Wellness Retreats on the West Coast of Ireland

Hens Holistic Weekend: The Perfect Wellness Celebration

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Feel Your Heart Sing and Your Soul Shine on Your Hen Weekend

Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate a hen party, one that leaves everyone feeling refreshed, connected, and utterly joyful?

Here at the Burren Yoga Retreat, we offer a truly special experience: a Holistic Hens Weekend that balances deep relaxation, exhilarating outdoor adventures, and truly exceptional food.

We don’t just provide a venue; we work with you to design a customised retreat specially for your families and group of friends.

Together we create a customised, high-vibrational experience designed to celebrate the bride-to-be and nurture every guest.

With over 25 years of experience running retreats, we know exactly how to provide the best possible atmosphere for a truly memorable and stress-free Hens Holistic Retreat.

Our luxury wellness retreat provides the perfect sanctuary for a group celebration where every guest, regardless of age or fitness level, will feel inspired and nurtured.

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Your Dream Hens Retreat, Tailored for Everyone

Our greatest strength is our experience and our ability to listen to your needs.

The true beauty of choosing a holistic hen’s weekend at the Burren Yoga Retreat is our experience and the flexibility we offer.

We understand that your group will have varying ages, fitness levels, and expectations.

Our expertise lies in seamlessly accommodating everyone, ensuring that the bride, her mum, her older aunt, and her fittest friends all feel catered for and fully included.

Designed Around Your Group’s Needs

We always work hand-in-hand with you, the organiser, to understand the full picture: the age range, mobility levels of all attendees, and, most importantly, the atmosphere you want to create.

You can choose to use your own teachers and facilitators, or incorporate any combination of our proven offerings into your Hens Holistic weekend itinerary.

Based on these wishes, and our vast experience of what has worked for groups in the past, we craft a suggested schedule that may include:

  • Yoga & Meditation:Gentle, accessible classes perfectly suited for complete beginners, alongside options for those with a regular practice. It’s a wonderful way to connect and calm any pre-wedding jitters.  We also offer specialised sessions in meditation, deep relaxation through Yoga Nidra deep relaxation, and therapeutic Gong Bath sound healing.
  • Guided Outings in The Burren:We offer choice! Some guests can opt for a stronger hill walk with stunning coastal views, while others can enjoy a gentle, leisurely stroll along the flat tracks or sandy beaches. No one is left out, and everyone gets to experience the magic of the Burren.
  • Optional Sea Swimming:For the more adventurous, we offer the

option of a sea dip on one of the local beaches – a truly memorable bonding experience!

Gourmet Vegetarian Food: A Celebration of Flavour

Our Famous Vegetarian Food

Food is the heart of any celebration, and our kitchen is where the magic happens. Many guests say they would come back for the food alone.

Our exceptional in-house chef crafts vibrant, delicious meals using the finest organic, locally sourced ingredients.

Every bite is a celebration of flavour and health—a feast for the eyes and the soul. This is healthy dining that feels utterly luxurious.

Choosing a Healthy Hens Weekend doesn’t mean compromising on indulgence. It means nourishing your bodies with exquisite food, allowing everyone to feel light, energised, and ready to enjoy every moment of the celebration.

We are happy to accommodate special dietary requests and allergies.

Please be aware that we are an alcohol free retreat centre.

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Light filled spacious rooms

The new centre was completed in June 2021 and is flooded with natural light

One of Ireland’s best places for vegetarian food

Our exceptional chefs use fresh organic locally sourced ingredients, to creatively prepare delicious, mouth watering food that is a feast for the eyes. Surprise yourself with how delicious our healthy nutritious vegetarian food tastes. Many people say they would come back for the food alone.
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The Magical Location: The Burren, Co. Clare

The best Holistic Hens Weekend requires an extraordinary setting.

The Burren is an ancient, mystical location—an UNESCO Global Geopark that offers stunning, diverse scenery from ancient limestone hills to sandy Atlantic beaches.

It’s a place where time slows down, allowing for deep connection and restoration.

The Perfect Retreat Setting

The Burren Yoga Retreat is designed to be your exclusive, inspiring sanctuary.

We provide:

  • Luxury En-Suite Bedrooms:Ensuring the deepest, most restorative sleep.
  • Stunning Yoga Studio:A light filled inspiring truly space with breathtaking views.
  • Peaceful Lounges:Areas for your group to gather, chat, or find a moment of quiet reflection away from the group.
  • Spacious dining room:  After dinner or breakfast, the dining room is so comfortable that often guests linger to chat and just hang out.

 This is a purpose-built retreat centre—not a hotel—meaning the energy is very positive, inspiring, and entirely dedicated to wellness.

It is the ideal backdrop for an alcohol-free hen party that focuses on quality time, connection, and health.

Planning Your Hens Holistic Weekend

Your guests will enjoy a true escape in our luxury, state-of-the-art centre. We accommodate a maximum of 18 guests, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience.

We offer great flexibility to plan your perfect 2 Night Hens Retreat or a longer escape.

Minimum Stay & Availability:

  • Weekend Retreats (Minimum 2 Nights):This is the ideal option for a standard Hens event. This is typically available between the end of October and mid-May.
  • Extended Wellness Retreats (Up to 6 Nights):If you are interested in a deep and luxurious extended hens wellness retreat, we can host your group for up to 6 nights during any month of the year, including the popular summer months of June to September.


Ease of Access for All Your Guests

The Burren Yoga Retreat is easily accessible for guests flying in or travelling from anywhere in Ireland:

  • We are just a 50-minute drive from Shannon Airport (SNN).
  • We are approximately a 3-hour drive from Dublin and accessible via major routes from Cork, Galway, and other parts of Ireland.

Your guests will find getting here straightforward, allowing the celebration to begin the moment they arrive. (See our Getting Here page for directions and taxi sharing information).

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Ready to Plan Your Perfect Alternative Hen Party?

The Holistic Hens Weekend at the Burren Yoga Retreat is an extraordinary way to honour the bride-to-be—a celebration of self-love, friendship, and the joy of simple connection in a beautiful, nurturing environment.

We invite you to contact us to discuss your vision for your Hens Holistic Weekend. Tell us about your group, their interests, and any special requests you may have.

We are ready to work with you to craft a perfectly balanced, luxurious, and healthy event that everyone will cherish long after the wedding day.

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Experience why many call it one of the best yoga retreats Ireland and why our Burren yoga centre has become a sanctuary for those seeking peace, health, and mindful living.

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