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FAQ

Opening Times
We are open Thursday 5-9pm and Friday/Saturday/Sunday 8am-8pm.

 

Location
The Sea Sauna is located beside Tower Bay Beach Car Park, Portrane, Co. Dublin, K36 RX92. Find us on Google Maps.

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How to Book
Book your sauna session via our website calendar by selecting your preferred date and time. Follow the payment steps and ensure you finalise your booking by clicking the 'Pay Now' button below the order summary. After completing payment, you'll receive a confirmation email with a link to our waiver form.

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What to Bring
Please bring two towels: one to sit on and one for use after your sauna. We recommend bringing water and a small snack for afterwards. Towels and sauna hats are available for purchase at the sauna, and there is a coffee truck beside us offering hot drinks, hot food and treats. For a full list of sauna rules, see our Terms & Conditions.

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Shower Facilities
We have cold showers at the sauna. Additionally, a high-pressure mains tap is located behind the toilet block.

 

Plunge Pools

We have 3 plunge pools, all at sea temperature. You must always shower before using the plunge pools.

 

Sea Swimming
You can swim at Tower Bay Beach before, during, or after your sauna session if you wish. Always shower before re-entering the sauna after your sea swim to remove any sand and salt water. Note that sea swimming is undertaken at your own risk. Stay within your depth, avoid swimming alone, and be cautious with strong winds or waves. Consider using the plunge pools and showers at the sauna instead of swimming in the sea if in doubt.

 

Swimming at Low Tide
Yes, swimming is still possible at Tower Bay Beach even at low tide.

 

Changing Area
We have public changing areas at the sauna and another at Tower Bay Beach. A storage area is also available for your belongings, though we do not accept responsibility for lost or stolen property.

 

Toilet Facilities
Public toilets are located beside us on Tower Bay Beach, usually open from 9am to 9pm. Hours may vary throughout the year.

 

Vouchers & Gift Cards
Purchase vouchers and gift cards in person at the sauna or buy digital gift cards here. To print a digital gift card at home, enter your own email address as the recipient. All vouchers and gift cards are valid for 5 years and can be redeemed against any sea sauna sessions or events.

 

Group and Private Bookings - The Box Sauna
To book The Box Sauna privately, find a time with 10 seats available. Select all 10 seats and once booked, you will have the sauna for your private use, and you may bring up to 15 people on the day.

 

Group and Private Bookings - The Barrel and The Snug Sauna
To book the Barrel or Snug Sauna privately, find a time with 8 seats available. Select all 8 seats and once booked, you will have the sauna for your private use, and you may bring up to 10 people on the day.

 

Sports Teams and Corporate Bookings
For large bookings of 15+ people, including sports teams or corporate groups, please contact us directly with your group size and preferred dates/times. We offer discounted rates and packages for returning bookings.

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Age Limit
Shared sauna sessions are for adults 16 and over. If you wish to bring children, you must book the sauna for a private session. Refer to 'Group and Private Bookings' above for more details.

 

Booking Changes
We require 24hr notice for any booking changes, however, you can change your booking up to 12 hours before the start time by logging in to our members area with your email address that you used to make the booking with, then select 'My Bookings' from the drop-down menu, and change your booking to a suitable alternative date/time.

 

Cancellation Policy
We require a minimum of 48 hours' notice for cancellations. Forward your confirmation email to us so we can cross ref your booking and process a refund.

Missed/Late/No-Shows

Please note that 100% of the total booking fee will be charged for missed, late, or no-show appointments.

 

Who Cannot Use the Sauna
Sauna use is not permitted if you suffer from high or low blood pressure, heart or circulatory disorders, epilepsy, diabetes, are pregnant, or are prone to dizziness or fainting.

 

Additional Information
Please review our full Terms & Conditions for more details and don’t forget to fill out your waiver form before your visit.

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