Traditional Turkish Bath Ritual
The classic: warm up, get scrubbed on hot marble and finish in a cloud of foam. The best first hammam.
- 15 minSauna & steam room warm-up
- 15 minTraditional kese scrub
- 20 minOlive-oil foam massage
- 10 minClay face mask
Traditional Turkish Bath in Taksim
Hot marble, a proper kese scrub and olive-oil foam — an authentic hammam ritual a short walk from Taksim Square.
- Open every day 10:00–23:00
- Towel, peştamal & slippers provided
- Sauna & steam room included
How a Turkish bath works
New to the hammam? Here's what happens, step by step. Your therapist leads the way — you just relax.
Warm up
Sauna and steam open your pores and loosen the muscles.
Göbek taşı
Lie on the heated marble stone in the centre of the hammam.
Kese scrub
A coarse glove lifts away dead skin — you'll see it roll off.
Foam massage
Olive-oil soap is whipped into thick foam and massaged over your body.
Rinse and rest
Warm water from copper bowls, then herbal tea in the lounge.
Hammam rituals and spa packages
Every package includes towel, peştamal, slippers, a locker, herbal tea and water. Message us for today's prices and free time slots.
Hammam rituals
Salt or Coffee Peeling Hammam
The traditional ritual with an extra sea-salt or ground-coffee peeling for smoother skin.
- 15 minTraditional kese scrub
- 15 minSalt or coffee body peeling
- 20 minOlive-oil foam massage
- 10 minClay face mask
Sultan Hammam Ritual
Our fullest hammam: kese, foam, a mineral mud body mask and face care.
- 15 minTraditional kese scrub
- 15 minOlive-oil foam massage
- 15 minMineral mud body mask
- 15 minFace care & face massage
Spa & hammam packages
Relax Package
A short, complete break: peeling and foam in the hammam, then a relaxing massage.
- 30 minRelaxing massage
- 10 minBody peeling
- 10 minOlive-oil foam massage
- ✦Sauna, steam room & relaxation lounge
Signature Spa Package
Hammam, a 45-minute massage and foot reflexology — a balanced afternoon after sightseeing.
- 45 minRelaxing massage
- 20 minTurkish hammam ritual
- 10 minFoot reflexology
- ✦Sauna, steam room & relaxation lounge
Royal Ottoman Package
A full hammam ritual, a full-body clay mask and an hour of aromatherapy massage with essential oils.
- 60 minAromatherapy massage
- 30 minTurkish hammam ritual
- 10 minFull-body clay mask
- ✦Sauna, steam room & relaxation lounge
Luxury Spa Experience
Our longest programme: a 90-minute signature massage, hammam ritual, aloe vera peeling and a face mask.
- 90 minSignature massage
- 20 minTurkish hammam ritual
- 10 minAloe vera body peeling
- ✦Face mask
- ✦Herbal tea
- ✦Sauna, steam room & relaxation lounge
For two
Couples Hammam & Massage
Hammam side by side, then a massage together. For honeymoons, anniversaries or two friends.
- 30 minSide-by-side hammam ritual
- 45 minRelaxing massage
- 10 minClay face mask
- ✦Sauna, steam room & relaxation lounge
Included in every package
- Towel
- Peştamal
- Slippers
- Locker
- Herbal tea & water
Inside the hammam
Marble, copper and steam.
Why guests choose Aqua Zen
In the centre of Taksim
Inside Crestium Hotel on Lamartin Street, about 10 minutes on foot from Taksim Square and İstiklal Avenue.
A real hammam ritual
Hot marble, kese and foam done properly by experienced therapists — not a quick rinse.
Nothing to bring
Towel, peştamal, slippers, locker, herbal tea and water are all included.
Easy booking on WhatsApp
Send a message and get prices and a time slot — no forms to fill in.
Read guest reviews on Google
See what visitors from around the world say about their hammam, then leave your own after your visit.
What is a Turkish bath (hammam)?
A hammam is a centuries-old bathing ritual. You warm up in steam, lie on a heated marble stone, get scrubbed with a kese glove and washed with a cloud of olive-oil soap foam. Your skin comes out noticeably softer.
What do I wear in the hammam?
We give you a peştamal (a light cotton wrap) and slippers. You can wear swimwear underneath if you prefer.
Do I need to bring anything?
No. Towels, peştamal, slippers and a locker are provided. Bring swimwear if you'd like to wear it.
How long does a hammam ritual take?
The hammam ritual takes 45–60 minutes; packages with a massage take 1.5–2.5 hours. Plan a little extra time to rest with tea afterwards.
I've never been to a hammam. Is it for me?
Yes. Your therapist guides you through every step and adjusts the heat and scrub pressure to you. Just say if anything feels too hot or too strong.
How do I book and get prices?
Send us a WhatsApp message with your preferred date, time and package. We reply with free time slots and current prices.
Can couples or friends come together?
Yes. We have packages for two — tell us how many people you are when you book.
Can I choose a female or male therapist?
Mention your preference when you book and we'll arrange it whenever possible.
Where are you?
Inside Crestium Hotel at Lamartin Cd. No:14, Kocatepe, Beyoğlu — about a 10-minute walk from Taksim Square and İstiklal Avenue.
Is the hammam safe during pregnancy or with health conditions?
Heat and scrubbing aren't right for everyone. If you're pregnant or have heart, blood-pressure or skin conditions, check with your doctor first and tell us before your session.
Do I need to book in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for evenings and weekends. Same-day visits are possible when there's space — message us to check.
Find us in Taksim
- Address
- Crestium Hotel
Kocatepe, Lamartin Cd. No:14, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul - Phone & WhatsApp
- +90 534 573 03 27
- Opening hours
- Every day 10:00–23:00
- Getting here
- From Taksim Square, walk towards Lamartin Street — about 10 minutes. The nearest metro station is Taksim (M2).