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Contrast Wellness

Athlone, Co. Westmeath

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In town in Co. Westmeath

Contrast Wellness

Athlone, Co. Westmeath

Contrast Wellness runs a recovery lounge behind The House fitness gym in Athlone. It has two large outdoor saunas, an eight-person plunge pool, plunge barrels and outdoor rain showers.

Rated 4.9 from 131 Google reviews (October 2026)

  • Cold plunge
  • Ice baths
  • Showers
  • Group bookings
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At a glance

Where
Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Setting
In town
The sauna
Not listed
Cooling off
Cold plunge, Ice baths
Facilities
Showers
Groups
Group bookings available
Access
Not listed
Last checked
October 2026

About Contrast Wellness

Its signature is a full treatment from a Lithuanian sauna master: aroma oils, birch whisking and a salt-and-honey scrub made with honey from his own bees. There's a second location at Shannonbridge, by the river.

What people say

Our summary of 131 Google reviews, averaging 4.9, read in October 2026.

Friendly staff
Friendly staff are mentioned in over 30 reviews and welcoming staff in 13 more.
Ice baths
Ice baths and cold plunges come up in nearly 30 reviews.
Sauna master
The whisking and honey scrub ritual gets rave reviews.
Yoga
Yoga sessions are mentioned in 7 reviews.

Good to know

  • Memberships start at €49 a month for 4 sessions.
  • Ask about sauna master rituals.

Contrast Wellness: quick answers

How much does Contrast Wellness cost?

When we checked in October 2026, sessions cost basic membership, 4 sessions a month for €49, standard membership, 8 sessions a month for €79, premium membership, unlimited for €99. Prices can change, so confirm on their booking page.

When is Contrast Wellness open?

As of October 2026: Monday to Friday 6pm to 9pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am to 2pm. Check their booking page before you travel.

Does Contrast Wellness have an ice bath?

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

Where is Contrast Wellness?

Grace Park Road, Loughanaskin, Athlone, Co. Westmeath (behind The House fitness gym), in County Westmeath.

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