The Emerald Isle Retreat

at Clontarf Castle, Dublin, Ireland

July 24th - 29th 2025

  • Stay in a 12th Century Castle in Dublin

  • Daily Yoga and Meditation taught by Sabrina

  • Fully Guided Day Tours of Dublin and Belfast

  • Award-winning dinner experiences

  • Private Reiki Appointments Available

    *Read below for all of this and so much more*

Clontarf Castle Hotel is a unique 12th Century castle like no other. Guests will experience a combination of the rich Irish history & tradition of the 12th century castle, with all the luxuries of the 21st century, following a significant investment that has seen glamorous, bespoke interiors that will capture the imagination and enrich the senses.

Restaurants and Bars:

  • Fahrenheit Grill: AA Rosette Winning, specializing in dry-aged beef and fish.

  • Knight’s Bar: Firmly rooted in the traditions of the castle offering modern cuisine

  • Indigo Lounge: Uber chic bar and lounge


    *Vegan and Vegetarian options available!*

Leisure Facilities

  • Coast promenade with jogging path - 5 minutes from the hotel

  • Croke Park - 5 minutes from the hotel

  • Sports Complex - 5 minutes from the hotel

  • Tennis Courts - 5 minute walk or 3 minute drive

  • Clontarf Golf Club - 7 minutes from the hotel

  • Dublin City Center - 10 minutes from the hotel

  • Fully equipped air-conditioned fitness suite - on property

    *and much more*

Retreat Schedule

Thursday, July 24th, 2025:

3 pm: Check In

6 pm: Welcome Gathering

6:30 pm: Dinner

8 pm: Travel Day Stretch & Meditate

Friday, July 25th, 2025:

8 am: Grounding: Yoga and Breathwork

9 am: Breakfast

10:30 am: Dublin City Tour Excursion

with Lunch

6:30 pm: Dinner in Dublin City Center

8 pm: Wind Down: Stretch & Meditate

Saturday, July 26th, 2025:

8 am: Clarity: Yoga and Breathwork

9 am: Breakfast

11 am: Mindful Walk along Clontarf Promenade

6:30 pm: Dinner

8 pm: Reiki Meditation

Sunday, July 27th, 2025:

8 am: Aligned: Yoga and Breathwork

9 am: Breakfast

11 am: Belfast City Tour Excursion

with Lunch

6:30 pm: Dinner in Belfast

8 pm: Body Melt Meditation

Monday, July 28th, 2025:

8 am: Inner Focus: Yoga & Breathwork

9 am: Breakfast

3 pm: Emerald Hearts: Yin Yoga

5 pm: Goodbye Ceremony

6:30 pm: Dinner

Tuesday, July 29th, 2025:

9 am: Breakfast

12 pm: Check - Out


More Excursion Information:

Dublin City Tour:

  • Coach bus pick-up at Clontarf Castle

  • Explore Trinity Library and view the Book of Kells, a priceless manuscript dating back to AD 800

  • Lunch at a traditional pub in town

  • Enter the St.Patrick’s Cathedral (entry fee included)

  • Opportunity to view the Famous Georgian Squares

  • Guinness Storehouse Experience: Learn to pull a perfect pint, taste a refreshing Guinness, and explore the warehouse where the famous beer is crafted. This Storehouse was transformed from a warehouse of the original Guinness Brewery (opened in 1759). Enjoy 360-degree views of Dublin City from the 6th floor of this newly renovated building.

  • Dinner in the city

  • Coach bus drop-off at Clontarf Castle

Belfast City Tour:

  • Coach bus pick-up at Clontarf Castle

  • 1.5-hour scenic drive to Belfast -Enjoy a partial coastal drive, scenes of the countryside, and many ruins of castles and ancient architecture.

  • Panoramic City tour, seeing City Hall, Queen’s University, and the parliament building at Stormont.

  • Optional Titanic Museum Experience at the newly opened Titanic Belfast (entry of 42 Euro not included)

  • Lunch at a traditional pub in town

  • Black Taxi Tour

  • Tour of the Shankhill and Falls Road learning the course of The Troubles

  • Sign your name on the famous Peace Wall of Belfast

  • Dinner in the city

  • Coach bus drop-off at Clontarf Castle

The schedule is subject to change.

All bookings for this retreat must be done through InspiredYogaPilates.com. Bookings through the hotel are not valid as retreat bookings.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The morning yoga practice will be a slow-breath-led practice with some Sun Salutations to welcome the morning and time to pause in the poses. We will also practice Yin Yoga, which involves longer-held deep stretches. Each practice is suitable for all experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat and any props you would like to use.

  • Yes! Each class can be modified for students of all levels.

  • No. Please bring your yoga mat and any props you like to practice with!

  • Yes! Choose the Single Occupancy option when you book.

  • Of course. All the guests can join each event on the retreat schedule, but it is not mandatory. This is your vacation!

  • June to August is the sunniest time of the year in Ireland. Ireland is known for its rainy weather, and rainfall is still common, but less so than in other months. You can expect a high of 70’s and a low of mid 50’s at this time of year.

  • This retreat can have a maximum of 20 students, with 13 signed up so far! This gives us a great group to explore yoga and Ireland with. Get to know a wonderful community of Inspired and like-minded people.

  • Dublin is a very safe city, and Clontarf Castle is a high-end hotel that you will feel very comfortable at.

  • Clontarf Castle can accommodate any dietary restrictions or allergies. Please mention all restrictions/allergies on your intake form where indicated at check-out. The restaurants in Dublin’s city are known to accommodate dietary restrictions/allergies easily. Please see the Dinner Package description or information on each of Clontarf Castle’s award-winning restaurants.

  • No. Clontarf Castle does serve alcoholic drinks, but alcohol is not included in your retreat fee. Drinks are also available at lunch and dinner during excursions but will be charged to you separately. Please drink responsibly.

  • Breakfast is included at the castle each morning. If you would like to have dinner at the castle restaurants, please purchase the Dinner Package and the deposit or pay in full option to secure your spot!

    You also have the option to have dinner with your travel buddy in the city or pay for dinner at the castle during your stay. The same price I can offer you is not guaranteed at the castle.

  • Scroll below to the booking options. You can leave a 50% deposit or pay in full for this experience. If you would like to add the dinner package, you ca add both items to your cart before paying the total. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

    Email: SabrinaYogaPilates@gmail.com

  • No, flights and ground transfers are not included. Dublin airport is very safe and will have many taxis outside. If you prefer a scheduled car, I can help arrange one with our tour company. Prices start at 195 Euros for 2 travelers.

    We highly recommend travel insurance

  • Clontarf Castle is only a 15-minute drive from the Dublin Airport.

  • Aer Lingus is an Irish Airline that is well reviewed!

  • Cancellations 91 or more days before your check-in day are 50% refundable

    Cancellations made within 1-90 days of your check-in date are non-fundable.

  • Absolutely! Select the "Deposit" payment option on this page or the BOOKing page. Details on payments are in the description.

    Deposits are subject to the cancellation policy.

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