The 10 Best Spas & Wellness in Istanbul, Turkey

Cagaloglu Hamami (Turkish Bath) was built in 1741 to provide revenue for both the library of Mahmut I, the Ottoman Sultan of the time, in Hagia Sophia Kulliye (social complex) and for Hagia Sophia Mosque. Architectural plans of the bath was designed by Suleyman Aga, the architect of the court, and the bath was built by Abdullah Aga. Before the construction of Cagaloglu Turkish Bath, the palace built by Nevsehirli Damat Ibrahim Pasa stood on the same location. The palace was destroyed by a fire in 1740, and construction of the Cagaloglu Bath started soon after. The bath has both historical and architectural importance as it is the last great Turkish bath constructed before Sultan Mustafa III prohibited the construction of great baths in 1768, due to the increasing water and firewood needs of the city. Cagaloglu Bath is one of the largest double Turkish baths of Istanbul. Baroque style novelties, a rarely seen quality in Ottoman architecture.

The Historical and Luxurious Art of BathingHistorical and Architectural Features“I hope that until the end of days, good hearted friends who take a look at what I have made, when they will perceive the seriousness and the spirit of my effort, can have a fair view and can invoke my name to pray for me.” Mimar Sinan, ArchitectThe Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamam in Istanbul was designed and built by Mimar Sinan, the chief Ottoman architect. It was built at the request of Hurrem Sultan (Roxelana), the wife of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. It was built where the ancient public baths of Zeuxippus used to stand, between the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia. The area is also particularly significant as the site where the Temple of Zeus once stood.

Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam; The elegant authentic surroundings of this Turkish bath, magnificent creation of Mimar Sinan, transcends the timeless barriers between old and new… Giving you an escape from the hustle and bustle of beautiful Istanbul City.Mimar Sinan the legendary Architect of that period was commissioned by “Kilic Ali Pasa” to build the Hamam to withstand the ravages of the sea and time. The large light, Magnificent Dome above the Camegah (relaxation area) is 14 meters across and 17 meters high one of the largest single domes built by Sinan. The features of the Kulhan Chimney/exhaust, the leaded domes and the glass elephant eyes along with brick by brick reappointing, original Kurnas and some carved stone and marble slabs found during excavation have been retained and used within the premises adding to its extreme historical beauty and interest.The Hamam Ritual is an ancient one, the materials used have not significantly changed and used to restore energy and vitality to the body by reducing the toxins, and allowing the skin to breathe again

We service Turkish Bath, Oil massagges, Face Care treatments in our Spa. We are located in 4 Stars Askoç Hotel

Zahir spa is an urban Boutique Day Spa! Imagine a revitalising oasis located in the heart of Istanbul.Our careful attention to fine details of customer service, combined with our elegant facilities and highly affordable prices, has over the past decide offered a heavenly escape for those seeking a break from the noises and stresses of city life. Take a time-out from busy to discover this hidden Oasis

In various sources it is stated that Cukurcuma Hamam was built in the 1830's. The Kubbe(the wide dome) covering the warmness area, Gobektasi (the squared heated marble) and Halvet (sweating cabin area)are very bright and spacious and still reflect the magnificence of their era. Cukurcuma Hamam has begun to accept its guests as a boutique Turkish Hammam in September 2018 after a long renovation period.

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Welcome To The Ottoman Traditional Turkish Bath Center. * Make the booking from TripAdvisor, take 20% Discount. * We have (Private Service) for ladies and couples (By Reservation). * The Ottoman Turkish Bath features an emphasis on: - Peeling the dead skin by rubbing the coarse traditional Turkish gloves to remove the accumulated layer of the skin resulting from the body sweating to open the pores. - Gentle rubbing the body with thick foam soap. - The skin germ will be out by the reflex of Steam and cleaning the chest and lungs. -The heat from the sauna soothes your nerve endings and also relaxes your muscles. - Also we have professional massage services : Swedish massage,Medical massage,Deep tissue massage,Back pain massage,Reflexology/foot massage,Thai massage,etc. - Mud Mask (Dad Sea). - We provide all the Hammam costumes such as Towels , slippers and shorts. - We have individually private locker as well.You can put your stuff there and locked it. - We will be glad to meet you !!!

Designed for you to relax, renew and revive, the Ambassador Spa is one of the only transit spas worldwide that offers express 30 minute treatments, full day spa and beauty services, and a place to nap for a few hours, and all at affordable prices. Whether you need a soothing massage, a professional manicure/pedicure, hairstyling, a quick touch-up to your makeup, a facial treatment, or more...