Where to Find a Sauna in Donabate and Portrane (And Why Ours Is Different)
- Andrew Mc Allister
- Jul 2, 2025
- 2 min read
If you’ve been searching for a sauna on the Donabate peninsula, you’re not alone. With cold water swimming on the rise and wellness culture growing across Dublin, more and more people are looking for a rejuvenating escape close to home. The good news? The Sea Sauna is just minutes from Donabate – and it’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
So, is The Sea Sauna in Donabate?
Technically, The Sea Sauna is located in Portrane, right beside Tower Bay Beach. But Donabate and Portrane share the same peninsula — and to locals, they’re one and the same. Whether you’re heading out for a swim, a sauna, or the scenic walk that links the two, daily life flows naturally across this coastline. The Sea Sauna sits right at the heart of it all.
In fact, we’re positioned directly on the Donabate to Portrane Cliff Walk – a 2.5km coastal trail with sweeping views of the Irish Sea, Lambay Island, and Howth Head. Whether you’re starting in Donabate or ending in Portrane, this is one of North Dublin’s most beautiful walking routes.
What Makes The Sea Sauna Different
We offer handcrafted, wood-fired saunas placed right on the shoreline. Each session invites you to soak up the heat, gaze out over the sea, and then plunge into cold water – either the open Irish Sea or one of our chilled barrels.
There’s free parking, on-site changing area, outdoor showers, and even a coffee truck steps from the saunas. Everything you need for the perfect sea sauna ritual is right here on the Donabate–Portrane coastline.
Make a Morning of It
Start with the cliff walk, warm up in the sauna, take a sea dip, and grab a post-session coffee before heading into Donabate village for lunch. Whether you’re on your own or with friends, it’s an ideal way to reset and recharge by the coast.
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Quick FAQs
Is there a sauna in Donabate?
Yes – The Sea Sauna is located on the Donabate peninsula, along the Portrane coast. It’s just minutes from Donabate village and sits right on the cliff walk.
How far is The Sea Sauna from Donabate Village?
Only a 5-minute drive, a 15-minute cycle, or a scenic 25-minute walk via the cliff path. Free parking is available on-site.
What should I bring to the sauna?
Bring swimwear, two towels, flip-flops, a water bottle, and warm clothes to change into afterwards. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to settle in.
Looking for a Sauna in Donabate Portrane area? Now You Know.
Whether you’re a local or just visiting the area, The Sea Sauna is the best answer to your Donabate sauna search. Book now and discover why so many Dubliners are turning to the sea for their sauna fix.
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