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Worth your time in Istanbul.
The 10 massage tours travellers book most in Istanbul, from the headline sights to the quieter finds. What each one costs, how long it runs, and whether it earns a slot on a short trip.
Private hamam in Istanbul’s Old City with scrub, foam, steam and sauna, plus optional massage. Tea and coffee included.
Most Popular“the lovely lady that did my massage and treatments”
Private Istanbul Turkish hamam with sauna, foam massage, and optional longer massage or face mask. Small-group, female therapists, about $59.
“It was an amazing experience 100% recommend it to everyone that visits Istanbul!!!”
Private Turkish bath in Taksim with foaming scrub, optional massage and pool, skip-the-line entry, English support, from $53.
“Dian was amazing, I booked the massage hammam and this was great. I forgot to bring a swimsuit so I couldn’t enjoy the pool but the whole experience was what I needed. Everything is very clean and they pamper you a lot”
Private hammam in Taksim with kese scrub, foam bath, and optional aromatherapy massage at Radisson Blu Harbiye.
“the staff was very professional and tuned in to our needs. the wet and dry sauna were enjoyable. the actual Turkish hammom was relaxing and comfortable. 5 Star staff.”
Experience an Ottoman hammam at Cagaloglu: warm-to-hot-to-cool rooms, traditional scrub and foam massage, plus tea and Turkish delight.
“Must do Istanbul experience! I visited this Hamam 24 years ago, and returned this year to share the experience with my daughter. Everything was very well explained, and despite the language barrier, all the ladies were very patient and gave clear instructions. A pricey treat, but well worth it.”
Private Istanbul hammam with sauna, foam-and-scrub, optional massage, pool time, and tea and coffee at a hotel spa.
“This was my first time to get a Turkish bath and it did not disappoint! I started with a deep tissue massage then a sauna session, and ended with a Turkish bath. I’ve never been more relaxed and felt more clean. Highly recommend”
Private Turkish bath in Istanbul near Sultanahmet: foaming scrub, sauna and optional massage and pool, with tea and bottled water. 2.5 hours.
“When we arrived, we spent time in the pool and sauna to prepare and relax before Bath. About 5 men came poolside, and was laughing, joking, yelling. We were asked to go to dressing room and disrobe. We were given towels, and had to walk in front of the men half naked. Would have preferred…”
Private Ottoman-style hammam in Sisli at Ramada Plaza: kese scrub, foam bubbles, optional aromatherapy massage, and tea in a calm spa setting.
“The facility was perfectly clean and well maintained. The receptionists, the managers and the therapists were all friendly, professional and helpful. Definitely recommended for anyone who is looking for a satisfactory experience!!”
A traditional Ottoman-style Turkish hammam at Radisson Blu Harbiye in Taksim with exfoliation, foam, and body plus head massage, plus tea and snack.
“cherry is very efficient and catered us ahead of our time. the two staff who provide our turkish bath Julia and Nalia ( i am not sure with the name) where very gentle and provide utmost care and comfort to us on this.. went home so refreshed and relaxed. thank you till next time!”
Turkish hammam in Istanbul’s Old City with foam scrub, steam and sauna. Choose a private bath plus massage for a calmer reset.
“The scrub and massage were OK but the place is falling down and dirty. The swimming pool had an electrical cord going into it and all the attendant did was sit in his little office and smoke. The receptionist was just weird. She was older, which is not an issue, but she spenRead more”
Istanbul hammam in Sirkeci with sauna, Turkish bath, 45-min massage, face mask, pool access, and tea. Private English session.
“Sultansuleyman Hamam kate azra This was a most wonderful experience. I’d do it again!! One of a kind spa experience”
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