Istanbul · TURKISH BATHS & HAMMAMS
A hammam is a scrub, a foam wash and a rinse on hot marble, and the price swings on how much of that is included. These 15 compare the historic bathhouses with the hotel spas on price, length and what happens if you skip the massage.
A private Istanbul hamam with scrub, foam massage, sauna, steam room, and optional massage near Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar.
“Very good steam room and massage, thanks to Mona and her colleague ! Clean and calm.”
Experience a private Istanbul hammam with sauna, foam massage, scrub, and optional massage at DoubleTree Sirkeci for $59.
“it was a really nice experience, that I would recommend to anyone.”
Review Gedikpasa Hamami in Istanbul, a 550-year-old Turkish bath with marble rest, kese scrub, foam massage, privacy options, and tea.
“Everyone should experience a Turkish bath. Scrubbed head to toe lying down. Very historic place. All staff were very friendly and professional”
Step into Istanbul’s 15th-century Acemoglu Hammam for a clay mask, kese scrub, foam wash, and optional private massage.
“It was great. Staff was friendly and experience was relaxing.”
Review of Gedikpasa Hamami in Istanbul, a 550-year-old Turkish bath near the Grand Bazaar with scrub, foam massage, and privacy options.
“What a wonderful experience from start to finish in this historic location. Everything was as described, if not better. I had never had a Hammam before, so was not sure what to expect, but was guided through it and felt very comfortable throughout and extremely relaxed after. Tea, Turkish delight and a few bonus treats made it all the more special. Highly recommended 👌”
Step into Istanbul’s 18th-century Cagaloglu Hamam for marble, steam, kese scrubbing, foam massage, tea, and Ottoman bathing tradition.
“I had a wonderful experience. It is worth the money, I left so relaxed. It is a wonderful cultural experience in a historic and elegant Turkish bath. I would go again tomorrow if i could”
Review of Istanbul’s private Taksim hamam with scrub, foam bath, sauna, massage, pool access, price, tips, and practical drawbacks.
“Fantastic experience, the therapists really know what they are doing !!! I recommend it !!! Thank you😊”
Review Hurrem Sultan Hamam in Istanbul, with practical details on the scrub, foam wash, massage, price, timing, and what to expect.
“The Hamam was beautiful, unlike anything I've ever seen. From the moment you walk in you feel relaxed and the services were all amazing from beginning to end. A must do in Istanbul!”
Compare public, private, and VIP Turkish bath options in Istanbul’s Old City, with sauna, steam, kese scrub, foam wash, and massage.
“Really enjoyed the massage and the overall experience. Thank you!”
Experience Istanbul’s 600-year-old Çatma Mescit Hamam with private transfers, Ottoman steam, foam scrub, drinks, and optional massage.
“While we really had no idea what to expect it was unique and fun. The bubbles were the best part! We highly recommend this experience.”
Review of Istanbul’s private Taksim hammam with sauna, kese scrub, foam bath, massage, tea, and practical advice on value and timing.
“The activity was superb and cherry was an excellent host. We went in for our honeymoon and it was the best idea so far! Thanks again, Cherry! Guys do try it- I have never given a review and this was superb”
Acemoglu Hamam offers a historic Istanbul bath ritual with clay mask, kese scrub, foam massage, tea, and optional private treatment.
“This was a very enjoyable experience. Took a hour and a half. Had a room to ourselves. I would recommend it to others”
Review of Istanbul’s $59 VIP Turkish bath with sauna, scrub, foam massage, optional treatments, refreshments, and hotel transfers.
“Totally fabulous, treated very well and loved every minute!”
Review of Istanbul’s Cağaloğlu Hammam, with Ottoman marble baths, foam massage, practical tips, package value, and booking advice.
“The facility was gorgeous and absolutely clean. The staff was so welcoming and warm. They put so much detail and concerns on our health. They also provided everything we would need there. My therapist was Susan and she was great.”
Compare Istanbul’s private hammam, sauna, pool, scrub, foam wash, and massage experience, with practical tips on packages, timing, and value.
“I booked this as an excursion on our cruise. It was only after arriving there did I realize that the massage is NOT included! What they describe as a foam massage is nothing more than being leathered up, it is not really a massage. If you go intending to be massaged with oil, that is the way they describe it, this is not the one to book. We had to pay EXTRA. Our booking was for Felicity spa, which is on the lower level of a hotel. It is a 25 minute walk from Galataport UP a pretty steep HILL!!! My experience was negative due to the fact that there…”
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