Our 6 Favourite Saunas and Steam Rooms in Turkey

1.Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, and Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,306 reviews · 50 - 100 minutes · from $59Our pick

At the DoubleTree by Hilton Sirkeci, female therapists guide you through a private Turkish bath and sauna, followed by a foam massage, scrub, facial, or 30 or 60-minute massage, depending on your package. The English-speaking team includes therapists such as Maria, Suci, Nia, and Ayu, though staff assignments can change.

“It was an amazing experience 100% recommend it to everyone that visits Istanbul!!!”

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2.Traditional Turkish Bath, Sauna, Peeling & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 214 reviews · 1h 15m · from $64

At Demirhan Hamam, you’ll move from sauna and steam room to a full-body peeling, foam wash, and oil massage. Men and women use separate areas. English-speaking hosts help guide the process, and Turkish tea is included. Hasan is one of the named masseurs, while Emsal has helped visitors choose fragrances and understand each step.

“This was an amazing experience. Emsal was very sweet and helpful. She helped us with each step, and also gave great advice. There were many fragrances to choose from. I loved my perfume afterwards.”

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3.Exclusive Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Sauna, Massage & Pool

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 117 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

At a hotel spa near Istanbul’s Grand Hotel de Pera, you’ll enjoy a private Turkish bath with a 30-minute scrub and foam wash, sauna, optional massage, and pool access on selected packages. Staff explain the process in English, and swimsuits are needed for the co-ed pool area.

“This experience was incredible! We had the best time. The Turkish bath was such a cool experience. The facility itself is super clean. They have showers and everything you’ll need for after the Turkish bath/massage. The woman who checked us in at the spa spoke great English and explained everything to us perfectly. This was a very professional place. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and everytime we go back to Turkey we’ll be getting the Turkish bath. Do not forget to bring a swimsuit with you!”

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4.Private Turkish Bath Tradition, Massages, Swimming Pool & Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48Best value

At Felicity Hammam Sultanahmet, you can pair a traditional Turkish bath with a 30-minute foam wash and body scrub, massage, sauna, swimming pool, and optional face mask. The spa is within walking distance of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Basilica Cistern. Treatments are private for your booking, though shared facilities may be busy.

“Excellent experience, clean, professional, friendly. Can’t fault a thing. In a hotel. Massage was a good addition”

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5.Traditional Turkish Bath, Sauna, Peeling & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $54

At Demirhan Hamami in Antalya, you’ll follow a classic Turkish bath routine: sauna and steam, kese peeling, foam massage, aromatherapy oil massage, and Turkish tea. English-speaking staff help first-timers, though instructions may be brief. The experience is booked at set times, with men’s and women’s areas separate and hotel transfers not included.

“Love Turkish baths, amazing experience. You will be fully unclothed except for bikini bottom, and around many others, so if this is unpleasant for you, don’t go. Otherwise, the massages are great and you leave feeling relaxed with very smooth skin.”

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6.Traditional Turkish bath with Massage and Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $100

From Göreme, you’ll ride to Avanos for a private Turkish bath at a hotel spa. Allow about 70 to 80 minutes for sauna time, soap wash, skin peeling, a roughly 45-minute full-body massage, and a face mask. Hotel pickup, return transport, and Turkish tea or coffee are included.

“This experience was so unique and worthwhile. It will give you a chance to just relax and feel great. I recommend this for anyone visitng the area.”

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