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Things to do in Istanbul, Turkey: The Best Spas & Wellness
The mosques, bazaars, and Turkish baths of Istanbul could keep you happily occupied for your entire trip: an eyeful of breathtaking architecture here, a good-natured haggle over a carpet there. Kick your trip off at the awe-inspiring Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque), which is visible from many points of the city. Stroll the Galata Bridge and stop by the Miniaturk Park to see its tiny artifacts. The Grand Bazaar has thousands of shops to browse, while the Egyptian Bazaar is a fragrant trove of spices and fruits.
Restaurants in Istanbul
1. Chi, The Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By themanthemyth1688 - Los Angeles, United States
Honestly , I tried a few places already and service was terrible As a diamond member for shangrila even though I wasn’t staying there , was at the W hotel , which. Spa was terrible , this is truly a international facility The place was modern clean and extremely processional , my masseuse was from thailand and did a great job with the aromatherapy 90 m massage why myGF had a hot stone massage which she extremely loved Highly recommend this place to anyone in Istanbul
2. Marti Istanbul Spa & Wellness Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Zahir Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
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
Reviewed By Theresa-Dimitrova
Me and my boyfrind decided to have a couple massage and hammam and we are more than pleased from this amazing experience! The staff welcomes you with a friendly smile, offering water, tea, Coffee and treats, making you feel at home. The spa is small but very cozy and well designed. The Girls are pure proffesionalists. We left relaxed and happy, with a peaceful mind and will most certinely visit again on our next trip. We recommend Zahir spa to everyone because it is an experience you surely wont regret!
4. Kilic Ali Pasa Hamami
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 949 reviews
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
Reviewed By Macaw01
This Turkish bath has a single gender restricted times with same gender attendants. The staff is very kind and the building is peaceful and beautiful. Be prepared to be bathed in your underwear or bikini (just the bottom is required, but you can wear the top if you like, most don’t). And you do not bathe, you are bathed! Like a toddler being cleaned by their expert mom! After being drenched you’ll have a lie down on a hot marble slab until you’re very warm all through, then more buckets of water and loofa, then an incredible bubble experience with massage and more loofa. You’ll be very clean, and can rest in your towels in the cooler room and have tea/coffee juice. I had a lovely standard western modern massage after that. This place is right at the tram station (do not mistake it for the mosque next door- the hammam is rust-gold colored, the mosque is blue-gray) and super easy to get to on your own.
5. Cowshed SPA
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Located on the ground level of the Glass Building as part of Soho House Istanbul, it is available to both members and non-members, with five treatment rooms, two hamam rooms, six mani-pedi stations, a men’s grooming area, a blow dry bar, and retail component.
6. Catma Mescit Hamami
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 103 reviews
Would you like to experience traditional Turkish bath in historical hammam with luxurious service? The architect Sinan has built the hammam in 16th century, we constructed a 5-star-hotel very next to it and started to serve our dear customers with Sanitas group (number one in spa and massage). You can choose the best for you among plenty packages including hammam, massages, masks.
Reviewed By elifu856
Catma Mescit Hammam is a masterpiece of the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan dating back to the 6th century, which has been recently renovated and takes place in the Hotel Nova Plaza Pera, which by luck, I happened to be staying during my visit in Istanbul:) The staff is professional, friendly, responsive and very attending. If you’re visiting Istanbul I recommend you to take a break to experience such a wonderful treat that you gift for yourself! You won’t regret it, trust me;)
7. Cihangir Yoga
8. Cesme Hammam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Kaymak Mustafa Pasha who was the Kaptan-ı Derya in Tulip Era, was the founder of hammam, in late 1720s.The hammam used by both men and women alternately until 2017.Building has been restorated with using original construction techniques and materials in 2017. The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery by Sofitel has reopened Historical Çeşme Hammam again under the operation of Spa Soul, properly with its unique patterns, to maintain 300-year goodness of water tradition.
9. Nur Hamam
10. Aga Hamami
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,002 reviews
Historical Ağa Hamami ( bath ) was built in 1454 in Istanbul by most important sultan of the ottoman empire (after one year conquest of istanbul), who is the "Fatih Sultan Mehmet". Ağa hamami is oldest hamam in Istanbul. This historical ottoman hamam is serving tourists since 10 years.
Reviewed By ramanjit81 - Dublin, Ireland
In short - Excellent service, great ambience, good location, outstanding value for money My wife used the service here the full Hamaam + Oil massage + face mask for 180TL i.e. 30 Euro. This was done after she wasn't satisfied with a Hamam at our 4 star hotel. The service here lasted well over 45 minutes and would have been longer has she not hurried up for something else. In any case, this is as close as possible to the real deal and the pricing here is between 20-50% of the other higher rated Hamams in Istanbul. They're true to their slogan - "We being you history not luxury". A must visit anytime we go to Istanbul. Don't even bother checking anywhere else. The staff were courteous and indeed quite hard working too. Full 5 stars.... Happened to meet the owner and he too was very polite and Ernest. He came up to me and said that if I went for the Hamam at my wife, it would leave very little time and that I won't enjoy fully add or will be rushed. He said he would recommend coming the next day and happily refunded the money I had paid. Gentleman.... Kids were able to stay in the reception area and even they enjoyed the complimentary Apple tea that was quite nice.
