 Google reviews (October 2026)
- Wood-fired
- Cold plunge
- Sea view
- Showers
- Changing area
- Group bookings
At a glance
- Where
- An Spidéal, Co. Galway
- Setting
- By the sea
- The sauna
- Wood-fired
- Cooling off
- Cold plunge, Sea swim nearby
- Facilities
- Showers, Changing area
- Groups
- Group bookings available
- Access
- Not listed
- Last checked
- October 2026
About Driftwood Sauna
There are two wood-fired saunas, one seating up to 14 and a smaller one for six, with cold plunge pools, two outdoor cold showers and communal changing cabins. The beach is beside the pier for a sea swim. Guided sauna rituals run a couple of times a month, plus seasonal events like a Samhain ritual.
What people say
Our summary of 282 Google reviews, averaging 4.9, read in October 2026.
- The view
- The view over Galway Bay is mentioned in close to 40 reviews.
- Plunge pools and the sea
- The plunge pools are mentioned in over 30 reviews, and many people also swim off the beach.
- Welcoming hosts
- First-timers say the hosts made them feel at ease and explained everything.
- Spotless
- Cleanliness and well-kept facilities come up again and again.
Good to know
- Bring two towels, swimwear, beach shoes, a water bottle and something warm for after.
- There are no toilets on site.
- Social sessions and events are 18+. Private sessions allow children 12+ with an adult.
- Arrive 10 minutes early. Tell staff if you plan to swim in the sea.
Driftwood Sauna: quick answers
How much does Driftwood Sauna cost?
When we checked in October 2026, sessions cost sauna social (50 minutes) for €17, reduced rate social (50 minutes) for €15, private sauna, 1 to 2 people (65 minutes) for €85, private sauna, 3 to 4 people (65 minutes) for €105, private sauna, 5 to 6 people (65 minutes) for €120, private, large sauna (up to 14) (50 minutes) for €210, guided sauna ritual (90 minutes) for €50, 6 social sessions (6 for 5) for €85. Prices can change, so confirm on their booking page.
When is Driftwood Sauna open?
As of October 2026: Monday, Thursday and Friday 4pm to 9pm; Tuesday and Wednesday Closed; Saturday and Sunday 9am to 7pm. Check their booking page before you travel.
Does Driftwood Sauna have an ice bath?
Yes. Driftwood Sauna has cold plunge pools beside the sauna, so you can go straight from the heat into the cold.
Where is Driftwood Sauna?
Spiddal Pier, An Spidéal, Co. Galway, in County Galway.
Saunas nearby
- 12 km away
- 16 km away
Fad Saoil Saunas – Salthill
Salthill, Co. Galway
Temporarily closed
Sea viewBarrel saunaShowers
- 24 km away
Sauna Fiáin
Oranmore, Co. Galway
Wood-firedCold plungeSea view