January can feel long and grey, and although we're nearly there, the 31st still seems like an age away.
However, there’s no better way to shake off the winter slump than a proper sweat.
From sea-side sauna huts to luxe woodland retreats, Ireland’s sauna scene is hotter than ever.
Here are the top saunas across the country to help you warm up, reset, and banish the blues.
Lucky for you, we've gathered a list of Dublin's top saunas to do so:
Dublin 22
Located between Stillorgan and Dún Laoghaire, Sallynoggin Sauna offers one of the best sauna experience in the capital.
From their spacious saunas designed for socialising, to icy cold plunges and that post-sauna glow, this spot is fast becoming a favourite for winter wellness in Dublin.
Multiple locations
With two locations in Bray, and a location just a two-minutes stroll from the luas in Dundrum Helios is offering stellar sauna services,
With two saunas (one for the whole crew and one for just two), a communal ice bath, cold plunge barrels, and an outdoor wood-fired hot tub, inspired by nature, crafted for wellbeing, offering wellness for all, Helios is the perfect sauna pick this January.
Multiple locations
With eight locations nationwide and three in Dublin, from Killiney to Inchicore, all of HotBox's offerings are as good as one another.
You can find their saunas, which are handcrafted by their sister brand Aalto Saunas, at Boland's Mill, Inchicore and Killiney beach in Dublin.
Definitely one to have on your must-do list.
Multiple locations
Release, relax, and recover - that's the aim of Fad Saoil sauna, and with four locations across Dublin, there's plenty opportunity to so.
One of the leading sauna spots in the country, Fad Saoil takes pride in promoting the physical and mental benefits of saunas.
Harold's Cross
Located in Harold’s Cross this is a welcome addiction to the area with saunas, ice baths, aromatherapy and just pure relaxation all under the same roof.
Align is somewhere you could easily spend the entire day, and there's no doubt you'd feel utterly zen coming out of it.
Grangegorman
Outcasts facility at CowTown Outdoor Food Market on Prussia Street in Stoneybatter is sure to provide all you could be looking for when it comes to a great sauna facility.
A unique sauna experience in a modern, accessible setting, their ethos is rooted in community, relaxation and embracing the elements together.
Ringsend, Dublin
This relaxed new opening is home to two saunas and a plunge pool in an ideal Dublin city location.
It's the perfect spot to warm up, cool down, breathe, and feel more grounded to take on your daily tasks.
Even better, it's right beside Little Basil's café, the perfect spot for a hot drink and sweet treat after your wellness session.
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21st January 2026
10:43am GMT
