Our 14 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 $48Top rated

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.Turkish Bath, Sauna, Pool, Jakuzi Massage Spa Center

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 43 reviews · 2 hours - 135 minutes · from $35

Spend about two hours at a large Alanya spa complex with a traditional Turkish bath, foam and peeling treatments, panoramic sauna, menthol room, pool, Jacuzzi, and oil massage. Pickup and return transfer are included. Staff speak English, German, Russian, and Turkish, but massage therapists may not speak English.

“We enjoyed the whole experience from start to finish, absolutely amazing, skin feels so soft. Was very relaxing. Would definitely recommend this”

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7.Marmaris Turkish Bath – SPA – Sauna, Scrub, Foam Massage & Oil Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $18Best value

Spend about two hours in a Marmaris hammam with sauna time, a body scrub, foam massage, and oil massage. Round-trip hotel transfers are included, though Turunc and Adakoy hotels are excluded. The $18 price is appealing, but confirm which treatments are included before paying for extras.

“Well organised trip to the Turkish Bath. Excellent treatments with optional extras like facials, deep massages, etc. Great value for money”

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8.Turkish Bath, Hamam, Sauna & Spa Wellness Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $29

Spend 2 to 2.5 hours at an Alanya wellness center with sauna time, a traditional hamam wash, peeling, foam massage, and classic oil massage. Pickup is optional, and English, German, Russian, and Turkish support is available. Visit early in your holiday if you want a fresh start before building a tan.

“I took the Gold Package at History Spa & Wellness because I wanted to do it right and fully relax during my holiday — and it was amazing! The place is beautiful, clean, and peaceful. A big thank you to Sry from Bali, who treated me with so much care — she speaks good English, has great humor, and a lovely personality. I left feeling completely relaxed and refreshed!”

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9.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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10.Kusadasi Turkish Bath Experience incl. Sauna, Peeling, Face mask

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Spend about 90 minutes at Ottoman Turk Hamamı in Kusadasi with a sauna, steam room, kese exfoliation, foam bath, and face mask. The experience costs $35.49, ends at the meeting point, and suits adults seeking a traditional bath ritual rather than a private luxury spa. Separate men’s and women’s areas may apply.

“After booking, I received the conformation e-mail. i had to contact the local agency by phone, which is very expensive in Turkije. The pick-up time and place gave some problems, but were solved. The haman was super.”

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11.Marmaris Turkish Bath -Spa- Sauna, Scrub Foam & Oil Massage

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Spend about two hours at a traditional Marmaris hammam with sauna heat, a full-body scrub, foam massage, and oil massage. Hotel pickup and drop-off cover Marmaris and Icmeler, with several departure times and English, Russian, or Turkish assistance. The mixed bathing area is simple and communal, so bring swimwear and expect a budget treatment rather than a private spa session.

“Was wat langdradig met wachten maar verder erg lekker”

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12.Turkish Bath with Sauna, Scrub, Foam & Oil Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

This two-hour Antalya hamam visit begins with hotel pickup, a 40 to 50°C sauna, traditional body scrub, full-body foam wash, clay mask, and a 20-minute aromatic oil massage. English, Turkish, and Russian support is available. Pickup is limited to hotels in Kundu and Lara, so check your location before booking.

“Güzel ve keyifli geçti Fue encantador y agradable; el baño turco y el masaje fueron maravillosos, ¡gracias!”

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13.Turkish Bath, Massage and Sauna full package in Cappadocia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $104

You’ll be collected from your Goreme hotel and taken to a private spa for a 1-hour-20-minute Turkish bath package. Expect sauna time, a traditional scrub and foam wash, massage, face mask, and skin care, followed by hotel drop-off. The service is offered in English and costs $104 per person.

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14.Turkish Bath, Hamam, Sauna & Spa Wellness Center From Alanya

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 2 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about three hours at Grand Alanya HamamSaray with a sauna, steam bath, body scrub, foam massage and oil massage. Pickup is offered from Alanya and nearby resorts, and men and women can attend together. The package costs $30.25 per person, with drinks and extra treatments charged separately.

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